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The Monarch Hotel

3.0 star property
Nairobi hotel in Kilimani with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Porch
Interior detail
Lobby sitting area
Fountain
Reception
VIP Access

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar

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Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
In-room safe
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Fridge
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 49 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Rose Avenue, Kilimani area, Off Argwings, Kodhek, Nairobi

What's nearby

  • Yaya Centre - 16 min walk
  • Nairobi Hospital - 20 min walk
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 5 min drive
  • Sarit Centre - 7 min drive
  • University of Nairobi - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Nairobi Station - 21 min drive
  • Nairobi (WIL-Wilson) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mama Oliech's Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Artcaffe - hurlingham - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Java House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ashaki Grill & BBQ - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Domino’s Pizza Hurlingham - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Monarch Hotel

Hotel located in Kilimani
A terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services are just a few of the amenities provided at The Monarch Hotel. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, The Royal Pot, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a gym and a business centre.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at The Monarch Hotel include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Italian, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: USD 20 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Royal Pot

Things to do

  • Gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 20 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 30 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Monarch Hotel Nairobi
Monarch Nairobi
The Monarch Hotel Hotel
The Monarch Hotel Nairobi
The Monarch Boutique Hotel
The Monarch Hotel Hotel Nairobi

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monarch Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Monarch Hotel?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Monarch Hotel on 5 Mar 2025 start from AU$117.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Monarch Hotel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Monarch Hotel?

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Monarch Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does The Monarch Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 30 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Monarch Hotel located?

Located in Kilimani, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Royal Nairobi Golf Club, Yaya Centre and Prestige Plaza. Nairobi Hospital and Lucky 8 Casino are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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The Monarch Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 96 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Staff were friendly and helpful to meet any of my needs. The buffet breakfast was average but all I needed. The room was comfortable and the Hotel was in a good location for where I needed to go.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

I enjoyed my stay. 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

PhilIp

Excellent Hotel
The monarch hotel is great. Hotels. Com jas some incorrect information. The Hotel does NOT have free airport transfers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

The property was really nice. The only issue I had was with the restaurant “Empire” that is across the street that plays loud music until 5am nightly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Chris

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Expedia is awful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evansie

Customer care is good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Rishona Melanie

I really liked this hotel! I only stayed for 1 night but would like to stay again if I'm in the area. As a lone female traveller I am always conscious of safety. There is a plaza less then 1 minute where there are many food and eating options and there were also a few lively bars within a short walking distance also There were not many street lights at night but the area was busy enough on a Friday night There is no hotel airport free shuttle, you have to pay for it and mine never showed up! I therefore ordered an Uber and it was only about £5 to airport Really nice decor and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Overall, it was an okay stay. Although you're able to hear noises from the floor above - where conferences are held and noises from the corridor as well. The breakfast is pricey compared to what is served - you only have the option to get their buffet and menu/ala carte is not available for breakfast. I have to say their restaurant menu is good though and reasonably priced as well. I feel very safe as well. The reception turned off the wifi when I wanted to book an Uber rather than using their service - not great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bedroom was spacious and clean. The bed was very comfortable and I slept well. The food was terrible. The staff were very chatty but I did not like the fact that many were trying to see what they could get from me. In particular several wanted me to sponsor their move to Ireland where I would organise work for them. I have been to Kenya 24 times and stayed in hotels of all standards but this stands out for the reasons already mentioned. I would not recommend this hotel at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Enoch

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique. If there's such a thing as false advertising, this booking was it. The rooms could really use a spruce up. The linen is overdue for replacement, not sure why you call it premium? My bad, I should have paid attention to the other reviews before confirmation of booking. Plus the VIP perk (round-trip airport pick and drop) -- why offer something you intend to charge me for? I'd still have booked with or without the perk. The ping-pong between Expedia and the Monarch staff just left me feeling frustrated and used... The fact though that no one at the hotel acknowledged my booking or email inquiries until check-in/out is the reason I'm giving you a low rating. Do better, The Monarch/Expedia.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Svante

Ett prisvärt boende I Nairobi. Personalen var mycket trevlig och maten bra. Första dagen var det dåligt med varmvatten men sen fungerade det utmärkt. Internet var långsamt men bortsett från det kan jag rekommendera hotellet som ett prisvärt boende.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANNE

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Viktoriia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hiroko

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATHEW

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

MATHEW

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

PhilIp

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Nice place. I'm definitely coming back. I enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

We were very impressed with the friendly & helpful nature of the staff, they always remembered us & went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The facility is very nice, our room was quiet & clean. The bed was comfortable and the decorations were pretty. The bathroom was spacious. The restaurant was always delicious & accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

nathan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

lin

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Onsite Restaurant & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
10:30 AM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
3.0