In the heart of the picturesque neighborhood of Coyoacán is the majestic Papilio Mansion, an architectural jewel of the 19th century, located in one of the safest neighborhoods in Mexico City and just steps away from the iconic Frida Kahlo Museum. With only 7 rooms exclusively for adults, the Mansion Papilio offers an intimate and cozy atmosphere, surrounded by lush gardens and century-old trees. Its marble and wood floors, large windows and eclectic collection of antique furniture create an atmosphere of timeless elegance, where romance and history intertwine to provide a truly unique experience in vibrant Mexico City.
This home, created with love by our family, is now open to all those who visit Mexico City, inviting them to experience the incomparable feeling of staying in a historic mansion.
A safe neighborhood to stroll through the cobblestone streets and admire its well-preserved colonial architecture, Coyoacán immerses you in Mexico’s history. Coyoacán was the first municipality founded by Hernán Cortés. It is home to several important museums, such as the Frida Kahlo Museum, the Museum of Interventions and the University Cultural Center. It also has numerous art galleries, craft stores and cultural events throughout the year. In Coyoacán, you can find a wide variety of restaurants offering authentic Mexican cuisine, from street food in the Coyoacán market to gourmet restaurants.
Mansion Papilio has been chosen by national and international productions for the filming of movies, series, commercials and reports of prestigious magazines. Among these outstanding productions are Vogue, Más sabe el diablo por viejo que por diablo, Cuando el viento tiene miedo, La casa de las Aparicio, Amores Verdaderos, El Dragón 2, El juego de las llaves, Trust, Casi el paraíso, these productions have found in Mansión Papilio the perfect environment to give life to their most inspiring and sophisticated visions. We are honored to have been chosen as the backdrop for these artistic creations, where the architectural beauty of our mansion combines with the creativity of renowned production teams to create cinematic works of art.