Gran Hotel Ciudad de México

Top choice in Centro Histórico


The Gran Hotel flaunts the French art nouveau style of the pre-revolution era. Crowned by a stained-glass canopy crafted by Tiffany in 1908, the atrium is a fin de siècle fantasy of curved balconies, wrought-iron elevators and chirping birds in giant cages. Rooms do not disappoint in comparison. Breakfast and brunch (M$210) are served on a terrace overlooking the Zócalo.

Breakfast deals and tour packages are available on the website. The hotel features in the James Bond film Spectre.


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