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Hotel Principal

4.0 star property
Hotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Palacio de Bellas Artes

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Habitacion Confort - Family Room
Front of property
Reception
Reception

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$112
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May

Explore the area

Map
Bolivar 29, Col. Centro, Mexico City, CDMX, 06000
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Zócalo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Paseo de la Reforma
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mexico City (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Habitacion Confort - Family Room

Habitacion Confort - Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

LCD TV
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Mexico City

Hotel Principal puts you in the heart of Mexico City, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Palacio de Bellas Artes and Zócalo. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Parrilla Leonesa, serves Mexican cuisine. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a gym. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and noon and on weekends between 8:00 AM and noon. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Historic Center hotel include Alameda Central and within 30 minutes you'll find Paseo de la Reforma.

What's nearby

  • Palacio de Bellas Artes - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alameda Central - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zócalo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Paseo de la Reforma - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Angel of Independence Monument - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Mexico City Buenavista Station - 4 min drive
  • Allende Station - 4 min walk
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salón Corona - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Los Bisquets Bisquets Obregón - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Don Toribio - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hilaria Jardin Cervecero - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Principal

Hotel with a fitness centre, a short walk to Palacio de Bellas Artes
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Principal.

This 4-star Mexico City hotel is smoke free.

  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Hotel Principal offers 80 accommodations with a safe and free toiletries. 32-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Mexico City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; MXN 180 for adults and MXN 120 for children
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Parrilla Leonesa

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Principal

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately MXN 180 for adults and from MXN 120 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Principal?

Hotel Principal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Principal?

As of 16 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Principal on 21 May 2025 start from NZ$112.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Principal serve breakfast?

You bet, full brekkie is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to noon and weekends between 8:00 AM and noon.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Principal?

No, Hotel Principal does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Principal?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hotel Principal's onsite restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Principal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 1:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Principal?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Principal Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 552 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Needs sound proofing, super location.

Great location as it is near to the Zocalo and many other central areas. The hotel needs sound proofing from interior noise.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mir-Kevin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check-in process at Hotel Principal was quick and straightforward. The staff was friendly and welcoming, making sure I had everything I needed right from the start. It was a great way to begin my stay, and I felt at ease immediately.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great location in historical CDMX. Walking distance to many interesting locations. Room was small but with high cielings so it didnt feel too small. I stayed during the week and got a good price. Overall a great hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Blanca Brenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms are very small. You have to put a deposit to get an iron and a lock for the safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect stay, close to everything! No parking, other than that its perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

claudia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Las fotos muestran un cuarto amplio pero la verdad los espacios son muy reducidos , éramos 2 personas en cuarto para cuatro si hubiéramos ni siquiera tendíamos espacio para abrir nuestras maletas. Está muy bien ubicado y por lo mismo mucho ruido por la noches al rededor .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location, and the staff was very friendly. The room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enrique

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very nice hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

I love this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anush

Location was convenient, close to Zocalo. Staff was friendly and helpful, most spoke English. Felt pretty safe in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose Enrique Vizcarra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Viejo pero muy limpio
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful space with accommodating employees who were very kind throughout. The chilaquiles verdes son lo mejor! Y la terraza, the Terrance was a dream come true for a new person traveling to CDMX. Very unique format and architecture throughout the hotel and it felt very classy and peaceful throughout my stay
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

William Abel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bueno, lo unico que no recomiendo es su restaurante
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Aileen

Travelled with partner
Average clean...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Elena

Travelled with family
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Alicia, Downey

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for me traveling alone, I felt safe. My friends stayed across the way but it wasn't in my budget. I heard something scratching the wall one night and when I looked underneath the bed it was full of dust bunnies. I did see a couple of baby roaches in the restroom. But the rooftop is a nice touch and I enjoyed breakfast a few times up there. The staff is friendly and the price is really reasonable. And thre is Ac and TV and a little gym upstairs too.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Thien

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs was friendly & speak good English. Love that the hotel is in the middle of the historic center. Facility interior is nice however, the rooms need improvement. It is clean and dated. Rooms bathroom need especial attention. The 2 towels per room and beddings needs to be replace new. Bedding is white with yellow sheen from over used and washed. Furnitures are dated and unusable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Xia, milpitas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
location very central
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jefferson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms and bathrooms are a little small - but clean and in great location. Great value for the $$ ... one of the cheaper options near Historical Town Center during Day of Dead festivities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
While this is an old building, it has tons of historic charm. The staff were helpful and available for every question we had. The room we stayed in was small but I did read that going in and there were no surprises.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Alejandro

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Convenient location. Cons: Small room and bathroom, old furniture, worn out towels and bed sheets.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very hard beds. We had room with two double beds. Very uncomfortable. We asked if they could do something about this (perhaps add a mattress topper etc.) and they gave us a key to a room with a king size bed to see if the bed was better. It was. But when we returned to say that we would like to switch there was discussion among the front desk people and it turned out this change was not possible so they gave us keys to another room to try out (it had double beds) and the beds were just as hard. We stayed with the hard bed for the remaining three nights. But for the hard bed, Hotel Principal is a good property right in the heart of CDMX.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Marc

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location A lot to see and do
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024