Walking to this hostel from across the Zocola and checking in was a huge relief for us. It truly is…read morelocated RIGHT BEHIND the Cathedral. We had just arrived in Mexico City and were a little culture shocked by the immensity of the city, and as ignorant Americans who speak little to no Spanish, it was nice to check in to a friendly, clean hostel with English speakers to get grounded before exploring the city. If staying in the D.F. this hostel is very centrally located. We did take the metro throughout the day and this place is located close to two metro stops. There is always a bilingual (English and Spanish speaking, I think) staff member at the front desk at all hours to answer any questions. Several times we asked for directions or about taking a bus or metro and were given great advice. The hostel is super clean and friendly. Our shared room was small, but brightly painted and clean. We did have a locker in the room and we travel with our own lock, so we felt safe locking our valuables up when out of the room. If you don't travel with your own lock, locks can be purchased at the front desk. At 2:00 PM, which is check in time, there was a long line of backpackers and travelers trying to get a room and a lot of them were turned down due to no vacancy, so definitely make your reservations online before coming, especially if you're planning to stay on a weekend. We made ours on Hostel World and had no issues with the reservations. There is a bar upstairs and free WiFi throughout the entire hostel, as well as a restaurant downstairs. The restaurant downstairs does serve really good food, and while it is more pricey than other places, it's convenient to grab a snack or drink. The free breakfast provided upstairs was fresh and hearty with lots of fruit. There is free coffee provided, but it's the instant kind. Another huge plus to this hostel was the free filtered water which is available on every floor in a drinking fountain. We refilled all of our water bottles and didn't have to buy any water while in Mexico City. The water fountains on the bottommost floors have the coldest water. There were some loud, obnoxious juveniles in the hostel, so if you want to get a good night's sleep definitely bring ear plugs, as a lot of the rooms open up to the restaurant and lobby downstairs and voices travel far in this hostel. The showers and bathrooms were clean and we were even provided with towels and soap, which is a plus for hostels. The same people who run this hostel also have others throughout Mexico, so it looks like a nice, trusty chain of hostels to me.

Great hostel! Located right in the center of the city and walking distance to Metro. Very…read moreconvenient that they have a bar in the terraza and you could have a drink or a few before heading to bed. The rooms are spacious with big lockers to leave your belongings secure. The staff makes the hostel even better. Everybody was friendly and welcoming. All staff spoke perfect english/spanish. We had a couple of drinks with them at the bar. Great time!

This hostel is perfect if you're solo traveling and would like to make others and make friends…read more People are super friendly and there are lots of people traveling solo that end up traveling with others they've met here. The rooftop and activities also facilitate the encounters. You can book most city activities through the hostel if you want to do them in a group. They have activities every day. The rooms are cleanish, there's a weird lingering pipe smell but I feel that's pretty common in older buildings. I took off one start because it can be suppeerrr loud, this messed up my sleep for a bit of my stay. It's more due to the location of it being in Centro.

Spring sticking out of the middle of my mattress that would poke me at night! seriously.. I was in…read morea mixed dorm and our rooms were not cleaned everyday. Making people prone to get sick, so I did! No fans or aircon in the rooms. So terrible. Not worth it. Wish I never stayed here. No vibes and the most expensive coffee I bought in MX.

It's a pretty hip place but if you're looking for a quiet hostel to relax I wouldn't say this is…read moreit. Very slow service and very little lighting. Bad internet too. Music until 11 pm very loud. I did appreciate the fact they had bikes and the ambiance

I am infatuated with this hostel. It's rustic and modern at the same time, with a classy amount of…read moretraditionally Mexican flair. The bedrooms and bathrooms are clean and functional, and the murals are impressive. My three girlfriends and I shared the large, "yellow" room with private bath for 2 nights. It overlooked the courtyard out back and the beds were fairly comfortable. The bathroom was surprisingly elegant with large mirrors and a deep bathtub. We stayed our last night in the "pink" room with a shared bath, which had two queen-size beds and a bunk bed. While it wasn't as nice as the yellow room (obnoxious lighting), it was a bit quieter at night... A group of rowdy boys partied into the early morning in the courtyard for two of our 3 nights, which could be heard clearly through the thin windows in the yellow room. The noise was nothing a white noise phone app couldn't fix. Breakfast was fabulous each morning, with fresh coffee and full meals, fruit and all. It's served every morning from 9-10, and fills you up. They happily cater to vegetarians. The family who runs the place is really great, and there was usually someone who spoke English in the office/front room at all times, 24/7. They are family friendly (offering PacNPlays), and have a dog named Soy who hangs out. They offer travel advice, will reserve taxis, loan out travel books, hand out maps, etc. I can't wait to return and bring my family next time. The only thing that wasn't too comfortable was the noise at night... But this city likes to have fun, and it is a hostel after all. I love you Dos Fridas!!!

El Patio 77 is a magical place, and we couldn't recommend it more. We stayed for 7 nights and…read moreweren't ready to leave. The space itself is stunning and beautifully decorated yet very comfortable. Elvia and the team provided top notch customer service with care - we especially appreciated the delicious breakfast every morning. My partner and I are a lesbian couple and felt very safe, definitely a very LGBTQIA+ friendly hotel! We loved the neighborhood, San Rafael, for its authenticity, history, food, and proximity to a lot of other things on our itinerary. We felt that a lot of areas were walkable, if not a short metro or taxi ride away. We're so happy to have found this special gem in such an incredible city, we can't wait to be back!

My boyfriend and I were lucky enough to spend 4 incredible nights here at El Patio 77 last month,…read moreand I only wish we could have stayed longer! Right upon arrival, we were greeted by incredible architectural and design details, an amazing staff, and the most adorable dog, Bonito. Axel and Elvia and were attentive and didn't mind our millions of questions or requests (including using their laundry service or where to get the best tacos within walking distance!). Our room was cozy and calming resulting in restful sleep, and the fresh fruit and delicious Mexican breakfast in the mornings by Nora and Lupita was the absolute best way to start our day. Finally, housekeeping made it so we'd always return to an inviting and tidy room every evening with a fresh jug of water. I was drawn to El Patio 77 for its charm and pledge to sustainability, and it did not disappoint. A few things to note (which didn't hinder our experience whatsoever, but might be useful for other travelers): Location: El Patio 77 is located in the charming and quiet neighborhood of San Rafael, but a lot of our planned activities were in Roma Norte or Condesa. We knew this at the time of booking, and were excited to be a little further away from the city center. This did mean about a 20-40 minute Uber ride most of the time (depending on traffic), or a long meandering walk. My partner and I both love walking and felt pretty safe in the area, so this was not a problem for us. I encourage visitors to spend some time in the neighborhood and check out local shops and restaurants. Rooms: It's an old home with lots of quirks, which means you may hear movement throughout the house. We stayed in the Veracruz room which we loved and got great sleep in, but it did get a little warm at night. There was a fan in the room which helped tremendously, and we'd wake up to the smell of coffee and breakfast cooking on the nights we kept the window open (this was an incredible way to wake up). Bathroom: In our room, and I imagine in others as well, there was no door to the bathroom, only a doorway. It's not so different than most hotel rooms these days, but if you are planning on sharing the room with someone and aren't comfortable with the bathroom arrangement, this is something to note. Luckily the property is absolutely beautiful with a number of calm corners where, if someone needs privacy, the other person can go and read a book, work on their laptop, etc. All in all, we loved our time here and look forward to returning to CDMX and staying at El Patio 77 once again! Big shout out to Bonito, Alan (the owner), and the entire team for making this a magical little spot.

I've stayed at this hostel several times. It truly has an incredible homely vibe with the sweetest…read morestaff and amazing fellow travelers.

Cute, homey, amazing part of town, super friendly staff, yummy fresh breakfast included. Only con…read moreis that it's a bit tight on space although that's to be expected with hostels :)

Don't let the pictures fool you! The only thing half way decent about this dump was it's location,…read moreand even that was questionable at times. My room was not what I reserved, it had no window as promised. It was hot and there was no ventilation (even though it was gorgeous outside), I had to leave my door propped open to breathe. My bedding was dirty and had obviously not been changed after the previous guest, nor was it changed in the five days I was there. When I mentioned it to the staff I was told it was ok...lol! There was absolutely no hot, or even warm, water. The towel they gave me smelt like dirty feet (thankfully I always travel with my own). The free breakfast is three blocks away. With the exception of a couple of people, the staff were generally rude, especially this little skinny queen with glasses. I could've gotten better accomodations at a side alley bathhouse. To top things off, the only interesting person I met,who seemed to be the only other guest, was the resident drug dealer!

From the owner: The best location of the city…read more CDMX Hostel Art Gallery is one of the best alternatives of lodging, since we are the only hostel in the city that has dormitories, private PODS and small rooms, as it combines the best location of the city, a good quality of lodging and probably the most complete breakfast served in Hostels. CDMX Hostel Art Gallery is located at well as the fashionable neighborhoods, where you can go shopping, visit the best bars and restaurants, as well as enjoying the best parties and their nightlife. CDMX Hostel Art Gallery has various areas for a perfect stay, including coworking with wi-fi, TV room, Projection Courtyard, where you can enjoy film cycles and documentaries; Bar (speakeasy), Terrace bar to relax, read, smoke and enjoy the view of the Paseo de la Reforma, as well as the parades and celebrations that take place there. Concierge area where we gladly help you plan your visit in Mexico City as in the country. We have different tours to complement your experience in the city. We have commercial alliances with different groups among them sicario group, where you will be able to access to the best bars of the city, obtaining discounts in the cover and preferential entrance.

After staying here for two weeks, I am sold on hostels!! I enjoyed the atmosphere, the people at…read morethe front desk, and my fellow patrons! Wether I was having a drink and a cigar on the rooftop bar/patio, or visiting with Christian and the other employees there I was having a good time! Now, I did have my own room. I did this because I was in Mexico to visit (for the first time face to face) my now fiancée Maru! She and I shared plenty of vino y puros there, and just had a fun time all around! I was able to visit and befriend people from all over the world here! On top of that, the location is perfect!! You are right in the middle of everything! I did see another reviewer comment about the loudness, but in all reality, the area shuts down pretty early. I had a room facing the street on the second level, and I do admit that at times the noise did get bothersome, but I was offered a change of room if I found it to much so. I liked the view, so I stayed there. (Not much of a "view" but it was fun to look over the street.) There is food everywhere, and a little spot directly across the street that sells deep fried quesadilla all night. Great drunk food!! Hostal Regina was fantastic! The people were great, and I highly recommend that you stop by here if you are visiting Mexico!! Que Dios te bendiga!

Great hostel, central located. They have very lovely decorations and souvenirs for sale. The room…read morewas cozy and we both love the small balcony

First hostel I've ever stayed in so I don't really have a standard to judge these things by, but…read morefor the price I was pleased. Located in Roma Norte, it's close to the nightlife and what appears to be a preponderance of 'jipster' hangouts. Orienting yourself is not easy in Mexico City so I'd recommend taking a cab here. Once you're settled its not far from Metro Insurgentes and a bus stop so getting around is fairly easy. I used it as a jumping off point to explore Chapultepec and its museums. It's a hostel so don't expect a high level of organization but when I was here the staff was friendly and accommodating. As others have noted on other sites, it's above a bar/restaurant and in a lively section of town, so if you're a light sleeper bring ear plugs or consider another location. I stayed on the second floor though and noise wasn't an issue. A big bonus here is the terrace. Even on the tail end of the rainy season it was dry enough to enjoy. Overall good experience I was able to book on airbnb too which gave me a little peace of mind as far as payment and communication goes.

A friend and I checked in for 4 nights. The girl checking us in was rude and gave us no…read moreinformation. The first night I came back to my room twice to find someone else sleeping in my bed (two different people). All the staff are constantly getting high/drunk on the terrace and if you ask who is working they will all just shrug and aren't willing to help. There was no apology for me having to move beds two times because they don't write down who is in a room and in what bed. My first night I woke up at 3am to find a random guy going through my stuff. Breakfast is average, bread and jam. Staff are incredibly rude and simply don't care, and seem surprised if you inquire as to why there's no toilet paper. Men use the women's bathrooms which made me feel really uncomfortable. We were promised a refund for the first night but this never happened. We have also gotten strange insect bites from the beds. There hasn't been any soap or paper towels in the bathroom the entire weekend I've been here. Literally the worst hostel I've ever stayed in and I've stayed in plenty!