Local Reviews
In March 2015, LukeB001 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Stayed here for a short break in Spring 2014 (a bit late in writing the review!).
The hotel is in the most wonderful location, and in my opinion, one of the best locations in Guernsey. A short 5 minute walk down to Fermain beach from the main hotel, and most rooms in the main hotel have sea views.
Service was excellent, great food, and rooms were very homely.
All in all, a great stay, and probably one of the top hotels on the island, not to be missed!
The hotel is in the most wonderful location, and in my opinion, one of the best locations in Guernsey. A short 5 minute walk down to Fermain beach from the main hotel, and most rooms in the main hotel have sea views.
Service was excellent, great food, and rooms were very homely.
All in all, a great stay, and probably one of the top hotels on the island, not to be missed!
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In March 2015, Nigel G said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We stayed here in February for a couple of nights. The service was first class - receptionist showed us to our room to assure that we were happy.
Very attentive staff who were looking around to ensure that they picked up guests' requests quickly.
We have booked to go back at the end of this month as a package including airfares from Gatwick and car hire from the airport.
Very attentive staff who were looking around to ensure that they picked up guests' requests quickly.
We have booked to go back at the end of this month as a package including airfares from Gatwick and car hire from the airport.
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In March 2015, Bachir B said about Fermain Valley Hotel
I stayed in the hotel for 6 nights in the summer of 2014 with my wife and daughter of 11. The hotel is set in a superb location, surrounded by nature. It is rather isolated from the neighbourhood due to the very steep terrain with pretty much no neighbours along the way down to the beach. I highly recommend a walk down to the small beach at the end of the cul-de-sac where you can have a nice cup of coffee whilst admiring the amazing scenery. The hotel is also a very short (and nice) drive to St Peter Port. We met some people who actually walked the short distance.
Back to the hotel: the room was very clean and homely, the bed very comfortable, the bathroom very functional. The best thing I found was having breakfast on the terraces outside the restaurant: let yourself be enchanted by the songs of the birds in the trees and the view of the blue sea.
A few negatives however: if you're driving there, the car park is very small and fills up very quickly. There is an overfill car park further up the hill but the steepness of the walk makes it not a favourite choice. The other things I didn't like are the swimming pool which is too claustrophobic - not a big hit with my 11year old - but more importantly if you have been given a room above the Rock Garden bar, then be prepared to live with the noise/music until the bar closes at 2am. We tried to change room on two occasions but the hotel was full. Despite all that we had a great time and great memories from that stay. I would highly recommend it.
Back to the hotel: the room was very clean and homely, the bed very comfortable, the bathroom very functional. The best thing I found was having breakfast on the terraces outside the restaurant: let yourself be enchanted by the songs of the birds in the trees and the view of the blue sea.
A few negatives however: if you're driving there, the car park is very small and fills up very quickly. There is an overfill car park further up the hill but the steepness of the walk makes it not a favourite choice. The other things I didn't like are the swimming pool which is too claustrophobic - not a big hit with my 11year old - but more importantly if you have been given a room above the Rock Garden bar, then be prepared to live with the noise/music until the bar closes at 2am. We tried to change room on two occasions but the hotel was full. Despite all that we had a great time and great memories from that stay. I would highly recommend it.
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In March 2015, Alastair C said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We booked a Platinum room for my wife's birthday get-away, and had an absolutely wondeful time. The room was lovely, with little touches like the complimentary decanter of sherry adding something special. Gavin and the other hotel staff all were keen that we enjoyed our stay as much as possible, and for example took time to remember our names and always used them when addressing us - again, reinforces the personal touch this hotel promotes. This personal touch even extended to a bottle of wine and a birthday card left in the room for my wife from the staff when we returned from a day's exploring! We ate in the Ocean restaurant for evening meals (Rock steakhouse was booked for a private event on the night we arrived, and not open the following two...) and each and every meal there was wonderful - both in terms of generous portion size and quality. Gavin was also very helpful prior to our stay, offering to help out with a query with using bank cards locally (conflicting and as it turned out incorrect information from Lloyds bank suggesting we would be charged a forex commission charge for using our cards!) All in all, we had a perfect few days' getaway, couldn't fault the hotel or staff, and will definitely be back! Thank you all very much indeed.
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In March 2015, Teatimetreats said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We travelled from Jersey where were spending 3 weeks to experience a taste of Guernsey . The hotel provided pick up from the airport with Lucas as driver. He could not have been more welcoming. The front desk staff were the sam, we immediately went down for lunch, which we were able to eat al fresco on the patios looking down the lush valley.
After lunch we walked down to the beach, totally natural.
Our room was large and well appointed looking down the valley. It had been refurbished to a luxury quality.
We chose the steak house for dinner, superb is the best word to describe the choice as well as the cooking and presentation.
As a Tea book author I was sorry to miss the opening of the new Tea Room, the next day but I had a peek and it will certainly be an excuse for me to come back.
After lunch we walked down to the beach, totally natural.
Our room was large and well appointed looking down the valley. It had been refurbished to a luxury quality.
We chose the steak house for dinner, superb is the best word to describe the choice as well as the cooking and presentation.
As a Tea book author I was sorry to miss the opening of the new Tea Room, the next day but I had a peek and it will certainly be an excuse for me to come back.
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In March 2015, ladyK3 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Here in the rain and it's still a Lovely hotel very friendly, clean and luxurious. Would recommend. It ticks all the boxes. I'd recommend in particular the Rock Garden Steak House with in the hotel it's lively and buzzing with atmosphere.
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In March 2015, Gill M said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We booked to stay for one night as a treat. Dinner in the Ocean restaurant was perfect - a delicious menu, good wine list and relaxed atmosphere. After dinner we were given a tour off the hotel including the new tea room and the Rock Garden restaurant and cocktail bar. It was great to see the hotel so busy, there was a real buzz about the place. The service was excellent too with our room being upgraded to a balcony room which made our stay extra special. A terrific team made us feel very welcome. We'll definitely be back.
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In April 2015, Letub77 said about Fermain Valley Hotel
We stayed at FVH for one night recently and the hotel was lovely and staff were amazing. We also hs a lovely meal at the steak house restaurant. Facilities are great including the car that picks up from the harbour. We will be returning again 😀
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In April 2015, Tina H said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Just returned from Guernsey and a 3 night stay at Fermain Valley.What a treat to discover its own little bay 5 mins downhill,could imagine in summer this is just perfect. The hotel itself is brilliant. Our room was lovely and had everything you needed. You can have breakfast brought to your room at no charge but why miss the amazing buffet selection as well as a choice of cooked dishes. Nothing is too much trouble and I saw many variations of the menu brought out. We had dinner 2 nights in Ocean and the standard was excellent. Used the swimming pool,which opens out onto a decked area for the hotter months and used the towels provided and even the bags to put your wet swimsuit in. The hotel will pick up and drop off from airport and take you to St Peter Port,which is 8 mins drive. This is a money saver, no taxis required. Would definitely recommend.
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In April 2015, FoodiemonkeyUK said about Fermain Valley Hotel
Booked as a surprise birthday present for my husband & it was indeed better than I anticipated. We arrived post walking to Lihou & were allowed to order lunch at 2.30 pm close to the end of lunch at the Ocean. It was SO impressive I'm still salivating over the steak, gambas, cracking valley salad, kale & asparagus. We stayed in a gold room which had everything you could wish for - great view of the valley, balcony to watch the sun go down, composite breakfast tray with everything you need. Sweet touches were the complementary bottle of sherry, local fudge, apples & water!!! Unbelievable. Lovely walk down to fermain beach (note you can now only park there with a permit so maybe not for the less able). We dined at the Rock Garden for dinner and loved the fact 1 hotel could offer 2 completely different dining experiences which were equally as wonderful. Rock Garden is more of a dinner place as the atmosphere, decor, steaks steaks & yet more steaks are a must here. You'll need to book as very popular. Although plenty for carnivores there are many fish alternatives & the oysters were great value. Sides are all super priced at £3.50 for the portion size. Drinks pricey but then they do pride themselves on being a cocktail bar. Bed super comfy & the swimming pool nice extra for the next day (warm for those who hate cold pools). This review would not be complete without the mention of the lovely staff here. From check in staff (Kim & Marianne) to the Ocean / Rock staff. Breakfast is also great value if staying at the hotel (pricey if non resident £13.50). Everything you would want from a hotel breakfast. Without a doubt I would stay here again.
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