The Monarch (building) was old and showed its age. Not dirty, not broken or dangerous in any way, just old and perhaps not very attractive. Can see the pool from the room. We didnt go but it looked better than I would have thought.
HOWEVER....The room itself was GORGEOUS! Clearly updated rather recently. Extremely clean and cozy. Bed was comfortable, the kitchenette was perfect. No, don't plan on cooking for a family of 5 but for a couple was fantastic. Bathroom very clean everything worked great.
Light supplies were provided. Some kitchen stuff, extra blanket, lots of towels made the stay very very comfortable.
The VIEW! Not oceanfront for sure. But not a peak-a-boo view either. Large unobstructed view of the ocean in the distance.
Id stay again FOR SURE!