Local Reviews
In September 2015, PAC313 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My wife and I have just returned from Guernsey visiting friends. We were advised that the Old Government House or OGH as it is known was the best hotel on the island. They were not wrong. It is a true delight, elegant and beautifully presented and the service could not be bettered. It has all the amenities that you would wish including a gym, spa and an outdoor swimming pool. The bars are elegant and it is worth noting the most excellent cocktails made by Giuseppe. The moment you enter the hotel you are made to feel at home and I compliment Maria on her most excellent service. We intend to return to Guernsey once a year I will make sure that we are booked into the OGH.
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In September 2015, MKGASKELL said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have been visiting with our family for the last 5 years, it continues to excel in every aspect.
We have a young family of 4 children ranging from 6 weeks to 7 years.we are well travelled and have been to some of the world and UK's best hotel, for example Gleneagles, Scotland. OGH is arguably one of them, with its own special way.
We continue to return several times per year, each year just gets better.
All the staff make us feel welcome, especially Ken going the extra mile- thank you.
Food, atmosphere , accommodation and views fantastic. The children are made so welcome, and make's it feel home from home.
A hidden gem!
Thank you for making our holidays so special
We have a young family of 4 children ranging from 6 weeks to 7 years.we are well travelled and have been to some of the world and UK's best hotel, for example Gleneagles, Scotland. OGH is arguably one of them, with its own special way.
We continue to return several times per year, each year just gets better.
All the staff make us feel welcome, especially Ken going the extra mile- thank you.
Food, atmosphere , accommodation and views fantastic. The children are made so welcome, and make's it feel home from home.
A hidden gem!
Thank you for making our holidays so special
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In September 2015, Nikki F said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
My partner and I spent five nights here and we both agreed that it is one of the best hotels we have stayed in.
The decor is immaculate, the staff extremely friendly and attentive, and the housekeeping efficient.
We enjoyed all the meals we had at the hotel (particularly the Indian on the Sunday night when most other restaurants on the island are closed, and the afternoon cream tea), and service was always exemplary.
We made good use of the pool (clean and very warm) and the jacuzzis in the small but well-maintained Spa.
The location is hard to beat, just a few minutes walk away from the town with plenty of shopping and sightseeing opportunities. We didn't need a car for the whole of our stay, apart from taxi's to and from the airport. Highly recommend the short ferry trip to beautiful Herm Island which can be seen from the hotel.
As the hotel is built on one of Guernsey's many steep slopes, there are several floors and flights of steps to navigate throughout various areas of the building. There is a lift provided for part of the building, so if you have any mobility concerns you may wish to check first if your room is easily accessible (my partner had recently had a knee operation and I wished we had checked as our room was at the very top of the hotel with four flights of stairs to navigate!).
Apart from that, my only minor criticism is that from our room it was hard to find a discreet way to access the outdoor pool without having to walk through the hotel dining areas and past other guests whilst wearing a robe (we did find a way into the hotel directly from the pool, but it was via several accommodation corridors and wasn't signposted from within the hotel). If there were changing areas by the pool, we didn't see them but it would have been nice to feel a little less conspicuous!
We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone considering a relaxing break in Guernsey, and will be investigating other Red Carnation hotels to try elsewhere.
The decor is immaculate, the staff extremely friendly and attentive, and the housekeeping efficient.
We enjoyed all the meals we had at the hotel (particularly the Indian on the Sunday night when most other restaurants on the island are closed, and the afternoon cream tea), and service was always exemplary.
We made good use of the pool (clean and very warm) and the jacuzzis in the small but well-maintained Spa.
The location is hard to beat, just a few minutes walk away from the town with plenty of shopping and sightseeing opportunities. We didn't need a car for the whole of our stay, apart from taxi's to and from the airport. Highly recommend the short ferry trip to beautiful Herm Island which can be seen from the hotel.
As the hotel is built on one of Guernsey's many steep slopes, there are several floors and flights of steps to navigate throughout various areas of the building. There is a lift provided for part of the building, so if you have any mobility concerns you may wish to check first if your room is easily accessible (my partner had recently had a knee operation and I wished we had checked as our room was at the very top of the hotel with four flights of stairs to navigate!).
Apart from that, my only minor criticism is that from our room it was hard to find a discreet way to access the outdoor pool without having to walk through the hotel dining areas and past other guests whilst wearing a robe (we did find a way into the hotel directly from the pool, but it was via several accommodation corridors and wasn't signposted from within the hotel). If there were changing areas by the pool, we didn't see them but it would have been nice to feel a little less conspicuous!
We would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone considering a relaxing break in Guernsey, and will be investigating other Red Carnation hotels to try elsewhere.
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In October 2015, DowntonAbbey said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
If anyone comes to Guernsey The Health club in the Hotel is of Top Quality
I regularly have a 75 minute there at a reasonable price
Charming Staff and Excellent Service
There is an excellent restaurant and an outside swimming pool
The hot Tub is in The Health Club
I regularly have a 75 minute there at a reasonable price
Charming Staff and Excellent Service
There is an excellent restaurant and an outside swimming pool
The hot Tub is in The Health Club
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In October 2015, Breeze999 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We stayed here for two nights last week, it was great. The hotel is full of old world charm and the level of service is just what you expect from a five star establishment. We ate in both restaurants, the food was very, very good. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was excellently decorated, but a little small and not sure why there needed to be so many telephones - three. The WiFi worked and was free.
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In October 2015, NW76 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Excellent hotel in keeping with its 5 star rating. Service was excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. Great views from the rooms (pics enclosed). Breakfast was very good. In a central location about 10 minutes walk to the promenade and a couple of minutes to shops, pubs and restaurants. Recommended.
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In October 2015, LiamDWIW said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
I spent a night here on business and found the hotel to be great. The building is steeped in history, there are plenty of excellent dining options, and the gym downstairs is very good.
The only downside, which is largely uncontrollable by management, is that the rooms are extremely small.
I will definitely stay again, although I would upgrade my room to something larger!
The only downside, which is largely uncontrollable by management, is that the rooms are extremely small.
I will definitely stay again, although I would upgrade my room to something larger!
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In October 2015, NPassant said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
In Guernsey for a short business truip and had the Old Government House Hotel recommended. Unfortunate that the viisit was so short -- this is an attractive hotel, in a quiet street and a short walking distance from the sea front, and offices for meetings. Very comfortable and well managed, with excellent facilities. To be returned to ...
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In October 2015, Ambrowt said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Been coming to Guernsey for several years and thought we,entreat ourselves. And what a treat it was.A lovely quaint,historic building with everything on hand ,nothing too much trouble from staff that are bubbely ,intelligent and have good memories. Certainly five star but not stuffily so with lovely bars and Restuarant ,great food and spa. They upgraded our room for our stay so we were not troubled by noise from the wedding party on Saturday night that wasn't even noisy..Parked our car and remembered our names at all times. Nothing to much trouble .The manager really cares about the island as he helped organise the food festival val in town. Will defiantly go back there and highly recommend the place.
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In October 2015, Trevorg said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
A short business trip to Guernsey accompanied by the missus and a stay at OGH courtesy of my clients, thank you. Have passed it before but never stayed there and found it be completely top notch. Warm, courteous, under-stated and efficient welcome.
We were offered an executive queen room, well appointed with good view of the harbour. The missus rates hotels on bathrooms - and she was completely satisfied, so I was satisfied.
Very centrally located with just a few hundred yards or so down to the port. Unfortunately, we didn't eat there (more about where we went in another review), but the restaurant looked very good indeed and we had breakfast there the next day. Very polite and helpful staff. Nothing special at breakfast, but a decent cold buffet and a good range of hot dishes; porridge, salmon scrambled eggs,full English etc.
thoroughly enjoyed our short stay and will certainly return.
We were offered an executive queen room, well appointed with good view of the harbour. The missus rates hotels on bathrooms - and she was completely satisfied, so I was satisfied.
Very centrally located with just a few hundred yards or so down to the port. Unfortunately, we didn't eat there (more about where we went in another review), but the restaurant looked very good indeed and we had breakfast there the next day. Very polite and helpful staff. Nothing special at breakfast, but a decent cold buffet and a good range of hot dishes; porridge, salmon scrambled eggs,full English etc.
thoroughly enjoyed our short stay and will certainly return.
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