Local Reviews
In September 2013, ozrob63 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We took a discovery package, including dinner, breakfast, picnic pack and car hire. Although a bit pricey it was good value. The hotel is beautiful in the old English style, staff overly attentive at times, food excellent and location good( don' t try dragging suitcases uphill from ferry unless very fit). A friend had recommended this hotel and I am pleased she did- we had a lovely stay, in a grand manner.
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In September 2013, Murray_D47 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My wife and I stayed at the OGH recently and enjoyed our stay. In general, the hotel is excellent as is the service and the rooms are very nice. We stayed in a King Room and it had everything we wanted and was very well appointed. The only reasons I cannot give the hotel the full 5 star rating are the noise and some of the furniture in the rooms, which looks great but is not comfortable. I have been to Guernsey quite a few times but have always stayed outside of St Peter Port and had nice quiet nights conducive to a good sleep. At the OGH we had to sleep with our windows open as the A/C is now switched off for the year and it was too warm without the windows open. However our windows opened out to the back of the hotel and every morning between 02:30 and 03:00 the rubbish is picked up by a large noisy truck which woke us like clockwork every night. There is also quite a lot of road noise in general. The hotel cannot help where it is located so the noise I accept is unavoidable, but I will not stay in the center of St Peter Port again but will return to quieter areas. We also had some chairs in our room, which fit in very nicely with the overall decor of the hotel, but they were terrible to sit on so ended up just being coat racks.
While this review sounds more negative than positive, I want to qualify this and must add that the OGH truly is a fantastic hotel with many, many good attributes although you definitely pay for these privileges. There is a wide selection of places to eat and drink, great outdoor areas to sit weather permitting, and the quality of food and service is excellent. But for the noise in our case we would have been happy to give the OGH a five star rating.
While this review sounds more negative than positive, I want to qualify this and must add that the OGH truly is a fantastic hotel with many, many good attributes although you definitely pay for these privileges. There is a wide selection of places to eat and drink, great outdoor areas to sit weather permitting, and the quality of food and service is excellent. But for the noise in our case we would have been happy to give the OGH a five star rating.
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In July 2014, PaulArdoch said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From the moment one arrives until departure this hotel lives up to every expectatiom, the breakfast choice and quality is superb, the staff are attemtive, the management are on the ball amd the building itself if a wonderful colonial building that makes one fee the Governer is still in residence. Great relaxing areas both indoors and outdoors and the swimming pool area is a real sun trap even if you dont want to actually brave the water!
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In July 2014, thebucks1 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have stayed at the OGH seven times over the last 13 years, the last time in June 2014. It is a lovely hotel, perfectly situated to walk the charming town of St. Peter Port. The staff is amazing! After our first time staying there in 2001, we have never even considered another hotel on Guernsey. Since the Red Carnation Group took control a few years ago, the hotel has gotten even better. You won't regret booking at this hotel.
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In July 2014, Grinda said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Lovely friendly staff to greet you on your arrival, nothing is too much trouble. Homely and beautifully furnished bedroom - faultless. Breakfast was delicious and relaxing. Lots of lovely places to sit and relax - again with friendly attentive staff. 2 minutes walk to the High Street and other restaurants. Fantastic spa facilities. Did not want to leave and would only ever return to this hotel and would recommend to everyone. All hotels should be run like this.
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In July 2014, BlueBl said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just back from a 3 night stay at OGH with my elderly mother. The rooms and overall ambience definitely deserve the 5 stars awarded and the food was so good that we had no desire to eat elsewhere, but it was the staff who made our stay more than pampered. I'd particularly like to thank the concierge JARO who was so understanding about my mother's disability and made sure that we were able to go and explore/enjoy the area without a care in the world.
I told JARO where I wanted to visit and as any good concierge he sorted every step of our trip, from the moment we left the hotel to the moment we arrived back. But it was the fact that JARO was so attentive to our needs. Even when we travelled to Sark, the driver of the horse and cart that met us commented out of the blue about how friendly and respectful JARO was whenever he spoke to him (even though he hadn't met him in person). The rest of the staff were all friendly and very helpful and couldn't do enough for us. So thank you OGH for the fantastic memories we have of our holiday.
I told JARO where I wanted to visit and as any good concierge he sorted every step of our trip, from the moment we left the hotel to the moment we arrived back. But it was the fact that JARO was so attentive to our needs. Even when we travelled to Sark, the driver of the horse and cart that met us commented out of the blue about how friendly and respectful JARO was whenever he spoke to him (even though he hadn't met him in person). The rest of the staff were all friendly and very helpful and couldn't do enough for us. So thank you OGH for the fantastic memories we have of our holiday.
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In July 2014, Chris L said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
It is not hard to see why this hotel commands good reviews. We have just stayed for 4 nights and cannot fault it. The room was very comfortable. Attention to detail is consistent . Staff can not do enough for you. The outdoor pool is warm and well maintained. The food in the brasserie for breakfast and dinner is excellent. As another reviewer commented it was a nice touch that staff took the time to remember and greet us by our name. This is not though a cheap break. However the hotel does live up to its five star rating
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In July 2014, Gilly F said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
It was lovely to be greeted with smiles and positive reactions to all requests. From parking our car to helping with directions. Everything was a pleasure. The hotel is an oasis in the middle of town, within walking distance of shops and restaurants should you want to venture outside at all! The staff are charming and polite. Immaculately dressed and always there when needed. It was a delight and we will be back.
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In July 2014, Trainman6 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Probably the best hotel I've ever stayed in, certainly the best I've paid for myself. Staff were unbelievably attentive and universally excellent. Breakfast was outstanding with huge choice and fine quality. Stay there, you will not regret it
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In July 2014, No_No_No_Yes said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Back to Guernsey on business and to the solid OGH - hasn't changed a bit - apart from a decoration upgrade. Everything is just right here - only one complaint, my room was incredibly warm even with the window open.
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