Local House hotel
Intimate historic townhouse. Warm, quiet, tasteful. Feels like staying in a well-curated private home rather than a hotel. No lobby bustle, no anonymous corridors.
The Tovar y de Teresa and Loaeza rooms face the front of the house and are reportedly the quietest and largest — worth requesting specifically
Why It Matters
Michelin Guide listed. One of the smallest hotels in Mexico City — just four rooms, each named after a former resident of the house. Opened in 2016, it's consistently cited as one of the best small hotels in the Americas. The Roma Norte location puts great restaurants, cafes, and galleries within walking distance.
A four-room boutique hotel inside a late-19th-century mansion that once belonged to Mexican historian and cultural preservationist Guillermo Tovar de Teresa. The house has been converted with care — original architectural character intact, contemporary design layered in without fuss. Four rooms, a Solarium breakfast space, a rooftop honesty bar, and a well-regarded affiliated spa a few doors down the street.
Where You'll Stay
4 room types available
De la Lama
From MXN12,305 / nightA private space with historical legacy. Named after José G. De la Lama, who helped restore the house. Features a distinctive garden dome view rather than a balcony. King bed, dry mini bar, coffee maker.
1 king-size bed
Lebreton
From MXN12,305 / nightAn elegant retreat with French inspiration. Includes an interior balcony overlooking the building's central atrium filled with plants. Floor-to-ceiling windows, king bed, thoughtfully designed bath area, dry mini bar, and coffee maker.
1 king-size bed
Loaeza
From MXN12,305 / nightA serene space with warm wood accents and gentle natural light. Interior balcony. King bed, dry mini bar, coffee maker. Named to honor the feminine force behind the house's history.
1 king-size bed
Tovar y de Teresa
From MXN13,455 / nightThe top-tier room, named after historian and cultural preservationist Guillermo Tovar de Teresa, the house's most notable former owner. Faces the front of the building with an exterior balcony — reportedly one of the quietest and most spacious rooms. Shaped by a passion for art, history, and thoughtful detail.
1 king-size bedThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided visit through one of Mexico City's emblematic markets — colors, aromas, and local food.
Privately arranged cooking classes through the hotel concierge. Not publicly scheduled — request in advance.
Guided visit to the city's most iconic taquerías. A street food-focused tour through Mexico City's taco scene.
Private guided visit to the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon, walking the Avenue of the Dead. Includes private transport, entrance fees, and bilingual guide.
Sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Pyramids of the Sun and Moon at Teotihuacán. Includes private transportation from the hotel. 5-hour experience total.
Walk through the bohemian streets of Coyoacán, visit its local market, and explore Frida Kahlo's Casa Azul.
An interactive cultural journey focused on Mexico's handcrafted toy tradition, colorful markets, and the stories that connect past and present. Unique to Nima.
Guided walking tour of Mexico City's most iconic buildings and plazas, covering historic and cultural significance.
Attend a live Lucha Libre show featuring iconic masks, acrobatics, and quintessential Mexican popular culture.
Guided mezcal tasting paired with contemporary Mexican cuisine. Held at the hotel or nearby; led by a specialist with focus on provenance and stories behind each bottle.
A guided walk through Roma Norte and Condesa with a local expert, focused on art, design, and architecture.
Traditional trajinera boat ride through Xochimilco's most authentic canals.
Sunrise or sunset kayak ride through Xochimilco's UNESCO-listed canals. Private transportation included. Duration 2.5–3 hours.
Scheduled yoga classes available to guests. Exact schedule and pricing confirmed via hotel concierge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Historic former home — not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
Shared 24-hour business center.
Common guest lounge with coffee table books. Relaxed, home-like atmosphere.
À la carte cooked-to-order breakfast served daily to all guests in the Solarium.
The property does not have a swimming pool.
24-hour front desk (7am–11pm staffed, per some sources). Wellness concierge available to book spa treatments and experiences.
Open-air rooftop garden with self-service honesty bar. A guest highlight — particularly popular for evening drinks.
One complimentary on-site parking space. Very limited — first come, first served. Hotel recommends using private transport service instead.
Hotel-owned private transport for city transfers and excursions.
Available 24 hours. Surcharge applies. Must be arranged 24 hours before arrival via contact on booking confirmation.
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