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Selina Mexico City Downtown

Hostel with a restaurant, near Palacio de Bellas Artes

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Bar
Pet-friendly
24/7 front desk
Free WiFi
Restaurant

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José María Izazaga 8, Centro Histórico, Mexico City, CDMX, 06000

Palacio de Bellas Artes
‪12 min walk‬
Zócalo
‪17 min walk‬
Paseo de la Reforma
‪19 min walk‬
Mexico City (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Bed in 4 Bed-Community Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Daily housekeeping

18 sq m
Sleeps 1
2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed in 10-Bed Community Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Daily housekeeping

30 sq m
Sleeps 1
5 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

39 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Bed in 12-Bed Female Community Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 1
6 Single Bunk Beds

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Desk

Daily housekeeping

28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

20 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bed in 12-Bed Community Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 1
6 Single Bunk Beds

Deluxe Studio Standard

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Desk

27 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Studio Big

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Desk

41 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Standard Room

Good

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Desk

Daily housekeeping

19 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Separate bedroom

Private bathroom

Pet friendly

Desk

Daily housekeeping

22 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Small Room Shared Bathroom with View

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Daily housekeeping

Pet friendly

8 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

4 Bed Dorm Plus

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 1
2 Single Bunk Beds

Bed in 8-Bed Community Room

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Sleeps 1
4 Single Bunk Beds

About the area

Mexico City

Selina Mexico City Downtown places you in the centre of Mexico City, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Palacio de Bellas Artes and Alameda Central. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Playground, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hostel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this Historic Center hostel include Zócalo and Paseo de la Reforma.

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What's nearby

Alameda Central - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Palacio de Bellas Artes - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Zócalo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Paseo de la Reforma - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Angel of Independence Monument - 4 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

Salto del Agua Station - 2 min walk
Mexico City Buenavista Station - 15 min drive
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Vips - ‬2 min walk
‪Diru Plaza - ‬3 min walk
‪Mercado San Juan - ‬1 min walk
‪Subway - ‬2 min walk
‪La Fortaleza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Selina Mexico City Downtown

Hostel with a restaurant, near Palacio de Bellas Artes

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business centre.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Selina Mexico City Downtown. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This Mexico City hostel is smoke free.

161 guestrooms or units

Business facilities

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Front desk (24 hours)

Storage area for luggage

Front desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Pool or billiards table

Library

Terrace

Television in lobby

On-site shopping

Lift

No smoking on site

Microwave in a common area

Fridge in a common area

Bar or lounge

Dining venue

Selina Mexico City Downtown offers 161 accommodations. This Mexico City hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Enjoy a meal with a city view from this dining area, featuring a large window and balcony.

Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

No on-site parking available
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 7.50 for adults and USD 7.50 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant

Restaurants on site

Playground

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Library
Shopping
TV in common areas

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator

Guest services

Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Business centre

Outdoors

Terrace

Accessibility

Lift

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 2 October 2024 to 30 September 2026 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 25 per pet, per night

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Kids stay free! Children 8 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

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 local cuisine breakfast: from approximately USD 7.50 for adults and from USD 7.50 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 17 per vehicle (one-way)
Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night

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 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

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

Children aged 8 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Selina Mexico City Downtown?

Selina Mexico City Downtown offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Does Selina Mexico City Downtown serve breakfast?

You bet, local cuisine brekkie is served daily between 7 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Selina Mexico City Downtown?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Selina Mexico City Downtown?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Selina Mexico City Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Selina Mexico City Downtown Reviews

7.2

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

2/10 Terrible

Daniela

28 Nov 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Heidy

Travelled with partner

22 May 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

An hotel that looks nothing like the photos. The hotel is not at 7minutes distance from the airport, with trafic 40 min, fluid 25 we did both. There is no check in or check out counter, there was only a security gardian who gave us the key at the entrance. The bed was not a mattress at all and it was dirty like they just made the bed and didn't change to wash them. A sofa with white powder, and I don’t thing it was baking soda to clean it up. The floor was stained with old blood. The curtains didn’t work to close them at night and the bathroom didn't had towels at all. We stayed here as emergency to spend the night because our flight was canceled after 12 hrs delayed du to volcano activity and we booked at 23hrs. We spend the night my boyfriend and I with all our clothes on because the bed was dirty. We “checked out” at 7am and even if we had the protection plan no one to answer or help us with a claim. Save 100$ and go to an other hotel but here. Nothing safe or pleasant here.

10/10 Excellent

Mark

2 Apr 2023

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

Best Hostel

This was one of the best hybrid hotel/hostels I've stayed. Small compact room, but amazing window and open spaces available.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Travelled with group

29 Nov 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

I love the activities provided by the hostel.

6/10 Okay

Victor

Travelled with family

29 Nov 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness

Bad service

I asked front desk for a taxi to take me to the airport. The taxi never came.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ziv

20 July 2022

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 July 2022

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

Perfect place

I like to stay in selina

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rasinelli

8 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

26 Mar 2022

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

It's nice, but improve service, mold, and noise!

The hotel is massive, so if you're looking for a family atmosphere, this isn't the place. The library, movie room, cafe, kitchen, theater, and chilling areas were nice. The beds were very comfortable, and they changed bedding daily. Staff was helpful, but they really don't have enough people working reception, especially during checkin time. As a result, you don't get a full tour when you check in, and they may not even mention the hostel events. The location is a short walk to the Centro Historico or Salto del Agua metro, but really not a lot going on after dark (perhaps sketchy), either for food or entertainment without walking up to Regina or the Zocalo. They have an event room on the ground floor, and as I stayed in a room on the first floor, I could hear and feel the bass into the early hours on Thursday night of my stay, until 2:10am. They have earplugs at the front desk, but light sleepers probably couldn't tolerate this. The bathrooms have black mold on the ceilings which the cleaning staff must ignore or not treat. It's very obvious. Also, they took my blanket once to get washed and it took two days before they had a replacement to offer. I think maybe if they addressed the reception staff issue, the mold, and were more respectful about noise after their own posted midnight quiet hours, I could give it a higher rating. It's good if you want to meet people and maybe do some coworking, (costs extra) but I probably wouldn't pay this much for a dorm bed again.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

jason

25 Feb 2022

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Neat hotel co-work location in heart of action CDMX w fun community activities and lots going on… good place to meet people from all over world…great wifi, good food and convenient amenities close by… only observations would be that the Selina attracts a younger demo and the place tends to be busy and noisy at times w the activity…not a place for peace and solitude but for more for meeting others, social engagement etc… also rooms are constructed in way that noise travels quite a bit so if you’re light sleeper pack earplugs and melatonin. Cleanliness of hotel could be bumped up a notch but rooms for most part are comfortable and clean-ish. I enjoyed my stay and would return on my own.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

23 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great value for money

Not as nice as other Selina hostels we’ve stayed at. The building was a bit run down and the rooms needed a bit of refurbishment. No water offered for the most expensive rooms. However, everything was very clean and the staff were extremely helpful and attentive.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

isabel

Travelled with group

4 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very cool hostel and coworking space. Bedrooms and bathrooms are small.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Melissa

1 Dec 2020

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Disappointed

Pros: Ok wifi avg on the guest is 5 up/3 down, cleanish room, cool common spaces, kind/attentive staff. Location is alright, kind of dangerous at night, but 15 minutes walking the the Zocalo. Cons: I’ve stayed at a few of the Selinas now and they are overpriced hostels with good marketing. The common areas are nice but some of the decoration money should go into fixing bathrooms and providing a better living experience for tenants. The kitchen is under-stocked and pretty disgusting. There were no forks when I was staying and was a trash smell. I usually cook in my hostel, so I bought a new sponge and in this case a lighter which both disappeared almost immediately. The walls at their hostels are paper thin. You can hear everything your neighbor says and at this one, the wall did not go all the way to the window, leaving a gap between my neighbor’s room and mine. Considering what is charged per night, I would assume the room would have 4 complete walls. The noise was okay, but my neighbors were smoking weed in their room, causing my room to smell like weed because of the gap. I have been living in hostels for a year now and prefer to stay in places that spend a little less on “window dressing” and more on their living spaces. Im disappointed in the Selina operation on the whole; was really looking forward to staying as it seemed like a digital nomad’s home. I will not be staying on any of the properties again, and will be warning other full time traveler friends as well.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

7 Mar 2020

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

John

28 Feb 2020

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

Best price/value

Stayed there for the second time and was as before very satisfied; good service, excellent location etc. Can only recommend the place!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Ruben

9 Jan 2020

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

Not good area no ac heater no tv 😣 sorry

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mackenzie

31 Dec 2019

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

Highly recommend.

Great location!!! Close to everything downtown within walking distance or a short metro ride. Beds were extremely comfortable and the hot water was never lacking. Front desk staff were friendly and bi-lingual, which helps a pocho like me.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family

31 Dec 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location and the price. The location and the price

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Barbara

16 Oct 2019

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

6 Oct 2019

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Mayra

29 Sept 2019

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great experience love the service

love the ambiance, they have people that speak English. The room was so comfortable, the only thing I chose shared bathroom and it was dirty in the morning, the toilet was full of paper. Overall a great experience

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Ana, Montreal

Business traveller

22 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good hotel for young people. Well placed in downtown.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

22 May 2019

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

MOLDY and OLD HOSTEL with bad air quality

MOLD MOLD MOLD on Ceiling. Bad and Slow Service when requested about MOLD problem. Stuck up Hipster culture Hostel. I prefer family environment so wont be using this hostel again. Overall, Mediocre environment and amateur service

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 May 2019

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

Best BangBang for your BuckBuck

Cool Stylish Vintage Hostel. Convenient Location next to Metro. very Friendly and Nice staffs. Melina and Daisy was extra Helpful. They helped me with free upgrade when other room was not available. There are good common areas Including Cinema Room. The room are good and has room service everyday. Best Value in Mexico City. Free English and Salsa Classes and Many Activities with Cool Bands, Karaoke Night and Free Drinks for New Guests. Offers Great Tours In and Around City. Enjoy Your Stay with all kinds of people around the World

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

chee

16 May 2019

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

Super Location! Super Price! Super Service! Half a block from metro, recommend using it during off hours for only $5 pesos. Friendly and Helpful Flexible and Kind Daytime Front Desks. Did I Mention Welcome Drinks!!! Free Salsa Class!! SlackLine Class! Movie Night! Do not expect Hotel Quality Bathroom Because Hostelers do make mess often and maids are not cleaning 24/7 like Roomba Robots. Only Hostel with Movie Room! Cinema Room! ENJOY TRAVELING ENJOY YOUR STAY IN HARMONY NOT IN MONOPOLY BASED ON RESPECT AND UNDERSTANDING AND SPREAD HOPES

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

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