Local Reviews
In April 2016, zpyder said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We stayed at the OGH to celebrate my wifes birthday, along with our anniversary of getting engaged, and a 6-month anniversary of getting married!
The hotel is certainly very grand, the outside is quite understated, but as you step through the doors you enter another world of "5-star specialness".
The hotel is quite labyrinth-like, with many small areas with distinctly different decor and atmospheres. We received a very comprehensive tour of the hotel on the way to our room, and I'm sure if we had stayed longer we'd have made full use of all the different rooms.
As the hotel was quiet (Guernsey doesn't really get in to tourist season until the end of March) and to help us celebrate the previously mentioned occasions, we were "double upgraded" from the basic double room, to a Seaview Kingsize room.
The room was massive, the bed the biggest we've ever seen, it was wider than it was long, and the view out over the harbour was amazing.
My wife was pre-booked in to the spa for some treatments, and she loved every one of them. The spa staff were very friendly and accomodating, and whilst I was waiting with her it seemed like a lot of people were coming and going, showing the spa to be a popular place with the locals.
We didn't eat in either of the restaurants, but we did make use of the included breakfast. The waiters were very attentive, and my when my half-canadian wife asked for pancakes with bacon, the very friendly waiter instinctively knew to ask "With maple syrup?".
We also made use of the afternoon tea service. It was certainly a very special highlight of our stay at the OGH. Very generously sized portions, excellent drinks, in an excellent surrounding.
The location of the hotel in the town is quite convenient to walk in to the shops and down to the harbour, though it is up a slight hill, so those with restricted mobility may struggle. I personally found it fine though, but I am a keen walker.
If you hire a car for your stay, note that there isn't any convenient parking at the hotel. However there is a valet service and so all you need to do is pull up outside the hotel, and a member of staff will park the car in their dedicated parking for you.
Overall, I can't recommend the OGH enough. I'd love to return during the summer, but the 5-star price tag may be prohibitive. It really is worth it though if you can afford it.
The hotel is certainly very grand, the outside is quite understated, but as you step through the doors you enter another world of "5-star specialness".
The hotel is quite labyrinth-like, with many small areas with distinctly different decor and atmospheres. We received a very comprehensive tour of the hotel on the way to our room, and I'm sure if we had stayed longer we'd have made full use of all the different rooms.
As the hotel was quiet (Guernsey doesn't really get in to tourist season until the end of March) and to help us celebrate the previously mentioned occasions, we were "double upgraded" from the basic double room, to a Seaview Kingsize room.
The room was massive, the bed the biggest we've ever seen, it was wider than it was long, and the view out over the harbour was amazing.
My wife was pre-booked in to the spa for some treatments, and she loved every one of them. The spa staff were very friendly and accomodating, and whilst I was waiting with her it seemed like a lot of people were coming and going, showing the spa to be a popular place with the locals.
We didn't eat in either of the restaurants, but we did make use of the included breakfast. The waiters were very attentive, and my when my half-canadian wife asked for pancakes with bacon, the very friendly waiter instinctively knew to ask "With maple syrup?".
We also made use of the afternoon tea service. It was certainly a very special highlight of our stay at the OGH. Very generously sized portions, excellent drinks, in an excellent surrounding.
The location of the hotel in the town is quite convenient to walk in to the shops and down to the harbour, though it is up a slight hill, so those with restricted mobility may struggle. I personally found it fine though, but I am a keen walker.
If you hire a car for your stay, note that there isn't any convenient parking at the hotel. However there is a valet service and so all you need to do is pull up outside the hotel, and a member of staff will park the car in their dedicated parking for you.
Overall, I can't recommend the OGH enough. I'd love to return during the summer, but the 5-star price tag may be prohibitive. It really is worth it though if you can afford it.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In April 2016, roger n said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We've had a three night break courtesy of Premier Holidays. Flights from Southampton, an upgraded room and two complimentary lunches or dinners at the OGH or its sister, Duke of Richmond. We tried both and the food was superb in both hotels.
The OGH has the most amazing staff/guest ratio with nothing being too much trouble. Impeccable but not intrusive service and extremely friendly. Breakfasts were very good with a huge choice and the evening dinner was also very good (although nouvelle cuisine. taste versus quantity!!!!!!
whilst our upgraded room was well equipped, it was a tad small due to a Queen size bed. However a minor grouse as it is difficult to have everything right and it is a very old building.
An excellent hotel all round and totally complimentary to the attractions of Guernsey.
The OGH has the most amazing staff/guest ratio with nothing being too much trouble. Impeccable but not intrusive service and extremely friendly. Breakfasts were very good with a huge choice and the evening dinner was also very good (although nouvelle cuisine. taste versus quantity!!!!!!
whilst our upgraded room was well equipped, it was a tad small due to a Queen size bed. However a minor grouse as it is difficult to have everything right and it is a very old building.
An excellent hotel all round and totally complimentary to the attractions of Guernsey.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In April 2016, Anthony G said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My grandmother was the Governor of Guernsey's cook prior to the war and this was one of the factors in deciding to stay there. We choose Premier Holidays and flew from London City Airport, the only issue being that the flight had to go to Jersey first which was not good. However, we were upgraded to a King room with a sea view. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff and we were made to feel especially welcome.
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In April 2016, Elaine J said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We spent a week here at the end of \March. Excellent hotel with great service from efficient and personable staff. Our initial room was very nice but just too small for us - we like something a little bigger and this is what we thought we had booked. So not a great start but the reception staff were brilliant and offered a choice of diffent rooms. We ate in most nights and the food was very good - |I must particularly comment on the bar staff who were marvelous. St Peters Port is on a hill but nothing unmanageable and Guernsey is a real find - we loved the whole holiday.
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In April 2016, summertimespecial said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Stayed at OGH over the Easter break and have to say had a great time in a laid back but highly professional Hotel. We were lucky to be upgraded to a larger room. Staff and service excellent throughout. Excellent choices at breakfast with buffet and cooked to order. We dined on two nights, once in the Curry room and once in the Brasserie with both being very good. We would return if back on Guernsey.
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In April 2016, peter m said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
if you want good old fashioned service,this is the place for you.The rooms are lovely,
With food to die for.I recommend the' High Tea' but if you do, dont have dinner until late!Theres so much.We all felt totally relaxed from the moment we arrived.
Nothing was to much trouble. Plenty of space to relax in and only a minute walk into Town.
May I mention Harry Seepaul, he has been at the Hotel for forty years,what a wonderful guy,Andiswa( Front of House)she was fantastic,Joseph,Ken and Daniel
so helpful in the restuarant, their attention to detail made it so easy for us. But I must point out.ALL the staff were first class..We are in the process of re-booking another break.
With food to die for.I recommend the' High Tea' but if you do, dont have dinner until late!Theres so much.We all felt totally relaxed from the moment we arrived.
Nothing was to much trouble. Plenty of space to relax in and only a minute walk into Town.
May I mention Harry Seepaul, he has been at the Hotel for forty years,what a wonderful guy,Andiswa( Front of House)she was fantastic,Joseph,Ken and Daniel
so helpful in the restuarant, their attention to detail made it so easy for us. But I must point out.ALL the staff were first class..We are in the process of re-booking another break.
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In April 2016, william z said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We had stayed at the hotel before and they seem to get better each visit. The decor throughout the hotel is sumptuous and inviting, the rooms are beautifully appointed and the dining and entertainment facilities just beg you to use them. The hotel has free wireless which works flawlessly and there is a fitness center that rivals any stand alone fitness club. The hotel is a few minutes walk from downtown St Petersport. The staff is very helpful and go out of their way to be of assistance. This is THE place to stay in Guernsey.
The hotel is part of the Red Carnation Group, a hospitality company that specializes in high end properties.
The hotel is part of the Red Carnation Group, a hospitality company that specializes in high end properties.
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In April 2016, Belinda N said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Beautiful elegant hotel. Spotlessly clean. Amazingly caring and helpful staff. The public rooms are a delight. We thought our meals were stunningly good. My only caveat is that the bedrooms are on the small side. They are however very luxurious.
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In May 2016, Hellywobs said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This was the 3rd times we'd stayed at the OGH, we stayed over the Easter weekend. First the good - the hotel is lovely and the staff very courteous, you can't fault the service, cleanliness of rooms and little touches like Easter eggs.
I was however a little disappointed with the restaurant, where I feel the size of the portions was rather small. The food tasted good but there really wasn't nearly enough of it. I felt that it was better in previous years,
I also tried the spa this time, which was enjoyable but I would have expected there to be new, non-ripped magazines in the chill-out room. I am wondering whether economies are leading to slight degradations in quality. The hotel just didn't see quite as good as in previous years.
I was however a little disappointed with the restaurant, where I feel the size of the portions was rather small. The food tasted good but there really wasn't nearly enough of it. I felt that it was better in previous years,
I also tried the spa this time, which was enjoyable but I would have expected there to be new, non-ripped magazines in the chill-out room. I am wondering whether economies are leading to slight degradations in quality. The hotel just didn't see quite as good as in previous years.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In May 2016, Al K said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Very centrally placed in St Peter Port with good views across roofs tops, or over to the sea. Great hotel, quiet rooms, lovely linens and towels and very pleasant bathrooms. The staff are attentive, helpful and efficient. This isn't cheap, but you are getting a top notch stay, perhaps for a special occasion.
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