The Arthur Blair Historic Inn

Property class: 3.5

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a door with a decorative handle.
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A historic inn with a prominent red and white facade, a front porch with a bench, and a sign indicating its establishment in 1887.
A room with a piano, multiple chairs, a round table with a teapot, and a large mirror.
A room with a patterned wallpaper, a wooden desk with a lamp, a chair, and a green cushioned armchair.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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508 S Ivy Ave, Monrovia, CA, 91016
  • Place, Monrovia City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Recreation Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Monrovia Historical Museum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 315 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Double Room, Accessible Bathtub, Ground Floor

  • Garden view
  • 370 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Terrace

  • Garden view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 380 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Premium Loft, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

  • Garden view
  • 750 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Cottage, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchenette

  • Garden view
  • 1130 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Monrovia

Monrovia Historical Museum is a short stroll from The Arthur Blair Historic Inn, and other popular attractions like City Of Hope Hospital - Duarte are within a few miles (5 km). This 12-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Monrovia City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Recreation Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Monrovia Historical Museum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens - 19 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Rose Bowl Stadium - 22 min drive - 12.0 miles

Getting around

  • Monrovia Station - 3 min drive
  • El Monte Station - 11 min drive
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪J B Burgers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪San Fernando Coffee Company - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jake's Roadhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grey & Cash - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Yogurtland - ‬9 min walk

About this property

The Arthur Blair Historic Inn

At The Arthur Blair Historic Inn, guests have access to an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Helpful staff is there to provide luggage storage, as well as offer insight about the area. Additional amenities include free use of bicycles, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. 3 bathrooms, fans, and desks are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 15 to 45 for adults and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Piano

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • High chair
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

There is no front desk at this property

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 45 for adults, and USD 10 to 25 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number Not Required by City

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

This hotel is located in Monrovia, just steps from Monrovia City Hall. You'll also find Santa Anita Park and The Shops at Santa Anita within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

As of Sep 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn on Sep 11, 2026 start from $213, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Will I be able to park at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does The Arthur Blair Historic Inn have a casino on the premises?

No, The Arthur Blair Historic Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 9:00 PM.

Is The Arthur Blair Historic Inn good for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including champagne service as well as a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

Does The Arthur Blair Historic Inn have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Arthur Blair Historic Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Arthur Blair Historic Inn serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Arthur Blair Historic Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn for a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night.

Does The Arthur Blair Historic Inn have connecting rooms available?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

The closest major airport to The Arthur Blair Historic Inn is Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), which is 24 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT), which is located 29.3 mi away (46-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony and a patio where guests can enjoy garden views.

Does The Arthur Blair Historic Inn host weddings?

Take advantage of the wedding venue at The Arthur Blair Historic Inn if you plan to say "I do" during your trip.

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