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The Monarch Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Nairobi with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Porch
Daily continental breakfast (USD 20 per person)
Reception
Interior detail
Lobby sitting area
The Monarch Hotel in Kilimani blends modern comforts with international character. Enjoy flavorful meals at The Royal Pot restaurant, relax on the terrace with city views, or maintain your fitness routine at the on-site gym. Experience genuine urban living with us.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

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Standard Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
Desk
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LED TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Satellite channels
  • 527 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Kilimani, a neighborhood in Nairobi, is home to The Monarch Hotel. Nairobi Gallery and Nairobi Railway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Kenyatta Mausoleum and Teleposta Towers. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nyayo National Stadium or Nairobi City Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Rose Avenue, Kilimani area, Off Argwings, Kodhek, Nairobi

What's nearby

  • Yaya Centre - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Nairobi Hospital - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Uhuru Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • University of Nairobi - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Kenyatta International Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kavunda - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪KFC Hurlingham Drive Thru - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Queen of Sheba - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Waridi Paradise Apartment Hotel. - ‬2 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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a business center.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at The Monarch Hotel feature perks such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LED TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 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 center

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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: 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 smoke detector, 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 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?

Check-out 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 mi (2 km) of Royal Nairobi Golf Club, Yaya Centre, and Prestige Plaza. Nairobi Hospital and Lucky 8 Casino are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Monarch Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 113 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mosses

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful thank you All
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fadhil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Single traveler passing through for medical treatment. Place was nice and quiet and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is small but nicely appointed rooms. My only complaint was in not having stable strong internet connection.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dan

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Desiree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. 💜
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evansie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer care is good
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

2/10 Terrible

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Rishona Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
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: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, 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

Disliked: Staff & service, 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

6/10 Okay

dan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddah

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Faith

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Svante

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Were

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Centralt og godt

Det var en fornøjelse at bo på Monarch. God service og venligt personale. God morgenmad og dejligt centralt i Nairobi.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eduardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice choice.

I was a good experience. The bedroom is confortable, good bed, good shower. The breakfast and dinner were tasty. The location is good (nearby market and restaurants you can safely go walking). The staff is really lovely people. The only point they should improve is the WIFI quality, it wasnt working all 5 days in the bedroom.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jibril

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Svante

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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