Hippodrome Hotel (Mexico City, Mexico)

In the heart of la Condesa, the Hippodrome Hotel, a historic landmark offers luxurious accommodations and a celebrity chef Richard Sandoval’s bistro, The Hip Kitchen, all located bedside the famous park known as Parque Mexico. Here you can experience a fusion between Mexico’s historic past and the new modern Mexico offering boutique charm and hip living. The historical building of Hippodrome Hotel was built in 1931, now renovated in 2006 gives a warm and pleasant historic welcome while offering at the same time a modern and comfortable stay. The interiors of the hotel softy illustrate the important and artistic art deco period, while providing a balance of contemporary design. The lobby is personal and intimate, leading guests to the reception desk. High ceiling corridors, floored with dark terrazzo marble are dimly lit, the guest rooms, varied in size, are strikingly sophisticated with a friendly sense of comfort. Neutral colors combined with the wonderful natural light from oversized windows, gives each room a true sense of warmth and calm. A sophisticated, clean and contemporary design featuring custom furnishing made of rich indigenous woods, quality leathers, and soft textures of Mexico enhances the art-deco motif of its original architectural design. State of the art electronics such as LCD flat screen televisions, Bose surround sound alarm radios, wireless internet access and cordless telephones combined with luxury designer amenities from Mexico create a perfect balance between technology and comfort.