Old Government House Hotel & Spa

4.8/5 based on 1955 reviews
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Just had a week’s holiday here and cannot find anything negative to say! What a wonderful hotel! Everything about it was first class from the moment we arrived. All the staff went above and beyond to make us comfortable. The bedroom was beautiful and the linens and towels were of the highest quality. Breakfast in the lovely dining room was plentiful with choices to suit even the fussiest of eaters!
We cannot recommend this hotel highly enough and hope to make a return visit.
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My husband and I recently stayed at the Old Government House hotel and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The staff were so welcoming and attentive and the whole experience made you feel special.
We look forward to staying again in the near future.
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First class service and presentation from the welcome drink when we arrived to the sincere good luck, hope to see you again on departure day.

Special mention to the very hardworking staff, always helpful, always with a smile on their faces. Nothing too much trouble.

Well equipped gym & spa and a heated outdoor pool. Centrally located in a good position , our room had a view of the harbour.

It’s the little bits that this hotel offers that makes it special, like a little confectionery gift that is left every night with the turn down service.
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Just back from an amazing trip to Guernsey. We stayed at the OGH hotel in the heart of St Peter Port. It certainly lived up to its 5 stars. From the moment we walked through the door we were made welcome by reception staff and Roberto the concerige Manager (who had a smile and chat for everyone ) who gave us a guided tour of the Hotel with a welcome drink , a lovely touch. From the restaurant staff who were attentive and professional to the chap who cleaned our room and created an Elephant from towels. First class service from everyone and nothing was too much trouble. As it was our wedding Anniversary the general manager left a lovely kind note and gift in our room. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning.
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Just returned from a short stay at The Old Government House Hotel and Spa. Having arrived early morning from the overnight ferry, excellent service began at the port with Roberto waiting to collect us for our prearranged transfer to the hotel. Bags were whisked into storage and refreshments were offered which was a lovely gesture and most appreciated.
Great service from Kris Ragoo, who kindly contacted us later that morning to say our room would be available early which was wonderful as we were very weary after a rather choppy ferry crossing the night before!
Check in was swift and efficient. Kris gave us a quick tour of the hotel to point out facilities and provide useful information before arriving in our room to find our bags already there. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble.
ALL staff were courteous, smiling and considerate making our visit to the hotel a very memorable experience. 5* rating well deserved. We loved it!
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Wow! They certainly earn their 5 stars here. Set up the hill overlooking the Marina in St Peter Port this grand hotel is delightful. We indulged in a magnificent afternoon tea in the brasserie looking onto the gardens and the island of Sark beyond. The food and patisserie was all made in house and the presentation was superb. Obviously not a cheap option at £40 per person but such a lovely treat! The service was so professional, first rate and charming with it. Do go if you can.
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Wow this place is great!
A true old world experience,with staff,attention and quality all at a standard that my wife and I thought had disappeared.
And it didn’t stop there!the ceo personally thanked me for my comments!
Will soon be stopping again at another of their hotels.
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Visiting friends who live in Guernsey, we booked the OGH for the weekend for a stay with our teenage children. We’ve had the most beautiful stay, made so, mostly, by the staff. Each and every one of them, has been totally outstanding. Always smiling, they go above and beyond and cannot do enough for you. A quintessential, old school charm kind of place, perfectly located and a must stay when visiting Guernsey.
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What a great hotel and fantastic staff. Nothing is too much. We had some nice conversations. Nice location. And English-style hotel. Everything so beautiful. Delicious food too. Thanks also Kris for all the tips you have given us.
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Center of the town. Clean hotel and very friendly staffs working at this place.
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If this hotel definitely deserves its 5 stars it is because of its staff both heloful and friendly (special mention to Pamela and all her good vibes.) Regarding its accommodations I wouldn’t be so generous. Of course the building is full of history and beautiful pieces of furniture. Yet the suite we stayed in was quite old fashioned and would definitely need some improvement (the fridge for example seems to be 30 years old and is empty with nothing in it). The food was good but the breakfast buffet is rather poor for a fussy eater. There is clearly here a great potentialité that is just waiting to be exploited.
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Our stay at this hotel was perfect, from start to finish: the hotel is beautiful, the room 323 luxurious, spacious and very bright, the bedding perfect. The garden of the hotel is very peaceful and allows for breakfast outside. Outdoor swimming pool, gym and spa area are an asset. The hotel is located in the centre of St Peter's and can therefore be done on foot. Note that the island is mostly visited by bike.
But above all, the staff at the hotel is amazingly kind and professional. I had a bike accident during my stay and all the staff were attentive and adorable with me. Kris at the front desk is a big asset for the hotel as it is perfect! He is very professional, always has a smile, is attentive with everyone, with always a nice little word. A thousand thanks Kris for room 323 and for allowing us to stay until the ferry departs.
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We absolutely loved this place! Welcoming from the start to the finish and all the way through with nothing too much trouble. Our German Shepherd was the star of the show and it's rare to find such a quality establishment accepting pets everywhere. Breakfasts were excellent and the curry room fantastic. The Brasserie is ok, but perhaps the menu could be more adventurous. Then again, being so central the the vast range of eateries throughout St. Peter Port we had some sumptuous food. Have to hand it to the CEO Jonathan Raggett, that the staff really do make the difference and if there are any discounts going to try other Red Carnation hotels then count us in! As it stands, we will be returning next year to Guernsey with pleasure!
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The hotel is super nice with a great Welcoming. Service is excellent. Kris was adorable and thanks to him we spent two dream days at the Hotel.
The room was very comfortable and the restaurant delicious.
I highly recommend this place and hopefully Kris will welcome you.
Thank you to the whole team for the care
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The positives:

The Historic and Very British Mood The Location The Garden The Pool The Room (King Master Suite) Staff Attentions Evening treats on the bed Super scones The quality of the sheets and towels And especially one of the members of the Welcoming very efficient to organize our visits and speaking perfect French

Less satisfactory points for a 5-star hotel:

For example, more cottage cheese this morning, jams Bonne Maman (in a 5 star (bof)), very average pastries, few bread choices, no chocolate sauce, cereals presented in sachets no possibility of having fresh juices pressed, no lobster offered, sandwich afternoon Tea that should be presented more beautifully in small quantities Cutlery steel and not silver metal, overall the kitchen deserves more refinement and more flavors
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Excellent service, accommodation, and food. Great for relaxing. Very comfortable, and elegant surroundings. Spa is good value.
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It is rare to find top service nowadays, but this is what we experienced at the OGH. Kris was superb, handling our queries and saving us time and money on an item left at the airport. Saitish was fantastic in the bar. Both a credit to the hotel, many thanks
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My first solo trip as a widow. I was met with kindness, efficiency and a staff group that were absolutely brilliant always. The hotel is beautiful, super clean, exactly as described on the website and amazingly comfortable. The room was looked after beautifully during my stay and the staff were there to meet every need. Amenities wise, I mainly used the bistro where fresh local fish and vegetables were the order of the day. Great recommendations from the team and again service that couldn’t be faulted. The grounds are lovely with a great pool which was welcome after the heat of the day. Highly recommended.
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We are pleased that we chose the lovely Old Government House hotel earlier this month. The staff’s helpfulness and professionalism were on target when our AC wasn’t working in our room. We greatly appreciated Kris and his staff with this situation. They switched our rooms and we couldn’t have been happier.

Breakfast was delicious - continental and cooked menu options gave us excellent choices. We will choose this wonderful hotel again if we return to Guernsey.
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We are traveling from East Riding of Yorkshire to Guernsey via Poole ferries as I write this.
This is the 4th visit for us in a year so that speaks volumes.
On our previous visits to OGH have been wonderful. I had a special birthday there, our wedding anniversary, a Christmas event, and a few family meal/ stays which this 5 ⭐️ hotel was the perfect venue.
It’s truly got to be the best hotel on St Peter Port. I will enclose some photos of our stays and I’m sure you will understand too why it’s the only 5 star hotel on the island.
Beautiful historic building, Gorgeous clean rooms, lovely welcome at reception. Bars, communal rooms ( piano/ music) and stunning restaurant with menu’s to suit any palate.
Unfortunately we left this holiday booking ( July 25 ) too late therefore “no rooms at the Inn”
So lesson learned there! .
We will still visit The old government house for meals and drinks and hopefully get a few day passes to their fantastic pool and spa. I best not forget the Staff! Very attentive, fun, friendly, and most of all very professional. ❤️
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We just had to leave a review after another amazing holiday at the OGH. Great room with a view of the pool, great food, beautiful building in an ideal central location. Andrew, your staff are amazing, greeting us every day as if we were old friends, and we felt so welcome we can’t wait to come back. I always say it’s unfair to name names as without exception all the staff we encountered were brilliant, but a special thank you to concierge Stuart, Alessandro, Siya and Alice in the restaurant and Lovejoy in the bar , who introduced me to my new favourite drink 😊. Thank you again and we can’t wait to come back! Julie & Ben.
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Wonderfully attentive staff across the whole hotel! The Brasserie was a delight to dine in. Bryn, Alice, Joy and all of the team couldn’t do enough for you. The personification of high quality staff that obviously enjoy their jobs and love to interact with guests. I saw the staff treat all guests with respect and went out of their way to be of assistance and help in any way. Truly lovely people.
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I had the most amazing authentic English afternoon tea experience at The Old Government House Hotel & Spa with my fiancé and his mum.
Everything was perfect—from the elegant setting to the beautifully arranged tiered stand of sandwiches, scones, and sweet treats. The tea selection was lovely, and the staff were absolutely amazing—so warm, welcoming, and attentive throughout our visit.
It was such a special and memorable afternoon in a truly charming and historic setting. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to enjoy a proper English afternoon tea in Guernsey. We’ll definitely be back!
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Fantastic evening at the OGH. Delicious seafood platter, brilliant, cocktails, and wonderful service throughout the evening. The staff even created a bespoke coffee with a picture for Tessa my dog. Alessandro and his team five star as always.
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Excellent!
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