Local Reviews
In September 2012, Winchester_11 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We too booked in January this year for a 5 night stay and on arrival were allocated a room in the Venue, which is not what we expected. The room was OK but we felt very "out of it". The walk through the gardens is pleasant enough, but a fairly steep incline for anyone less able, with no warning that this is the case.
It would have been good for the lunch and evening menu to be posted in the Venue, to save traipsing back down the garden. Regret that we felt the meals to be overpriced, so ventured out to find superb restaurants elsewhere ( there is no shortage on the island) Also felt that the Restaurant ambiance lacked any atmosphere ( possibly because of its size)
The Hotel promotes its view - but be warned, realistically you can only see a small patch of sea at best.
Regret that we wont be back as we felt a bit "ripped off" on the entire package and I am sure that we could have done a better deal elsewhere.
It would have been good for the lunch and evening menu to be posted in the Venue, to save traipsing back down the garden. Regret that we felt the meals to be overpriced, so ventured out to find superb restaurants elsewhere ( there is no shortage on the island) Also felt that the Restaurant ambiance lacked any atmosphere ( possibly because of its size)
The Hotel promotes its view - but be warned, realistically you can only see a small patch of sea at best.
Regret that we wont be back as we felt a bit "ripped off" on the entire package and I am sure that we could have done a better deal elsewhere.
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In September 2012, JohnHaddenhamUK said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We found this hotel excellent in every way - a very well run, comfortable and unpretentious hotel in a beautiful setting. All the staff were helpful and the food delicious. The dining room was attractive and we enjoyed coffee after our meal in the lounge or library.
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In September 2012, gillyc33 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Just returned from this beautiful hotel, set high up the valley overlooking the sea. All the staff could not have been more helpful, they really go out of their way for you. The rooms are spotless and spacious, with added complimentary services of fresh fruit, sherry, and toiletries. The hotel has a complimentary bus which will take you into St. Peter Port during the day, the taxi fare is £7 back or £1 on the number 7 bus. We ate at the Rock Gardens, a trendy restaurant within the hotel. The food was delicious and service once again great and good fun. We managed to hire bikes from Cycleworld who actually deliver and collect from the hotel. The cycle routes are clearly marked and this gave us a great insight into how lovely Guernsey is. Whenever we got lost, someone seemed to be than pleased to help us even coming out of their houses ! We took the boat across to Herm and did the circular walk over there, what a beautiful unspoilt island that is! and with places to eat and drink. We had one meal out that was at Da Nellos once again great service, and super food with great atmosphere. There is so very much to see on this wonderful island... and cannot wait to return and stay once again in the Fermain Valley hotel it covered all our expectations and more thank you so much for a super four days.
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In September 2012, hellebore49 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
I booked online earlier in the year, after compiling a list of hotels in Guernsey for consideration, (as I have especially complex dietary needs). This was the hotel that replied more or less instantly, with a very positive response to my query. I am always rather nervous of going unseen/unrecommended so far from home, but I was not disappointed.
We had a wonderful welcome, and a personal chat with the chef of the day, who, with his team, ensured I was well catered for during our week's stay.
All the staff were very professional and friendly in their approach, and genuinely seemed happy in their jobs.
We had a wonderful welcome, and a personal chat with the chef of the day, who, with his team, ensured I was well catered for during our week's stay.
All the staff were very professional and friendly in their approach, and genuinely seemed happy in their jobs.
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In October 2012, Pitpony said about Fermain Valley Hotel
A four star hotel set above St Peter Port on Guernsey which boasts excellent views from bedroom windows. Very well presented and is worth every one of its stars. Food in the restaurant is excellent and breakfasts are cooked to order, not sat under hot lights drying out as is the way of a lot of hotels. A car is a must if you wish to see all of the island although there is a courtesy bus to the town and airport. Not a hotel for children as they are not catered for in the sense that there is no play ground etc. The swimming pool is small but adequate for swimming, there is also a sauna. The staff were polite and attentive, nothing too much trouble. We enjoyed our stay, and would recommend to freinds. My only concern being that we felt there should be a warning on the bedroom patio doors to take care when using the decking when wet as it becomes a slippery surface and someone could break an ankle/leg easily.
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In October 2012, Sue B said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We decided to choose the Fermain Valley Hotel for our October break in Guernsey and what a great decision.
From the moment we walked through the door until our departure five days later the staff of the Fermain were outstanding, except one young lady in the restuarant, who I feel could do better with her customer relations. The management, understanding a mistake had been made dealt with it with professionalism you would expect from a four star hotel.
The Valley Restuarant partaking in the Tennerfest, delivered a three course meal for £10 which was excellent value for money, and whilst being extremely busy were efficient and attentive, I can only congratulate you all.
The accommodation was extremely comfortable, even to finding fresh milk in the fridge everyday after requesting it when we first arrived. As for the Sherry, what a great touch.
The gardens were beautiful and if able I urge you to walk through the gardens to Fermain Bay and walk to St Peter Port, plenty of seats to relax and take in the magnificent views. Imagine Bluebell Wood in May!
For the first time to have a break from driving we used local buses, what a great experience, I have never experienced such helpful bus drivers, who went out of their way to ensure you reached your destination and all for a £1, in my experience unknown anywhere else in the UK.
The staff and management of the Fermain Valley Hotel should be proud of their achievements, and I thank you very much for making our stay enjoyable.
From the moment we walked through the door until our departure five days later the staff of the Fermain were outstanding, except one young lady in the restuarant, who I feel could do better with her customer relations. The management, understanding a mistake had been made dealt with it with professionalism you would expect from a four star hotel.
The Valley Restuarant partaking in the Tennerfest, delivered a three course meal for £10 which was excellent value for money, and whilst being extremely busy were efficient and attentive, I can only congratulate you all.
The accommodation was extremely comfortable, even to finding fresh milk in the fridge everyday after requesting it when we first arrived. As for the Sherry, what a great touch.
The gardens were beautiful and if able I urge you to walk through the gardens to Fermain Bay and walk to St Peter Port, plenty of seats to relax and take in the magnificent views. Imagine Bluebell Wood in May!
For the first time to have a break from driving we used local buses, what a great experience, I have never experienced such helpful bus drivers, who went out of their way to ensure you reached your destination and all for a £1, in my experience unknown anywhere else in the UK.
The staff and management of the Fermain Valley Hotel should be proud of their achievements, and I thank you very much for making our stay enjoyable.
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In October 2012, barrie p said about Fermain Valley Hotel
just returned having spent a 3 night break there.We have nothing but praise ,food to die for,excelent room with sea view,friendly helpful staff,plenty of tea and coffee in your room not like some places,bed turned down at night.Easy to get into st peter port.would recomend to friends.We will go again.thanks to all staff.
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In October 2012, David H said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Rarely is anything perfect but I have to rate the Tennerfest meal as one of the best for the least amount. Amazingly delicious food,plenty of choice and well presented in an atmosphere of tasteful elegance.
Undoubtedly the best value for money worth telling all my friends and booking for another meal.
Undoubtedly the best value for money worth telling all my friends and booking for another meal.
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In October 2012, Berti U said about Fermain Valley Hotel
lovely hotel to visit with a spouse or girlfriend. breakfast was very good and food in general was very satisfying. we stayed few days and booked a skipper to go around the island. Would recommend this place for few days if you travel to channel islands.
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In October 2012, petalcatkins said about Fermain Valley Hotel
I ate at this hotel only the other week on the fabulous tennerfest menu. I can honestly say hand on heart that the soup was not watered down and my partners fish pie was not 'water with mash' added to it. He thoroughly enjoyed his meal, as did I. Yes the restaurant was heaving and I am confident that if the food was so bad as MD (a previous review) had said it was then surely the restaurant would be empty. It makes me so cross when people write such awful things that are simply not true.
The atmosphere was lifted, maybe a little hectic but buzzing. The only corridors I know of are up where the rooms are and I am confident there were no people eating up there.
Well done Fermain Valley Hotel for being so busy and remaining to serve good food for Tennerfest and literally for only a tenner...
The atmosphere was lifted, maybe a little hectic but buzzing. The only corridors I know of are up where the rooms are and I am confident there were no people eating up there.
Well done Fermain Valley Hotel for being so busy and remaining to serve good food for Tennerfest and literally for only a tenner...
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