The Monarch Hotel
Ranked in Best Luxury Hotels in Kilimani
About
Warm rooms & suites in a casual hotel featuring a gym, plus a restaurant with a garden terrace.
The conference rooms and halal-certified dining are top-tier, and the staff move fast when you need something. Ask for a garden-side room — they're quieter, and some mattresses need replacing so you'll want to avoid the unlucky draw.
Highlights
- Wheelchair accessible
Google reviews
- GlennGoogle review · 30 Jan 2026
The hotel is nice and all but I gave a bad review because; I(we) just went there for an industry visit or something of the sort and we stayed there from around 9am till around 4pm without being offered even the smallest cup of water. I know we might not have been paying guests but we were still guests. Like, that's a hospitality company/business, but where's the hospitality. The tour was nice, the staff and management are all great but still. 3/10
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- Iris M.Google review · 21 Nov 2025
This is a great quiet space. The staff are professional and have a quick response to concerns. The rooms are meticulous, the food delicious, the conference facility as per expectations. It was a great stay and nothing would stop me visiting again/recommending the facility. Cheers!
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- Jungle S.Google review · 7 Oct 2025
It has non AC room which was not very clearly mentioned while booking which create lot confusion that you are booking an AC room which later found to be non AC which create lot of inconvenience. Rooms have lot mosquitos and there is effective way to avoid them. Rooms are small. Also while check in it was told us to have complementary breakfast and when checkout we charged. Staff at entry gate was good but at reception the lady was very rude and not welcoming attitude and make bad face which create negative vibes despite of it could be a great property if maintained with professionalism and with clear information
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- Margaret N.Google review · 14 Sep 2025
I have stayed here twice, 2017 had a pleasant stay. However, my 2025 stay was not too good. The hotel has not been maintained very well thus quality has reduced considerably. The mattresses need replacing-very uncomfortable. The furniture in the room needs replacing as well. WiFi is very slow. TV is very hard to control. They really ought to consider doing an upgrade of the rooms.
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- Felix L.Google review · 11 Aug 2025
The Monarch Hotel is a boutique-style hotel in Kilimani, Nairobi, known for its convenient location near malls and restaurants, friendly staff, and spacious, comfortable rooms. It offers halal-certified dining, a buffet breakfast, and amenities such as free Wi-Fi, a gym, conference facilities, and free parking—making it suitable for both business and leisure stays. However, guests occasionally report slow Wi-Fi, and the hotel lacks the scale and grandeur of larger luxury hotels. Bottom line: A well-located, comfortable mid-range option with good service, ideal for business trips or small events, but not for those seeking a large luxury resort experience.
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Location
Rose Ave
Kilimani
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