Title: La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Apartment in Mexico City, near Paseo de la Reforma ## Photo gallery for La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena ![Property entrance - La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena (Mexico City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79370000/79364600/79364509/9fae3d46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms - La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena (Mexico City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79370000/79364600/79364509/5ebd4354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena (Mexico City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79370000/79364600/79364509/82c3375b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena (Mexico City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79370000/79364600/79364509/1d4d0cba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena (Mexico City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79370000/79364600/79364509/c62c99b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Angel of Independence Monument, La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena has plenty to offer. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMexico-City-Hotels-Luxurious-2br-Apartment-W-Workspace-Free-Laundry-At-Roma-Condesa.h79364509.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FMexico-City-Hotels-Luxurious-2br-Apartment-W-Workspace-Free-Laundry-At-Roma-Condesa.h79364509.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Roma Norte, a neighbourhood in Mexico City, is home to this apartment. Palacio de Bellas Artes and Chapultepec Castle are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez or Auditorio Nacional. [Visit our Mexico City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mexico-City.dx178285) [View more Apartments in Mexico City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Mexico-City-Apartments.d178285-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C19.41946%2C-99.15554&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jLweqw34twGGy5aCqLjZDgn4jwM=) Avenida Álvaro Obregón, Mexico City, Ciudad de México, 06700 ### What's nearby - ![Arena Mexico showing signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6306208/6aef272e-f544-421e-9489-a64515a80080.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arena México 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![The Cibeles fountain in Mexico City is an exact replica of the Cibeles fountain that is located in the Plaza de Cibeles in Madrid, Spain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266120/16f07fa8-5144-4c14-88af-0495dd5e7f82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Cibeles Fountain 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - ![Paseo de La Reforma avenue and Angel of Independence Monument - Mexico City, Mexico](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179290/3a01d0ca-bd22-4b94-820e-cbeee93de6a1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Paseo de la Reforma 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Plaza Río de Janeiro 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - MUCA Roma 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Nine Heroes Station 7 min walk - Mexico City Buenavista Station 14 min drive - Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) 23 min drive ### Restaurants - Churrería El Moro 1 min walk - Four Points by Sheraton 2 min walk - Orrin Restaurant & Bar 2 min walk - La Docena 1 min walk - Gardela 1 min walk ## About this property ### La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Apartment near Paseo de la Reforma Close to Angel of Independence Monument, La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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/debit cards Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is professionally cleaned If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as La Roma Apartments by Daju Camarena La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Apartment La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Mexico City La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena Apartment Mexico City Luxurious 2br Apartment W Workspace Free Laundry At Roma Condesa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena? ### What time is check-in at La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena? ### What time is check-out at La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena? ### Where is La Roma Apartments by Daju - Camarena located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---