The Monarch Hotel & Conference Center is an independently locally owned and operated full service hotel with 20,000 square feet of meeting and banquet space, restaurant and lounge. In 1985 the Monarch opened its doors. With the mission statement "to provide the hospitality that brings the guest back", the Monarch has played host to the same groups many times over the years.In 2004/05, the Monarch underwent a %244 million exterior/interior public area renovation. The new look is fresh and inviting. In 2006, new Serta%3F pillow top beds and upgraded linens were added to all 192 guest rooms.