Local Reviews
In October 2014, pinkandblue2 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just back from spending 4 nights in gorgeous superior room. It was our 44th wedding anniversary and we were not just given a complimentary glass of bubbly but then a whole bottle with their compliments. We love the island and we certainly love The Richmond. The staff are totally unintrusive and yet there for your every whim. Congratulations to you all on such a superbly run establishment. We cannot wait to come back. See you all very soon.
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In October 2014, C H said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We booked an Expedia special offer that included flights from Southampton plus 2 nights and 3 days at OGH. Went October 1st to 3rd. Our first visit to Guernsey and we had no particular expectations and just went to enjoy ourselves. The hotel was lovely, very clean, friendly helpful staff and excellent breakfasts. Our room (209) was very comfortable and beautifully decorated with a very nice bathroom. The public rooms were gracious and it was a pleasure to sit in the various rooms and on the terrace to enjoy the ambiance. Great central location and altogether a very positive experience. Highlight of our trip was walking around Herm in lovely sunny weather.
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In October 2014, Steve P said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Great staff very helpful and accommodating. The whole 3 night experience was let down completely on the last morning breakfast, the previous 2 breakfasts were 5 star plus, eggs Benedicte to die for, last one the "chefs" had 3 attempts at the Benedicte before I gave up in disgust. Not sure why they thought the plate it was served on should be scalding hot and the hollandaise sauce "cooked" on top of the eggs like a pancake with the eggs being hard, thought maybe the name "sauce" may have given it away. If this had been other than a 5* hotel charging best part of £200 per night b&b I may have understood their complete lack of culinary skills.
Be careful if they have a conference or large party on in the evening as the restaurant service deteriorates dramatically, as we found out one evening, again at £150 a couple for dinner that isn't really acceptable. That said the previous evening the dinner service was 5* +.
Poor room size and that with an upgrade to. Queen room. Double bed made with 2 single mattresses not the most comfortable.
Was it worth over £800 for 3 nights stay? Emphatically NO.
Be careful if they have a conference or large party on in the evening as the restaurant service deteriorates dramatically, as we found out one evening, again at £150 a couple for dinner that isn't really acceptable. That said the previous evening the dinner service was 5* +.
Poor room size and that with an upgrade to. Queen room. Double bed made with 2 single mattresses not the most comfortable.
Was it worth over £800 for 3 nights stay? Emphatically NO.
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In October 2014, starrylady said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
If you are looking to stay in a hotel where nothing is too much trouble for its staff, this hotel is the one for you. From the silent air conditioning in the luxurious bedroom to the sheltered pool area , you'll enjoy every moment of being looked after.
The hotel is perfectly situated five minutes from the ferry and buses nearby.Nice touches were the birthday cake delivered to our room just after our arrival and the hand made biscuits on departure. The hotel is part of the red carnation chain and we shall certainly look to stay at another of their hotels in the future.
The hotel is perfectly situated five minutes from the ferry and buses nearby.Nice touches were the birthday cake delivered to our room just after our arrival and the hand made biscuits on departure. The hotel is part of the red carnation chain and we shall certainly look to stay at another of their hotels in the future.
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In October 2014, yanhLondon_England said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
a 5-star hotel but without all the aloofness of traditional business- class hotels. We were there on a private visit but, despite the presence of various business conferences, we felt very welcomed with personal service and attention to detail. Recommended.
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In November 2014, Anitawhiting said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Had the most lovely nights sleep in the most comfy bed ever. The hotel is just gorgeous. Clean, cosy, classy, friendly and it felt like the staff genuinely wanted you to enjoy your stay. They catered for everything and proactively thought ahead for every eventuality. A 2minute walk from the pier and the shops. Absolutely loved it
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In November 2014, leo707 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Other reviewers have said it all. Excellent personal service throughout our week long stay with all the comforts you would expect from a 5 star hotel. Ate every night in the hotel either in the main restaurant or the small intimate Indian restaurant and the food was delicious. Only slight disappointment was the quite limited menu choice of the Indian dishes available on the menu as we would have liked to have tried more. Booked a room overlooking the harbour and this was on the first floor, which did mean the view was slightly affected by the extended roof of the building below but that didn't detract from the beautiful sunrise and sunset. The staff cannot be praised highly enough.
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In November 2014, AntiqKazz said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From the moment we arrived by ferry and met by Dale, we felt thoroughly spoilt and nothing was too much trouble. Loved The Curry Room, the breakfast was perfect, our champagne picnic on Herm was the best ever and cannot wait to repeat it. Surprise birthday cake was a lovely touch.
We loved our room. We just loved the whole three nights. The location was perfect.
We have never stayed in hotel where all the staff had such big smiles all the time. We cannot wait to go back again.
A huge thank you to all at The Old Government House Hotel for making every penny spent feel worth it.
Don't think about it, just book a stay now.
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We loved our room. We just loved the whole three nights. The location was perfect.
We have never stayed in hotel where all the staff had such big smiles all the time. We cannot wait to go back again.
A huge thank you to all at The Old Government House Hotel for making every penny spent feel worth it.
Don't think about it, just book a stay now.
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In November 2014, Grahame N said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From start to finish we had the best service from friendly, efficient and caring staff, nothing a problem, excellent service, excellent quality of food and beverage, except for not having any of the two Tawny Ports on there drinks list.
The only minor issue we had was the first room (Number 132) was noisy, you can hear the constant noise from an extract fan. But on mentioning to the staff we were immediately offered an alternative room, slept like a baby :-) Just a suggestion, but secondary glazing is a quick remedy to the noise.
In summary, absolutely brilliant stay and looking forward to returning in the New Year.
The only minor issue we had was the first room (Number 132) was noisy, you can hear the constant noise from an extract fan. But on mentioning to the staff we were immediately offered an alternative room, slept like a baby :-) Just a suggestion, but secondary glazing is a quick remedy to the noise.
In summary, absolutely brilliant stay and looking forward to returning in the New Year.
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In November 2014, tattyff said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Every aspect of this hotel is superb. We stayed in a classic room and even though the room was very small it did not detract from our stay.
Linens and towels are luxurious. Even the in room slippers were in a class of their own!!
The hotel is super quiet as all the walls of the hotel and bedrooms are covered in sound insulating fabric.
The staff were great and so attentive without being obtrusive. Breakfasts were superb served by delightful staff.
There are several cosy areas and I think my favourite was by the bar looking out on to the gardens and sea.
A lovely hotel with so much to commend it. Expensive yes but well worth it.
Definately a 5 star experience.
Linens and towels are luxurious. Even the in room slippers were in a class of their own!!
The hotel is super quiet as all the walls of the hotel and bedrooms are covered in sound insulating fabric.
The staff were great and so attentive without being obtrusive. Breakfasts were superb served by delightful staff.
There are several cosy areas and I think my favourite was by the bar looking out on to the gardens and sea.
A lovely hotel with so much to commend it. Expensive yes but well worth it.
Definately a 5 star experience.
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