Local Reviews
In June 2012, WGS55 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My wife and I enjoyed 5 nights in this delightful hotel, which is just a short walk from the harbour and shops in St Peter Port.
Our Seaview King room was spotlessly clean, had a very comfortable bed, and a bathroom having both a bath with shower head and shower cubicle.
This was our second stay at the OGH - when we were there last year the hotel had just achieved 5* status - and we can certainly confirm that this rating continues to be well deserved.
The muti-nationality staff we had contact with were all very friendly, helpful and efficient- and clearly very well trained.
Breakfast is a mix of a well stocked and extensive cold buffet, and freshly prepared cooked food if wanted - and very good indeed.
We had dinner in the Brasserie most evenings, and again there was a wide choice, with the food and service being first class.
A most enjoyable hotel!
Our Seaview King room was spotlessly clean, had a very comfortable bed, and a bathroom having both a bath with shower head and shower cubicle.
This was our second stay at the OGH - when we were there last year the hotel had just achieved 5* status - and we can certainly confirm that this rating continues to be well deserved.
The muti-nationality staff we had contact with were all very friendly, helpful and efficient- and clearly very well trained.
Breakfast is a mix of a well stocked and extensive cold buffet, and freshly prepared cooked food if wanted - and very good indeed.
We had dinner in the Brasserie most evenings, and again there was a wide choice, with the food and service being first class.
A most enjoyable hotel!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, Coolesfamily said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
In general the "OGH", as it's known locally, was excellent. There seem to be many, many staff in the bar and restaurant, but that's a good thing as during our stay they were attentive and we were never kept waiting. The Brasserie was excellent for breakfast and dinner, the prices were believable (£30 for a decent Malbec over dinner wasn't bad, for example) and the bar was a relaxing place to sit and read the paper over a cold libation. We spent a very pleasant couple of hours by the pool too - it's a real sun trap and well located. Finally the spa is super - the jacuzzis, steam room, sauna and chill-out area are excellent, and the staff at the beauty salon are friendly and good at their jobs.
The location of the hotel is convenient and it's an easy walk to and from most of the places you'd want to go (and the bus service around the island is also comprehensive, which is useful).
The "room debate" was the only downside: everything was super, except for the size (or lack thereof). The moment we checked in the receiptionist noted that the room was quite small. We were offered an upgrade which was available "because they'd had some cancellations" (yeah right), at which point a pre-printed upgrade list was produced with a flourish (and a £92 per night supplement). We declined and pointed out that £184 extra for a two-night stay was rather a lot, noting that if they'd suggested, say, 30 quid a night we'd have snapped it up (and it'd have been a simple £60 extra profit for them). Oh, and when we commented on how lovely the room shown in the brochure at Reception is, we were told: "Ah, that's not available any more, the owners have moved into it".
So yes - go to the OGH and you'll have a lovely time. But have a word with them about the size of the room when you book and see what deal they'll do you; it'll save you the nonsense of the "we've had a cancellation" conversation!
The location of the hotel is convenient and it's an easy walk to and from most of the places you'd want to go (and the bus service around the island is also comprehensive, which is useful).
The "room debate" was the only downside: everything was super, except for the size (or lack thereof). The moment we checked in the receiptionist noted that the room was quite small. We were offered an upgrade which was available "because they'd had some cancellations" (yeah right), at which point a pre-printed upgrade list was produced with a flourish (and a £92 per night supplement). We declined and pointed out that £184 extra for a two-night stay was rather a lot, noting that if they'd suggested, say, 30 quid a night we'd have snapped it up (and it'd have been a simple £60 extra profit for them). Oh, and when we commented on how lovely the room shown in the brochure at Reception is, we were told: "Ah, that's not available any more, the owners have moved into it".
So yes - go to the OGH and you'll have a lovely time. But have a word with them about the size of the room when you book and see what deal they'll do you; it'll save you the nonsense of the "we've had a cancellation" conversation!
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, Armor44 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We spent à wonderful time at OGH: people are nice, helpful and really wish that your journey is good. The room was cute, clean and confortable, the breakfast is simply fantastic as well as the fine cuisine restaurant "the governor". The hotel is located in an ideal position in centre town with a splendid view on st. Peter port harbour! You have a car? No problem: they take care of it.
Really all was almost perfect. We will keep a wonderful remenbering of our stay at OGH for out 1st wedding anniversary.
Thank you to all the team!
Yann & Caro
Really all was almost perfect. We will keep a wonderful remenbering of our stay at OGH for out 1st wedding anniversary.
Thank you to all the team!
Yann & Caro
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, Cathy B said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned from a wonderful anniversary break, this is not our first visit and as usual we were made to feel very special from the moment we entered the building. Lots of little extras were provided to make our stay extra special which we so appreciated.
The staff are first class and the food wonderful. We will certainly be returning next year.
Cathy
The staff are first class and the food wonderful. We will certainly be returning next year.
Cathy
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In June 2012, wacpaine said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I paid for my parents to stay at the OGH for my mother's birthday and they had a fantastic time.
Before the stay I was called on 2 occassions by the hotel to check all was ok and whether they could do anything to help organise the trip. This is truely 5 star service.
The room and bathroom was lovely, breakfast was delicious, and the staff in the hotel could not do enough.
It was a real bonus bumping into Boris Becker and having a chat with him.
Couldn't fault and easily the best hotel in Guernsey.
Before the stay I was called on 2 occassions by the hotel to check all was ok and whether they could do anything to help organise the trip. This is truely 5 star service.
The room and bathroom was lovely, breakfast was delicious, and the staff in the hotel could not do enough.
It was a real bonus bumping into Boris Becker and having a chat with him.
Couldn't fault and easily the best hotel in Guernsey.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, westerndh said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We returned to OGH the last weekend of May and felt like we were returning home. The genuine warmth from all the staff was very clear to see, from the initial pick up at Guernsey airport to the return to the airport.
We fulfilled a promise to ourselves to try the degustation & wine tasting menu at Governors Restaurant - we love our wines and were very impressed with the pairing of the wine selections to the delicious 7 course meal. Our other treat was afternoon tea in our room - honestly, there was so much food, afternoon tea easily doubles as dinner and I think is a really good value.
Breakfasts were fresh and plentiful, and with perfect sunny days, we ate outside in the Olive Grove - just beautiful.
Although our room was a little smaller than our last visit, it suited us just fine and was incredibly comfortable and included everything you needed including stunning decor, huge sash windows that opened & closed smoothly and lovely views over St. Peter Port and the lovely touch of 110v US outlets.
We explored the Island by bus and on foot, something that's so easy and provides a constantly changing scenery plus great people watching. It was nice not to have a car and the dreaded big H that just tells the locals to stay well clear of you!!
We had originally planned to stay on Jersey this visit, but our experience at OGH had been so good last year, we felt it worth staying on Guernsey again and were very pleased we did.
We fulfilled a promise to ourselves to try the degustation & wine tasting menu at Governors Restaurant - we love our wines and were very impressed with the pairing of the wine selections to the delicious 7 course meal. Our other treat was afternoon tea in our room - honestly, there was so much food, afternoon tea easily doubles as dinner and I think is a really good value.
Breakfasts were fresh and plentiful, and with perfect sunny days, we ate outside in the Olive Grove - just beautiful.
Although our room was a little smaller than our last visit, it suited us just fine and was incredibly comfortable and included everything you needed including stunning decor, huge sash windows that opened & closed smoothly and lovely views over St. Peter Port and the lovely touch of 110v US outlets.
We explored the Island by bus and on foot, something that's so easy and provides a constantly changing scenery plus great people watching. It was nice not to have a car and the dreaded big H that just tells the locals to stay well clear of you!!
We had originally planned to stay on Jersey this visit, but our experience at OGH had been so good last year, we felt it worth staying on Guernsey again and were very pleased we did.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, richbike said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Had a long weekend there for the local Half Marathon. Staff service was the best I have experienced anywhere. Facilities were excellent, especially the Gym/Spa. Restaurant superb, even for vegetarians. Not a cheap break but fantastic value for money as a treat. Must do it again.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, fireflybeijing said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We returned to the OGH and were not disappointed. We really liked the refurbished rooms and the food and service were again first class.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, LondonSW3 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Interesting property set in the middle of St Peter Port, Guernsey. Feels a little bit like being transported back to the 1950s, so don't expect a contemporary European hotel. Rooms were on the very small side (perhaps the suites are bigger) with equally small bathrooms. They are nicely appointed (the one I was in appeared to have been newly renovated) and was adequate for my one-night stayover - I think it would have been very cramped with the addition of another person or had the stay been any longer.
Service efficient and helpful - bartender particularly on his game - although the scale and decor of the common areas hinted more at a suburban golf club than anything else. My thought is that this is probably still your best bet if you are planning to stay in St Peter Port itself rather than one of the hotels further out of town.
Nothing particularly special but absolutely fine for its purpose - might have a more romantic vibe on weekends - tough to tell.
Service efficient and helpful - bartender particularly on his game - although the scale and decor of the common areas hinted more at a suburban golf club than anything else. My thought is that this is probably still your best bet if you are planning to stay in St Peter Port itself rather than one of the hotels further out of town.
Nothing particularly special but absolutely fine for its purpose - might have a more romantic vibe on weekends - tough to tell.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk
In June 2012, Sammy H said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Thank you to my wonderful Fiancé and the staff at The OGH who made my 40th Birthday a truly memorable one. The staff (who kept the intended proposal a secret!!) made our stay so special. The food was amazing and our room was perfect. We both highly recommend a stay at this hotel.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk