Monalisa Hotel

Hotels
7.7 (23 reviews)
La Marina rd, North West on B8 , Mtwapa , ke

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services
Noise from nearby clubs
Room maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Guests appreciated the cleanliness of the hotel, with some minor mentions of cleanliness issues.
Service
7.1
Positive feedback on staff friendliness and professionalism, although there were some complaints about responsiveness to issues.
Location
8
The hotel's location was praised for its proximity to key areas, but noise from nearby clubs was a concern for some guests.
Room Quality
6.8
Mixed reviews on room quality, with mentions of spacious rooms and comfortable beds, but also complaints about room maintenance.
Amenities
7.2
Satisfactory amenities, but some guests noted the lack of certain services like spa facilities.
Value for Money
6.9
Mixed opinions on pricing, with some guests feeling it was reasonable given the location while others found it too high for the service offered.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and dining services received positive feedback overall, with some suggestions for more variety.
Overall Experience
7.5
Most guests had a pleasant overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-30 04:36

Property Description

Roof Top Swimming Pool and Bar

Enjoy a refreshing swim with a view at Monalisa Hotel's rooftop swimming pool, followed by a relaxing drink at the rooftop bar.

Individually Decorated Rooms with Balcony

Experience comfort and style in each uniquely decorated room, complete with a private balcony, barbecue facilities, and a flat-screen TV for your entertainment.

Delicious Dining Options

Indulge in a daily breakfast buffet and savor international and African dishes for lunch and dinner. Unwind with cocktails on the rooftop terrace as you watch the sunset.

Book your stay at Monalisa Hotel now to experience these fantastic amenities and more!

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 4 years old to 12 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.7
Based on 23 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 7.1
Location: 8
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 7.2
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 7.5
G
Georg solo_traveller at
10
2025-08-26 via Nuitee
S
stephen solo_traveller ke
8
Pros:

Fine

Cons:

Should consider having a swimming pool

2025-07-12 via Nuitee
A
Alexander review category business travellers ke
6
Pleasant
Pros:

Spacious room

Cons:

The size of the birth room

2025-05-30 via Nuitee
M
Mugai with friends ke
4
A lot needs to be done to improve the hotel.
Pros:

Most of staff are very nice and friendly. Special thanks to Njeri the manager very professional and fixed every complain we had the following day. She is the reason I stayed I wanted to check out look for another hotel. Also appreciate Yaa the waiter very friendly,Irene at front desk she did her best when we checked in with nothing work, also appreciate the housekeeping lady very nice and friendly. The hotel location perfect. I like their breakfast.

Cons:

Upon checking ac and fun not working, was given one bed instead of two because the hoteI staff believe if there are two people it's always a couple had room change unfortunately one of the mattress was terrible they changed it the following day, there was no hot shower but fixed the following day,the tv not working they changed it the following day.There were no bathroom mat so the water was flooding on the floor but they brought one after informing the front desk.The pool needs to be cleaned doesn't look good. Peter was very defensive when we told him about the problems we encountered almost blaming us we didn't tell them we were two women when we made the reservation to him when two people book a room he believes it's a man and a woman.

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
P
Parin solo traveller ke
9
Superb
Pros:

The hotel was clean and friendly staff.

Cons:

The noise from nearby clubs at night.

2025-02-02 via Nuitee
T
Thomas young couple gb
7
Good
Pros:

Good location nice place and staff overall very accommodating.

2025-01-31 via Nuitee
H
Herbert solo traveller at
6
Pleasant
Pros:

The girls of cleaning and of reception

Cons:

The breakfast

2024-12-30 via Nuitee
R
Royalty solo traveller ke
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The staff were very friendly and welcoming,,,, their breakfast was delicious and enough,,the receptionist was very friendly,,,,they value your money

2024-12-20 via Nuitee
S
Stephen young couple ke
8
Very good
2024-12-19 via Nuitee
D
Dan solo traveller ke
7
Good
2024-12-16 via Nuitee
P
Patrick group ke
8
Great
Pros:

The staff attitude was good, the roof top pool & restaurant

Cons:

Nothing

2024-11-11 via Nuitee
G
Gakunju solo traveller ke
1
Worst experience
Pros:

The location is very convenient.

Cons:

1.No remote for the tv
2.Room telephone not working,had to spend my airtime to make enquiries or place order.
3.Non of the staff bothered to take me through the guests convinence and what the guest list is like.
4.During check out they did not offer me a place to freshen up as I had left very early in the morning for meetings.
When I came back I was directed to the swimming pool facilities where they turned off the water in the shower so I did not even freshen up.
5.On my second night my food took 2hours and it's a la carte.on enquiries they told me they are busy and I have to wait.
For a hospitality Professional like me I dare not recommend anyone who is either a professional or into value for money in this establishment.They need to operate like a hotel with professional staff otherwise they are just out of business.

As for in dining they offer you what they want not what the guest wants.I wonder if they even consider guests with Allergens and who are food intolerant.

For breakfast I do not take tea or coffee or hot beverages in a place like the Coast but requested instead to have water and I was charged water all through during my breakfast .I thought they should complement and substitute.
Out of ten I give 2

2024-11-04 via Nuitee
S
Solutions solo traveller ke
8
Very good
2024-10-26 via Nuitee
P
Philip solo traveller ke
9
Superb
Pros:

The Staff, the rooftop Restaurant

2024-10-25 via Nuitee
P
Priscilla solo traveller ke
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The hotel was awesome, and the staff was friendly and top on their work. The room was magnificent. Located is a suitable place. Ambience excellent.

Cons:

I loved everything.

2024-10-14 via Nuitee
J
Joel review category business travellers ke
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The rooms are very clean, the staff very friendly. The breakfast was also good. I can recommend it

2024-06-08 via Nuitee
K
Kuti solo traveller hu
6
Pleasant
Pros:

The location is central. Room was tidy, big enough, cleaned daily, AC, fan, hot water worked. Value for money.

Cons:

The breakfast was written as buffet. It is misleading. Just a modest one, egg different style, a small sausage, toast, tea, a small glass of juice and a small plate of fruits. Perhaps they have buffet only when there are many guests in peak season.
The rooftop pool is useful to chill down, however must be cleaned more often. Beware of pickpockets!

2024-05-19 via Nuitee
R
Robert review category business travellers ke
9
Awesome
Pros:

Friendly staff..

2024-05-13 via Nuitee
K
Kenneth family with young children ke
10
Excellent customer service
Pros:

The Hotel is extremely smart, clean and with Welcoming staff right from the reception, The hotel room is extremely clean and with excellent air conditioning.

When at the hotel, Ensure you Visit every smiling Mary The pool bar attendant who serves you with smiling face and kneen to details.She ensure you are comfortable and well taken care off.
No complaints for the stay and definitely shall come back soon.

Cons:

Should slightly improve in the Room TV.

2024-04-30 via Nuitee
F
Felister review category business travellers ke
9
Pleasant
Pros:

The staff was very friendly especially the receptionist.
The location is central to Mtwapa Town, accessibility is good.
Value for money.
Perfect for a staycation.
Definitely booking again soon.

Cons:

Buffering Wi-Fi.

2024-04-02 via Nuitee