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Best Family-Friendly Hotels In Mexico City

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Traveling with kids is no easy task. They can be picky eaters, light sleepers and wanderers that need someplace safe and convenient to stay. Meeting these needs while also finding a place that's appealing to parents who want to make the most of their time in Mexico can be difficult. Fear not. These hotels provide great amenities, activities, food and great locations for a family stay in Mexico City.

Galeria Plaza Mexico City
Calle Hamburgo 195
Cuauhtémoc, Juárez, 06600
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5230 1717
www.lasbrisascollection.com

This hotel is one of the best in Mexico City for families on vacation. The Galeria's rooms have all family necessities, including free wifi, an iPod dock and a TV. The hotel also features an outdoor pool and two restaurants. The multi-lingual staff is also happy to help you exchange currencies, which avoids extra stops around the city when you are trying to maximize family time. According to hotel policy, two children under 12 years of age can stay for free. For larger families, an extra fee may be applied to provide extra bedding. While kids are an easy priority at this hotel, parents are sure to have a wonderful time, especially considering the poolside bar, fitness center and central location.

Hampton Inn & Suites Mexico City - Centro Historico
Calle 5 de Febrero No. 24
Cuauhtémoc, Centro, 06060
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 8000 5000
hamptoninn3.hilton.com

Hampton Inn locations all around North America are known for their budget-friendly prices while still providing a high level of service and comfort. If your family hasn't done much international travel, this could be a good option because it is familiar, has English-speaking staff and is the most straight-forward hotel experience. The Centro Historico location is also perfect because it is conveniently located within walking distance to many important landmarks including the National Palace and Paseo De La Reforma. And as always, this Hampton Inn provides a free hot breakfast which is a great way to satisfy picky eaters and stick to a vacation budget.

Condesa DF
Av. Veracruz 102
Cuauhtemoc, Condesa, 06700
Ciudad de Mexico, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5241 2600
www.condesadf.com

This hotel is fun for the whole family. Though it looks colonial and serious from the outside, the interior of Hotel Condesa is playful and bright. The modern look is kid friendly while also providing a safe, comfortable space to stay while on vacation in Mexico City. The hotel is located smack dab in the city center, a short walk from plenty of tourist destinations and all of the family-friendly historical activities a parent could ask for. However, since the hotel is located on a busy street, it can get quite loud at night; if your family includes some light sleepers, opt for an upper floor or towards the back of the hotel. You will love waking up on the beautiful, tree-lined streets of this picturesque, bustling metropolis.

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Le Meridien Mexico City
Paseo De La Reforma 69
Cuauhtémoc, Tabacalera, 06030
Ciudad de México, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5061 3000
www.starwoodhotels.com

Le Meridien is another great hotel choice for families. Kids will love the indoor pool, while parents are free to enjoy a complete fitness center. Kick off a day of family fun at the hotel's convenient cafe and end the busy day at one of its two delicious on-site restaurants. No need to worry about taxis or public transit as there are tons of museums, monuments and parks within a 10-minute walk of the hotel. However, one of the most convenient amenities of this hotel is that every room features a refrigerator and microwave, so you can easily eat leftovers or prepare mini meals for ever-hungry children.

Camino Real Pedregal Mexico
Periferico Sur 3647
La Magdalena Contreras, Heroes de Padierna, 10700
Cuidad de Mexico, D.F., Mexico
+52 55 5449 3650
www.caminoreal.com

This hotel makes the list of family-friendly venues because of its proximity to Hospital Ángeles del Pedregal. Particularly for parents of children with special medical needs, this is a great place to stay with easy access to top-of-the-line hospital facilities. The hotel opened in 1958 and has continued to flourish in the area. It features beautiful, fun modern Mexican architecture and on-site parking.

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Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.

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