Local Reviews
In September 2015, Warmade said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Stayed for 3 nights, which included an anniversary, and went for upgrade to a suite which gave super views over the harbour from a massive balcony. The room was comfortable and good sized and staff most attentive, helpful and very polite.
Restaurant was top notch so that we ate in 2 nights and well enjoyed the fayre.
Restaurant was top notch so that we ate in 2 nights and well enjoyed the fayre.
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In August 2015, Ladybirdtourist said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We visited the Duke of Richmond Hotel for an informal family gathering one Saturday. We had exclusive use of the Residents Lounge, which provided a stylish setting. The staff were very attentive and helpful, allowing us to move the furniture around to suit our needs. We were only there for drinks and didn't stay at the hotel, so can't comment much further. But I would certainly stay at the hotel on future occasions. There is a lovely sun terrace providing sea views, and the swimming pool looked inviting.
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In August 2015, SSUsmith said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Have just returned from a three night stay at the hotel over bank holiday weekend, family of 4 (children 5 & 1yrs).
I cannot fault the hotel at all, all the staff were so accommodating & friendly. They made such a special effort with my daughter (5yrs) with a special check-in, arranged a movie night for her, cupcake decorating class and room service delivered her favourite drink to our room, 10 minutes after arriving! Very impressive.
The hotel is lovely decorated, very clean & well maintained. Our room was a superior room, which was really big even after accommodating a travel cot & double pull out bed.
Breakfast was lovely with options of cereals, fruits, breads & croissants etc juices & smoothies and hot options of full English breakfast/ pancakes or waffles, served in the lovely conservatory or the terrace if the sun's out.
Briefly used the pool, which again was lovely just a shame the weather wasn't nicer otherwise we would have enjoyed this space more.
Hotel's location - 15 mins from town (cost £12 in cab), 10 minute walk to the start of town. Hotel is situated right near Candie gardens.
We received lots of special treats also as it was out wedding anniversary but don't want to spoil it for others.
Didn't get time to experience afternoon tea unfortunately but it looked amazing! And we can highly recommend Sunday lunch (£21.95 for 3 course).
Really loved this hotel & will definitely return in the future. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so special 💞
I cannot fault the hotel at all, all the staff were so accommodating & friendly. They made such a special effort with my daughter (5yrs) with a special check-in, arranged a movie night for her, cupcake decorating class and room service delivered her favourite drink to our room, 10 minutes after arriving! Very impressive.
The hotel is lovely decorated, very clean & well maintained. Our room was a superior room, which was really big even after accommodating a travel cot & double pull out bed.
Breakfast was lovely with options of cereals, fruits, breads & croissants etc juices & smoothies and hot options of full English breakfast/ pancakes or waffles, served in the lovely conservatory or the terrace if the sun's out.
Briefly used the pool, which again was lovely just a shame the weather wasn't nicer otherwise we would have enjoyed this space more.
Hotel's location - 15 mins from town (cost £12 in cab), 10 minute walk to the start of town. Hotel is situated right near Candie gardens.
We received lots of special treats also as it was out wedding anniversary but don't want to spoil it for others.
Didn't get time to experience afternoon tea unfortunately but it looked amazing! And we can highly recommend Sunday lunch (£21.95 for 3 course).
Really loved this hotel & will definitely return in the future. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so special 💞
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In September 2015, farndale said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
We have stayed here for a three night family break every year for the last three years during the summer.The hotel has a fabulous luxury chabbi chic feel,the staff are wonderful and very friendly but extremely professional.The location of the hotel is close to a lovely quiet secluded open park area on the edge of town yet only a 10 min casual walk into the hub of the night life of St Peters Port.A stay is highly recommended.
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In September 2015, bojen said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
This was a last minute holiday booking and how lucky were we to pick this hotel out of the few on offer. The staff were really helpful from the minute we got there till the minute we left. Service throughout our stay was really good
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In September 2015, Raven0011 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
This hotel has much improved since being taken over by the Red Carnation Group. We last stayed here 7 years ago. We stayed in room 407 which is a junior suite on the top floor. Whilst the weather was good the view was fantastic. The other 3 junior suits had their own private terrace with sun loungers which would have been nice if the weather had stayed sunny over the bank holiday, note that these rooms do not get the view. Our room decor was very confused, pictures of elephants mixed with an art decco mirrior, fabric on the walls. The comfort level of the room was very good with a very comfy 4 poster bed. Loccitane toiletries in the bathroom and good quality towels and bath robes. However breakfast service was slow and portion size inconsistent. Some of the staff were excellent others not so. There idea to have the kitchen staff on full view via a glass wall is a strange thing for a hotel. The menu choices for lunch an dinner could be more suited to being on Guernsey and make use of more local produce and perhaps have some more choices rather than using a blackboard for so called specials which were things taken from the regular menu and tweaked.
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In September 2015, richardbatho said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I've now stayed here twice and can highly recommend it. Very friendly and helpful staff, good food, and lovely rooms.
The thing that makes it is the decor, all the rooms decorated differently and in dramatic style, and the Leopard Bar is very cool and serves a good cocktail.
The thing that makes it is the decor, all the rooms decorated differently and in dramatic style, and the Leopard Bar is very cool and serves a good cocktail.
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In September 2015, alancmorris said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Our first holiday for two years and following advice of Consultants not to travel too far we chose Guernsey. With an array of hotels in travel brochures and on many websites we were somewhat confused but found the Duke of Richmond, although Four Star we were still uncertain whether we would cope with a Boutique Hotel.
With many questions we felt a telephone call would not go amiss but we need not have worried as all of our concerns were allayed with the help of the receptionist, answering all of our questions, ringing back then confirming our booking by email including a lengthy Preference Form to complete, seeking from the very start to welcome, help, and ensure an enjoyable stay.
The room was superbly decorated with every facility anyone could wish, including daily bottled water, fresh Guernsey milk upon request, a fridge and air conditioning at the touch of a button. The location was excellent being a short walk to St Peter Port Marina’s although a more challenging uphill return or even a pleasant walk through Candie Gardens.
If considering staying any length of time you should not be put off by the Leopard Restaurant Menu on the website, as extensive as it was, as there is also a Blackboard of Specials of the Chef’s Selection every day with fresh fish, local produce, at least four starters and four choices for the Main Course plus a variety of salads and mouth watering sweets. The breakfast menu was also superb with a multitude of cereals, fresh fruit and juices, continental, pancakes, waffles, omelette to a truly full English breakfast.
We could not have possibly asked for more from the “Team” of Staff, ensuring our every need was met, a lovely personal welcome and a hand written card welcoming us placed in our own room. They could not have made our stay more enjoyable, so caring an attitude all of the time, the warmth always conveyed and a genuine concern that all our needs were met was a joy to behold.
With a late afternoon flight home we just managed to squeeze in an Afternoon Tea, a very special treat, so enjoyable but not quite able to finish, fear not scones and cakes were carefully packed for our homeward journey. The Customs Officials took great interest in the Red Carnation package, passing round to other officials, leaving the cream on the cakes somewhat squashed but surviving well and enjoyed on arrival at home.
The final message from the Hotel was a hand written card wishing us a pleasant and safe onward journey and looking forward to welcoming us back in the near future - something we must try to ensure happens ...
With many questions we felt a telephone call would not go amiss but we need not have worried as all of our concerns were allayed with the help of the receptionist, answering all of our questions, ringing back then confirming our booking by email including a lengthy Preference Form to complete, seeking from the very start to welcome, help, and ensure an enjoyable stay.
The room was superbly decorated with every facility anyone could wish, including daily bottled water, fresh Guernsey milk upon request, a fridge and air conditioning at the touch of a button. The location was excellent being a short walk to St Peter Port Marina’s although a more challenging uphill return or even a pleasant walk through Candie Gardens.
If considering staying any length of time you should not be put off by the Leopard Restaurant Menu on the website, as extensive as it was, as there is also a Blackboard of Specials of the Chef’s Selection every day with fresh fish, local produce, at least four starters and four choices for the Main Course plus a variety of salads and mouth watering sweets. The breakfast menu was also superb with a multitude of cereals, fresh fruit and juices, continental, pancakes, waffles, omelette to a truly full English breakfast.
We could not have possibly asked for more from the “Team” of Staff, ensuring our every need was met, a lovely personal welcome and a hand written card welcoming us placed in our own room. They could not have made our stay more enjoyable, so caring an attitude all of the time, the warmth always conveyed and a genuine concern that all our needs were met was a joy to behold.
With a late afternoon flight home we just managed to squeeze in an Afternoon Tea, a very special treat, so enjoyable but not quite able to finish, fear not scones and cakes were carefully packed for our homeward journey. The Customs Officials took great interest in the Red Carnation package, passing round to other officials, leaving the cream on the cakes somewhat squashed but surviving well and enjoyed on arrival at home.
The final message from the Hotel was a hand written card wishing us a pleasant and safe onward journey and looking forward to welcoming us back in the near future - something we must try to ensure happens ...
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In September 2015, Jasonp69 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just returned from a 3 night stay at this hotel, superb position close to St Peters Port, room had a sea view although wasn't the biggest in the world but more than adequate, bathroom etc superb, all staff were very helpful, breakfast very good although not sure about watching the chef sweating away in the kitchen! Icing on the cake was our first night when we returned to our room to find a chilled bottle of champagne together with a wonderfully decorated bed (see pictures), a superb touch! Would highly recommend and will definitely visit again in the future.
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In September 2015, Gillian B said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Would highly recommend this hotel.Staff and service excellent with little details that change a good holiday into a memorable holiday. Outdoor pool was a bonus and swam in September .
Is a steep walk down into town and you should consider this is you have walking difficulties
Resturant and food of a high quality , with specials each day on the board.
Is a steep walk down into town and you should consider this is you have walking difficulties
Resturant and food of a high quality , with specials each day on the board.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk