Local Reviews
In February 2011, Hoopers070 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned from a three night stay at the OGH and felt we must write a review
to spread the word on what a fabulous hotel this is. Firstly the customer service is to be highly commended, with nothing being too much trouble and that goes for every member of staff we encountered. You are made to feel very special and not just a number like many large hotels, by the second day most of the staff were refering to us by name. We booked a suit and what a treat that was with fine tasteful decor with old world charm, very spacious and clean with a huge bed. The food was excellent too we had also booked the degustation menu which is a seven course dinner with wine to match every course...one word Sumptuous a very special evening indeed one which we would recommend to anyone who enjoys the fine dining experience. The brasserie was excellent too even though we were within easy walking distance of the town we ate at the hotel all three nights again with excellent service and waiter recommendations. After a days walking the coast which was beautiful by the way we arrived back at the hotel to a well deserved afternoon tea, another option not to missed full of sumptuous elegance. The location of the hotel is also a bonus just a short walk down into St Peters Port with many shops, a large harbour and castle so a car is not neccesary although we did hire one for 2 days (arranged by the hotel) so we could see all the sights and get around the coast. All in all a lovely three days on a beautiful little island full of charm and romance. This hotel really is a hidden gem and we would highly recommend it to anyone. We would like to thank all staff and management for giving us such a memorable experience. We will be back soon.
to spread the word on what a fabulous hotel this is. Firstly the customer service is to be highly commended, with nothing being too much trouble and that goes for every member of staff we encountered. You are made to feel very special and not just a number like many large hotels, by the second day most of the staff were refering to us by name. We booked a suit and what a treat that was with fine tasteful decor with old world charm, very spacious and clean with a huge bed. The food was excellent too we had also booked the degustation menu which is a seven course dinner with wine to match every course...one word Sumptuous a very special evening indeed one which we would recommend to anyone who enjoys the fine dining experience. The brasserie was excellent too even though we were within easy walking distance of the town we ate at the hotel all three nights again with excellent service and waiter recommendations. After a days walking the coast which was beautiful by the way we arrived back at the hotel to a well deserved afternoon tea, another option not to missed full of sumptuous elegance. The location of the hotel is also a bonus just a short walk down into St Peters Port with many shops, a large harbour and castle so a car is not neccesary although we did hire one for 2 days (arranged by the hotel) so we could see all the sights and get around the coast. All in all a lovely three days on a beautiful little island full of charm and romance. This hotel really is a hidden gem and we would highly recommend it to anyone. We would like to thank all staff and management for giving us such a memorable experience. We will be back soon.
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In February 2011, jhopkins495 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We were made to feel special from the moment we arrived. Our was parked for us, luggage taken to our room and a personal guided tour of the hotel. Although our double room was a bit on the small side, the comfortable bed, luxurious towels and special extras certainly made up for this. A special Birthday cake was delivered to our room on the exact day which was such a surprise. The seven course meal in the fine dining restaurant was excellent and the staff were so attentive. This was a luxurious hotel which was in no way pretentious. We were made to feel 'at home' and part of a big warm family. What more could you want!
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In March 2011, feriani said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I regularly stay in this hotel when I'm on business in Guernsey. Great location and world class service. I highly recommend it. SF
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In March 2011, Melody110808 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
An excellent hotel with a level of service that is exceptional. great food and wines, comfortable room and a welcome that is designed to enhance your stay. for that special occasion the restaurant is just perfect, intimate with discreet service that tends to every need, we had the seven course degustation menu which was delicious. Ideally situated just a short stroll to the shopping area and harbour, parking is not the easiest but valet parking is offered and was gratefully accepted. This is a superb country house hotel in the middle of a busy little town, but the peace and quiet it provided made our stay ideal when we needed to chill out.
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In March 2011, Marian M said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I cannot describe sufficiently well enough, what a wonderful hotel and staff at the OGH are.
The room(s) were superb quality, an added surprise as we had booked via Airmiles.
The meals in the brasserie were top quality and the attention to detail exemplary.
My husband was taken to hospital with a suspected heart attack during our stay and the staff treated me with extreme kindness, more like a family member than a stranger in their midst. Nothing was too much trouble for them; sorting out my travel arrangements, taking me to and from the hospital daily and transferring me and all my luggage to our next destination. Thank you so, so much. A very high quality establishment, much to recommend to any one. (Yes my husband has recovered, thank you.)
The room(s) were superb quality, an added surprise as we had booked via Airmiles.
The meals in the brasserie were top quality and the attention to detail exemplary.
My husband was taken to hospital with a suspected heart attack during our stay and the staff treated me with extreme kindness, more like a family member than a stranger in their midst. Nothing was too much trouble for them; sorting out my travel arrangements, taking me to and from the hospital daily and transferring me and all my luggage to our next destination. Thank you so, so much. A very high quality establishment, much to recommend to any one. (Yes my husband has recovered, thank you.)
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In March 2011, BoBBournemouth said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My partner & I flew over from the South Coast for a long w-end break and found this delightful Spa Hotel five minutes walk up the Hill from the Port at St Peters. Charming & elegant in every way. Hand picked staff made us feel very relaxed and welcome. Simply....Turn up, Sign in, and Tune out of the hustle & bustle of your daily routine. Try Guernsey travel Service for booking the complete package. We found this very competetive. We will go back !! A & W from Bournemouth.
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In April 2011, alee32 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From the minute we arrived, we were treated to exceptional service and felt very special; the room was outstanding overlooking the port and superbly decorated and equipped. We ate in the Brasserie, the Intimate Governors Restaurant and enjoyed Champagne High Tea. Quality of Food was superb and a very high level of service. Simply nothing was too much trouble. Monique and Ken were exemplary in their service and customer skills. An excellent 3 nights in a heavenly enviroenment and we can't wait to return.
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In May 2011, ChrisAndOthers said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
A return visit after 20 years and what a great idea. We stayed in the Classic room which was very comfortable and we think better value than the Queen room which our friends stayed in.
The service provided by the staff was very good throughout the hotel. The attention to detail and the little extras such as a card with the next day's weather forecast, were very welcome. Not that you need this as you can look this up in the Internet TV in your room, but why can't you get Radio2?
On Saturday we ate in the Govenor's Fine Dinning room and had the Degustation menu with wine. This is seven courses with wines chosen for each course. This is something we highly recommend you try. The service provided was superb, the food amazing and the wines fantastic.
We won't be waiting another 20 years before we return again!
The service provided by the staff was very good throughout the hotel. The attention to detail and the little extras such as a card with the next day's weather forecast, were very welcome. Not that you need this as you can look this up in the Internet TV in your room, but why can't you get Radio2?
On Saturday we ate in the Govenor's Fine Dinning room and had the Degustation menu with wine. This is seven courses with wines chosen for each course. This is something we highly recommend you try. The service provided was superb, the food amazing and the wines fantastic.
We won't be waiting another 20 years before we return again!
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In May 2011, Planner73_10 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We received the best service we have ever received at any Hotel anywhere. Exceptionally helpful staff in all roles from reception, concierge, waiting and cleaning staff. Nothing was too much trouble, clean, pompt, friendly at all times. Our hire car was brought to the door promptly and parked every time.
We were unable to get a table at the Governors restaurant which was disappointing as we would have loved to try the degustation menu. We went to the Brasserie restaurant instead, really enjoyed it, very well prepared food and good menu. Served by excellent friendly staff.
I am afraid breakfast was always a little disappointing mainly because the choice wasnt there and portions a bit small. Wife had smoked haddock and poached egg, very small portion. Nevertheless it didn't spoil our stay
Loved it, an individual hotel with real quality.
We were unable to get a table at the Governors restaurant which was disappointing as we would have loved to try the degustation menu. We went to the Brasserie restaurant instead, really enjoyed it, very well prepared food and good menu. Served by excellent friendly staff.
I am afraid breakfast was always a little disappointing mainly because the choice wasnt there and portions a bit small. Wife had smoked haddock and poached egg, very small portion. Nevertheless it didn't spoil our stay
Loved it, an individual hotel with real quality.
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In May 2011, n4pla said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Nice hotel, great location, staff friendly. Annoyingly we arrived early and were unable to check in, the receptionist said we would have to wait for our roo , unless we wanted to pay for an upgrade and could then check into a room now! What a con, obviously the way the hotel makes profit but trying this with guests! When checked into the room, it was ting, the smallest hotel room, I have eve stayed in. Great view ove the pool but room tiny and could not walk properly around the bed without walking into the wall. The tv on the wall was hanging off the bracket and had to be fixed a could have easily fallen off and injured us, sadly the hotel were not concerned by health and safety and di not offe us another room t move too. Tv was fixed the following day as promised by a helpful and polite. Restaurant staff helpful and polite with my food allergies. Although no chance of a romantic night in the restaurant as although there was only 2 other tables occupied, we got stuck righ on top on them and could hear the conversations word for ward, hardly romantic at all and very unnecessary as the restaurant was empt. Spa staff helpful, I had a shellac treatment which went wrong and they corrected it no problem at all and were lovely. Would def recommend the spa but not the hotel, fo the price of the rooms, they are far too small and not worth it,
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