Local Reviews
In July 2013, 2008bau said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Our stay at the ogh was brilliant. My wife thoroughly enjoyed the holiday to celebrate her 40th and our daughter (eva) absolutely loved her stay and all the goodies that came her way. The staff were very attentive and our daughter took a real shine to Ken who treated her very well indeed.
In terms of plus points and minus point .... All plus points and nothing negative to report : - )
In terms of plus points and minus point .... All plus points and nothing negative to report : - )
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In July 2013, Charisma5 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
OGH; splendid in every way except watch out for bedrooms 131-135: they don't have any view and almost no natural daylight which, for a hotel charging these rates is a bit much. The rooms in the pictures are obviously not these few!
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In July 2013, Thestarsarah87 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I spent two nights with my sisters in this beautiful hotel for a relaxing getaway! The afternoon tea we had in the garden area was one of the highlights of our trip. Delicious scones and nothing beats drinking champagne in the sunshine!
The gym area is very well equipped for a hotel gym, with a steam room and sauna available as well.
The new Crown Club is sophisticated and modern and the perfect location to relax with a cocktail.
The rooms are beautifully decorated with a lovely personal feel. I loved the l'occitane products!
The gym area is very well equipped for a hotel gym, with a steam room and sauna available as well.
The new Crown Club is sophisticated and modern and the perfect location to relax with a cocktail.
The rooms are beautifully decorated with a lovely personal feel. I loved the l'occitane products!
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In July 2013, david1960uk said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Having experienced the fantastic Oyster Box, we decided to book the OGH as it is in the Red Carnation group too. There are some excellent features to the OGH but enough small criticisms to leave us slightly disappointed.
Positives
The location a couple of minutes in a quite area above the hill from town is excellent.
The service staff in all areas were very good (arguably slightly too attentive at times)
The Curry Room dining experience is simply first class...not to be missed!
Negatives
Our room (316) was fairly small and cramped for a 5 star establishment. The view was of an adjacent street and a tiny corner of the garden.
The bathroom was certainly not 5 star. A simple bath with an over bath shower that required a plastic non-slip mat really didnt look great and was not what we had expected.
I don't appreciate paying service charge on restaurant meals taken in the hotel when a staying guest.
The drinks in the new Crown club are expensive (£12 for a Mojito compared to £7.50 in the lounge area).
We had a lovely stay but overall didn't think this was a true 5 star experience although the room price most certainly was!
Positives
The location a couple of minutes in a quite area above the hill from town is excellent.
The service staff in all areas were very good (arguably slightly too attentive at times)
The Curry Room dining experience is simply first class...not to be missed!
Negatives
Our room (316) was fairly small and cramped for a 5 star establishment. The view was of an adjacent street and a tiny corner of the garden.
The bathroom was certainly not 5 star. A simple bath with an over bath shower that required a plastic non-slip mat really didnt look great and was not what we had expected.
I don't appreciate paying service charge on restaurant meals taken in the hotel when a staying guest.
The drinks in the new Crown club are expensive (£12 for a Mojito compared to £7.50 in the lounge area).
We had a lovely stay but overall didn't think this was a true 5 star experience although the room price most certainly was!
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In July 2013, Duncan F said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just spent 4 nights in the lap of luxury. Yes, we were born before 1960 and loved the period ambience. Staff were excellent and nothing was too much trouble from the Front Desk up to and including Below Stairs. The room was spacious and well maintained and the provision on our arrival of Champagne to help us celebrate was a bonus. We made full use of the outdoor swimming pool but the gym area was avoided due to our age!! We can thoroughly recommend the hotel if you wish to pamper yourselves.
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In July 2013, JimFiremac said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Fantastic hotel. Great service provided by friendly, welcoming staff in a classy but laid-back environment. We were really disappointed to leave but work & mundanity called, I'm afraid. We will definitely return, hopefully sooner rather than later.
Full marks to the whole team. They couldn't have done better. We loved the place!
Full marks to the whole team. They couldn't have done better. We loved the place!
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In July 2013, julia811 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This is a great hotel. Even before we arrived staff had asked us our preferences and ensured small details like having decaf tea/ hair items in my room were sorted. When we arrived the staff were fantastic - no detail was overlooked.This is a perfect hotel to treat a loved one in as the staff are brilliant and location is fab. Definitely worth upgrading to a sea view room though as room is larger than the standard one and has a better bathroom.Lovely pool area and olive grove for dining outside. Food was fantastic. Took my mum this time - Looking forward to returning with the boyfriend soon!
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In July 2013, Peter W said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Thoroughly enjoyed our five night stay at the OGH Hotel. 5 star hotel at 4 star price! Room was, although not large, perfectly adequate and very comfortable, as was the bathroom. Public rooms were spacious and well appointed. The pool was heated to 29 degrees even in July! and was as comfortable as the loungers. Nice touches were sunscreen available at the poolside and weather forecast left in the room during turndown service. But one of the outstanding assets of this hotel was its staff. All were courteous and helpful, and superb at making you feel welcome, and "at home". The food is also worthy of praise, breakfast - excellent, dinner - superb and if you get the chance try their picnic (which for us was part of a "discovery" package that included 2 days of car hire and a dinner in the Brasserie), generous almost to an excess. The food was great and china plates, salt and pepper pot, and eight pieces of cutlery each made it very special (if heavy!).
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In July 2013, ausbiz said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I have just returned from a one week visit of Guernsey and the OGH. I quite enjoyed the "welcome back" and the smiles from the team.
As before I had a great time, everyone was very attentive and helpful from the first day until departure. Thank you to all the ladies at the reception.
Meeting and talking to Harry Seepaul, Director Guest Services again was great.
I liked my room very much it was always in good order, most of the time it was serviced during breakfast. The room was opposite the small office of "Housekeeping". I liked to talk to the ladies and the Head Housekeeper every time I went out or returned, best neighbours I ever had.
The events with "ClassyCool" was amazing so were the food and drinks offered. Also thank you for supporting the Town Carnival it was well worth it.
Breakfast was very good every day a different choice of "hot selections". I had lunch and dinner at the Brasserie. My favourite is the "crispy roast baby chicken" and for lunch the "House sandwiches".
Room Service was very fast and the tray with the food looked nice.
I am looking forward to returning to the OGH.
As before I had a great time, everyone was very attentive and helpful from the first day until departure. Thank you to all the ladies at the reception.
Meeting and talking to Harry Seepaul, Director Guest Services again was great.
I liked my room very much it was always in good order, most of the time it was serviced during breakfast. The room was opposite the small office of "Housekeeping". I liked to talk to the ladies and the Head Housekeeper every time I went out or returned, best neighbours I ever had.
The events with "ClassyCool" was amazing so were the food and drinks offered. Also thank you for supporting the Town Carnival it was well worth it.
Breakfast was very good every day a different choice of "hot selections". I had lunch and dinner at the Brasserie. My favourite is the "crispy roast baby chicken" and for lunch the "House sandwiches".
Room Service was very fast and the tray with the food looked nice.
I am looking forward to returning to the OGH.
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In July 2013, Carol T said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
It was our second visit to the Old Government House in Guernsey and this time we took my mother (78) for her birthday. Our experience was first class even before we arrived with the Hotel's team emailing to ask if they could arrange anything for us ahead of our trip. On arrival we were greeted by exceptional, warm and friendly staff - an experience which continued throughout our visit. The hotel is ideally located in the heart of St Peter's Port,a brief walk to the marina and shops. The facilities are 5 star with a lovely pool area and a variety of choices as to bar or relaxation areas. The food is to a gigs standard as is the service - the team catered to our every need but in such a way as to make us feel extremely relaxed. They were flexible and able to cater to all ages, young and old. We travel a lot and this is easily up there with some of the best 5 start hotels that we've stayed in - the friendly, engaging staff make it the perfect place to stay when in Guernsey.
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