Restored to its 1888 glory, and registered in the National Trust Historic Hotels of America, this Moorish castle-like landmark is a very special place to stay. With authentic period features and decor, you really will feel like you have taken a step back into yesteryear. This hotel was the hang-out of aristocracy and royalty; inside, it's all tapestries, velvet and chandeliers, with top-class dining and discreet service. It's in the heart of the Historic District, where you'll find boutiques, antique shops, museums and more. The Poseidon Spa is a great addition to this luxurious hotel and provides the perfect place for some relaxation and pampering. If the hotel itself isn't already enough, you've got access to the private Serenata Beach Club on pristine Ponte Vedra Beach, which is just a 15 minute drive away. Enjoy a day on the beach with your toes in the St Augustine coquina sand, or splashing around in the family pool before an oceanfront dinner.
Amenities
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Laundry Service
No Smoking
Restaurant
Room Service
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Valet parking
Where is it
In the heart of the historic district, a few steps from Matanzas Bay and a block from the shopping of St George Street.
Hotel information
138 rooms and suites on 5 floors in a Historic Building of St. Augustine, decorated with a Spanish baroque style. All with air-conditioning, flat-screen HDTV, radio, complimentary WiFi access, work desk, tea/coffee-making facilities with In-Room Starbucks® Coffee, safe, iron and ironing board, Signature Bathrobe, and hairdryer.
Standard Rooms offer views overlooking the rooftop or the pool, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults.
Premium Rooms are larger in size, featuring an additional seating area, mini fridge, and views of the Historic District or the pool, with either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 people.
Most of the town's attractions are within walking distance and the beaches are a 5-minute drive. Shuttle services to Serenata Beach Club. The hotel is a stop on the Old Town Trolley Tour® route. Valet parking*.
Cordova, Coastal Chophouse & Bar ( Chophouse classics, local seafood and fine wines all celebrating coastal cuisine with Moorish and Spanish influences). Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner. Starbucks®. Exclusive terrace dining experience (available to book on selected evenings, with set menu and wine pairing).
Outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi. 24-hour fitness centre. Grand Bohemian art gallery. Poseidon Spa*. Use of nearby Serenata Beach Club* at Ponte Vedra with adults-only pool, family pool, hot tub, complimentary parking, an options for oceanfront dining and drinks. Golf nearby at Palencia Golf Club*.
Complimentary WiFi access. Complimentary Champagne at Check-In. Laundry service*. Room service*. Valet parking $39 plus tax per day (payable locally, fee subject to change). Concierge.
This hotel has a resort fee of $25 plus tax per room, per night (payable locally, fee subject to change).
Resort fee includes:- Champagne arrival at check-in - All day shuttle service - High speed internet access. Resort fee inclusions are subject to availability and change.
*Denotes local charge
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Historic hotel in great location
Dec 22, 2024Vicky DBoca Raton, Florida
I really have gas. Monica is historic hotel set right in the center of the historic District of Saint Augustine in a perfect location forgetting everywhere. The staff was professional, helpful and very responsive to needs. Unfortunately, in the Christmas season, they were overrun with guests in the lobby check-in was like Grand Central Station.…
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I really have gas. Monica is historic hotel set right in the center of the historic District of Saint Augustine in a perfect location forgetting everywhere. The staff was professional, helpful and very responsive to needs. Unfortunately, in the Christmas season, they were overrun with guests in the lobby check-in was like Grand Central Station. The manager‘s name is Lori and she was wonderful. She helped us get a pedi cab to go around the town, which is the best way things. Return to Saint Augustine. We will stay at Casablanca again, but we will try to avoid the kinds of crowds we encounter maybe go during the week.
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Best in class, I totally love this hotel!
Dec 4, 2024Gloria WSt. Augustine, Florida
World class service. I travel a lot and this hotel exceeds in service in every area. It's in a busy area, but they still make sure that you are treated exemplary. You can walk everywhere. The security is also top notch you always feel safe. It may be a bit more than the other hotels there. Bu it's totally worth the experience. Especially…
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World class service. I travel a lot and this hotel exceeds in service in every area. It's in a busy area, but they still make sure that you are treated exemplary. You can walk everywhere. The security is also top notch you always feel safe. It may be a bit more than the other hotels there. Bu it's totally worth the experience. Especially around the holiday if you need to get your Christmas spirit on this is the place.
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Great place.
Dec 2, 2024Linda TSarasota, Florida
We loved Casa Monica. It was beautiful and great location. It was clean and the pillows were the way I like them. It had a very comfortable chair and ottoman in the room. Everyone was so nice. The restaurant was wonderful, I recommend you make a reservation to dine there. We were there when a wedding was taking place and lots of people. All…
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We loved Casa Monica. It was beautiful and great location. It was clean and the pillows were the way I like them. It had a very comfortable chair and ottoman in the room. Everyone was so nice. The restaurant was wonderful, I recommend you make a reservation to dine there. We were there when a wedding was taking place and lots of people. All of the tours we booked picked us up there. A lady dressed in the era of when it was built gave a tour of the hotel's history, but we were too tired to go. I would have love that.
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Great Welcome and Customer service
Nov 11, 2024Martin Y
Came back on my every week stay and Rain immediately remembered my name!?!? Very nice welcome ! He proceeded to take great care of my stay and was very professional. I look forward to my repeat visits. Thanks for the great customer service and great stay.
Wonderful Halloween
Nov 1, 2024Michael R
This is our second time visiting this property. The quality of service was exceptional and we enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Thank you Trent, at the front desk for a seamless check-in experience and making sure we were all settled in. Our keys somehow got deactivated and you were quick to resolve the issue. Dinner recommendations were on point-…
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This is our second time visiting this property. The quality of service was exceptional and we enjoyed our stay tremendously.
Thank you Trent, at the front desk for a seamless check-in experience and making sure we were all settled in. Our keys somehow got deactivated and you were quick to resolve the issue. Dinner recommendations were on point- he knows his stuff. I’d ask for him again to just get more information.
While waiting for our food delivery in the early hours of the morning in the lobby, we had some great chat with the bellman, Security Manager, and the Front desk Bob. They were all very knowledgeable of hotel history and were willing to chat while we waited. We were given waters, and even accommodated for a late check out which was a very nice effort! They shared information on a tour and we are looking forward for it tomorrow!
We can’t wait to return again in the future!
Happy Halloween!
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Historic hotel in great location
