Local Reviews
In July 2014, ausbiz said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I have just returned from another visit during Town Carnival. I like to thank everyone for organizing the Caribbean Night with Tropikal Vizions. The music and the barbecue was a big success.
All the employees worked very hard and I think you are the best staff I have ever met, very efficient and friendly. Dear Mr. Chantrell I hope you will let everyone know. Thank you.
From the arrival until departure I was really spoiled from breakfast to lunch, dinner and drinks at the bar. The quality of the food in the Brasserie Restaurant was excellent. I like the lamb curry best, I even had it twice.
As mentioned before you are really "my home away from home".
See you again next year.
All the employees worked very hard and I think you are the best staff I have ever met, very efficient and friendly. Dear Mr. Chantrell I hope you will let everyone know. Thank you.
From the arrival until departure I was really spoiled from breakfast to lunch, dinner and drinks at the bar. The quality of the food in the Brasserie Restaurant was excellent. I like the lamb curry best, I even had it twice.
As mentioned before you are really "my home away from home".
See you again next year.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2021, IanW474 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Our 3 nights here were not enough! We loved this place; from the amazing welcome at reception to our check out all the staff excelled themselves - nothing was too much trouble, as guests we felt as if we were the most special residents there!
Breakfast, both from quality and choice perspective was outstanding, and we had one of our best ever Indian meals in the Curry room. The hotel is elegant, very attractive with a lovely pool area, we can't think of anything detrimental to say about the place.
We stayed in room 204, and although one of the 'cheaper' rooms we had a lovely harbour and sea view, and although small had all the facilities you'd expect from a hotel of this standard.
The hotel is a short (uphill!) walk from the harbour and town - hopefully we will return to this wonderful island, and when we do we would without doubt stay again at the OGH.
Breakfast, both from quality and choice perspective was outstanding, and we had one of our best ever Indian meals in the Curry room. The hotel is elegant, very attractive with a lovely pool area, we can't think of anything detrimental to say about the place.
We stayed in room 204, and although one of the 'cheaper' rooms we had a lovely harbour and sea view, and although small had all the facilities you'd expect from a hotel of this standard.
The hotel is a short (uphill!) walk from the harbour and town - hopefully we will return to this wonderful island, and when we do we would without doubt stay again at the OGH.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In July 2021, Kath R said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This is such a lovely hotel, full of history yet luxurious, a friendly family feel with impeccable service. Dining in the garden or the restaurant is a great experience- breakfasts, afternoon teas, dinner in either the Indian dining room or main restaurant is superb. The chateaubriand was the best we had ever tasted! Just love this hotel and the team there
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In July 2021, chelsi1434 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My friend and I visited the spa for massage and use of steam and spa Joanne was our therapist so professional excellent service we really enjoyed our time there could have stayed in relaxation room all day !
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In July 2021, brownrann said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This was our second stay at OGH. Sadly, whilst our visit was very enjoyable we didn’t feel it matched our previous experience which was perfection. We had one or two issues that left us feeling disappointed. Firstly, we asked reception at OGH if they could arrange a taxi to collect us from the airport a week before we arrived and we’re told none were available! We googled taxis in Guernsey and on our second telephone call arranged a taxi!! Secondly, on the second day our room hadn’t been cleaned by 3.30pm in the afternoon. This is the first time in a five star hotel that we’ve experienced this. In fact, we had to ask for the room to be cleaned ourselves!Lastly, my wife was disappointed because she mentioned that our visit was to celebrate my birthday and previously OGH had made some nice gestures to make it a special occasion. No effort was made. Sadly, we just felt our visit to OGH did not match our previous experience and left underwhelmed.
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In August 2021, Andrew L said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Stayed here for business for a night. Location is excellent for St Peter Port centre. If you are expecting Dubai 5* it’s not but it’s the best I have stayed at on the Island. If you like friendly, not stuck up but good quality then you will be fine.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In August 2021, Richard said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From the moment we arrived at OGH the professionalism and friendliness of the staff was immediately apparent. In fact, we have never received such a warm welcome. The staff are simply all wonderful.
Ula on reception was SO friendly and professional. Her smile is contagious.
Roberto was always very helpful and attentive and sorted out restaurant bookings and anything else we needed immediately.
Alessandro in the restaurant was wonderful too. Attentive, friendly and professional.
We could continue to name names but there are simply too many…..
The hotel itself has wonderful views and gardens. When the sun shines it is a pleasure to sit outside having breakfast and lie by the pool soaking up the sun.
Public rooms are well appointed and have individual style and character. It’s certainly not run of the mill decor.
Food in the Brasserie was good. However it would be nice to see more Guernsey fish and shellfish on the menu. The cocktails were even better!!
Our bedroom was large and had great views of the sea. The decor reflects the rest of the hotel and is individual and characterful.
Overall it was a wonderful stay - the hotel is beautiful outside and in. However it really was the staff that made our stay. They go the extra mile and if anything is wrong they go out of their way to rectify immediately.
We enjoyed it so much, we are back again next week for another 5 days!!
Ula on reception was SO friendly and professional. Her smile is contagious.
Roberto was always very helpful and attentive and sorted out restaurant bookings and anything else we needed immediately.
Alessandro in the restaurant was wonderful too. Attentive, friendly and professional.
We could continue to name names but there are simply too many…..
The hotel itself has wonderful views and gardens. When the sun shines it is a pleasure to sit outside having breakfast and lie by the pool soaking up the sun.
Public rooms are well appointed and have individual style and character. It’s certainly not run of the mill decor.
Food in the Brasserie was good. However it would be nice to see more Guernsey fish and shellfish on the menu. The cocktails were even better!!
Our bedroom was large and had great views of the sea. The decor reflects the rest of the hotel and is individual and characterful.
Overall it was a wonderful stay - the hotel is beautiful outside and in. However it really was the staff that made our stay. They go the extra mile and if anything is wrong they go out of their way to rectify immediately.
We enjoyed it so much, we are back again next week for another 5 days!!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2010, 186338Mandy said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This is a lovely hotel conveniently located in the heart of St Peter Port. The service was second to none and nothing was too much trouble. The staff clearly enjoy working here and it shows in their dedication to making our stay as comfortable as possible. Can highly recommend it and would love to go back sometime.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2010, PushingTheSenses said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
my company has an office close to the hotel and a corporate rate with them (which by the way is still pretty steep), so staying there seemed to be the most sensible thing to do. which leads me to the only really positive thing i can say about it - the best thing about the OGH is its location, an easy walk to the centre of town.
the impression of the hotel is best from the outside. a lot of effort seems to have gone into an apparently recent facelift of the facade. unfortunately, not so much effort was spent on the inside. while it may be historic and some of the public areas try to recreate the good old times, it is not executed in a nice way. rather than having a romantic and charming feel about it, it just seems old and grubby, as there is a strange kind of smell throughout the hotel which i can’t really describe, other than it just smells OLD. my room was not nice. though it seemed to have new furnishings, they were made to look old, which again gave it a rather tacky feel.
overall, i would say the hotel has a strange kind of 50s feel to it that may appeal to the elderly couples the hotel is so full of. and, what’s more, for the price they are asking i would be expecting a lot more!
breakfast is made to order only, which may be nice when you are on a holiday, but doesn’t really suit business travelers who are in a hurry in the morning.
if this is the best hotel in guernsey - so we were told - i am curious about the standard and value for money at the other ones!
the impression of the hotel is best from the outside. a lot of effort seems to have gone into an apparently recent facelift of the facade. unfortunately, not so much effort was spent on the inside. while it may be historic and some of the public areas try to recreate the good old times, it is not executed in a nice way. rather than having a romantic and charming feel about it, it just seems old and grubby, as there is a strange kind of smell throughout the hotel which i can’t really describe, other than it just smells OLD. my room was not nice. though it seemed to have new furnishings, they were made to look old, which again gave it a rather tacky feel.
overall, i would say the hotel has a strange kind of 50s feel to it that may appeal to the elderly couples the hotel is so full of. and, what’s more, for the price they are asking i would be expecting a lot more!
breakfast is made to order only, which may be nice when you are on a holiday, but doesn’t really suit business travelers who are in a hurry in the morning.
if this is the best hotel in guernsey - so we were told - i am curious about the standard and value for money at the other ones!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In November 2010, laretal said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have stayed here before and enjoyed it. Our room this time was large, beautifully decorated, well furnished and very comfortable. The service was very good and the hotel is located within easy walking distance of the centre and the front. It offers free wifi.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk