Local Reviews
In September 2016, dedicatedtraveller said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
Room 212 was very large, light and airy. The bed was amazingly comfortable and we both slept incredibly well.... we had the windows open all the time.. you could clearly hear the kitchen ventilation from 6.30am to end of dinner but it never disturbed us at all (it was pin drop quiet most of the night) If you had the windows closed you couldn't hear it but, fresh air over air con wins every time for us!
Beverage tray, safe, iron and ironing board and hair dryer in room. Great to have a little fridge too. Very nice biscuits.
Bathroom was large, the towels huge - real proper bath sheets! SO thick and fluffy - excellent!
We loved the hotel's art deco decor theme.. just seemed to work wonderfully well.
It's an easy walk into the centre of St Peter Port from the hotel, through the very pretty Candie Gardens. It's a slight slope coming back but not bad at all.
Breakfast was good... small choice of cereals, fruits, sliced meats & cheeses, yoghuts... lovely choice for cooked 'full English' and things like smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Generous portions given. Delicious fresh 'slice your own bread'. Minor quibble.. black pudding was very dense and heavy....
All the staff we met were first class.. so friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble.
Afternoon tea was SUPERB!! highly recommend it... we enjoyed every mouthful! Big bonus being able to choose which type of scone you wanted, sandwiches or savoury items... it's a 'must' if you stay at the hotel.
We had a fantastic time from start to finish... daren't go on the scales due to the 'help yourself' sweetie jars by the lift! can't wait to return!!!
Beverage tray, safe, iron and ironing board and hair dryer in room. Great to have a little fridge too. Very nice biscuits.
Bathroom was large, the towels huge - real proper bath sheets! SO thick and fluffy - excellent!
We loved the hotel's art deco decor theme.. just seemed to work wonderfully well.
It's an easy walk into the centre of St Peter Port from the hotel, through the very pretty Candie Gardens. It's a slight slope coming back but not bad at all.
Breakfast was good... small choice of cereals, fruits, sliced meats & cheeses, yoghuts... lovely choice for cooked 'full English' and things like smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Generous portions given. Delicious fresh 'slice your own bread'. Minor quibble.. black pudding was very dense and heavy....
All the staff we met were first class.. so friendly and nothing was ever too much trouble.
Afternoon tea was SUPERB!! highly recommend it... we enjoyed every mouthful! Big bonus being able to choose which type of scone you wanted, sandwiches or savoury items... it's a 'must' if you stay at the hotel.
We had a fantastic time from start to finish... daren't go on the scales due to the 'help yourself' sweetie jars by the lift! can't wait to return!!!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In September 2016, CD-sjp said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The hotels attention to detail and service was brilliant
As we were a large party of all ages they catered for all our needs
From arranging bike hire to return checking in for our flights -food was stunning and an amazing birthday was made for my sister-laws birthday
Afternoon tea recommend it is served on little picnic benches very cute and a good choice
Well done to the hotel staff
As we were a large party of all ages they catered for all our needs
From arranging bike hire to return checking in for our flights -food was stunning and an amazing birthday was made for my sister-laws birthday
Afternoon tea recommend it is served on little picnic benches very cute and a good choice
Well done to the hotel staff
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In September 2016, bobV7856BO said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
I am delighted to confirm that I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel which was a delight to stay at.
From the very helpful and attentive staff to the ambience of the hotel this was a most pleasant stay plus this breakfast and dinners were most appertising.
From the very helpful and attentive staff to the ambience of the hotel this was a most pleasant stay plus this breakfast and dinners were most appertising.
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In September 2016, Jeremy B said about Duke of Richmond Hotel
The Duke of Richmond Hotel is excellent The décor is slightly too swish for my taste but it is comfortable and made special by the staff. They are extremely helpful, relaxed and cheerful. Nothing was too much trouble and every service was with a smile. I thoroughly recommend a stay there
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In August 2016, Katfish_7 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Very nice hotel - lots of character, tastefully done, peaceful and not at all over bearing, given that it has a 5 star rating. The staff absolutely top everything off (with an odd exception) very polite, professional and efficient whilst being friendly. Finding it hard to identify anything that could add more than other reviewers have said. Dined in the Brasserie one night - food was very nicely done and as vegetarians we were catered for very well. Breakfast also nice - good selection -' take your time' type of breakfast.
Bedroom (139) was nicely done, spacious and spotlessly clean.
Location is excellent - short stroll down into the centre of St Peter Port. Overall highly recommend this hotel and its services.
Bedroom (139) was nicely done, spacious and spotlessly clean.
Location is excellent - short stroll down into the centre of St Peter Port. Overall highly recommend this hotel and its services.
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In August 2016, marcswitzerland said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
On our first trip to Guernsey we stayed at the 4 star Duke of Richmond Hotel which was nice. During said stay we learned that the Old Government House Hotel is owned by the same company and therefore decided to give it a try which we did this time.
And how was the experience at the OGH? Very friendly and well trained staff from A to Z. Great location - only a few steps from the Harbour. Nicely decorated room. Cozy and clean. The Hotel has lots of charm and the breakfast room is just one of a kind or in short just fantastic. Great breakfast buffet. With the aforementioned reasons it is clear that we will be back.
Highly recommended!
And how was the experience at the OGH? Very friendly and well trained staff from A to Z. Great location - only a few steps from the Harbour. Nicely decorated room. Cozy and clean. The Hotel has lots of charm and the breakfast room is just one of a kind or in short just fantastic. Great breakfast buffet. With the aforementioned reasons it is clear that we will be back.
Highly recommended!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, PappysCorsair said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
The Old Government House is a hotel that was built a very long time ago. It was built in 1796 as the Governor's house and then converted to a hotel in 1858.
The hotel appears to have been added to in sections over time. It has an unusual stately character that is hard to describe other than elegant,
The staff - all of them to a person - were fantastic. I had jotted down names, but the slip was lost on our way back home. They went out of their way for us in a manner I have never experienced. One example was that they took us by car to a restaurant they recommended, and then came again by car to get us from a different restaurant as the first had ignored our reservation.
The desk associate whose name I hopefully remember was Brianna. The gentleman who sat at a desk across the lobby from the fron desk was extraordinally helpful. I can not say enoug nice things about him, but I unfortunately misplaced his name. If he reads this review, I hope he knows his efforts and those of Brianna and all of the other staff were greatly appreciated.
We ate many of our meals at the hotel. Every meal was very good, breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the evenings we had dinner, we enjoyed the piano and singing of Paul Tongs. As we had a special date we celebrated one night, he played and sang a song I requested that my wife and I really love.
Our room faced the harbor with a balcony. Showing how old world charm can be enhanced by new technology, the balcony was protected by a full width window that could be raised entirely our of view, You could also lower a screen when the window was open if insects were encountered - which they were not.
While business brought us to Guernsey, our stay at the Old Government House made it seem like a vacation.
The hotel appears to have been added to in sections over time. It has an unusual stately character that is hard to describe other than elegant,
The staff - all of them to a person - were fantastic. I had jotted down names, but the slip was lost on our way back home. They went out of their way for us in a manner I have never experienced. One example was that they took us by car to a restaurant they recommended, and then came again by car to get us from a different restaurant as the first had ignored our reservation.
The desk associate whose name I hopefully remember was Brianna. The gentleman who sat at a desk across the lobby from the fron desk was extraordinally helpful. I can not say enoug nice things about him, but I unfortunately misplaced his name. If he reads this review, I hope he knows his efforts and those of Brianna and all of the other staff were greatly appreciated.
We ate many of our meals at the hotel. Every meal was very good, breakfast, lunch and dinner. One of the evenings we had dinner, we enjoyed the piano and singing of Paul Tongs. As we had a special date we celebrated one night, he played and sang a song I requested that my wife and I really love.
Our room faced the harbor with a balcony. Showing how old world charm can be enhanced by new technology, the balcony was protected by a full width window that could be raised entirely our of view, You could also lower a screen when the window was open if insects were encountered - which they were not.
While business brought us to Guernsey, our stay at the Old Government House made it seem like a vacation.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, 91MikeF91 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
to one of our favourite hotels, OGH continues to give brilliant service. Part of the Red Carnation Group of upmarket hotels, staff are highly trained, friendly and helpful, without being overly deferential - giving guests the feeling that they are being really pampered.
A short stay this time because of work pressures, we were lucky to enjoy really hot weather, mostly recharging batteries lazing by the pool, where Piers catered for every whim with fluffy white towels, drinks and snacks (try the steak sandwich) and then drinks in the bar and dinner in the Brasserie, which is (there is no other word) commanded by that most excellent of Maitre D's Ken, who has eyes everywhere ensuring that every one of 50 or so diners are being looked after to the max. Really good and not pretentious wines and food - though the menu has been pared to some extent, it still caters for all tastes (but please, please reinstate Ken's Steak Diane - a heavenly dish).
An excellent room, not large but with sea view, balcony and every facility that should be supplied by a 5 star hotel.
A really lovely, if too short, break - thank you once again OGH. We will assuredly be back.
A short stay this time because of work pressures, we were lucky to enjoy really hot weather, mostly recharging batteries lazing by the pool, where Piers catered for every whim with fluffy white towels, drinks and snacks (try the steak sandwich) and then drinks in the bar and dinner in the Brasserie, which is (there is no other word) commanded by that most excellent of Maitre D's Ken, who has eyes everywhere ensuring that every one of 50 or so diners are being looked after to the max. Really good and not pretentious wines and food - though the menu has been pared to some extent, it still caters for all tastes (but please, please reinstate Ken's Steak Diane - a heavenly dish).
An excellent room, not large but with sea view, balcony and every facility that should be supplied by a 5 star hotel.
A really lovely, if too short, break - thank you once again OGH. We will assuredly be back.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, Gary A said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Arrived on Friday to a very warm welcome from the staff and management. The room was very clean and extremely well kept. As I was there for business the staff and the management could not have gone further to make my stay any better. It's a shame I was working as I would love to get to see the Ireland.
As for the Ireland. I dropped my phone as I got into the car and thought that's is gone for good for good (as it would be in London). I was told don't worry someone would hand it in ( yah right, what planet are you from). I was then told someone walking alone the road found it and handed it into the hotel reception. Talk about renewing my faith in my fellow man. What a great place to live. I can not wait to go back again and again thank you for a wonderful stay.
Gary
As for the Ireland. I dropped my phone as I got into the car and thought that's is gone for good for good (as it would be in London). I was told don't worry someone would hand it in ( yah right, what planet are you from). I was then told someone walking alone the road found it and handed it into the hotel reception. Talk about renewing my faith in my fellow man. What a great place to live. I can not wait to go back again and again thank you for a wonderful stay.
Gary
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2016, mvfreitasbr said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Absolutely great hotel, with the best staff ever. Rooms are great, nice and comfortable. Centrally located close to the main business area. Nice gym and great household services. Breakfast could be improved. A place to remember! One of my favourite hotels in the world for historical reasons and great service!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk