Local Reviews
In December 2009, amandaworcestershire said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
A lovely hotel with excellent staff. We stayed for Christmas and will return next year. Food and entertainment both very good and lots of choice.
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In January 2010, OutOfTheBlue-301 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The Duke of Richmond is perched high on a hill overlooking Guernsey's charming main town of St Peter Port. It's an easy walk into town (well, easy going downhill into town, but a bit of a pull coming back!).
The hotel overlooks an attractive park, and the hotel's terrace has nice views over the town and the sea beyond.
Friendly and efficient staff at reception, and in the bar and restaurant.
My room was a standard double - not particularly large, but fine for a short stay. The room was comfortable and reasonably well equipped - although a decent-sized TV would have been an improvement on the tiny and slightly old-fashioned one provided). Bathroom was also fine, with a fairly basic but reasonably functional above-bath shower.
A good breakfast, with freshly baked breads, and hot items cooked to order (but the usual "budget" hotel orange juice).
Outdoor pool - but definitely not in use in January!
Public areas not especially luxurious, but comfortable and welcoming.
So overall the Duke of Richmond is a decent choice for a short stay in Guernsey.
The hotel overlooks an attractive park, and the hotel's terrace has nice views over the town and the sea beyond.
Friendly and efficient staff at reception, and in the bar and restaurant.
My room was a standard double - not particularly large, but fine for a short stay. The room was comfortable and reasonably well equipped - although a decent-sized TV would have been an improvement on the tiny and slightly old-fashioned one provided). Bathroom was also fine, with a fairly basic but reasonably functional above-bath shower.
A good breakfast, with freshly baked breads, and hot items cooked to order (but the usual "budget" hotel orange juice).
Outdoor pool - but definitely not in use in January!
Public areas not especially luxurious, but comfortable and welcoming.
So overall the Duke of Richmond is a decent choice for a short stay in Guernsey.
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In February 2010, daitrev said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I stayed at the Duke of Richmond Hotel last month. The *** hotel is exceptionally well & professionally run. It
- offers accommodation of a good standard (probably above its *** rating)
- provides food of an exceptionally fine standard and of good value
- does the simple things really well (the true measure of any hotel)
- provides, in my view as a regular traveller to Guernsey, the best breakfast on the Island
- is spotlessly clean
- has a staff who are polite and caring (a credit to them and their management)
- offers accommodation of a good standard (probably above its *** rating)
- provides food of an exceptionally fine standard and of good value
- does the simple things really well (the true measure of any hotel)
- provides, in my view as a regular traveller to Guernsey, the best breakfast on the Island
- is spotlessly clean
- has a staff who are polite and caring (a credit to them and their management)
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In February 2010, Ian045 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Number one on TripAdvisor I was intrigued but certainly not disappointed. The staff
excelled from dealing with my booking request, through to making the room available
upon our early arrival. Nothing was too much trouble for them.The accommodation, a superior double was splendid, extremely spacious with a large beautifully refurbished bathroom. Breakfast was a most agreeable experience, and for those so inclined
there is a cosy bar which has a nautical theme. Highly recommended.
excelled from dealing with my booking request, through to making the room available
upon our early arrival. Nothing was too much trouble for them.The accommodation, a superior double was splendid, extremely spacious with a large beautifully refurbished bathroom. Breakfast was a most agreeable experience, and for those so inclined
there is a cosy bar which has a nautical theme. Highly recommended.
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In February 2010, Fonko said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
A well located hotel close to the centre of St Peter Port. Well appointed room with attractive decor and comfortable bed. Good breakfast - poached eggs just the way I like them. Cosy bar which does good food. Have stayed there 3 times over the past 12 months and have had a consistent experience. Book far enough ahead and the value for money is excellent.
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In February 2010, regularvisitor_10 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I have visited Guernsey on business every three months for the past 9 years and have stayed at this Hotel regularly, so i feel i am particularly well placed to write this review.
I have also stayed at many Hotels on the mainland so have much experience to compare.
I would rate this Hotel as excellent for everything from friendly caring staff to clean and comfortable accomodation.
You will be well looked after here and even the first impressions at the check in will be friendly and reassuring.
Breakfast here is a must........the food is freshly cooked, arrives quickly and the staff are keen to ensure your every need is met.
All the meals i have experienced in the evenings too have been a pleasant experience.
Although this Hotel is within easy reach of St Peter Port with its interesting shops and harbour views, it is far enough away from the noise of town life to ensure peaceful nights sleep and that country feeling.
It is quite simply the best hotel in Guernsey for the above reasons and i highly recommend it.
I have also stayed at many Hotels on the mainland so have much experience to compare.
I would rate this Hotel as excellent for everything from friendly caring staff to clean and comfortable accomodation.
You will be well looked after here and even the first impressions at the check in will be friendly and reassuring.
Breakfast here is a must........the food is freshly cooked, arrives quickly and the staff are keen to ensure your every need is met.
All the meals i have experienced in the evenings too have been a pleasant experience.
Although this Hotel is within easy reach of St Peter Port with its interesting shops and harbour views, it is far enough away from the noise of town life to ensure peaceful nights sleep and that country feeling.
It is quite simply the best hotel in Guernsey for the above reasons and i highly recommend it.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In March 2010, DJGDerbyshire said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I usually stay here when I'm travelling on business but have just booked for a few days holiday in June. I agree with the other reviews. The staff here are really lovely. I stay maybe 4 times a year on business and they remember you. Breakfast is always good. As I usually eat out I cannot comment on the food in the evening, but the bar is great for an evening drink.
The refurbished rooms are excellent and I always book one of these. The older rooms are a bit dated but are always clean.
The hotal is next door to The Guernsey Museum, small but definitely worth a visit and their gardens have a spectacular view over the ocean.
I too have stayed in other larger hotels in Guernsey but The Duke of Richmond is my favourite by a long way
The refurbished rooms are excellent and I always book one of these. The older rooms are a bit dated but are always clean.
The hotal is next door to The Guernsey Museum, small but definitely worth a visit and their gardens have a spectacular view over the ocean.
I too have stayed in other larger hotels in Guernsey but The Duke of Richmond is my favourite by a long way
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In April 2010, HughJersey said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We have stayed at the hotel a few times before and each time, the quality of service is just as good. The staff are efficient and very attentive and courtious, always reffering to you as sir or madam. The hotel is smart, and has an ongoing refurbishment plan to ensure all the facilities and rooms are refreshed and new-looking. Some rooms have great views over St Peter Port bay and harbour, out to the islands of Herm and Sark. The hotel is at the top of a hill to the north of the town, but the hill is not too steep to reach by foot, especially via the nearby manicured public gardens.
The hotel is close to the Beau Sejour centre, used for all sports and cultural events. We visit each year for our daughter's dancing competitions. The hotel is so handy.
The hotel is close to the Beau Sejour centre, used for all sports and cultural events. We visit each year for our daughter's dancing competitions. The hotel is so handy.
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In April 2010, Richmond2 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Yet another excellent weekend at the Hotel so enjoyed by the Society members attending.
The team have always looked after us so well on each occasion in the past when we have celebrated a Society event at the Duke of Richmond Hotel and I wish to formally express out gratitude to you on this occasion.
In particular the Hotel Manager responsible for the detailed arrangements and our thanks to the team of young waitresses who worked so hard in the Dining Room over the weekend. Their personal service was both friendly and efficient.
Clearly very well trained and led by the Restaurant Manager.
The team have always looked after us so well on each occasion in the past when we have celebrated a Society event at the Duke of Richmond Hotel and I wish to formally express out gratitude to you on this occasion.
In particular the Hotel Manager responsible for the detailed arrangements and our thanks to the team of young waitresses who worked so hard in the Dining Room over the weekend. Their personal service was both friendly and efficient.
Clearly very well trained and led by the Restaurant Manager.
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In April 2010, shunter09 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The service was excellent, being disabled the staff cared for my needs, from reception right through to the porters everybody was so helpful, all I can say is I hope to be able to stay again soon, I wish to put on record the hotel surpassed all expectations and I will close this short message in saying thank you.
Mr R Turley Channel Island Specilist Society.
Mr R Turley Channel Island Specilist Society.
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