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ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS

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Close to Reforma 222 and Angel of Independence Monument, ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

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A bedroom with a bunk bed, a desk, a window with a view, and a wall with a colorful mural.

Maskarita

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a window.

Kanta y No Llores

  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a rug.

Kahlo

  • 10 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a TV on a wooden cabinet, a door, and wall decorations.

kaktus

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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A bed with a rolled-up blanket, a pillow with a bicycle design, and two pillows.

M3xiko

  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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A bed with a grey sheet, a pillow with a tropical pattern, and a pillow with the words "TROPICAL" and "TROPICAL" on it.

Akapulco

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  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a dresser, and a wall decoration.

Kanta y No Llores P/B

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a desk, and a chair.

Kalho P/B

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a door, and a wall with cactus decals.

Kaktus P/B

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A room with bunk beds, a green carpet, and a world map on the wall.

M3xiko P/B

  • 9 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Large Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a small stool, and a wall with a palm tree mural.

Akapulco P/B

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Roma Norte, a neighborhood in Mexico City, ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS is near a metro station and near theme parks. Palacio de Bellas Artes and Chapultepec Castle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Paseo de la Reforma and Angel of Independence Monument. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Auditorio Nacional or Sports Palace Dome. Visit our Mexico City travel guide
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24a Merida Roma Norte, Mexico City, CDMX, 06700

What's nearby

  • A building with a sign that reads "ARENA MEXICO" and "Tritonia".
    Arena México
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A city street with a monument, tall buildings, and trees.
    Paseo de la Reforma
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A monument with a golden figure, surrounded by modern buildings and purple flowering trees.
    Angel of Independence Monument
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Plaza Río de Janeiro
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Reforma 222
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Mexico City Buenavista Station
    5 min drive
  • Cuauhtemoc Station
    8 min walk
  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • Revuelta: Queer House
    1 min walk
  • CUEVA
    3 min walk
  • Deseo Café De Especialidad
    1 min walk
  • Restaurant Costillas D'Fuentes
    2 min walk
  • Café Tormenta
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 1958
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: MXN 120 per accommodation, per stay (varies based on unit and length of stay)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 95355601

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS?

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

What time is check-out at ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS located?

Located in Roma Norte, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Glorieta de Insurgentes, Paseo de la Reforma, and Reforma 222. Angel of Independence Monument and Monument to the Revolution are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cuauhtemoc Station is 8 minutes by foot and Insurgentes Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

ONCE UPONA TIME IN MEXICO - KASA KAKTUS Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place located in a good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location, very well communicative host. The cleanliness can be improved and the furniture needs to be updated
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice spaceous room, clean, good bed, good wifi. Tip to the owners: the shower head could use some descaling.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great. Room was good. Bed was huge and comfortable. Communication was not always clear. There were coffee machines out in the common areas but it was always cold. I did not know if the hotel staff made it or if I was supposed to make it. No indication there. Basically I was not able to enjoy a morning Coffee there. I went to next door cafe Paseo which is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The are of Roma Norte is lovely and the hotel is well located and has a charming decor, but it want very clean, there was no hot water and the rooms are on the first floor and face the street so it is incredibly noisy. Overall it was functional and safe but the noise and lack of amenities was a big deawback
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel boasts a beautiful design, and the owner and staff are all excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great property and staff will definitely recommend and will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excelente
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great, walkable, safe, nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
Lighting in bathroom too dim. Price was good and Miguel was responsive on inquiries.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very bad experience... I can't believe the reviews are true. First of all, the photos give a completely different impression. The room looks more like a shed. The walls are as thin as cigarette paper, with no privacy. It feels like a church, the room resonates so much. The water was never changed, the coffee machine was in a state that made you not want to use it at all. I even wonder if the coffee was changed the next day... In the room, the toilet only flushed halfway! I had to flush three times to get the poop out. Finally, and the worst part, the wifi didn't work in the room! There was always a problem! I had to go to cafes to get internet! What they don't tell you before you pay is that you are not allowed to watch TV and talk in your “PRIVATE” room after 11 p.m., under penalty of $50. It feels like boarding school with the curfew. They send you a message the next day to warn you about the penalties. This message really pissed me off. I had another separate reservation but luckily, I had time to cancel it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Ya van varios años que nos hospedamos ahí sin embargo no se ha visto algún mantenimiento. Las colchones ya están desgastados, los baños no tienen buen desagüe en la regadera, los tapetes y sabanas tienen manchas y tapetes con mucho polvo. Los cojines no se ven lavados. Ya no se percibe tan higiénico. Solo por la zona y el precio que se mantiene estable aun lo hemos considerado pero quizá valga la pena ya buscar nuevas opciones. La atención es buena e inmediata.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Muy bonita zona y muy cómoda la habitación
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo perfecto, gracias a humberto por hacerme el check-in por adelantado. Solo un detalle en cuanto a las luces , son muy potentes, quería apagar una pero o eran todas o ninguna así que opté por apagarlas y usar la del baño para iluminar la pieza . Obviamente creo que es cuestión de gustos en cuanto iluminación. Todo en general muy bien
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Muy buenos
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
100 % recomendable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitacion limpia, personal muy amable y atento, la ubicación muy centrica y puedes moverte a todos lados, volveria a hospedarme ahi sin duda
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La ubicación es excelente
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Hemos reservado ahí por más de 3 años por lo que quizá una renovación aunque sea de las sábanas y toallas puede ser un buen detalle para volver a elegirlos. La atención siempre ha sido muy puntual, amable y comprensible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien ubicado, mega acccesible caminando, habitacion comoda y con todo lo indispensable para tu estancia agradable, muy amable el personal que te recibe
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service

Hotel bien ubicado

Había muchos lugares de comer cerca y el transporte público. No sé si fue la habitación que me tocó pero se oía como una bomba de agua cada 5 minutos y se oía todo de Los huéspedes de al lado. En cuanto a la limpieza solo debo decir que la jarra de agua en mi habitación no estaba muy limpia de la tapa.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fue una estancia muy agradable, en los alrededores jay muchísimos lugares que conocer y visitar, las recomendaciones que nos dieron muy buenas.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La atencion
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025