Getting There
Whether you are traveling across the city or across the globe, we are so grateful for the journey you’re making to be with us. Explore the guide below for route recommendations, arrival tips, and lodging details.
Travels
Mexico City ↔ Cuernavaca
Getting around locally within Mexico City and Morelos is very straightforward with Uber, making it an easy choice for short trips, sightseeing, and dining withing each city. However, for travel between Mexico City and Morelos, Maria and I strongly recommend using Pullman de Morelos rather than an Uber. They offer a comfortable, direct, and reliable executive coach service between the two regions and are definitely the hassle-free option for making the journey.
That being said, their website claims that the travel time betwen cities is only an hour long but that, I can assure you, is complete nonesense – expect at least 2 hours from departure. Also, they like to pump the AC so pull out a jumper or hoodie from your bag before making the trip.
Direct from Mexico City Airport (MEX) to Cuernavaca
For guests flying in and traveling directly to Cuernavaca, the direct airport bus remains the fastest and most convenient method.
- Bus Line: Pullman de Morelos (Servicio Ejecutivo Dorado).
- Ticket Counter Locations:
- Terminal 1: Upper level (near the food court, Gate G / landside bus area).
- Terminal 2: Ground floor, near the domestic bus area (Puerta 4).
- Cost: Approx. $460 MXN (~$25–$27 USD) one-way.
- Destination: Buy a ticket to Cuernavaca (Casino de la Selva).
- Frequency & Transit Time: Departures every 30–45 minutes; journey takes ~2 hours.
- Arrival: At the Casino de la Selva terminal you will find an authorized on-site taxi stand. However Uber will give better pricing.
Traveling from Mexico City (CDMX) to Cuernavaca
For guests spending a few days exploring CDMX (staying in Roma, Condesa, Polanco, Reforma, or Centro Histórico), the best route to Cuernavaca is taking the Pullman vans from the different spots in the city.
Getting to the Bus Station in CDMX
Take an Uber directly from your accomodation in Mexico City to any of the following locations:
- EL ANGEL (EMBAJADA) to Casino de la Selva.
Departures approximately every two hours. - HOTEL ROYAL PEDREGAL to Casino de la Selva.
Departures approximately every hour. - MIYANA (POLANCO) to Casino de la Selva.
Departures approximately every two hours.
ACCOMODATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Cuernavaca
Option 1: Gamma Cuernavaca Puerta Paraíso
A modern, comfortable full-service hotel offering reliable convenience just minutes from our wedding venue.
- The Vibe: Relaxed, polished, and contemporary with well-kept facilities and lush garden grounds.
- Location Advantage: Strategically located in north Cuernavaca (Av. Domingo Diez), just 10-15 minutes by car/Uber to our wedding venue and 10 minutes to Downtown.
- Key Amenities: 2 outdoor swimming pools surrounded by loungers, on-site Mexican restaurant & cocktail bar, air-conditioned rooms, free high-speed Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and complimentary parking.
- Best For: Guests seeking a comfortable, well-maintained home base with easy logistics, full hotel amenities, and quick proximity to the celebration.
- Price Range: Approx. $90 – $120 USD / night.
Option 2: Anticavilla Hotel, Restaurant & Spa
A luxurious, design-forward boutique hotel set in a restored Italian-Mexican heritage mansion.
- The Vibe: Sophisticated, peaceful, and romantic. Features a Michelin-recognized design blending contemporary Italian art with colonial architecture.
- Neighborhood: Vista Hermosa (one of Cuernavaca’s most charming upscale residential neighborhoods). Only 10-15 minute drive from the Barragan-Maldonado family house.
- Key Amenities: Heated outdoor infinity pool, full-service luxury spa, acclaimed Italian fine dining restaurant & cocktail lounge, lush secluded gardens.
- Best For: Travelers looking for an upscale, tranquil boutique experience.
- Price Range: Approx. $200 – $260 USD / night.
Option 3: Vacation Rentals & Airbnbs
Ideal for guests planning an extended stay, traveling as small groups, or looking for private garden homes and villas.
Recommended Neighborhoods:
- Lomas de Cortés: The immediate area surrounding our wedding venue. Quiet, green, and predominantly residential, staying here puts you just 3–5 minutes by Uber from the celebration.
- Vista Hermosa & Delicias: Upscale, secure neighborhoods located about 8–12 minutes south. Excellent for private boutique villas, wide residential streets, and easy walking distance to great cafés, bakeries, and restaurants.
- Rancho Cortés: Located just uphill to the northwest, known for lush vegetation, cooler breezes, and secluded, gated estates.
Planning an Extended Stay?
Nick and I will be staying in Cuernavaca from February 18th to the 22nd for the wedding. If you’re interested in making a longer vacation out of the trip and would like to coordinate a larger shared villa with the group, reach out to us directly before booking so we can look at multi-room estate options together.
ACCOMODATION RECOMMENDATIONS
Mexico City
If you are planning to explore Mexico City before or after the wedding weekend, we highly recommend making Polanco your home base. Known for its lush, tree-lined avenues and vibrant culture, Polanco is one of the city’s most charming, safe, and walkable neighborhoods. Maria and I can’t honestly recommend any single hotel in the area as we typically stay with friends when visiting the area. However this suburb offers an incredible selection of little boutique hotels and is world-renowned for its food and easy access to iconic cultural landmarks such as Chapultepec Park and the Museo Nacional de Antropología.
Polanco Restaurant Recommendations:
Brunch:
Buttery – French
Hacienda de los Morales – Traditional Mexican Food – They apparently do excellent dinners too!
Dinner:
Animal – Mexican Japanese fusion
Cambalache – Argentinian
Porfirio’s – Steakhouse with a Mexican Twist
