Kimpton Hotel Monaco is the downtown choice for travelers who want personality. It occupies a historic building in the heart of the central business district, and the design leans into the old structure with bold patterns, vivid colors, eclectic furnishings and a lobby that feels more like a stylish living room than a corporate foyer. Rooms mix comfort with flair, with high ceilings, large windows and the kind of details, a leopard print here, a striped wall there, that make the stay feel less generic than most hotel nights. The Kimpton brand is known for friendly service and for welcoming pets, which makes this one of the most dog-friendly places to stay in the city. The location is excellent for visitors who want to walk. Temple Square, City Creek Center, the Delta Center and a good number of restaurants and bars are within a short stroll, and light rail stops are close enough to make the airport and the university easy. The hotel also has a fitness center, an on-site restaurant and bar, and concierge help with everything from dinner reservations to ski logistics.
What sets a Kimpton apart is the attitude. Staff members are encouraged to be friendly and informal, and the result is a property that feels warm without being fussy. Many guests mention the comfortable beds, the quiet rooms and the helpful front desk. Hotel Monaco is also known for its approach to travelers with animals, welcoming dogs and cats at no extra charge for pet fees in many cases, though policies change, so check before you book. For couples and solo travelers who want to avoid a chain-hotel feel, it makes a pleasant base.
The building and its surroundings add character. Downtown Salt Lake has more historic architecture than visitors expect, and the blocks around the hotel offer a mix of early twentieth-century commercial buildings, new restaurants and old-fashioned bars. After a day of sightseeing, the on-site bar is a relaxed place to unwind, and the nearby streets have plenty of dinner options, from creative American cooking to Mexican, Asian and Italian. The hotel is a short walk from the Utah Jazz and Mammoth games and concerts at the Delta Center, which is a real advantage on event nights.
Practical sense
Rooms vary in size and layout because of the historic structure, so if you prefer more space, ask for a larger category or a suite. Street noise can reach lower floors on event nights, so request a higher floor if you are a light sleeper. Parking is typically valet and paid, and downtown garages are an alternative.
Rates are in the mid to upper range and vary with the ski season, conferences and big events. The hotel is a good value in spring and fall and a convenient base in winter, when you can ride a ski bus from nearby stops and spend your evenings in town.
Why stay here
- ✓Pet-friendly policies
- ✓On-site restaurant and bar
- ✓Fitness center
- ✓Historic downtown building
- ✓Concierge service
- ✓Walkable to Temple Square
- ✓Close to light rail
- ✓Meeting spaces
Good questions
Is the Hotel Monaco pet friendly?+
Kimpton hotels are known for welcoming pets. Policies and fees can change, so confirm the details when you reserve.
How close is it to Temple Square?+
A short walk through the downtown blocks, with City Creek Center and the Delta Center also within easy reach.
Are rooms quiet?+
Generally yes, but lower floors can hear street noise on event nights. Ask for a higher floor if you are a light sleeper.