Local Reviews
In September 2016, Daniel W said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Top Hotel with amazing decor and very attentive staff with nothing being too much trouble. Wonderful room and the fabulous breakfasts which were freshly cooked to order with a menu to suit all tastes. The only negative I can give is having to leave after only 6 nights. If you want to treat yourself then this is definately the place to stay!
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In September 2016, Barrie H said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Short stay to take in the food festival. The staff were fantastic, so friendly and attentive, a credit to the hotel. Food in the restaurant exceptional. A short walk down the hill ( through the beautiful Candie Gardens) into St Peters Port, so very convenient. Will have to return for a longer stay.
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In August 2010, Davewilliams234 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This was a wonderful hotel to stay in - nothing was too much trouble for the staff and they were all extremely courteous and went the extra mile on everything. Even though the hotel is more for adults than children, the hotel spa was luxurious and welcomed well-behaved children and the staff were wonderful with our 9 and 11 year old boys. The outdoor swimming pool was cold but set in lovely gardens. Parking was very tight around the back of the hotel but it was in a fantastic location in the heart of St Peter Port. In our eyes, this hotel totally deserves 5 stars.
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In August 2010, Arkesdenite said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We spent just three nights at the OGH after an absence of about fifteen years. The new owners have plainly spared little expense in rejuvenating this old gem. The public rooms are beautifully furnished and generate an air of calm. We dined out but noticed that the prices in the two-rosette restaurant are high. The brasserie prices looked much more manageable and, judging by the splendid breakfasts and lunchtime snacks, is of high standard. Our bedroom (312) was of the basic variety (there is a wide choice) and was small but splendidly fitted and furnished. The bathroom was brand-nrew and immacuilate. There's an excellent gym and spa. Kindly staff abound. We paid £480 for three nights and felt we had good value. Just one moan - the outdoor pool is small with too few loungers for the number of guests. We arrived at lunchtime on a lovely sunny day, just wanting to lie and read. There was a body or a towel on every lounger. The managements have promised to seek to address this.
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In August 2010, annieCountyAntrim said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This hotel is a wonderful and relaxing place to stay. Rooms are clean and well furnished and designed. Food is of a very high standard. All the staff are courteous and very caring, looking after everyone's needs. They certainly take a great deal of pride in their work. Do not miss out on this hotel, convenient to shops and restaurants.
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In September 2010, roylehousehold said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just returned from a 3 night break at the OGH as an extended family group over 4 generations from 8yrs to 80yrs. The whole experience from making the booking over the phone, to checking in, to departure was everything you would hope it to be from a luxury hotel. Without exception all staff were pleasant, curteous and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble and any requests or observations made to them were actioned there and then without question or fuss. Given the hotel's diverse clientel, I think it is testament to the ethos and management of the OGH, that they seem able to create an atmosphere where everyone, whatever the group dymanics or reason for their visit, is made to feel comfortable and at ease. We had 3 rooms, all in the suite or refubished category, and if you are booking for a special occasion and want something luxurious I would definitely recommend splashing out if you can. They are beautiful. Requesting a room with a view and or balcony is also advisable. Food in the Hotel, whatever we ordered and wherever we chose to have it, was excellent as was the service. Lot's of nice little touches - complimentary sweetie jars for the children, evening turn down service, our rooms were generally serviced whilst we were having b'fast, boardgames in the lounge, complimentary papers, umberellas, chocolates........... As I had advised the front desk that we were there for a special occasion we were presented with complimentary champagne and fruit platter with handwritten card aknowledging the celebration. We didn't use the Spa, but it looked fab. No indoor pool, but outside pool was set at tropical temperature - my daughter swam in the rain!!
This Hotel could be perfect, whatever hotel experience you're looking for.
This Hotel could be perfect, whatever hotel experience you're looking for.
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In June 2012, AlresfordCaz said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just returned from our second visit to OGH and we were not disappointed. The staff are truly oustanding and do all they can to ensure that you are made to feel welcome and at home at their wonderful hotel. Special thanks to Harry who is rightly proud of his hotel. We stayed in the Herm Suite which has a fabulous view over St Peter Port and across to Herm and it really is a magical place to watch the sun come up or go down. Our room was large and luxurious with a huge bathroom with plentiful supplies of good quality toiletries. The red carnation group have also bought the Duke of Richmond in St Peter Port and we ate there one night which was very good although for us the OGH remains THE place to stay on Guernsey and we are already planning a return trip.
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In April 2013, Jane W said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned home having spent four nights at the OGH. Wonderful from the start and the staff extremely friendly and very helpful. Will definitely be returning. Very handy for the town as just a short 2 minute walk.....downhill! We had a wonderful view of the port from our room which is featured up above. The most comfortable bed in the world and we wanted to take the bathroom home with us. Would highly recommend this hotel and worth paying that little bit extra. Missed out on afternoon tea and the Indian restaurant so will have to return soon.
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In April 2013, Dixie said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just returned from OGH. Worth all of it's 5 stars without being ostentatious. Staff so very helpful, especially with my father who has mobility issues. The hotel even arranged a mobility scooter ready for his arrival. The rooms were beautiful. We were in a studio suite which was very spacious and very glamourously decorated. The bathroom was huge! We had views over towards Candie Gardens. My parents were in the Centenary Suite (house suite). This again was beautifully decorated and huge, it had fantastic sea views over the Port. The hotel was only a 2 minute walk to the High Street shops and 5 minutes to the harbour. We ate in both restaurants which were very different. The Brasserie food was more traditional, very good though, service was brilliant. The Curry House was very colonial, wonderfully decorated. All of us agreed it was the best curry we had ever eaten, well worth the money. We all had an afternoon tea which was expensive but beautifully presented and very tasty in a sumptuously decorated lounge. My son used the gym which was good. I would definitely recommend this hotel, we had a good deal with 3 nights for the price of 2.
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In July 2014, GordonandJane said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned from a weeks stay and once again found the OGH to be faultless on every level. The service was perfect and incredibly attentive on both an individual and collective level. The Brasserie menu and food was quite delicious , and our daughter will never forget Ken's Flambé pancake - a perfect ending to her stay! The Crown Club is a most welcomed addition since our last visit and fits in superbly. I must mention the fabulous housekeeping staff who quietly and unobtrusively maintain, service and replenish the rooms to such a high standard - this is a vital aspect of ones stay and again, accomplished superbly. A fabulous week was had by all - the weather was perfect, the pool temperature was perfect, the OGH is perfect!
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