Local Reviews
In June 2016, kmcroberts622 said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Our room was petite with a 'city view' of what we guessed was a hostel? The room was wonderfully decorated and in a bigger room would have been beautiful but in our room the overall feeling was of clutter. We had no room to unpack our own belongings so needed to leave the majority of our belongings inside our suitcase.
The location was also a little disappointing - a bit further away from St Peter Port than we had believed when booking.
However, there were highlights. The pool (heated) was fabulous, the breakfast was terrific and the staff were stars. Our female waitperson at breakfast time was pleasant, efficient and attentive and at reception Sofia and Gaelet were very helpful and great fun.
The location was also a little disappointing - a bit further away from St Peter Port than we had believed when booking.
However, there were highlights. The pool (heated) was fabulous, the breakfast was terrific and the staff were stars. Our female waitperson at breakfast time was pleasant, efficient and attentive and at reception Sofia and Gaelet were very helpful and great fun.
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In June 2016, Skytourist said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Location just above St Peters Port is great, its just a short walk down/up. The hotel has an old school feel to it with American art, statues from the Raj and a black and white flooring that makes me think of Art Deco. Lots of stairs up and down to get to the rooms and also in the rooms so maybe not the most wheelchair friendly. Breakfast was very good £16 if not negotiated in the cost. A very quiet and comfortable night.
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In June 2016, Gill P said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just returned from our 3rd stay at The Duke of Richmond and it was wonderful as ever.
The decor is amazing - never seen such a display of elaborate animal print furnishings as those throughout the foyer and restaurant.
Have stayed in 3 different rooms now and each has been very individually decorated and spotlessly clean. Again very elaborate - nothing dull here!
The attention to detail is fantastic. The staff are supremely professional. Whilst I've never dined in the restaurant in the evening the breakfast menu is extensive and nothing too much trouble.
The decor is amazing - never seen such a display of elaborate animal print furnishings as those throughout the foyer and restaurant.
Have stayed in 3 different rooms now and each has been very individually decorated and spotlessly clean. Again very elaborate - nothing dull here!
The attention to detail is fantastic. The staff are supremely professional. Whilst I've never dined in the restaurant in the evening the breakfast menu is extensive and nothing too much trouble.
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In June 2016, VEROPALO said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Just spent a night at this great hotel. A little pricey but worth it for this standard of hotel. It was £148 a night, including an amazing breakfast. There was all the usual breakfast items plus a great menu including the full English breakfast plus kippers plus omelette plus haddock plus plus plus. This was not 'or' it was anything you wanted. Delicious freshly squeezed orange juice. An excellent breakfast.
On arrival in the hotel, we were told to help ourselves to lemon juice in a large dispenser in the foyer, so lovely and refreshing and just what I needed after the ferry ride.
Our bedroom was just beautiful, with monogrammed pillows and towels, blue and white padded walls. The bathroom was small but as my husband said, the best quality toilet paper we've ever had at any accommodation anywhere. These things are important.
The staff were all friendly, helpful and pleasant from the staff on the reception desk, to the staff who stored our luggage, to the staff in the dining room.
All in all a really great stay. We would definitely stay again if we ever returned to Guernsey.
On arrival in the hotel, we were told to help ourselves to lemon juice in a large dispenser in the foyer, so lovely and refreshing and just what I needed after the ferry ride.
Our bedroom was just beautiful, with monogrammed pillows and towels, blue and white padded walls. The bathroom was small but as my husband said, the best quality toilet paper we've ever had at any accommodation anywhere. These things are important.
The staff were all friendly, helpful and pleasant from the staff on the reception desk, to the staff who stored our luggage, to the staff in the dining room.
All in all a really great stay. We would definitely stay again if we ever returned to Guernsey.
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In April 2016, Elaine J said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We spent a week here at the end of \March. Excellent hotel with great service from efficient and personable staff. Our initial room was very nice but just too small for us - we like something a little bigger and this is what we thought we had booked. So not a great start but the reception staff were brilliant and offered a choice of diffent rooms. We ate in most nights and the food was very good - |I must particularly comment on the bar staff who were marvelous. St Peters Port is on a hill but nothing unmanageable and Guernsey is a real find - we loved the whole holiday.
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In April 2016, summertimespecial said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Stayed at OGH over the Easter break and have to say had a great time in a laid back but highly professional Hotel. We were lucky to be upgraded to a larger room. Staff and service excellent throughout. Excellent choices at breakfast with buffet and cooked to order. We dined on two nights, once in the Curry room and once in the Brasserie with both being very good. We would return if back on Guernsey.
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In April 2016, peter m said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
if you want good old fashioned service,this is the place for you.The rooms are lovely,
With food to die for.I recommend the' High Tea' but if you do, dont have dinner until late!Theres so much.We all felt totally relaxed from the moment we arrived.
Nothing was to much trouble. Plenty of space to relax in and only a minute walk into Town.
May I mention Harry Seepaul, he has been at the Hotel for forty years,what a wonderful guy,Andiswa( Front of House)she was fantastic,Joseph,Ken and Daniel
so helpful in the restuarant, their attention to detail made it so easy for us. But I must point out.ALL the staff were first class..We are in the process of re-booking another break.
With food to die for.I recommend the' High Tea' but if you do, dont have dinner until late!Theres so much.We all felt totally relaxed from the moment we arrived.
Nothing was to much trouble. Plenty of space to relax in and only a minute walk into Town.
May I mention Harry Seepaul, he has been at the Hotel for forty years,what a wonderful guy,Andiswa( Front of House)she was fantastic,Joseph,Ken and Daniel
so helpful in the restuarant, their attention to detail made it so easy for us. But I must point out.ALL the staff were first class..We are in the process of re-booking another break.
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In April 2016, william z said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We had stayed at the hotel before and they seem to get better each visit. The decor throughout the hotel is sumptuous and inviting, the rooms are beautifully appointed and the dining and entertainment facilities just beg you to use them. The hotel has free wireless which works flawlessly and there is a fitness center that rivals any stand alone fitness club. The hotel is a few minutes walk from downtown St Petersport. The staff is very helpful and go out of their way to be of assistance. This is THE place to stay in Guernsey.
The hotel is part of the Red Carnation Group, a hospitality company that specializes in high end properties.
The hotel is part of the Red Carnation Group, a hospitality company that specializes in high end properties.
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In April 2016, Belinda N said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Beautiful elegant hotel. Spotlessly clean. Amazingly caring and helpful staff. The public rooms are a delight. We thought our meals were stunningly good. My only caveat is that the bedrooms are on the small side. They are however very luxurious.
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In May 2016, Hellywobs said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This was the 3rd times we'd stayed at the OGH, we stayed over the Easter weekend. First the good - the hotel is lovely and the staff very courteous, you can't fault the service, cleanliness of rooms and little touches like Easter eggs.
I was however a little disappointed with the restaurant, where I feel the size of the portions was rather small. The food tasted good but there really wasn't nearly enough of it. I felt that it was better in previous years,
I also tried the spa this time, which was enjoyable but I would have expected there to be new, non-ripped magazines in the chill-out room. I am wondering whether economies are leading to slight degradations in quality. The hotel just didn't see quite as good as in previous years.
I was however a little disappointed with the restaurant, where I feel the size of the portions was rather small. The food tasted good but there really wasn't nearly enough of it. I felt that it was better in previous years,
I also tried the spa this time, which was enjoyable but I would have expected there to be new, non-ripped magazines in the chill-out room. I am wondering whether economies are leading to slight degradations in quality. The hotel just didn't see quite as good as in previous years.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk