Local Reviews
In August 2009, Britannic said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Located quite near to the main High Street in St Peter Port, the OGH harks back to a bygone age of British and Colonial hotels. The building is beautiful,the Coward Room is furnished very nicely and suits the afternoon tea guests.
The staff are very personable and most are eager to assist (a few notables less eager,but they are in the minority). The Governors is a great fine dining option within the Hotel,excellent food and service, the Brasserie is a more "run of the mill" choice in the informal guest house style. The bar is linked to the restaurant and drinks can be taken by the pool.
The rooms vary,some are very impressive and the others can look quite tired,with sea views for some guests and views across a graveyard and access road for the less lucky. Internet in room,Pay TV and a limited selection of cable channels are provided.
Overall this is the best option on the island of Guernsey with adjoining Spa it attracts a mix of business guest,celebs and retired couples.Certainly not an 18-30 crowd! but a fine hotel keeping traditions alive.
The staff are very personable and most are eager to assist (a few notables less eager,but they are in the minority). The Governors is a great fine dining option within the Hotel,excellent food and service, the Brasserie is a more "run of the mill" choice in the informal guest house style. The bar is linked to the restaurant and drinks can be taken by the pool.
The rooms vary,some are very impressive and the others can look quite tired,with sea views for some guests and views across a graveyard and access road for the less lucky. Internet in room,Pay TV and a limited selection of cable channels are provided.
Overall this is the best option on the island of Guernsey with adjoining Spa it attracts a mix of business guest,celebs and retired couples.Certainly not an 18-30 crowd! but a fine hotel keeping traditions alive.
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In March 2013, Eddie C said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Many thanks to all at the OGH who made our recent stay with them one to remember. We have just returned from a few days away with some friends to celebrate two birthdays and all of us agreed that, although the bedrooms were a little small, the staff were brilliant and very friendly. Nothing was too much trouble. What made the stay even more special was the delivery of cards and cakes on the appropriate days. Most unexpected but very thoughtful. The public rooms are well appointed and very comfortable, the breakfasts were delicious with a large selection available. We will definitely return to the OGH when we next visit to Guernsey.
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In April 2013, 75LesleyD said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned from spending Easter at the Old Government House Hotel and Spa.
Without exception, all the staff went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they made us feel very special.
Our room, with a sea view was lovely.
The meals we had in the brasserie were delicious and the service excellent.
We finished off our stay by having afternoon tea in the lounge. This was a perfect ending to a wonderful stay and we hope very much to return soon
Without exception, all the staff went out of their way to make our stay a memorable one. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they made us feel very special.
Our room, with a sea view was lovely.
The meals we had in the brasserie were delicious and the service excellent.
We finished off our stay by having afternoon tea in the lounge. This was a perfect ending to a wonderful stay and we hope very much to return soon
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In April 2013, MM2203 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Just had a wonderful time in this hotel. We went there to celebrate my husbands bday. It was lovely. As a surprise we receive a bday cake...delicious btw. Staff provided an amazing service. Always smiling, friendly and professional. Fantastic place to stay. Well done!!!
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In May 2014, Graeme O said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We stayed for two nights and had a thoroughly wonderful stay. The service was impeccable and the food was excellent. As a vegetarian I was very well looked after and nothing was too much trouble. The staff booked us a trip to Sake which was a lovely a lovely day out. They even provided me with some carrots to feed the horses. I can not praise this hotel enough. I felt relaxed from the moment we arrived and can not wait to come back again. Thank you to all the staff for looking after us so well.
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In May 2014, Tim G said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We flew over to Guernsey for lunch on Saturday and hired a private room. The hotel couldn't have been more accommodating even though they were hosting a large wedding that day. It is a magnificent place, very close to the centre of St Peter Port. The food was excellent, but the staff and service we received really shone through. They must have excellent management and must also invest in their staff as it definitely shows. Thank you to everybody for making our day so special.
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In May 2014, McGreevy03 said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
This is quite frankly one of the best hotels we have stayed in, notable for the excellence of the service. tasteful decor and outstanding food. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anybody. We will certainly return there if we get the opportunity
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In June 2014, colcar said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
Beautiful hotel with stunning views. As in other reviews the service is wonderful.The food was excellent and the range of decent quality wines available by the glass much appreciated. We wish we had more time and could have tried the wine tasting offer, next time a must!
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In June 2014, Rosemary B said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
From the moment we arrived at this establishment we felt special. My husband and our 7 year old daughter spent a week here in August last year. For a five star hotel one expects the best, but the staff here went that little bit further to be helpful and kind. One of the Red Carnation hotels, dotted around the world, it was not a chain hotel but very individual. It had the atmosphere of a country residence retreat, we were surrounded by antiques and little touches that made one feel very comfortable. Our family room was large, with a lovely bathroom, small touches such as the fruit on arrival, gifts and toiletries were thoughtful. The grounds were pretty and overlooked the sea, the pool was nicely placed and relaxing and well attended by staff to pamper to your every whim. The dining room was quaint and elegant, and the service the same - nothing was too much trouble. The food was tasty and didn't over-face you. The staff spoilt my daughter, with large jars of sweets on the sideboard to help yourself to. We walked into the centre of St Peter Port, which was small and very pleasant. My daughter needed a non emergency appointment with a GP, she was seen in 30 mins by a Doctor on the top floor of Boots, it cost £50 but my daughter was looked after well. A point to remember that although the Channel Islands are in the UK they are not in the NHS, so its worth checking your holiday insurance if you are covered, we were with Natwest and weren't!! So please check before you go.
We plan to return here for absolute comfort and relaxation!
We plan to return here for absolute comfort and relaxation!
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In March 2015, Eddie C said about Old Government House Hotel & Spa
We have just returned from our second visit to the OGH and once again found it to be faultless at every level.
The staff and service at the hotel was exemplary. The upgrade of our room on arrival was unexpected but very thoughtful as was the card and cake awaiting in our room. The bedroom was well appointed, the public rooms were lovely and the breakfasts were wonderful with a large selection available.
All the staff we came into contact with were warm, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. A great credit to the hotel.
Thank you for a great break and we will definitely be back soon.
The staff and service at the hotel was exemplary. The upgrade of our room on arrival was unexpected but very thoughtful as was the card and cake awaiting in our room. The bedroom was well appointed, the public rooms were lovely and the breakfasts were wonderful with a large selection available.
All the staff we came into contact with were warm, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. A great credit to the hotel.
Thank you for a great break and we will definitely be back soon.
Source: tripadvisor.co.uk