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Las Alcobas is a small luxury hotel in Mexico City most prestigious neighbourhood.

The multi-award-winning hotel Las Alcobas design hotel is located in the heart of Polanco, possibly the most upmarket and prestigious neighbourhood in multi-layered Mexico City. It’s a mix of boutique quirkiness and high tech modernity, occupyinga former residence which has been crafted into a series of private, earth-toned, intimate alcoves.

Inside, it’s all about no expense spared quality and style. The lobby has an impressive spiral staircase and water feature, while the guest rooms and suites have custom-made rosewood furniture, state-of-the-art entertainment systems and all-marble bathrooms complete withsix-jet shower and Jacuzzi tub.

There are two restaurants, including one with a Mexican cuisine-focussed menu designed by renowned chef Marta Ortiz. There’s also an attractive and comprehensive spa, offering massages, scrubs and facials.

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What our clients say

  • Most memorable experience: The friendliness of the Mexican people

    GW Chertsey Mar 2026
  • “It's impossible to pick any individual aspect; but a number of experiences stood out: the visit to the "voodoo" church at St Juan Chamula (extraordinary and unexpected), the visit to…

    AR, Gospel Oak Jun 2013
  • Most Memorable Moment?: The awesome encounter with a grey whale mother and calf.

    WS, London Feb 2018
  • Highlights?: Too many! Probably seeing Uxmal, the Tiger Egret, swimming in Cenotes (various), Chichen-Itza at dawn and visiting Frida Kahlo's house.

    AA, Newport Jun 2018
  • "The tours provided were everything that we hoped, with the tour guides very good."

    GS, Rayleigh May 2015
  • Visiting the Mayan villages outside San Christobal de las Casas. 

    CM, Kingston upon thames Mar 2017
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    Ben fell in love with Latin America on a six month backpacking trip from Colombia to Mexico in 1995. Since then he has explored most of South America, including living in Peru for a year. He is now Head of Sales.

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    After graduating with a degree in Anthropology and History and having been fascinated by Latin America since childhood by the book featuring photos of Nazca, Juliet first visited the region in 2003. Since then, Juliet has visited the majority of countries in Latin America but has particularly extensive experience with Peru, a country she loves for many reasons but not least, its incredible archaeological richness and delicious food!

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    During a career break, Rosie embarked on an unforgettable year-long backpacking trip across Latin America. Now back in the UK, she is excited to share her knowledge and experiences with others, helping them discover her favourite place in the world.

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