--- title: "The Monarch Hotel, Nairobi: reviews, location & comparison" description: "The Monarch Hotel in Nairobi: rated 8.3 by guests, 3-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side." url: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-monarch-hotel-nairobi/ language: en source: StayVersus (https://stayversus.com) retrieved: 2026-10-14 --- Hotel · ★★★ # The Monarch Hotel Kilimani sublocation, Nairobi, Kenya 8.3 · Very good 72 reviews · #17 #17 of 59 in Nairobi · 5.0 Location score ## About The Monarch Hotel The Monarch Hotel is a hotel in Kilimani sublocation, Nairobi, Kenya. It holds a 3-star rating. Guests rate it 8.3 out of 10 across 72 reviews. Facilities include gym, airport transfer, free parking, free wi-fi. It is 1.3 km from the centre of Nairobi. The nearest airport, Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), is 3.5 km away. - **Type:** Hotel - **Star rating:** ★★★ - **Check-in from:** 10:30 - **Check-out until:** 12:00 - **Rooms:** 44 - **Floors:** 4 - **Opened:** 2014 - **Last renovated:** 2014 - **Other stays within 500 m:** 35 Rose Avenue, off Argwings Kodhek [themonarchboutiquehotel.com](https://themonarchboutiquehotel.com/) ## How The Monarch Hotel scores Better rated than 72% of hotels in Nairobi - Guest rating **8.3** - Location **5.0** - Facilities **5.0** - Families **0.0** - Spa & wellness **1.5** Nairobi average ## Amenities GymAirport transferFree parkingFree Wi-Fi ### Pool & wellness - Gym ### Food & drink - Breakfast - Room service ### Internet - Free Wi-Fi ### Parking & transport - Free parking ### Services - Airport transfer - Shuttle - Concierge - Laundry - Luggage storage ### In the rooms - Air conditioning - Kitchen - In-room safe - Coffee or tea maker - Blackout curtains Based on the property listing at our booking partner. ## Location - **Location score:** **5.0**/10 - **Walk grade:** **58**/100 Somewhat walkable - **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **42** - **Sights within 1 km:** **1**
Nearest airportNairobi Wilson Airport (WIL)3.5 km8 min drive
Distance to the centreNairobi1.3 km22 min walk
### Sights nearby - Oserengoni Wildlife Sanctuary590 m - Kibera-Social-Circus1.4 km - Skyship Balloons1.5 km - Upperhill Intersection1.8 km ## The Monarch Hotel: in detail Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Monarch Hotel. Maintain seamless communication using the complimentary Wi-Fi at hotel. Effortlessly arrange transportation to and from the airport using the hotel's airport transfer services. Discovering Nairobi becomes even more accessible through the taxi and shuttle amenities provided at the hotel. For visitors traveling by automobile, complimentary parking is available. During your stay at this fantastic hotel, the attentive front desk personnel can provide you with a range of amenities such as concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. At the hotel, utilize the on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service to maintain your beloved travel attire fresh, allowing you to bring fewer clothes. Craving relaxation? Make the most of your stay at the The Monarch Hotel with convenient amenities like room service and daily housekeeping at your disposal. For visitors wishing to smoke, designated smoking zones can be found. At The Monarch Hotel, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay. Enhance your experience at hotel with the knowledge that certain rooms are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning for your convenience. Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as daily newspaper, television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay. In select rooms within the hotel, a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and bottled water is available to cater to your requirements when desired. Essential restroom facilities are equally significant, and at the hotel, some visitor bathrooms offer toiletries to enhance your experience. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at The Monarch Hotel. Begin your day feeling refreshed and invigorated as you enjoy a delightful cup of quality coffee available at the cafe situated within the hotel. At the hotel, an assortment of easily accessible and delicious meal choices are available to satisfy your appetite whenever it strikes. At The Monarch Hotel, they are committed to catering to your unique requirements. They offer a variety of meal choices, encompassing halal alternatives for those with special dietary preferences. Do you excel in cooking? Prepare your personal dishes on-site at hotel's BBQ facilities and shared kitchen. During your stay at hotel, an array of engaging activities and amenities guarantees a delightful experience. Discover the fitness amenities at hotel to maintain your health and strength during your getaway. ### Compare ## Compare The Monarch Hotel with nearby hotels Similar hotels within 3 km. 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The Monarch Hotel has a guest rating of 8.3 out of 10 from 72 reviews, which is better than 72% of rated hotels in Nairobi. ### What are the check-in and check-out times at The Monarch Hotel? Check-in starts at 10:30 and check-out is until 12:00. ### Does The Monarch Hotel include breakfast? Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book. ### Is there parking at The Monarch Hotel? Yes, the listing mentions free parking. ### How far is The Monarch Hotel from the airport? The nearest airport, Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), is 3.5 km away in a straight line. ### How many rooms does The Monarch Hotel have? The Monarch Hotel has 44 rooms on 4 floors. Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/) --- Source: https://stayversus.com/en/hotel/the-monarch-hotel-nairobi/. 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