We have just enjoyed our second long stay at this elegant and stylish hotel. The food is delicious and the levels of comfort and service are outstanding. The pianist - singer in the restaurant/bar is a joy to listen to. We will definitely be back again.

We have just spent a wonderful week at the OGH and there is nothing I would really fault it on. The service, staff, food, accommodation, and the pool were all fantastic. This hotel really retains an ancient charm that is getting rarer.

We booked really last minute, and while we were too late to get joining rooms or a full suite to accommodate ourselves and the two kids, we had a junior suite in which the staff provided a sofa bed and a further bed which provided perfectly good bedding for the two boys. The room served well as both a base for St Peter Port and the pool and also a place to relax between trips.

First the food: we had breakfast each morning and dinner twice. All dishes excellent. Staff went out of their way for us, especially Mr Ken Ramoo who made our little'uns laugh no end.

Accommodation: very classical in style, you may find it stuffy if you prefer minimalist/modern chique. Everything very clean, room service excellent with an unobtrusive daily turn-down. No mini-bar, but good room service.

Pool: a modest sized pool kept extremely clean and we found it very warm. Fantastic pool-side service with drinks and snacks served right to your lounger.

Staff: universally good, made our stay as nice as possible. All the restaurant and bar staff are very friendly. Nice to see some seniors managing the service and keeping everything running perfectly.

The car park requires valet parking which is a slight pain but understandable given Guernsey space constraints. Only used the car twice and they were very prompt on both occasions.

Afternoon tea: exceptional, with a special version for the kids. Lovely cakes and just the right amount (we still couldn't eat them all).

The Brasserie bar was apparently a favourite of Oliver Reed, and I can absolutely see him sitting in it necking his Gin and shouting some great stories in this near unique old world atmosphere.

Sorry I missed that, but a very enjoyable and memorable week in any case.

This is a 5 star hotel and it truly achieves that status in every way. The staff are extremely efficient and friendly and they cannot do enough to help. The welcome at reception by Andi was marvellous. She took the trouble to give a tour of the hotel and explain things to do and see. The room was perfect with a very comfortable bed.
An outstanding hotel.
Will be going back soon.

A conveniently situated hotel just a couple of minutes walk from the High Street and harbour, but sufficiently out of town that you’re not going to get too much in the way of any noise. In particular it’s on quite a minor road, and we certainly couldn’t hear any traffic or such like. The welcome was certainly very professional, with a porter unloading our bag from the taxi and delivering it to our room whilst we having a glass of champagne and a tour of the hotel’s facilities. We opted for one of the suites as these were on a “3 nights for the price of 2” deal, and whilst it was a decent enough room I think the use of the term suite was perhaps a little ambitious – it was really just a good sized room with a sofa and a desk. At the “discounted” price we paid it was probably about right, but I’d certainly have been disappointed if I had been paying the list price of over £400 per night. Facilities included tea/coffee making facilities including a box containing a good selection of teas as well as a Nespresso machine, and a hand written card welcoming us was another nice touch. A couple of bottles of water were left in the room, and these were replenished twice a day. We also had some treats such as shortbread or fudge left in the evening which was nice. The bed was very big and very comfy whilst the bathroom was fine – nothing particularly special, but clean and tidy, although the shower was rather small and the temperature fluctuated somewhat.

Breakfast was a combination of hot food cooked to order and a help yourself buffet. The buffet had a very good selection of fruit, all sorts of prepared grapefruit, orange, fruit salad, apricots and so on whereas the choice in some other areas was a little less – only three cheeses, three cold meats and three pastries for example, whereas typically I would expect a five star hotel to have a more extensive selection. The hot menu offered a good choice and whilst we were there we tried the Eggs Benedict, Smoked Salmon & Scrambled Egg and a Smoked Haddock with Poached Egg and with the exception of the Eggs Benedict being served pretty much stone cold, it was all very good. An Irish Benedict was an unusual offering consisting of a poached egg atop a corned beef hash. Service was prompt and efficient with a warning that the haddock was cooked from fresh and would take 10 – 12 minutes, which was pretty much spot on.

Overall I thought this was a very nice hotel in a great location. Just be aware of what you’re paying and don’t expect too much in terms of the room size in relation to the price.

I have previously reviewed the OGH Hotel on several occasions during the last five years. I have had the very great pleasure of staying there at least once a month and my high regard for the hotel and its staff will have been very clear. Inevitably I have got to know many of the staff fairly well and they are truly outstanding as far as I am concerned. I know that it is ultimately a job that they do but they do it so well and make you feel so good that when I left today for the last time (my work in Guernsey being completed) I came away with a strong feeling of loss. Not many hotels can lead to that feeling in a guest.
A place and people that I shall never forget.

What a location to celebrate a marriage milestone!! From arrival to departure it was a superb experience. The room was double aspect, light and airy and the ensuite bathroom well equipped. Attentive, friendly and knowledgeable staff for whom nothing was too much trouble. Valet parking meant our car was brought to front hotel whenever required.Magnificent breakfast in the Olive Garden in the sun gave a good start to our day. The Brasserie Restaurant and various bars were also very good. A 5star hotel in every way.

After such a magnificent stay here last July we simply had to return to the OGH this summer. By the time we had finished the check-in process and been handed our welcome drinks, our bags had already been unloaded from our car and whisked away to our room. Everything we had specified had been accommodated for: a fridge for my medications, the cosiest bed for our assistance dog and all the other little touches that make the OGH so special.
We had time to savour our drinks and relax with the view from our balcony before our dinner reservation in the Brasserie. The menu is eclectic with lots of fish dishes and 'catch of the day', as one would expect, my husband particularly enjoyed his fish and chips. Breakfasts in the Brasserie are a sumptuous affair with a cornucopia of delights served buffet style and hot dishes catering for every whim. We must thank Chef who was able to cater for my husband’s sweet tooth on more than one occasion! It is such a beautiful setting looking out on to the garden with the olive trees and all the window boxes and planters of red geraniums.
We were exceedingly lucky with the weather, once again. We chose to spend the majority of our time resting and recuperating for my medical reasons by the crystal clear pool under a parasol when the Guernsey sun became too warm for us. There was an endless supply of fresh towels brought to us and pool service drinks and menus available, whilst we sunned and relaxed.
My husband used the gym every day - note: old size £1 coins for the lockers, so the gym lent him a token!
As with last year, on our final day Guernsey was experiencing a record temperature heat wave, but the interior of the OGH with its air conditioning is so beautifully cool you would not have known. We were so sad to be leaving and know that we will definitely return next summer.
We would like to thank all of the staff because everyone made our stay so very special and really comfortable, but we’d like to mention the following by name: Nelly on Reception, whose smile and joy just light up the whole foyer, and Danielle too, such a lovely welcome team. Stewart-you carried all our luggage up to our room, not to forget my extremely heavy medical trunk, thank you. Alessandro in the Brasserie at breakfast, just the kindest and friendliest gentleman. Matilde and Casper in the pool area, thank you for all the offers of drinks and all the fresh towels. And of course, Jaro Opletal. Thank you for your extreme care in all areas and for looking after our every need. And last but not least, it was lovely to talk to Andrew -this is an exceptional hotel. We have really fallen in love with it and hope we will be able to return for many more years.

Just returned from a wonderful week in The Old Government House, Guernsey. I must say, this has got to be one of the best hotels I have stayed in. The staff were brilliant, the food was fabulous and the rooms very spacious, we stayed in a king room 322. Can’t recommend this hotel enough...

Those of you who have been following my Red Carnation Blog will remember that last summer I left a scone crumbs trail for my parents, so they will better find their way back to the Old Government House Hotel in St Peter Port, Guernsey. Well… it seemed like my masterplan had worked, as we have found ourselves in the OGH yet again. What a treat!

Arriving and Check-In
Big heavy raindrops fell form the sky as we landed in Guernsey. Big heavy rain drops fell on my head as we ran the short distance from the aeroplane to the terminal building. Our luggage came out in a matter of minutes, still shimmering with the grow of fresh rain drops. Just like last year, my parents were on the lookout for a man holding an iPad with our family’s name on it. And yet, instead of such a man, a familiar face holding a large umbrella approached us. Could it be Mr. C (the top chap of the OGH)? - my father had asked himself. Yes it was (I, of course, had no doubt about it). Mr. C told us that because of the weather (big heavy rain drops) and our delay, there was a problem with the normal car service and so our airport transfer got upgraded and personalised. Or, as my father explained to me later, someone monitored the flight situation, someone thought things through and someone cared enough about us and made sure that our vacation will be as comfortable as possible from the get go.
At check-in, over a glass of juice (my parents were offered the bubbly sort) I started to worry. Where was the sun that I had been promised by my parents? Are my plans for lazy days by the pool eating noting but strawberries, popcorn and olives have all been dashed? Noticing that some of us are concerned, Mr. C assured us that the rain was just a hiccough and that starting the next day all shall be well again and that the sun will return to the little Channel Island - (and sure enough it did).

The Herm Suite
After the swift check-in process was over, we found our way to our room by the help of Daniella, from the front desk team, who even helped to carry my little precious Trunki. Up the lift, down a corridor, down some stairs and up some stairs (what a terrifically Hogwartsy place the OGH is), we found our magnificent lavish suite overlooking St Peter Port Harbour. What a view!!! (even better 'live' than the webcam stream found at the hotel’s website). The room, apart from being equipped with a view, also featured my cot, a bathrobe made in my size, a special soap befitting a child's delicate skin and a Guernsey Bath-time Rubber Puffin. My parents were happy to find some stuff for them, such as: A most comfy four-poster bed, lots of cupboard space, a Nespresso machine, a lavish bathroom with a free-standing bath, complete with lion's legs (will any other do?) and some nice smelling bathroom amenities. With yet another touch of OGH wizardry we discovered that our luggage has already apparated in our room before we even got there, so all which was left to do was to go downstairs (up some stairs, up a hallway and down the lift) to the celebrate our arrival with some food and drink.

The Crown Bar
Arriving downstairs we were greeted by Chris, another attentive member or the OGH team. Seeing that the hour was drawing late, we were helped to a table at the hotel's Crown Bar for a quick bite. Apart from some olives and popcorn, I also shared with my parents a yummy-delicious Guernsey Lobster Roll and a Locally (also yummy-delicious) Smoked Salmon Sandwich, all beaming with freshness (as my dad described it). All which left to do now was to get into those comfy looking beds and start afresh on the following day.

The Breakfast
The sun was out (Mr. C has delivered on his promise). I got up. It was early. A bit too early to my parents liking while on a holiday. Nonetheless, we made good use of the time and headed to breakfast. Lots of fresh berries, along side some other fresh fruits, awaited my (and other guests') arrival . Some very inviting Danish pastries, a selection of smelly cheeses, my parents are fond of, breakfast cereals, yoghurts and a good selection fresh juices were present, as well. We sat in the conservatory looking out into the garden and I got in my hands a menu, from which I could choose a hot breakfast. My parents ordered some of their favourites (my father is still taking about those Eggs Royale) while I was quite content with a fresh scrambled egg and a side of everything else my parents had order. My daily breakfast also consisted a stroll through the hotel's well tended gardens and daily check of the water pressure of the fountain (still as good as last year).

The Curry Room
We celebrated my dad’s birthday at the Curry Room restaurant. An ornate space with some wonderful things to look at and inspect. Entering this part of the hotel will transport your spirit to all manner or distant regions, whilst keeping corporeal self stationary by its tables laid with inviting nibbles. My parents were happy to find a revamped menu, which featured, along side some old favourites, like the Bengal Fish Curry and the Indian Rice Pudding new stuff like Mango Spiced Scallops and Goan Lobster Curry. I was offered a less spicy 'kids' menu', which every adult will happy with too. Nonetheless, seeing that I had had already helped my parents with some very crispy, very yummy poppadoms, by the time it was time for me to have something from the menu, the explorer's deco of the room beckoned my adventurous side and I was off to investigate what was going on anywhere but at my parents table. I did, however, allowed my parents to enjoy some quality time with a glass of some of their favourite South African wines and a quick dessert (I managed to find time in my busy exploration schedule for the Indian Flavours Inspired Ice Cream).

The Pool
From the hotel's gardens I could see a very inviting body of water with some very inviting looking sun loungers. This area is also known as the hotel's pool. Paddling pool aside, long legged beings may also enjoy the adult ‘deep end’ part of the pool. Attentive staff are alway overlooking the area should a guest need something and making sure that lounging chairs are always decked with fresh towels. At this point of our vacation my wish for popcorn and olives has been fulfilled. But the highlight was the special refreshing water there. My dad told me that what made those drinking water so special was the fact that they had been infused with orange, lemon and lime - hence their refreshing quality (have I mention how well they pair with popcorn and olives?).

The Outstanding Team
Above and beyond anything else (apart, maybe, from my scone crumbs trail) what bought us back to the OGH was its dedicated team. Team members like Jaro, who always offered his help to carry my buggy and was once, when I fell asleep in my buggy, even kind enough to go all the way to our room to make sure that it has been serviced and ready for the continuation of my midday nap. Andrew, who always offered to help me carry my all important balloons around. Nellie, who used her ’Spidey Sense’ to know what my parents are going to ask for before they could even open their months. Later I was told by my father that a ‘Spidey Sense’ doesn’t actually exists, but attentiveness, professionalism and kindness do and this is how one can foresee the wishes of one’s guests. This point has made me think about the level of service I am receiving at home. How come my parents do not have a ’Spidey Sense’ when it comes to me? How come I am asked to articulated my wishes and not have them fulfilled right away? Standards are defiantly slipping at home…

Check-Out (for now)
It was time for checkout. It was time to say goodbye. It was time for me to get impatient. It was time for my father to run after me, so I shan’t run into the street alone. It was time to get into the car and a time to forget our laptop rucksack at reception. By the time my father had noticed that whilst grabbing me he left his rucksack at reception, Andrew, who drove us to the airport, told us that someone had already noticed the rucksack and that it is currently speeding its way towards us by another member of the hotel’s team. Andrew pulled over by the curb, took the rucksack and not even 5 minutes had passed before we were back on way to the airport. Did my father forget the rucksack because we was busy scrabbling after me or did he hatch up a complicated ploy to return to the OGH next year to ‘rescue’ the rucksack? I guess we will never know, but I also guess that we will surely return here (come of think of it, I forgot to leave a new scone crumbs trail).

Stayed at this hotel for three nights and had a wonderful time. We hired a car and there is free parking at the hotel. You can even drop your car outside and a member of staff will park it for you.

Food at the hotel was very good, breakfast was superb and we had a meal in the curry house, which although very expensive, was excellent.

The location is great for exploring all the island, with the shops and ferries close by.

There's an outdoor pool and jacuzzi / stream room / sauna indoors, which are all very nice.

The rooms were old fashioned, but that fits the overall style of the property. In July, the room was quite hot at night, but the hotel has some great fans which you can ask for to help.

Would definitely return if I ever visit Guernsey again!