Hotel Review
Hotel Review: The Old Government House Hotel & Spa, Guernsey
A grand Guernsey hotel in the vibrant capital St Peter Port. Enjoy a choice of two restaurants, two bars, an indoor spa and gym facilities, an outdoor terrace, a garden and a swimming pool. Rooms are eccentrically and individually styled with fabric wall coverings and a full spectrum of colours.
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Rooms available from £238.50 per night
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OUR REVIEW
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Located a steep walk up the hill from the harbour, you are rewarded with fabulous views over the town and across the sea to the islands of Herm, Jethou and Sark. All the shops and bars of the capital are within easy reach, as are the Guernsey museum and Candie Gardens. Castle Cornet is a 20-minute walk away. Victor Hugo's house can be reached in 15 minutes.
By plane: flights from London Heathrow to Guernsey take around one hour 15 minutes. The hotel is a 15-minute taxi ride from the airport.
By boat: ferries to St Peter Port run from Poole (3 hours) and Portsmouth (7 hours). Book boats.
THE LOOK AND FEEL
If you know the Red Carnation hotel group then you will recognise this as a member immediately as it has Bea Tollman's trademark fabric wallcoverings throughout and her eccentric choice of colour (green and white striped tablecloths in the brasserie). Period features include a stunning Regency room with crystal chandeliers.
THE FACILITIES
From the cheery welcome from the doorman as you walk up the steps, to the local anecdotes recounted by the barman, you can expect friendly five-star service here. Facilities include an outdoor terrace for dining on a fine day, a seasonally heated pool and an indoor gym, pool and small spa.
- Two restaurants
- Two bars
- Swimming pool
- Spa
- Pet-friendly
- Free parking
BED AND BATH
Rooms are luxurious with OGH monogrammed bed linen on the beds and thick fabric drapes at the windows. Antique furniture and upholstered headboards give rooms a period elegance, while modern artwork hangs on the walls. Bathrooms are sparkling and have LED lighting.
Room types: Classic Double, Queen, Queen Balcony, King/Twin, Seaview King/Twin, Seaview Balcony King/Twin, Studio Suites, Suites
Key amenities: ensuite bathroom, luxury toiletries, bathrobe and slippers, TV, tea and coffee facilities, free Wi-Fi
FOOD AND DRINK
Choose the cheerful Brasserie for a leisurely lunch on the sunny Olive Grove terrace or an evening meal in the airy interior. Local and organic produce is championed on a menu that includes plenty of fresh fish and grilled steaks and burgers. The Curry Room serves a three-course fine-dining Indian menu with paired wine flight.
The Brasserie: steaks, seafood, modern European cuisine. Open daily. Mains from £16.
The Curry Room: tradition Indian cooking. Open for dinner Weds-Sun. Three courses from £45.
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