Mexico
The latest flashy hotel to open in Mexico City has received rave reviews for its design perfection, although the service is reputedly a little wanting. Double room: $165-395 plus 15% tax.
Avenida Veracruz No 102; www.condesadf.com/
A place to go for exquisite versions of traditional Mexican recipes in a lush renovated hacienda with golden chandeliers and flowery service.
Vasquez de Mella No 525, Colonia Polanco; Tel: 5096 3028; Mon-Sun lunch and dinner; Approx 400 pesos per person with no alcohol.
A newly renovated building where nothing has been left undesigned and has become the place to see and be seen. The rooftop bar is beautiful, and the DJs are good.
Nearest metro: Chapultepec (not very near)
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