10/10
“One night stay, but love it”
Love my room - fully remodeled, very nice design and details. Super friendly staff, late check out offered no-charge (appreciated). Also professional and comfy Airport ride, great service
Mexico City · head to head
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City vs Las Alcobas
Priced on the same night, 2026-10-25: Las Alcobas is $309 a night less. They are 2.6 km apart.
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The honest take
Las Alcobas costs $910 a night against $1,062 for the Four Seasons, and carries a stronger guest rating (9.8 vs 9.2) despite a smaller review base. The Four Seasons answers with scale: a spa complex with sauna and hot tub, an outdoor pool, a barbershop, a proper bar and pet-friendliness, none of which Las Alcobas lists. For most travellers wanting a boutique base in Polanco with money left over, book Las Alcobas; for full resort-style amenities on Reforma, pay the difference for the Four Seasons.
The look and the feel
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
This is the glass tower on Paseo de la Reforma, all corporate polish and generous marble lobbies, the kind of Four Seasons interior that favours cream stone, dark wood accents and heavy drapery over any local flourish. Rooms come with private bars and flat-screen TVs, the sitting areas plush rather than sharp. The public rooms do a lot of quiet work: a barbershop styled as an English gentleman's retreat, an Italian restaurant, a pastry counter doing Mexican-French hybrids, a bar built for evening drinks and a Wednesday champagne ritual. It draws business travellers, expense accounts and anyone who wants five-star predictability on a grand boulevard.
Business travellers and guests who want the reassurance of full five-star infrastructure — spa, pool, barbershop, bar — on a major boulevard.
Las Alcobas
Las Alcobas sits on Avenida Presidente Masaryk in Polanco, a smaller, more intimate property with only 35 guestrooms, each individually decorated rather than stamped from a template. The scale alone changes the register: this reads more boutique than institutional, with a spa, a single restaurant and room service standing in for the sprawling amenity list of a bigger hotel. The rooftop, which the Four Seasons lacks, suggests city views over Polanco's tree-lined shopping streets rather than the traffic of Reforma. It suits guests who want personality and quiet over scale, and who prize location in Mexico City's design and retail district.
Guests who prefer a smaller, individually furnished hotel in Polanco's upscale shopping district, with a rooftop and higher guest satisfaction.
Booking the cheaper Las Alcobas means giving up the Four Seasons' pet-friendly policy, its hot tub, and its dedicated bar — trading resort-scale wellness and drinking spaces for a tighter, more personal 35-room hotel.
The Four Seasons wins on sheer amenity and public-room grandeur, but Las Alcobas, with its individually decorated rooms and Polanco address, is the more characterful place to actually stay.
The numbers
| Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City | Las Alcobas | |
|---|---|---|
| Price, same night | $1,052 | $743 |
| Guest rating | 9.2/10 | 9.8/10 |
| Reviews | 223 | 105 |
| Stars | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Facilities on our list | 8 | 6 |
| Distance apart | 2.6 km |
What one has that the other doesn't
Only Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City has
- Pet
- Hot tub
- Bar
Only Las Alcobas has
- Rooftop
What guests actually say
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
- friendly, professional staff
- great location and architecture
- remodeled rooms with nice design
- renovation works during stay
“Although our stay started with some concerns due to the renovation works, the genuine care, warmth and professionalism of the team quickly turned it into an unforgettable experience.”
Las Alcobas
- attentive, friendly staff
- excellent location for shopping
- clean, well-decorated rooms
“Outstanding service, cleanliness and comfort.”
Las Alcobas guests come away happier, as reviews consistently praise flawless service and cleanliness with no complaints, while Four Seasons guests mention renovation disruptions.
Rooms & rates, 2026-10-25
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
- Superior, King Bed, Street ViewRoom Only$1,047
- Superior 1 King Bed, Street ViewRoom Only$1,070
- King Bed - Street ViewRoom Only$1,070
Las Alcobas
- Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non SmokingBreakfast Included$743
- Superior Room, 1 King Bed 1 King Bed Non RefundableRoom Only$768
- Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non SmokingBreakfast Included$776
In guests' own words
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
9/10
“The Colors, Energy and Spirit of Mexico City!”
Although our stay started with some concerns due to the renovation works, the genuine care, warmth and professionalism of the team quickly turned it into an unforgettable experience. We truly felt the colors, energy and spirit of Mexico City throughout our stay. With its beautiful architecture and outstanding location, the hotel is one of the best places to experience the city. A heartfelt thank you to the entire t
Las Alcobas
10/10
Excellent service. Front desk was super helpful in getting us in a little earlier so we can rest. Ver appreciated!
10/10
great service. good location if you like high end chain stores
10/10
Beautiful property, staff is excellent -super attentive and friendly, everyone spoke English. I walked around the neighborhood, very safe with good shopping.
About each
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
Luxurious Accommodations Indulge in contemporary guest rooms with flat-screen TVs, private bars, and cozy sitting areas at Four Seasons Hotel Mexico D.F. Relaxation and Wellness Unwind at the full-service spa, outdoor pool, sauna, and hot tub. Keep fit at the well-equipped fitness centre and pamper yourself at the English-style barbershop, Gentleman's…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Las Alcobas
Indulge in Relaxation at the Spa Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa for massages, ensuring ultimate relaxation during your stay. Delight in Culinary Experiences Enjoy a meal at the hotel's restaurant or opt for the convenience of room service, providing a taste of luxury right in your accommodation. Unwind in Stylish Guestrooms Make yourself at home in…
Check-in — · Check-out 12:00 PM
Facilities, in full
Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City
- Fitness facilities
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Fitness center
- Swimming pool
- 24-hour front desk
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Business center
- Heating
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Garden
Las Alcobas
- Elevator
- Fitness facilities
- Conference space
- Free breakfast
- Health club
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Express check-out
- Full-service spa
- Meeting rooms
- Smoke-free property
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free wired internet
- Free self parking
- Free continental breakfast
- Housekeeping on request
Where they are
Paseo de la Reforma, 500 Colonia JuarezAv. Presidente Masaryk 390, Col. Polanco Chapultepec, Mexico City, CDMX, 11560
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