Ratings based on 108 Verified Reviews
4.9 Room cleanliness
4.9 Service & staff
5.0 Room comfort
4.8 Hotel condition
Expedia Verified Reviews
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler
Johannesburg hotel
Posted May 30, 2017Great location, lovely boutique hotel. Attentive, caring staff. Clean.
Comment from Hotel Management
Jun 1, 2017 by Monarch Hotel, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch.
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us and we are most grateful for the lovely compliments.
We do hope to welcome you back soon.
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler
Pampering but....
Posted Apr 7, 2017The staff were very attentive and friendly, the hotel spotlessly clean. Certainly merits 5 stars.
However, the 19th century decor is not quite my style and the time passed since the last renovation is starting to show. In addition although it is situated in a posh neighborhood next to the big chain hotels, its location right on a main and very busy road is a little offputting.
Comment from Hotel Management
Apr 12, 2017 by Jan van As, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay - even though the decor was not your style. This is in keeping with the history of the building - originally the 1930's Saxonwold Post Office. Decor aside, we will be sure to inform our guests once planned renovations have been completed.
Despite being on a busy road, we do hope that you found the rooms to be quieter than expected.
We hope to welcome you back to the Monarch soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
by A verified traveler
Posted Mar 22, 2017 on Hotels
Great stay but they charged for capucino coffee and bottle of water on breakfast. No welcome drink. Have to pay for that.
Comment from Hotel Management
Mar 27, 2017
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch.
we are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay and once again, we do apololgise for billing you for your welcome drink. This should indeed have been complimentary and was billed in error by a new waiter. We have addressed the matter and trust that it will not recur.
We do hope to welcome you back to the Monarch soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from seattle
-perfect service, great location
Posted Feb 24, 2017
Pros: Location and attentive staff
Location: The metro station is right our the door. Many restaurants and shopping are a short walk away.
This small hotel is a gem. I spend over 100 nights per year in 5 star hotels throughout the world each year and this is one of the best. It is small, personal and highly attentive to any request. We wish we had another couple days here.
Comment from Hotel Management
Mar 7, 2017 by Jan , Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and we are highly appreciative of the compliments.
We do hope to welcome you back soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
by A verified traveler
Posted Feb 23, 2017 on Hotels
Comment from Hotel Management
Mar 9, 2017
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch Hotel.
We do appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler from New York, NY
Luxury hotel
Posted Feb 15, 2017Luxury hotel with great amenities but could use a little more tending to. We stayed at the royal suite which was very spacious, fitted with a comfortable living/ dining area, canopy bed and massive bath. However, during the daylight one could see the need for a bit more tlc around the edges. While the bath was very modern the rest of the space was a bit dated, true to its namesake. The approach to the hotel unfortunately was not great. It's right off the main road but entry to the car park was rather challenging after sundown. Absolutely fantastic staff though, we ordered room service & had a smooth experience with reception.
Comment from Hotel Management
Mar 7, 2017 by Jan van As, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch last month. We thank you for your valued feedback and are pleased to inform you that we do have some refurbishment projects planned for the hotel. Thank you for the lovely compliments - we are most appreciative.
We do hope to welcome you back to the Monarch soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
Recommended
for Couplesby A verified traveler from Canada
Classy with Personality
Posted Dec 10, 2016Nice small hotel, very well located. Nice, comfortable rooms. Pleasant courtyard that is great for enjoying local wine and relaxing at the end of busy day of touring. Very professional and welcoming staff adds to charming surroundings where tasteful and unique artwork is displayed advantageously throughout the hotel. Breakfast is excellent as are a la carte dinner meals. Highly recommended
Comment from Hotel Management
Dec 19, 2016 by Jan van As, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch.
We appreciate the lovely feedback and the recommendation.
We hope to welcome you back soon.
by A verified traveler
Posted Nov 14, 2016 on Hotels
Comment from Hotel Management
Dec 19, 2016 by General Manager, Hotel Management
Thank you for rating your experience of the Monarch!
We hope to welcome you back soon.
by A verified traveler
Beautiful, well located hotel with awful Internet
Posted Nov 13, 2016 on OrbitzVery nice small hotel in the heart Rosebank, steps away from train. Fortunately the Wifi was from all practical purposes nonexistent.
Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 25, 2016 by Jan van As, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of the Monarch Hotel. We appreciate your feedback on the wifi - your concern has been noted.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager
Recommended
for Everyoneby A verified traveler
Outstanding Service, good food and facilities
Posted Oct 23, 2016
Pros: Excellent location, outstanding Service, dinner limited in choice but very good. Rooms had a feel of luxury. Breakfast was perfect. good range of food
Cons: Nothing
Location: Rosebank Mall next door. Has a good African handicraft market for last minute souvenir buying. Remember to haggle for a good price at the market.
The minute we walked in, we where blown away by the excellent service and feel of the Hotel. Would highly recommend this Hotel to anyone. Right across the road from the station and next door to Rosebank Mall.
Comment from Hotel Management
Nov 3, 2016 by Jan van As, Hotel Management
Thank you for taking the time to post your review of the Monarch.
We appreciate your lovely compliments and feedback, and hope to welcome you back soon.
Sincerely
Jan van As
General Manager