The Monarch

4.0 star property

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Balcony view
TV, streaming services
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
4000 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
  • Scottsdale Stadium
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Scottsdale Fashion Square
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Camelback Mountain
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Phoenix, AZ (PHX-Sky Harbor Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Pool View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, Balcony

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Superior Room, Multiple Beds, Pool View (Superior King Room with Pool)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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About this property

The Monarch

4-star hotel in Old Town
Along with 2 outdoor pools, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a poolside bar, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
The Monarch offers 194 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a hot tub. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
The Monarch features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a hot tub, and a sauna. Dining options at the hotel include a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This Art Deco hotel also offers spa services, concierge services, and pool umbrellas. Limited onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis (surcharge).

The Monarch is a smoke-free property.

La Flora - Onsite restaurant.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • La Flora

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 9 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Streaming services
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A damage deposit of USD 100.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 15 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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 debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property will place a credit/debit card authorization of USD 50 per day for any incidentals that may occur during length of stay.
Property Registration Number 21357437

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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The Monarch Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 358 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The main entrance is about the nicest part. The elevator was broken and we had to walk pretty far to get to our floor. The passages on the way looked dilapidated and not well cared for and a little creepy. The room felt cheap and half way renovated. The bath tub was dirty and stained. Decent sleep because we were exhausted after driving all day but yeah - TERRIBLE IMPRESSION.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christina, Tacoma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is nothing like what’s advertised. If you’re traveling with children, I strongly recommend staying elsewhere. The promotional photos are misleading—they highlight a nice-looking lobby and pool area, but once you arrive, it becomes clear that the rest of the property is more like a rundown motel. The rooms and buildings appear neglected, catering more to a party crowd than families, with little regard for safety or cleanliness. The rooms are old, bare, and unlike any hotel we’ve ever stayed in. They didn’t have phones, for example, and the furniture and decor was limited. The carpeting in the corridors was torn and lifting, rust was visible throughout the property, and we even saw empty liquor and beer bottles scattered in the hallways. I didn’t feel safe—I used both the chain and deadbolt on the door and even placed a chair against it, as people were loudly coming and going all night and my room was along a busy road. I seriously considered leaving, as did another family traveling with us, but since we had already paid, we decided to stick it out. We frankly didn’t feel comfortable during our stay—find somewhere else if you can help it.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Shane

Liked: Room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cecilia

Liked: Staff & service
The location was nice and convenient. We liked that it was walking distance to shops and restaurants. The building was dated and the stairs are in need of a makeover. The lobby was much nicer than the rest of the hotel. The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL, OVIEDO

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryellen

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Keep up the good work !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Normandy Park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool facility and bar on the pool deck. Great walking distance to shopping and dining.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good place. Nice pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda, Olympia

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tamra

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location great. Very dated property. Room was clean but had broken luggage rack, no table or chairs, no phone, no clock, no table on balcony. Had to sit on bed so bed sides were broke down. Charged for parking. Didn't leave towels and left trash in bathroom sink. Won't be coming back. Shower was old and slippery.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri

Business traveler

Beautiful, but…

Housekeeping forgot to replenish coffee pods, coffee cups, removed used soap and did not replenish. Changed a couple towels but forgot hand towels. Very noisy. Street traffic and a hospital close by. Beautiful grounds, architecture and lighting. Beautiful pool, but definitely not for swimming. Too shallow. 4 ft at the center, 2 feet at the ends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Erika, Vancouver

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. Our room had an unfinished bathroom pocket door. Everything seemed to need a refresh. Bartender super nice and so was cleaning staff. All in all, we would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Joseph Theordore

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms dirty floors had toenails on them not cleaned at all bathroom had mildew on tile grout fan was so noisy and is so clogged with dirt it was un effective paint peeling shower had no pressure and was leaking I bought the package through Orbitz and they tried to charge me extra for parking I complained about it they said they would refund me but never got an email stating the refund. Coffee shop is posted opens at 6 no one was there many days till after 7 furniture was in rough shape old and peeling very limited no water available unless you go to water machine by ice machine and that is so disgusting and hasn't been cleaned or serviced in months the nozzles are so dirty. Overall I would never stay there again. Forget about no security and people coming in making very loud outbursts at 2 3 Up to 530 in the morning. i would not recommend this place if you want a good experience I will be staying across the street next year at the Hilton
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

suzanne

Traveled with family
Very close to old town, shopping and food close by. Rooms are old and getting run down.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great location if you plan to have a wild walkable night in Old town Scottsdale. The room was clean and updated. The pool area was nice. Could use a bit more updating on outside grounds. It es close to everything but nothing extravagant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Jake

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Autumn

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Brad

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lily, New Orleans

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025