Local Reviews
In May 2016, Phillip M said about St Pierre Park Hotel
Upon arrival to the Hotel we were greeted by the friendly and courteous operations manager, Shaun McSomething, who showed us to the front desk for a seamless check in. Dutch, A young Swedish trainee offered to assist us with our bags, which was a nice and professional touch.
The room (256) was clean, with a balcony which was a lovely suntrap in the late afternoon that overlooked a small park and the lake which was pleasant. The room its self had a large very comfortable bed, plenty of space and a snazzy coffee machine, what else!. The bathroom was also nice, the water pressure in the shower was perfect. the only downside to the room was the noisy occupant in 254 (I wouldn't dare to dream what he was up to) but as we spent very little time in the room, I won't hold that against the hotel!. On the first night I wasn't impressed the pillow but by the second night my head and neck had adjusted and I had what could only be described as an adequate and full nights sleep.
The breakfast options were extensive, I particularly enjoyed gluten free chocolate flavoured rice puffs. full cooked and continental breakfast options were available with the expected choices of tea, coffee, juices etc. The service could have been slightly quicker but I was never in a rush.
One of my personal highlights were the complimentary mints, sweets and postcards that were available from reception. Its the little extras that count.
I conclusion I would come back in a heart beat, if invited................or welcome
The room (256) was clean, with a balcony which was a lovely suntrap in the late afternoon that overlooked a small park and the lake which was pleasant. The room its self had a large very comfortable bed, plenty of space and a snazzy coffee machine, what else!. The bathroom was also nice, the water pressure in the shower was perfect. the only downside to the room was the noisy occupant in 254 (I wouldn't dare to dream what he was up to) but as we spent very little time in the room, I won't hold that against the hotel!. On the first night I wasn't impressed the pillow but by the second night my head and neck had adjusted and I had what could only be described as an adequate and full nights sleep.
The breakfast options were extensive, I particularly enjoyed gluten free chocolate flavoured rice puffs. full cooked and continental breakfast options were available with the expected choices of tea, coffee, juices etc. The service could have been slightly quicker but I was never in a rush.
One of my personal highlights were the complimentary mints, sweets and postcards that were available from reception. Its the little extras that count.
I conclusion I would come back in a heart beat, if invited................or welcome
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In May 2016, Nick P said about St Pierre Park Hotel
A very pleasant hotel, near to the centre of St Peter Port,. Clean, tidy very comfortable with very helpful staff. The food was also top class. The only downside was very few rooms had walk in showers, which if your mobility is impaired is a bit tricky.
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In May 2016, Vonnybag said about St Pierre Park Hotel
Brilliant understated very tasteful hotel. Staff very attentive to client needs. Excellent choice for breakfast. Bar meals good value for money. Room ample size . On a bus route to the town . Would definitely stay again. Had swimming pool which was a good size together with a steam room. Work was being done near by in the hotel but that did not affect your swim. Also there was a nice walk around the grounds and a small children's play area.
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In May 2016, Sam M said about St Pierre Park Hotel
All I can say is fantastic had a brilliant time at the hotel staff were very helpful and friendly, breakfast and food brilliant, room great couldn't ask for better keep up the good work!! Stopped for 4 nights and will definitely be returning. Location good on local bus route, had spa treatments while there and can't wait to see the new spa that was due to open day of leaving
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In May 2016, cmwUk said about St Pierre Park Hotel
This is a high spec hotel ideal for a quiet and relaxing weekend. A mature party of travellers did not appreciate the fire alarm being set off apparently accidentally by a member of staff at 2.30 in the morning to be followed the next night by not one but two discos at either end of the hotel with loud beat music till midnight. This ruined what should have been a delightful weekend with all amenities in beautiful surroundings. The hotel needs to decide who it is trying to appeal to and not give the impression of a peaceful retreat when this is not the case.
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In May 2016, Bob1949 said about St Pierre Park Hotel
We had two nights at the St. Pierre Park with a group of friends. On arrival, check in took an age as there were only two people checking in a large number of people whilst managers sat in the background failing to come front of house. We had booked an Executive room but when we saw it, it was anything but. Small, too much furniture and strangely, a small balcony that you could hardly get onto as it had a table and one chair that filled the space. Far from the relaxing place for two of you to sit overlooking the gardens! At Reception we were told that all the balconies on the top floor were like this.
Reluctantly, they changed our room and we were given a more pleasant room with a larger balcony on the same floor as Reception so at least you could sit on it. We had a meal in the evening and the food wasn't good. My wife and I had the feta cheese with peppers that was ill thought out with large slices of feta and not much else. For the main course I had steak that was tough and my wife had scallops that were the only scallops that she said she had ever tried to eat that were very gritty and most unpleasant. Pudding couldn't really go wrong as we had chosen cheese.
The highlight of the stay was the breakfasts that were served in a pleasant dining room with plenty of choice and you had the option of freshly cooked omelettes or such things as haddock and poached eggs. No complaints about breakfast except that you often had to stand around waiting to be shown to your table as staff were off doing other things.
The first night we were treated to a fire alarm at approximately 2.30am. I went to Reception to see what was going on and was told we could vacate 'if we wanted to'!! We decided not to and sat on our balcony for the duration as we were on the ground floor and could easily get to the gardens. No-one seemed to know what was going on and it transpired we weren't the only ones who didn't vacate and no roll call was seemingly taken to see who was still in their rooms - lessons to be learnt there.
The second night's buffet meal was better than the first but be warned that wine is £10.50p a large glass for run of the mill Pinot Grigio. Three glasses each came in an £63 - ouch!
The second night saw our function upstairs, another function in the basement and two wedding parties with loud music. This was due to finish at midnight and in fairness it did but I sat on my balcony for the last 20 minutes whilst the music played as there was little point in trying to sleep whilst the discos were in operation. Some of our group said that once the discos finished they were kept awake until about 2.30am as staff cleared one of the wedding venues and set up with tables and chairs for breakfast the next day.
Management needs to take a closer look at detail, bedside lights that weren't working due to blown bulbs, unswept balconies, flowers beds on balconies that look to have woody geraniums and little else from last summer that all gives a feeling of lack of attention to detail.
Would we return to the St. Pierre Park, no and I know that others in our group felt the same. Disappointing and I can't say I was impressed.
Reluctantly, they changed our room and we were given a more pleasant room with a larger balcony on the same floor as Reception so at least you could sit on it. We had a meal in the evening and the food wasn't good. My wife and I had the feta cheese with peppers that was ill thought out with large slices of feta and not much else. For the main course I had steak that was tough and my wife had scallops that were the only scallops that she said she had ever tried to eat that were very gritty and most unpleasant. Pudding couldn't really go wrong as we had chosen cheese.
The highlight of the stay was the breakfasts that were served in a pleasant dining room with plenty of choice and you had the option of freshly cooked omelettes or such things as haddock and poached eggs. No complaints about breakfast except that you often had to stand around waiting to be shown to your table as staff were off doing other things.
The first night we were treated to a fire alarm at approximately 2.30am. I went to Reception to see what was going on and was told we could vacate 'if we wanted to'!! We decided not to and sat on our balcony for the duration as we were on the ground floor and could easily get to the gardens. No-one seemed to know what was going on and it transpired we weren't the only ones who didn't vacate and no roll call was seemingly taken to see who was still in their rooms - lessons to be learnt there.
The second night's buffet meal was better than the first but be warned that wine is £10.50p a large glass for run of the mill Pinot Grigio. Three glasses each came in an £63 - ouch!
The second night saw our function upstairs, another function in the basement and two wedding parties with loud music. This was due to finish at midnight and in fairness it did but I sat on my balcony for the last 20 minutes whilst the music played as there was little point in trying to sleep whilst the discos were in operation. Some of our group said that once the discos finished they were kept awake until about 2.30am as staff cleared one of the wedding venues and set up with tables and chairs for breakfast the next day.
Management needs to take a closer look at detail, bedside lights that weren't working due to blown bulbs, unswept balconies, flowers beds on balconies that look to have woody geraniums and little else from last summer that all gives a feeling of lack of attention to detail.
Would we return to the St. Pierre Park, no and I know that others in our group felt the same. Disappointing and I can't say I was impressed.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2015, Wibbs5 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We have just returned from spending a celebratory few days at this hotel. Our Silver wedding and a friends birthday.
This hotel boast efficient friendly staff with all the little extras you didn't even know you needed. If you didn't NEED them you certainly would appreciate them i.e. complimentary iced tea and sweetie jar selections, turndown service including little treats. Even provided suncream if you were languishing by the pool.
The hotel breakfast was second to none. I have a some food intolerances and the staff were able to cope with my needs beautifully.
The hotel is flamboyantly decorated which made us smile.
We loved this hotel and can't wait to return.
This hotel boast efficient friendly staff with all the little extras you didn't even know you needed. If you didn't NEED them you certainly would appreciate them i.e. complimentary iced tea and sweetie jar selections, turndown service including little treats. Even provided suncream if you were languishing by the pool.
The hotel breakfast was second to none. I have a some food intolerances and the staff were able to cope with my needs beautifully.
The hotel is flamboyantly decorated which made us smile.
We loved this hotel and can't wait to return.
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In May 2015, Gerald VJ said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We moved here from the Old Government House Hotel and we have had an excellent stay. The room is large with a super king sized bed, sofa and three easy chairs. Wifi was fast, breakfast good and the afternoon tea fabulous. Five sandwiches, five cakes and two scones - thank heavens we just ordered ken to share. The decoration in the public rooms is slightly bizarre being a mix between South African big game hunting and New Romantics but this is a good hotel. The walk into town was good and the hotel very quiet.
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In June 2015, Christine C said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
This was our fourth visit to The Duke of Richmond and it's just as lovely as ever. The 'literally' bit of this review title refers to the exotic nature of the bedroom furnishing. This time our room was black and white: a heavily patterned wallpaper, black chandelier and crystal chest of drawers, table and lots of ornamented mirrors. The first impression was a bit Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen or tart's boudoir but actually one got used to it and it was super clean, light and comfortable. The breakfast is wonderful. People don't seem to eat the homemade Bircher muesli as rapidly as they might but it's highly recommended and one can put nuts, seeds, dried or fresh fruit on it as well. The scrambled egg and smoked salmon comes with enough smoked salmon to feed a small family and the only drawback of the traditional English from our point of view is no black pudding. Not sure why they give you so little coffee in your individual pot but there's no problem about filling up. We only ate in the Leopard restaurant on our first night, a Monday, and there did seem to be a few issues such as being kept waiting rather a long time in the bar with the menus and only being shown the Specials Board after someone came to take our order. Another couple who took themselves through to the restaurant without waiting to be seated were hauled back into the bar even though the restaurant was by no means full. However, the bar is comfortable and dishes of nuts, popcorn and wasabi peas are supplied with the drinks. The popcorn was flavoured with sweet chilli and better than that in the bar at the Old Government House [OGH] (same group - Red Carnation - but twice the price) where we also went for a drink on two evenings, which was just plain. A nice thing about the Duke of Richmond is how helpful most of the staff are. Front of House are great and they'll print out your boarding pass for the return flight with no hassle, or book you a restaurant in the town. There's the odd grumpy face from one or two of the young ladies on the breakfast service but generally everyone is niceness itself. We didn't use the pool this time as the weather wasn't brilliant. It's a short walk down to the harbour though the Candie Gardens and past the OGH then down past some shops. Uphill, of course, back - but manageable; St Peter Port is just like that. This is definitely our hotel of choice now.
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In June 2015, aymestrey said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
A group of 14 friends all arrived from Shropshire/Hereford to stay for the weekend. A lively bunch determined to have fun. And fun they had the service at the hotel was superb nothing was too much trouble and the staff were attentive to just the perfect degree. They each had a sense of humor too - something often so lacking in many smart places!
It is not easy to please everyone but I think you cracked this one - the weather meant they could enjoy the terrace and pool too. So thank you to th lovely staff for helping my friends to feel so welcome.
It is not easy to please everyone but I think you cracked this one - the weather meant they could enjoy the terrace and pool too. So thank you to th lovely staff for helping my friends to feel so welcome.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk