In the heart of the Countess, one of the most vibrant neighborhoods in Mexico City, is the Hotel Mondrian Mexico City, an architectural jewel, avant -garde design, with a lot of history and, of course, an exquisite gastronomic offer and cocktails. This hotel is not only a place to stay, but also a destination to spend the day, visitors can start with a class of Kentro to fill with energy, followed by a walk around the area and enjoy the sunset while taking a cocktail in Skybar Condesa.
Whether to find accommodation, enjoy a delicious food or admire art, this hotel is a must for those who wish to experience the cultural wealth of Mexico City at its expression.
The building that houses the hotel was created between the Spanish architect, painter and sculptor José Luis Benlliure.Courtesy Hotel Mondrian Mexico City.
A little more history …
The building that houses the Mondrian Mexico City Condesa It is historical and has been restored and preserved by the National Institute of Fine Artssince it is considered one of the works of Mexican modern architecture of the most emblematic twentieth century in the city.
This building was created between 1959 and 1961 by the Spanish architect, painter and sculptor José Luis Benlliure, who built the then known Aristos team, now the i421 Live District, which was named as Mexico City heritage In the second half of the twentieth century, as well as Masterpiece of Mexican Architecture of the capitala legacy of the city.
Benlliure adapted to the functionalist movement that was lived in Mexico at that time, but never set aside his Iberian heritage, which gave rise to an original proposal of works of art as a mural of mosaics that recreates the Panateneas holidays, which were offered in honor of the goddess Athena, and “La Giganta”, replica of the piece originally created by the Mexican painter and sculptor José Luis Cuevas in 1985. In addition, the 183 rooms are wrapped in a colorful mural created by the multidisciplinary artist Ara Starck, who was inspired by the Chapultepec aqueduct.