Local Reviews
In October 2017, DMSCAD said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Stayed at the Old Government House (OGH) in St Peter’s Port for four nights, having booked a corporate rate through work.
Check in lasted all of one minute, just how I like it and I was shown to my room, room 324. Note there was no lift in my part of the building.
The room had a very large bed with a sofa, chair and table, desk, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. The style was a bit old fashioned for me but everything was good quality, apart from the bath having a shower curtain (not very premium these days - most other high end hotels seem to have glass visors). The shower curtain smelt slightly mouldy.
Nice Clipper teas are provided with a tea pot. Good quality L’Occitane toiletries provided in the bathroom.
The turn down service in the evening brings a biscuit / sweets etc
Staff are good. I received a call soon after checking in asking if all was OK.
Having booked the corporate rate, I received four drinks vouchers on check in, one for every night of my stay.
Breakfast was on the whole good. There was a buffet of pastries, cheeses, meats, bread, cereals, yoghurts, fruits and juices. There is also a menu for items to be ordered from the kitchen. I tried the eggs royale (tasty but the hollandaise sauce was a bit watery), the scrambled eggs and smoked salmon (very tasty) and the full English (whilst nice, didn’t have beans so not a proper full English).
Service is the restaurant for breakfast is rather formal.
As OGH is part of Red Carnation Hotels, don’t forget to add your Virgin Flying Club number to your booking for currently 2,000 miles per night.
Overall, a very good hotel but old fashioned. Service in the restaurant is a bit too formal for me.
Check in lasted all of one minute, just how I like it and I was shown to my room, room 324. Note there was no lift in my part of the building.
The room had a very large bed with a sofa, chair and table, desk, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom. The style was a bit old fashioned for me but everything was good quality, apart from the bath having a shower curtain (not very premium these days - most other high end hotels seem to have glass visors). The shower curtain smelt slightly mouldy.
Nice Clipper teas are provided with a tea pot. Good quality L’Occitane toiletries provided in the bathroom.
The turn down service in the evening brings a biscuit / sweets etc
Staff are good. I received a call soon after checking in asking if all was OK.
Having booked the corporate rate, I received four drinks vouchers on check in, one for every night of my stay.
Breakfast was on the whole good. There was a buffet of pastries, cheeses, meats, bread, cereals, yoghurts, fruits and juices. There is also a menu for items to be ordered from the kitchen. I tried the eggs royale (tasty but the hollandaise sauce was a bit watery), the scrambled eggs and smoked salmon (very tasty) and the full English (whilst nice, didn’t have beans so not a proper full English).
Service is the restaurant for breakfast is rather formal.
As OGH is part of Red Carnation Hotels, don’t forget to add your Virgin Flying Club number to your booking for currently 2,000 miles per night.
Overall, a very good hotel but old fashioned. Service in the restaurant is a bit too formal for me.
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In October 2017, Traveller25351 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
The hotel is a classic building. Perhaps it was actually a Government House once. It has marbled floors and pillars at the entrance, wooden panels and has a real period feel. The rooms are very pleasantly decorated in a period style, bathroom highly contemporary and immaculate. Mine had both bathtub and shower. Great that not only does it have tea and coffee in the room, it has ground coffee and a cafetiere to prepare it in. Top points for that - it is so rare to have more than instant. Full breakfast was pleasantly modest and well prepared, Delighted that it included traditional black pudding. Would have been nice, though if good quality wholemeal bread had also been provided. Breakfast tables, especially centrally by the window, have a fabulous view over the bay, Herm and Jethou.
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In October 2017, shaunsouthern said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I'm not sure when I last stayed at a true five star rated hotel, but as we'd only planned to stay one night in Guernsey, we splashed out. The buildings themselves seem to span a wide area, including three restaurants, a spa and gym, and lots of rooms of varying sizes and costs. Ours had a sort of indoor balcony, which overlooked the sea, a small but very plush bathroom and an excellent bed. Everything was luxurious, in the room and throughout the building, and we made the most of our time there, visiting the spa (two jacuzzis, sauna and steamroom) and the indian restaurant for lunch on the day we left.
The staff parked my car for me in the hotels garage and were very helpful and friendly throughout. Breakfast was another luxurious affair, with all manner of fruit and juices, breads, cereals and a perfectly cooked breakfast with lots of other options available - my wife had crushed avocado and egg toast. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and top quality.
Perfect for a special occasion - not cheap, but it was true five star luxury from start to finish. An excellent location just up the hill from the port, affording us our balcony view over the sea.
The staff parked my car for me in the hotels garage and were very helpful and friendly throughout. Breakfast was another luxurious affair, with all manner of fruit and juices, breads, cereals and a perfectly cooked breakfast with lots of other options available - my wife had crushed avocado and egg toast. Everything was fresh, full of flavour and top quality.
Perfect for a special occasion - not cheap, but it was true five star luxury from start to finish. An excellent location just up the hill from the port, affording us our balcony view over the sea.
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In October 2017, DrewDenmead said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
The premier hotel on Guernsey without a doubt. With excellent little touches throughout your stay (welcome drinks, personalised welcome & leaving cards, tour of the hotel). Oh and the chocolates/sweets!
My wife and I went back to the OGH 26 years after our first visit - which was absolutely amazing. I promised to take her back and hoped not to be disappointed. I wasn't. The staff and service were excellent, they couldn't do enough for you. The food was absolutely scrumptious. The choice for breakfast was great, from fresh fruit (strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrant, blueberries....), to salmon/kippers, to sweet potato rosti & butternut squash pancakes and the full English, all served with elegance and style.
The hotel is located in St Peter Port, just up the hill a little way from the quayside. It is easy to get anywhere in the main town from. If you wanted a posh location to explore Guernsey from you simply couldn't do better.
My wife and I went back to the OGH 26 years after our first visit - which was absolutely amazing. I promised to take her back and hoped not to be disappointed. I wasn't. The staff and service were excellent, they couldn't do enough for you. The food was absolutely scrumptious. The choice for breakfast was great, from fresh fruit (strawberries, raspberries, blackcurrant, blueberries....), to salmon/kippers, to sweet potato rosti & butternut squash pancakes and the full English, all served with elegance and style.
The hotel is located in St Peter Port, just up the hill a little way from the quayside. It is easy to get anywhere in the main town from. If you wanted a posh location to explore Guernsey from you simply couldn't do better.
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In November 2017, Steven S said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We returned to this restaurant as our last experience was so enjoyable and as our ferry had been cancelled we thought we would take advantage of our extra time in Guernsey! We had a wonderful last evening made extra special by the tasty food excellent wine and the impeccable service. We took advantage of the Tennerfest the quality of the food was perfect and cheaper than usual thank you for a fantastic evening!
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In November 2017, Jameshymer said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Very nice hotel convenient location, excellent staff, lovely breakfast, disappointing evening meal. Unable to understand why the staff recommend restaurants in town rather than their own restaurant.The Spa area badly needs refurbishing.
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In November 2017, Christine W said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
The staff here are exceptional. Friendly, professional and very helpful and the hotel is beautifully furnished and the rooms very spacious and comfortable.
I enjoyed my stay here, I will definitely be back :)
I enjoyed my stay here, I will definitely be back :)
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In December 2017, TheaviatorShropshire said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
A feeling of being indulged pervades you as you walk through the door.
Excellent warm welcome. This place is very unassuming but once you step inside you know you are in for a treat.
We had a beautiful stay. I've left my shaving brush behind by mistake and we shall see how this is dealt with.
We will be back for a longer stay as soon as funds allow!!
Excellent warm welcome. This place is very unassuming but once you step inside you know you are in for a treat.
We had a beautiful stay. I've left my shaving brush behind by mistake and we shall see how this is dealt with.
We will be back for a longer stay as soon as funds allow!!
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In December 2017, Robert D said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My wife and I fancied a long weekend away in Guernsey and as we were travelling out of season thought it a good idea to stay neat St Peter Port as there is more to do there this time of year. Liked the look of the OGH and it was certainly a very good decision. The whole stay, as previous reviewers have stated, was very enjoyable and you constantly have the feeling of being well looked after. From the interior of the hotel, both rooms and common areas, to the high quality of service by the staff it was excellent. OK, the layout of some of the floors is a little unusual and takes a few try's to navigate, but it is more than compensated for by the lounge areas with open fires, the friendly bars and the variety of food in the restaurants. I particularly enjoyed the Curry Room where it the unusual menu was far removed from the normal UK curry restaurants we are used to. I cannot praise the hotel management and staff too highly and if you want an old fashioned indulgent break try this place out.
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In December 2017, 721kcollins said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just returned from a 5 day break. Reputation as the islands best hotel. Thoroughly justified. People,food survive outstanding. Will definitely return will not go anywhere else to stay on the island. Cant wait to go back in the Summer.
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