Local Reviews
In July 2019, geralind said about Les Cotils
Friends over for Sunday lunch which we had booked in the Swiffen Restaurant. Excellent value, very popular with locals. Service courteous and prompt. All courses are ‘ help yourself’ except soup for starters. Carvery a choice of 3 meats plus fish with vegetables served to you after placing meat or fish by the carver on your plate.
Deserts are help yourself unless sorbets/ ice cream which are got for you.Very busy which shows how popular it is- good parking available in this central location which has excellent views of the Bailiwick
Deserts are help yourself unless sorbets/ ice cream which are got for you.Very busy which shows how popular it is- good parking available in this central location which has excellent views of the Bailiwick
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In August 2019, 384jow said about Les Cotils
This is a lovely hotel, very light and airy with beautiful views over St Peter Port.
The staff were pleasant and helpful and it's easy to walk down to the port where there are lots of shops and lovely restaurants. We didn't end up eating at the hotel restaurant so can't comment on that, but the breakfast was nice with lots of choice.
The only reason I gave 4 stars is because our first night was in a room that was not very nice. I think it was the only one left at the time of booking and it was small, dingy, hot, the bed was really lumpy with springs, and the bathroom was all set up for disabled people. We were still charged £90 per night for this room.... but after the first night I asked at reception for an upgrade and we were given a lovely room with a beautiful sea view and lovely comfy bed, still £90 per night but now actually worth it.We feel that the first room should be offered at a knock down price as, if we'd remained there it would have had a huge impact on our holiday.
But thankfully, there was a nice room available and the staff very kindly let us move into it which meant we had a great base to come back to, so we appreciated that.
All in all a very nice peaceful hotel, very clean and well run. We would recommend.
The staff were pleasant and helpful and it's easy to walk down to the port where there are lots of shops and lovely restaurants. We didn't end up eating at the hotel restaurant so can't comment on that, but the breakfast was nice with lots of choice.
The only reason I gave 4 stars is because our first night was in a room that was not very nice. I think it was the only one left at the time of booking and it was small, dingy, hot, the bed was really lumpy with springs, and the bathroom was all set up for disabled people. We were still charged £90 per night for this room.... but after the first night I asked at reception for an upgrade and we were given a lovely room with a beautiful sea view and lovely comfy bed, still £90 per night but now actually worth it.We feel that the first room should be offered at a knock down price as, if we'd remained there it would have had a huge impact on our holiday.
But thankfully, there was a nice room available and the staff very kindly let us move into it which meant we had a great base to come back to, so we appreciated that.
All in all a very nice peaceful hotel, very clean and well run. We would recommend.
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In October 2019, Jamiepl said about Les Cotils
Lovely hotel has nice facilities , restaurant and bar very good
Gardens are huge. Location is good.We had a compact double room,which was small but had a nice bathroom and view of the sea.
Staff were excellent and accommodating,chef made gluten free adjustments to meal. Breakfast were very good.Would stay here again.
Gardens are huge. Location is good.We had a compact double room,which was small but had a nice bathroom and view of the sea.
Staff were excellent and accommodating,chef made gluten free adjustments to meal. Breakfast were very good.Would stay here again.
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In October 2019, GraemeneilS said about Les Cotils
This hotel is in a lovely location. It is advertised as a christian centre but there is no religious emphasis if not wanted. The positives first. a} The food was excellent both breakfast and dinner. We don't normally eat in house when we take breaks but we did here and we were not disappointed. b) Staff were generally very friendly, helpful and efficient. c) Location was wonderful in lovely gardens...and how many hotels have a former German gun tower and bunker in their grounds..d) views were spectacular. e) value for money was excellent.....but the negative was that the top floor room was just to basic and colourless. ....the furniture looked as though is was a very inexpensive flat-pack. ... nowadays one available electric socket in a room is just not acceptable. If you have a couple in a room they will have several items to charge each night, so you need to upgrade these facilities...But we still really enjoyed our stay.
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In July 2018, sandicarey said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Had a wonderful full massage from Rosemary even though I'm diagnosed with cancer. The treatment was really beneficial and incredible value for money. Rosemary informs me that more staff will be trained to treat cancer patients. I cannot wait to visit again.
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In July 2018, winterwillie said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Position of hotel in St Peter Port is lovely
Warm welcome on arrival after easy journey from airport
Reception staff excellent throughout.
Special mention for Jaro Opletal who really went out of his way to be helpful and ensure that we had a lovely stay.
Herm Suite Room was spacious with great bathroom and comfortable bed.
Attractive pool area and Bars .
Used the Spa and enjoyed it.
Some areas of the hotel need refurbishment as appear shabby.
Breakfast service was inconsistent with a lack of attention to detail . Breakfast food was nice without being particularly flavoursome.
All in all we really enjoyed our stay.
Warm welcome on arrival after easy journey from airport
Reception staff excellent throughout.
Special mention for Jaro Opletal who really went out of his way to be helpful and ensure that we had a lovely stay.
Herm Suite Room was spacious with great bathroom and comfortable bed.
Attractive pool area and Bars .
Used the Spa and enjoyed it.
Some areas of the hotel need refurbishment as appear shabby.
Breakfast service was inconsistent with a lack of attention to detail . Breakfast food was nice without being particularly flavoursome.
All in all we really enjoyed our stay.
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In July 2018, silverhighway said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Wonderful staff who couldn’t do enough to make us welcome and comfortable. Fantastic breakfasts and food in the Curry Room was delicious and well priced. The only meal we didn’t enjoy was lunch from the bar which was a bit tasteless. Lovely rooms which are well appointed and immaculately clean. Sitting around the pool was a luxury with comfortable sun loungers and umbrellas with iced water on tap. We would definitely visit this hotel again.
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In July 2018, Russell F said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From arrival at the front steps, it was evident that the staff were smart, polite and keen to help. Nothing was too difficult and they always appeared happy and helpful throughout the whole of our stay. Receptionists met us with a smile, the concierge went out of his way to find out information and make bookings for us and the hotel manager took a personal interest in making sure we were happy and well looked after.
It was also pleasing to note that the more experienced restaurant staff were keen to explain and help those newer to the role. Staff managed to find that delicate balance between being friendly to the customers and yet knowing their place and not being intrusive.
The bar was a little contemporary for my liking but drinks came with nibbles and could be served in other rooms, so very pleasant. Our bedroom was a standard room but it was clean, well appointed and comfortable. My only adverse comment is that the shower entrance was very awkward and narrow. There was a turn-down service at night and biscuits on the pillow!
Outside, there is a shaded patio where meals can be taken, an attractive grassed seating area with fountain and an outside swimming pool with comfortable sunbeds and a good towel service.
Highly recommended.
It was also pleasing to note that the more experienced restaurant staff were keen to explain and help those newer to the role. Staff managed to find that delicate balance between being friendly to the customers and yet knowing their place and not being intrusive.
The bar was a little contemporary for my liking but drinks came with nibbles and could be served in other rooms, so very pleasant. Our bedroom was a standard room but it was clean, well appointed and comfortable. My only adverse comment is that the shower entrance was very awkward and narrow. There was a turn-down service at night and biscuits on the pillow!
Outside, there is a shaded patio where meals can be taken, an attractive grassed seating area with fountain and an outside swimming pool with comfortable sunbeds and a good towel service.
Highly recommended.
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In July 2018, Susannah T said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Thank you to the whole Front of House and Concierge team for looking after us so superbly during our 5 night stay this past week at OGH.
From the moment we arrived our bags were portered away and our car valeted. We were offered complimentary drinks in the gardens whilst we waited for our room as we had sailed on the early ferry. The three of us (myself, my husband and my little assistance dog) were immediatley able to begin to relax in the sumptuous surroundings overlooking the beautiful pool terrace.
Our cool air-conditioned room was wonderful. Super king sized bed, lovely balcony with a view of the port and castle, and the extra items we had pre arranged with the hotel. We were there during the heat wave so it was so lovely having the air conditioning-one of the reasons we booked this hotel!
We spent most of our vacation relaxing by the very warm heated pool on the extremely comfortable loungers which have an endless supply of clean towels provided and excellent pool service for drinks and delicious snacks.
My husband enjoyed using the gym facilities which are well stocked and clean. He did however remark the changing room was rather sweaty and airless and could also do with some air con of it's own!
The Brassiere breakfasts were a great buffet, something for everyone, and lots of à la carte cooked choices too. They even provided me with GF toast. Thank you!
The concierge team was always excellent at booking local restaurants and taxis for us, and looking after our needs. We actually hardly ventured outside of the hotel as it was so wonderful just to lie by the pool under the huge sun shades and enjoy the incredible spell of weather, soaking up the beautiful facilitates. Just a point, more loungers were needed as the weekend was very busy, and some lie flat ones would be nice. The ice cold citrus water provided by the pool was delicious.
This was a trip we really needed as I was recovering from a recent surgery. It really gave us both a chance to recharge our batteries in sumptuous surroundings.
Thank you to all the staff for making it so special. We will definitely return.
From the moment we arrived our bags were portered away and our car valeted. We were offered complimentary drinks in the gardens whilst we waited for our room as we had sailed on the early ferry. The three of us (myself, my husband and my little assistance dog) were immediatley able to begin to relax in the sumptuous surroundings overlooking the beautiful pool terrace.
Our cool air-conditioned room was wonderful. Super king sized bed, lovely balcony with a view of the port and castle, and the extra items we had pre arranged with the hotel. We were there during the heat wave so it was so lovely having the air conditioning-one of the reasons we booked this hotel!
We spent most of our vacation relaxing by the very warm heated pool on the extremely comfortable loungers which have an endless supply of clean towels provided and excellent pool service for drinks and delicious snacks.
My husband enjoyed using the gym facilities which are well stocked and clean. He did however remark the changing room was rather sweaty and airless and could also do with some air con of it's own!
The Brassiere breakfasts were a great buffet, something for everyone, and lots of à la carte cooked choices too. They even provided me with GF toast. Thank you!
The concierge team was always excellent at booking local restaurants and taxis for us, and looking after our needs. We actually hardly ventured outside of the hotel as it was so wonderful just to lie by the pool under the huge sun shades and enjoy the incredible spell of weather, soaking up the beautiful facilitates. Just a point, more loungers were needed as the weekend was very busy, and some lie flat ones would be nice. The ice cold citrus water provided by the pool was delicious.
This was a trip we really needed as I was recovering from a recent surgery. It really gave us both a chance to recharge our batteries in sumptuous surroundings.
Thank you to all the staff for making it so special. We will definitely return.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2018, ThomsonJo said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I stayed at this hotel at the beginning of July for a business trip. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel entirely welcome. The staff were accommodating, friendly, and efficient, and never gave the impression that they were looking for anything other than to give me great service. The restaurant was well priced and the food was delicious, with again fast and friendly service. The conference facility was well laid out and efficiently serviced. All in all a good experience
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