Hotel Gillow

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Zócalo

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Front of property
Hallway
Interior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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Isabel la católica 17, Col Centro Histórico, Del. Cuauhtémoc, Mexico City, CDMX, 06000
  • Place, Metropolitan Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Zócalo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Palacio de Bellas Artes
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Mexico City (MEX-Mexico City Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room Single Use

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Basic Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Mexico City

Historic Center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Historic Center hotel, you'll find Zócalo and Palacio de Bellas Artes. Paseo de la Reforma and Angel of Independence Monument are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Madero Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Metropolitan Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Zócalo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Palacio de Bellas Artes - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alameda Central - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Allende Station - 4 min walk
  • Mexico City Fortuna Station - 11 min drive
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café El Popular - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Cardenal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jugos Canadá - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Arandas Taqueria - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Gillow

3.5-star hotel near Zócalo
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Hotel Gillow also features tour/ticket assistance, coffee/tea in a common area, and a complimentary grocery shopping service. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Mexico City hotel.

  • 103 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1875
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Gillow offers 103 accommodations with hair dryers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Mexico City hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Changing table
  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 8:00 AM to noon on weekends; MXN 150 for adults and MXN 150 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of MXN 145

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM

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
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property 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 full breakfast: approximately MXN 150 for adults and MXN 150 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: MXN 650 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Hosted evening meal: MXN 145

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 credit card, debit card, or 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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 onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Gillow Hotel
Hotel Gillow Mexico City
Hotel Gillow Hotel Mexico City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Gillow to the airport?

Hotel Gillow is 4.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Gillow?

As of Jun 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Gillow on Jun 26, 2026 start from $123, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Gillow have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Gillow offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of MXN 650 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Hotel Gillow offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Gillow, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of MXN 150 for adults and MXN 150 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to noon and weekends from 8:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at Hotel Gillow?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Gillow?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Gillow?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel Gillow have a pool?

Hotel Gillow does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Gillow have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Gillow have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Gillow to downtown Mexico City?

Hotel Gillow is 0.2 mi away from Mexico City.

Hotel Gillow Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 98 out of 374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 374 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for a quick stop in Mexico City. Room was small and basic, but really really good locations
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in great location and the staff was super friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was fine, courteous staff and perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Staff was very nice and helpful. Restaurant needs food taste & options, exterior presentation needs attention.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Brenda Liliana Rocha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect area to be near city center
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianni

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Ask for a room on the 6th floor with a balcony you won’t regret it. Room 603 is where we stayed and we had a blast on the balcony. Everyone was friendly and it was very safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a great location and the staff were very helpful. I would stay at the hotel again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria angelica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The breakfast was fantastic, lots of food
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roopa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless, spacious room and helpful staff made this a great place for my 4-day stay as a solo first-timer in CDMX. Plus the location can't be beat. Close to everything important for tourists. I would stay again and will recommend it to couples, families and singles.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it Loved the view and staff The convenience and closeness to el zocalo Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID JUAN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staffs excellent location very clean rooms thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

GRACIELA

It was well located in historic center. The property just needs updating. Ive stayed at other properties in same area that are old buildings but remodeled and are great. I gave this a try but not returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. Dated but perfectly comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and location. Room was smaller then expected but it was clean and stayed cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My favorite hotel in old, beautiful downtown. I love this historical building, part of the first Jesuit monastery in Mexico City
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herminia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely worth my stay 😍 
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with a lot of history in downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was very good
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great place
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect localization, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning unit did not seem to work. However, the staff was friendly, and I appreciated the complementary purified water.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Guadalupe

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

Birthday party

Amazing place, clean, professional staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025