Local Reviews
In December 2010, Chrisgoguelin said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
When I state at the duke of Richmond I was welcomed by the reception staff, taken care of and showed where my room was. All of the staff are very friendly and they can help with most things, even helping you get somewhere in guernsey. The quality of the rooms were excellent, very clean, tidy and comfortable.
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In October 2012, B F said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I had an excellent stay here last week. I had a recently renovated room and whilst small (it was a standard room) it was beautifully decorated and very comfortable. Small touches such as the chocolate on the bed and slippers left at nighttime were really lovely. The main hotel area was also beautifully decorated, 1920s Parisian chic in style. The breakfast was delicious, very fresh and lots of it and the staff were very welcoming and accomodating. All in all, I would wholeheartedly recommend and will hopefully return in future. The picture of the front of the hotel is rather misleading as it looks bigger and more anonymous than it is inside. The more recent pictures of th renovations are accurate.
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In October 2012, ggmm2 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I have eaten here on a number of occasions, but for business and pleasure. What can I say? The service is good, but when you are eating they come at you like flies (they could learn quite a bit from the OGH, much more understated), the french manager (used to work for Mora) is very good, the other lady (no clue on the name, long straight brown hair with big highlights) in a suit not very friendly, the other staff not bad. The chicken (they call it "to die for" on the menu, ummm) is not very good, very bland, and the chicken from Waitrose down the road is better (Actually I don't know a single person who has been there who disagrees with me on the chicken, why call it to die for??? Really??). They really should be shot over their butternut squash ravioli, the pasta is sooo thick!! the chef should be fired just because of that, it is the worst butternut squash ravioli I have ever tasted. The food is OK, I think one expects OGH quality food (as we are charged OGH food prices), but the food just isn't as good.
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In October 2012, chestertravellers2 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We have stayed in Guernsey many times the purpose of our visit is to see an aunt who lives in St Peter Port - we have never stayed at The Duke of Richmond. After making our booking we read with interest all the positive comments of other reviews and were really looking forward to our stay we were definitely not disappointed this hotel exceeded expectations thats why we are at a loss to now read a previous comment "Leopards Bar" as it certainly does not portray the hotel management and staff in the right image.
We stayed for 6 nights our room was a standard one small but very comfortable both bedroom and bathroom were very clean we appreciated houskeeping returning in the evening to turn down the bed clean the bathroom leave us fresh towels and the occasional chocolate on our pillow ( so many nice touches throughout our stay).
We new the hotel had been refurbishment and it really looks good but for us the staff made our stay memorable everyone we came into contact with was so pleasant and polite always smiled and were always helpful nothing at all was any trouble. Dining in the restaurant was a lovely experience both for breakfast (so much choice and beautifully cooked) and dinner the food was excellent and very well presented. The staff new their product and in the bar had a good knowledge of the drinks available.
We are already looking forward to our next visit to Guernsey and our second stay at The Duke of Richmond. Thank you for looking after us so well.
We stayed for 6 nights our room was a standard one small but very comfortable both bedroom and bathroom were very clean we appreciated houskeeping returning in the evening to turn down the bed clean the bathroom leave us fresh towels and the occasional chocolate on our pillow ( so many nice touches throughout our stay).
We new the hotel had been refurbishment and it really looks good but for us the staff made our stay memorable everyone we came into contact with was so pleasant and polite always smiled and were always helpful nothing at all was any trouble. Dining in the restaurant was a lovely experience both for breakfast (so much choice and beautifully cooked) and dinner the food was excellent and very well presented. The staff new their product and in the bar had a good knowledge of the drinks available.
We are already looking forward to our next visit to Guernsey and our second stay at The Duke of Richmond. Thank you for looking after us so well.
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In November 2012, JohnLennonsEar said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Have stayed here twice now since it has been refurbished and I have to say the hotel is lovely.
Staff are excellent and very friendly but can be a bit eager at times. This is no bad thing, as I'd prefer staff to acknowledge rather than ignore!
Rooms are bright, spacious and enjoy all the mod cons and a whole lot more. The chocolates at night time are a nice touch.
The food is excellent in the Leopard bar, especially the Rotisserie chicken.
Staff are excellent and very friendly but can be a bit eager at times. This is no bad thing, as I'd prefer staff to acknowledge rather than ignore!
Rooms are bright, spacious and enjoy all the mod cons and a whole lot more. The chocolates at night time are a nice touch.
The food is excellent in the Leopard bar, especially the Rotisserie chicken.
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In November 2012, mark_spu said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The Duke of Richmond just got a well deserved 8.3/10 review in the Times. I stayed for a couple of days this week and whilst I can't comment on the refurbishment having not seen it before the makeover, I can comment on the service...which was excellent from the front desk, bar and restaurant. They couldn't do enough to help. Good job!
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In August 2014, Tim M said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
While in Guernsey for business I had the pleasure of staying at the Duke of Richmond for an extended period of time. I enjoyed the experience immensely and could not have been more pleased with the accommodations. The room was very well kept, comfortable and always clean upon my return from work. The front desk staff were always very pleasant and accommodating for any needs from booking a taxi to recommending dining options. The restaurant onsite was a very enjoyable experience that I took advantage of on several occasions during my stay. It is beautifully situated on the hilltop overlooking Cambridge Park steps away from Candie Gardens and the beautiful museum there rich with the history of Guernsey. Look no further than the Duke of Richmond for your stay in Guernsey. It is top notch!
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In September 2014, JOWYATT said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I wanted to write a review as we are locals who visit the Duke of Richmond regularly. We often pop in for a relaxed lunch, an afternoon glass of wine, Saturday or sunday lunch or whatever takes our fancy and we are always greeted with warmth and kindness at every visit. We are spoilt in Guernsey for our restaurants and bars and I often think our hotels are overlooked as places you can dine in or just pop in for a drink in luxurious surroundings We love the DOR so much we even spent a fabulous New Years Eve there last year stayed the night with our children as well. I am thrilled to see they are offering last minute deals that will suit us locals and know that if we had some notice my husband and I would ask the grandparents to have the children overnight so we could enjoy spending a romantic night away without the hassle of flights! The food is great, the staff without exception have been nothing but friendly and gracious and when we have bought the children with us they have been treated as friends not a nuisance very much the European way and of course part of the red carnation groups philosophy on the children being as important as the adults. After all they are the future generation of Red Carnation guests. If you are non local and thinking of staying you couldn't find a better place. Based on the outskirts of town (just a short stroll from town) with the added benefit of right next door to the park there is no need for a car and kids can run around in the park. Would thoroughly recommend the place. Thanks to Lukas, Orlando, Olga the list of all our friends there (now we have been there so often) is too big to mention. Just as an after thought, our son broke his leg in the spring and was in a wheelchair and the staff carried him to the table signed his cast and made him feel like a king, where previously he had felt embarrassed by his situation. Really nothing is too much trouble for this hotel so whatever your situation give them a go I don't think you will be disappointed. Thanks and see you all soon. Jo, Tim, Edward, Henry and Monty
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In September 2014, Cam B said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Recently had the pleasure of 3 nights at the DOR. The staff were very helpful and the added extras really made the stay special. Having stayed at a sister red carnation hotel in London last year, our expectations were high but we were not disappointed! The only niggle was a mix up with the airport transfer they had offered to arrange, however this was rectified quickly and appropriately. Strong thanks to Carina and her waiters as well as the girls at reception for your outstanding service!
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In August 2015, CAVA56 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just returned from this wonderful hotel. All the staff are very helpful & friendly. The restaurant staff work extremely hard & nothing is too much trouble. Olga especially deserves a mention. She works so hard, keeping the restaurant running smoothly.
Our bedroom was on top floor overlooking Candie Gardens & had a great view of the harbour.
Bathroom was very modern & clean. Housekeeping staff work very efficiently to keep the room clean.
Well done to all.
Our bedroom was on top floor overlooking Candie Gardens & had a great view of the harbour.
Bathroom was very modern & clean. Housekeeping staff work very efficiently to keep the room clean.
Well done to all.
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