Local Reviews
In August 2016, Mike C said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just back home after celebrating our 30th Wedding Anniversary at the DoR. Really glad we chose this hotel for our first trip to Guernsey, professional knowledgeable staff who all (without exception) clearly know how to make you feel welcome, from the front desk to the dining room and everywhere in between!
Breakfast was just superb, I like a 'Full English' and it didn't dissapoint! There's also a Continental Option with something to suit everyone.
Although we were not in the hotel most of the day as busy out exploring the Island, it was lovely to come back to a secluded heated pool for the last few hours of sunshine.
Easy to get to this hotel from the Airport, there's the bus into the nearby town, but a taxi is just 10 pounds and the taxi drivers are friendly and entertaining!
The hotel is at the top of a hill, which for us was not a problem as we're pretty fit (well we are now!) And the walk down is through the very pretty Candie Gardens, the walk back up is somewhat slower but a great way to work off all the over indulgence! Taxi would only be a few pounds and the hotel really is ideally located.
Will we go back? I very much hope so.......
Breakfast was just superb, I like a 'Full English' and it didn't dissapoint! There's also a Continental Option with something to suit everyone.
Although we were not in the hotel most of the day as busy out exploring the Island, it was lovely to come back to a secluded heated pool for the last few hours of sunshine.
Easy to get to this hotel from the Airport, there's the bus into the nearby town, but a taxi is just 10 pounds and the taxi drivers are friendly and entertaining!
The hotel is at the top of a hill, which for us was not a problem as we're pretty fit (well we are now!) And the walk down is through the very pretty Candie Gardens, the walk back up is somewhat slower but a great way to work off all the over indulgence! Taxi would only be a few pounds and the hotel really is ideally located.
Will we go back? I very much hope so.......
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, Gabriela S said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Having returned the 25th time to the DOR it again was a wonderful stay in all ways. The hotel is well maintained, the friendliness of the staff fantastic. Especially the restaurant and bar are very well taken care of by Olga, Orlando and their teams.
As the sun was shining nearly all three weeks, my vacations have been very relaxing and also diversified. The meeting of interesting people in the DOR is also an important base of a marvelous holiday. I already look forward to my next trip and hope to meet everybody again in good health.
As the sun was shining nearly all three weeks, my vacations have been very relaxing and also diversified. The meeting of interesting people in the DOR is also an important base of a marvelous holiday. I already look forward to my next trip and hope to meet everybody again in good health.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, AdelaideAnna said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We stayed for 5 nights in August, felt very much at home and thoroughly enjoyed it.
LOCATION:
A 5-10 minute walk downhill to St Peter Port high street and the harbour (ferries, etc). (and a walk uphill on the way back!). We enjoyed this, and the superb views, but if you want to be right in the heart of the high street, I think the Old Government House (sister hotel) would be the go.
ROOM:
We had a nice spacious room, 315. Quiet, we slept beautifully, and lots of natural light during the day. My two children were with me so we had an extra bed, this all worked well.
Amenities were average but the junior suites have L'Occitane which I love (suite envy!). There is a comical 60s hairdryer in the bathroom but a good one in the wardrobe.
We didn't have much of a mini-bar, which was fine. Nescafe coffee sachets - I would prefer a French Press or some other option, but was able to get a good coffee in the bar so all fine.
BAR and RESTAURANT:
The bar is lovely and cosy, ideal for cooler months. In August though we loved being out on the terrace and ate here as often as we could. Breakfast was lovely in the atrium (or outside), a generous buffet and excellent cooked breakfast - I had the eggs and bacon and the kids loved the pancakes. Seafood is a specialty so we had this for dinner often, with a good kids menu also. Desserts were beautifully executed, almost too fancy (Eton Mess was a work of art, with flowers, raspberry sorbet and tiny meringues, a fair leap from the simple 'mess' of strawberries, cream and meringues). The Guernsey butter and cream is exceptional, so we ate it whenever we could! The cream tea with scones was beautiful. They also do an amazing-looking high tea.
Special mention to Olga who does a great job running the restaurant, and Krisztina, super friendly and helpful. Some of the staff look a little tentative, hopefully time and/or training will give the bustling efficiency needed.
POOL
We were lucky enough to have good swimming weather - the pool is lovely, a little tucked away but works well. It's not staffed, but occasionally a staff-member will come and fill up the water and provide towels. Suited us well.
RECEPTION
All the Reception staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating. My husband has been staying at the hotel for some months (!) so that probably helps as they know him well, but even still I found them invariably polite and they've been with the hotel for some time which I always think is a good sign.
Overall a great place to stay and enjoy Guernsey.
LOCATION:
A 5-10 minute walk downhill to St Peter Port high street and the harbour (ferries, etc). (and a walk uphill on the way back!). We enjoyed this, and the superb views, but if you want to be right in the heart of the high street, I think the Old Government House (sister hotel) would be the go.
ROOM:
We had a nice spacious room, 315. Quiet, we slept beautifully, and lots of natural light during the day. My two children were with me so we had an extra bed, this all worked well.
Amenities were average but the junior suites have L'Occitane which I love (suite envy!). There is a comical 60s hairdryer in the bathroom but a good one in the wardrobe.
We didn't have much of a mini-bar, which was fine. Nescafe coffee sachets - I would prefer a French Press or some other option, but was able to get a good coffee in the bar so all fine.
BAR and RESTAURANT:
The bar is lovely and cosy, ideal for cooler months. In August though we loved being out on the terrace and ate here as often as we could. Breakfast was lovely in the atrium (or outside), a generous buffet and excellent cooked breakfast - I had the eggs and bacon and the kids loved the pancakes. Seafood is a specialty so we had this for dinner often, with a good kids menu also. Desserts were beautifully executed, almost too fancy (Eton Mess was a work of art, with flowers, raspberry sorbet and tiny meringues, a fair leap from the simple 'mess' of strawberries, cream and meringues). The Guernsey butter and cream is exceptional, so we ate it whenever we could! The cream tea with scones was beautiful. They also do an amazing-looking high tea.
Special mention to Olga who does a great job running the restaurant, and Krisztina, super friendly and helpful. Some of the staff look a little tentative, hopefully time and/or training will give the bustling efficiency needed.
POOL
We were lucky enough to have good swimming weather - the pool is lovely, a little tucked away but works well. It's not staffed, but occasionally a staff-member will come and fill up the water and provide towels. Suited us well.
RECEPTION
All the Reception staff were incredibly helpful and accommodating. My husband has been staying at the hotel for some months (!) so that probably helps as they know him well, but even still I found them invariably polite and they've been with the hotel for some time which I always think is a good sign.
Overall a great place to stay and enjoy Guernsey.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, Andy G said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
There's another review for this hotel titled "Overpriced and Overrated". After 3 separate visits to the DoR over the last 2 years, I can assure anyone it's definitely not overpriced and it's absolutely not overrated. In fact as family, which includes my wife who has travelled the world, we regard it as one of the nicest hotels we've ever stayed in. And we look forward to returning the next time we visit Guernsey.
The staff are amongst the most accommodating I have ever experienced, the breakfasts and restaurant are fab, the rooms are lovely, the location is great. It's just a really lovely atmosphere. We cannot understand how the OGH (the DoR's sister hotel where we also stayed once), is rated 5 stars and the DoR 4. The DoR wins hands down on every level.
Throughly recommended.
The staff are amongst the most accommodating I have ever experienced, the breakfasts and restaurant are fab, the rooms are lovely, the location is great. It's just a really lovely atmosphere. We cannot understand how the OGH (the DoR's sister hotel where we also stayed once), is rated 5 stars and the DoR 4. The DoR wins hands down on every level.
Throughly recommended.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, LindaBSevenoaks said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We booked a 3 night break at this Hotel, on arrival we received a warm welcome and were promptly shown to our Room, it was delightful, well appointed, spotlessly clean and well supplied with both toiletries and refreshments. Traditional and impeccable service was received from all staff, throughout our stay,it was very refreshing in today's trend of impersonal service in bland hotels. Our whole experience was something quite rare and special.
Breakfast was very good with, choices of hot & cold food, from croissants to kippers plus the usual Full English, all served with care and attention.
We only ate dinner once in the hotel as we were out on other evenings but this experience was also quite special, delicious food and wine impeccably served in a very pleasant environment.
Overall we could not fault this lovely Hotel and all that it stands for. Would definitely hope to return another time and it really is hard to do it justice in just words.
Breakfast was very good with, choices of hot & cold food, from croissants to kippers plus the usual Full English, all served with care and attention.
We only ate dinner once in the hotel as we were out on other evenings but this experience was also quite special, delicious food and wine impeccably served in a very pleasant environment.
Overall we could not fault this lovely Hotel and all that it stands for. Would definitely hope to return another time and it really is hard to do it justice in just words.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, 590janicel said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Sat at the airport writing this having reluctantly just checked out. My fiance and I have had the most fabulous week. I feel like I've been spoilt rotten all week by the staff at this hotel - they are just sooooooo friendly and accommodating. The little touches like the complementary juice at the pool, towels at the pool, water bottles at the door just adds to the whole experience. Afternoon tea and evening meal at the hotel was also fabulous. This was our first holiday on our own in 12 years of being together (we normally holiday with family) - thank you for making it so special for us x
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In September 2016, dedicatedtraveller said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Room 212 was very large, light and airy. The bed was amazingly comfortable and we both slept incredibly well.... we had the windows open all the time.. you could clearly hear the kitchen ventilation from 6.30am to end of dinner but it never disturbed us at all (it was pin drop quiet most of the night) If you had the windows closed you couldn't hear it but, fresh air over air con wins every time for us!
Beverage tray, safe, iron and ironing board and hair dryer in room. Great to have a little fridge too. Very nice biscuits.
Bathroom was large, the towels huge - real proper bath sheets! SO thick and fluffy - excellent!
We loved the hotel's art deco decor theme.. just seemed to work wonderfully well.
It's an easy walk into the centre of St Peter Port from the hotel, through the very pretty Candie Gardens. It's a slight slope coming back but not bad at all.
Breakfast was good... small choice of cereals, fruits, sliced meats & cheeses, yoghuts... lovely choice for cooked 'full English' and things like smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Generous portions given. Delicious fresh 'slice your own bread'. Minor quibble.. black pudding was very dense and heavy....
All the staff we met were first class.. so friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble.
Afternoon tea was SUPERB!! highly recommend it... we enjoyed every mouthful! Big bonus being able to choose which type of scone you wanted, sandwiches or savoury items... it's a 'must' if you stay at the hotel.
We had a fantastic time from start to finish... daren't go on the scales due to the 'help yourself' sweetie jars by the lift! can't wait to return!!!
Beverage tray, safe, iron and ironing board and hair dryer in room. Great to have a little fridge too. Very nice biscuits.
Bathroom was large, the towels huge - real proper bath sheets! SO thick and fluffy - excellent!
We loved the hotel's art deco decor theme.. just seemed to work wonderfully well.
It's an easy walk into the centre of St Peter Port from the hotel, through the very pretty Candie Gardens. It's a slight slope coming back but not bad at all.
Breakfast was good... small choice of cereals, fruits, sliced meats & cheeses, yoghuts... lovely choice for cooked 'full English' and things like smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Generous portions given. Delicious fresh 'slice your own bread'. Minor quibble.. black pudding was very dense and heavy....
All the staff we met were first class.. so friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble.
Afternoon tea was SUPERB!! highly recommend it... we enjoyed every mouthful! Big bonus being able to choose which type of scone you wanted, sandwiches or savoury items... it's a 'must' if you stay at the hotel.
We had a fantastic time from start to finish... daren't go on the scales due to the 'help yourself' sweetie jars by the lift! can't wait to return!!!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, CD-sjp said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The hotels attention to detail and service was brilliant
As we were a large party of all ages they catered for all our needs
From arranging bike hire to return checking in for our flights -food was stunning and an amazing birthday was made for my sister-laws birthday
Afternoon tea recommend it is served on little picnic benches very cute and a good choice
Well done to the hotel staff
As we were a large party of all ages they catered for all our needs
From arranging bike hire to return checking in for our flights -food was stunning and an amazing birthday was made for my sister-laws birthday
Afternoon tea recommend it is served on little picnic benches very cute and a good choice
Well done to the hotel staff
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, bobV7856BO said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I am delighted to confirm that I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel which was a delight to stay at.
From the very helpful and attentive staff to the ambience of the hotel this was a most pleasant stay plus this breakfast and dinners were most appertising.
From the very helpful and attentive staff to the ambience of the hotel this was a most pleasant stay plus this breakfast and dinners were most appertising.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, Jeremy B said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The Duke of Richmond Hotel is excellent The décor is slightly too swish for my taste but it is comfortable and made special by the staff. They are extremely helpful, relaxed and cheerful. Nothing was too much trouble and every service was with a smile. I thoroughly recommend a stay there
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk