Sandhya ResidencyvsThe Monarch
Both Sandhya Lodge and The Monarch Hotel are endorsed by those who travel for a living. Overall, Sandhya Lodge ranks marginally better than The Monarch Hotel. Sandhya Lodge is ranked #24 in Bangalore with recommendations from 1 reviewers including Lonely Planet.
Sandhya Residency
 Lonely Planet
#70, Subedar Chatram Road, Gandhinagar, Bangalore 560009, India
From $19/night
- Room Service
 - Restaurant
 - Free Parking
 - Business Center
 - Air Conditioning
 - Telephone
 
 "Functionality overrides comfort at this place with somewhat unimaginative rooms, but at least they’re tidy and the loos are well-scrubbed." 
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Try for a room on the upper floors; it gets brighter the higher you climb.
The Monarch
 Lonely Planet
54 Brigade Road, Bangalore 560001, India
From $57/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Free Breakfast
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 
 "The well-located and good-valued Monarch is a top midrange choice with super-comfy rooms that make the most of their innumerable facilities."