Local Reviews
In April 2016, HerbertRichmond said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I have stayed in the OGH four or five times a year over the last five years and always enjoyed my stay. Understatedly stylish, very comfortable, with delightful friendly staff and good food this is an exceptional place to stay in St Peter Port.
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In April 2016, sallym20 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just completed a 3 night stay in this beautiful hotel as part of a Premier Holiday 'package' through Hay Travel. (Formerly Bath Travel). This is an excellent vfm deal which comprises travel, hotel stay and two included dinners or lunches, one at OGH and one at the sister hotel Duke of Richmond. OGH lives up to its well-deserved 5 stars with sumptuous public rooms, amazing bedrooms, very fine food but, above all, attentive, friendly and interested staff. We cannot fault this hotel and will definitely return.
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In April 2016, zpyder said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We stayed at the OGH to celebrate my wifes birthday, along with our anniversary of getting engaged, and a 6-month anniversary of getting married!
The hotel is certainly very grand, the outside is quite understated, but as you step through the doors you enter another world of "5-star specialness".
The hotel is quite labyrinth-like, with many small areas with distinctly different decor and atmospheres. We received a very comprehensive tour of the hotel on the way to our room, and I'm sure if we had stayed longer we'd have made full use of all the different rooms.
As the hotel was quiet (Guernsey doesn't really get in to tourist season until the end of March) and to help us celebrate the previously mentioned occasions, we were "double upgraded" from the basic double room, to a Seaview Kingsize room.
The room was massive, the bed the biggest we've ever seen, it was wider than it was long, and the view out over the harbour was amazing.
My wife was pre-booked in to the spa for some treatments, and she loved every one of them. The spa staff were very friendly and accomodating, and whilst I was waiting with her it seemed like a lot of people were coming and going, showing the spa to be a popular place with the locals.
We didn't eat in either of the restaurants, but we did make use of the included breakfast. The waiters were very attentive, and my when my half-canadian wife asked for pancakes with bacon, the very friendly waiter instinctively knew to ask "With maple syrup?".
We also made use of the afternoon tea service. It was certainly a very special highlight of our stay at the OGH. Very generously sized portions, excellent drinks, in an excellent surrounding.
The location of the hotel in the town is quite convenient to walk in to the shops and down to the harbour, though it is up a slight hill, so those with restricted mobility may struggle. I personally found it fine though, but I am a keen walker.
If you hire a car for your stay, note that there isn't any convenient parking at the hotel. However there is a valet service and so all you need to do is pull up outside the hotel, and a member of staff will park the car in their dedicated parking for you.
Overall, I can't recommend the OGH enough. I'd love to return during the summer, but the 5-star price tag may be prohibitive. It really is worth it though if you can afford it.
The hotel is certainly very grand, the outside is quite understated, but as you step through the doors you enter another world of "5-star specialness".
The hotel is quite labyrinth-like, with many small areas with distinctly different decor and atmospheres. We received a very comprehensive tour of the hotel on the way to our room, and I'm sure if we had stayed longer we'd have made full use of all the different rooms.
As the hotel was quiet (Guernsey doesn't really get in to tourist season until the end of March) and to help us celebrate the previously mentioned occasions, we were "double upgraded" from the basic double room, to a Seaview Kingsize room.
The room was massive, the bed the biggest we've ever seen, it was wider than it was long, and the view out over the harbour was amazing.
My wife was pre-booked in to the spa for some treatments, and she loved every one of them. The spa staff were very friendly and accomodating, and whilst I was waiting with her it seemed like a lot of people were coming and going, showing the spa to be a popular place with the locals.
We didn't eat in either of the restaurants, but we did make use of the included breakfast. The waiters were very attentive, and my when my half-canadian wife asked for pancakes with bacon, the very friendly waiter instinctively knew to ask "With maple syrup?".
We also made use of the afternoon tea service. It was certainly a very special highlight of our stay at the OGH. Very generously sized portions, excellent drinks, in an excellent surrounding.
The location of the hotel in the town is quite convenient to walk in to the shops and down to the harbour, though it is up a slight hill, so those with restricted mobility may struggle. I personally found it fine though, but I am a keen walker.
If you hire a car for your stay, note that there isn't any convenient parking at the hotel. However there is a valet service and so all you need to do is pull up outside the hotel, and a member of staff will park the car in their dedicated parking for you.
Overall, I can't recommend the OGH enough. I'd love to return during the summer, but the 5-star price tag may be prohibitive. It really is worth it though if you can afford it.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In April 2016, roger n said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We've had a three night break courtesy of Premier Holidays. Flights from Southampton, an upgraded room and two complimentary lunches or dinners at the OGH or its sister, Duke of Richmond. We tried both and the food was superb in both hotels.
The OGH has the most amazing staff/guest ratio with nothing being too much trouble. Impeccable but not intrusive service and extremely friendly. Breakfasts were very good with a huge choice and the evening dinner was also very good (although nouvelle cuisine. taste versus quantity!!!!!!
whilst our upgraded room was well equipped, it was a tad small due to a Queen size bed. However a minor grouse as it is difficult to have everything right and it is a very old building.
An excellent hotel all round and totally complimentary to the attractions of Guernsey.
The OGH has the most amazing staff/guest ratio with nothing being too much trouble. Impeccable but not intrusive service and extremely friendly. Breakfasts were very good with a huge choice and the evening dinner was also very good (although nouvelle cuisine. taste versus quantity!!!!!!
whilst our upgraded room was well equipped, it was a tad small due to a Queen size bed. However a minor grouse as it is difficult to have everything right and it is a very old building.
An excellent hotel all round and totally complimentary to the attractions of Guernsey.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In April 2016, Anthony G said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My grandmother was the Governor of Guernsey's cook prior to the war and this was one of the factors in deciding to stay there. We choose Premier Holidays and flew from London City Airport, the only issue being that the flight had to go to Jersey first which was not good. However, we were upgraded to a King room with a sea view. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and we were made to feel especially welcome.
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In May 2016, Jane G said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
From the booking process to leaving the hotel was a pleasant experience. All the staff were exceptionally pleasant, friendly, professional and helpful. The food was amazing. We had planned to eat out but after the first nights dinner we decided to eat at the hotel every night. We arrived from the airport by taxi (arranged by the hotel) at 9.45am and our room was already prepared for us. The staff on reception on the day we were leaving were very helpful as the flights were delayed by fog and they offered to check the situation for us continually. The waitress who served us the most in the dining room was exceptional but we cannot remember her name! She told us that she originated from Madeira so I do hope the hotel will be able to work out who she is as she deserves some recognition. Thoroughly enjoyable experience and we will definitely return.
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In May 2016, Neil B said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
As part of our visit to Guernsey we were lucky enough to stay at this hotel. The outside isn't much to look at but the inside is awesome. If you like chic you will love this. We had fantastic room with a huge queen size bed. As a decadent action we had breakfast in bed on the last day too ha ha (£3 per tray)
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In May 2016, Sally K said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Fantastic stay at the Duke of Richmond -the customer service both in booking, pre stay arrangements and whilst at the hotel were second to none and equalled if not exceeded any hotel we have stayed in worldwide. In addition it was so wonderful to be able to take our miniature dachshund away with us and for him also to be welcomed and catered for in such a welcoming fashion. The room was superb as was the food and room service.would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the hotel to friends, family and colleagues
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In May 2016, Barbara N said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Wow what a lovely hotel. The staff were so attentive nothing was too much trouble . The decor in the bedrooms was amazing and indeed the rest of the hotel was too . Beautiful sheets and towels all monogrammed, bathrobes slippers even a shoe cleaning kit The food was another wow breakfast lunch and dinner all superb . Cant fault the hotel but wish it wasnt such a hilly walk down to the town , but there is always the bus and taxi.
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In May 2016, kimbolton23 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just returned from a lovely stay at the Duke of Richmond hotel Everything about my stay was great from arrival to departure a guest feels special, valued and, above all, individual. Excellent Customer Service from all the staff. Would definitely recommend this hotel.
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