The Old Government House Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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View from property
Exterior
Marina
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
St Ann's Place, St. Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2NU
  • Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery
    3 min walk
  • Candie Gardens
    3 min walk
  • Guernsey Harbour
    4 min walk
  • Guernsey (GCI)
    19 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • 21.0 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View

  • 21.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 13.2 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Multiple View

  • 12.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Bay View

  • 19.8 sq m
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Multiple View

  • 31.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

St. Peter Port

A stay at The Old Government House Hotel & Spa places you in the heart of St. Peter Port, within a 5-minute walk of Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery and Candie Gardens. .This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from The Guernsey Tapestry and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Guernsey Harbour.

What's nearby

  • Guernsey Museum and Art Gallery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Candie Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Guernsey Harbour - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Victor Hugo House - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castle Cornet - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Guernsey (GCI) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Lion - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Thomas De La Rue - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Christies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace Garden Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Harbour Lights - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Old Government House Hotel & Spa

Bayside hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa
The Old Government House Hotel & Spa offers 62 accommodations with DVD players and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries.

This St. Peter Port hotel provides complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. A seasonal outdoor pool and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club or spa tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a spa tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Make yourself at home in one of the 62 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring DVD players and LCD televisions. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a health club, a spa tub, and a sauna. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Grab a bite at The Brasserie, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a business center, and express check-in. Free valet parking is available onsite.
The Brasserie - This restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
The Governors - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Languages

Afrikaans, English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and public transport

  • Free self-parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Restaurants on site

  • The Brasserie
  • The Governors

Things to do

  • Bike parking
  • Free bike hire
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • A hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Hot tub

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Romance packages available
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV
  • Films for purchase
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Free newspapers
  • Individually decorated
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Slippers
  • Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: GBP 350 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the health club or spa tub
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Government House Hotel
Old Government House Hotel
Old Government House Hotel St. Peter Port
Old Government House St. Peter Port
The Old Government House & Spa
The Old Government House Hotel Spa
The Old Government House Hotel & Spa Hotel
The Old Government House Hotel & Spa St. Peter Port
The Old Government House Hotel & Spa Hotel St. Peter Port

The Old Government House Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 273 out of 356 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 356 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 356 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 356 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 356 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The accessible room is difficult to access and it’s a great challenge to out of the room. I couldn’t turn round the mobility scooter in the room. The room vibrated all day and evening. That was irritating and incredibly uncomfortable. The lifts were a very tight fit. Several times we had Issues with the lifts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Reassuringly expensive.
Excellent, old fashioned, luxury hotel. Extremely comfortable; first class service, superb breakfasts, well situated to enjoy the lovely town of St Peter Port. And reassuringly expensive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Steven John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the staff were amazing and nothing was to much trouble, the rooms were spacious and bed and pillows comfy, also kept clean and tidy daily with nightly treat of chocolates or biscuit on the turned down bed by housekeeping. Swimming pool was great too, which we used several times on our 4 night 5 day stay. We were a little disappointed with the menu on a Saturday night (10 August 2024) in The Brasserie as it was not an outstanding choice to choose from and not the best meal for a top restaurant we have experienced, also on the pricey side with a service charge added which was optional but we paid but on reflection felt this should not be applied for paying guests @ OGH Hotel but applicable to non residents visiting the same restaurant (The Brasserie) Overall an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Anders

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What I liked most about this truly excellent hotel was the fact that the staff were excellent, and in addition looked happy and fulfilled in their work. This is the sign of first class management. High standards were maintained, but none of the staff appeared stressed, and someone always noticed if something was needed , and supplied it without fuss. Very well done to all concerned.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a lovely central spot. Staff were all very kind and helpful - there were a few small glitches but they were very quickly ironed out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hotel located in St Peter’s Port Guernsey Old style elegance!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location -quiet yet close to the centre of St Peter Port
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
All the staff were very lovly, unfortunately i wouldn't rate this property as 5 star as its very warn and rough round the edges,. When we got to pur room 101 my husband ran a bath, the water was brown and had black bits floating around, we called house keeping and for the next 30 mins it was still not clear, so a guy on reception kindly moved us to a room where the water was clean. The food in the restaurant was excellent and staff very nice, wouldn't stay the night again, but would eat in the restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff are exceptional at this hotel. In general it’s a little tired but they look like they are making improvements on this. Food and drinks are delicious and couldn’t fault anything.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
weekend stay
Having stayed at OGH on several occasions it was noticeable that the bedrooms are getting tired and in need of an upgrade, especially in view of the prices. We had brown water appearing from the hot water which was bad enough to stain a white flannel brown and the pull cords on the curtains no longer functioned. There was a large black chip in the bath enamel and the mastic around the bath needs repairing. However the staff, service and the lounge, dining room and bar areas were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nuala

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Business stay
Lovely hotel, good food - I liked the breakfast, nice central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John Michael Le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at OGH was great,we felt totally pampered the whole time. All the staff were very attentive and polite but especially Kris Raggoo- the manager who was exceptional,nothing was too much trouble. Breakfasts were amazing,light lunches too- unfortunately however dinner was pricey and disappointing. That said- this hotel is excellent,we would definitely recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Toby

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Old Government Hotel in Guernsey
Your duty manger Govind is a jewel in the crown Advice for restaurant The eggs are awful. Try Burford Browns free range The curries are outstanding The chef disappointed us in the main restaurant He killed the scallops by trying too hard Mussels should not be added to such a sweet fish dish. Far too much salt indicates a chef who smokes and has lost tastebuds The seabass was overcooked and dry The vegetables were perfect and tasted as though they had been harvested that morning. The wedding over the weekend undermined our experience We lost access to the garden entirely and on the following morning, the breakfast room was ruined by loud conversations akin to a coach load of garrilous blackpool tourists who are socially badly behaved
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Iver

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment my Wife and I arrived outside the hotel, we were made to feel warmly welcomed by the hotel team. The additional touches that I had requested were all in the room waiting for us that made our stay extra special. The sea view King room was absolutely stunning with a view over St Peter Port. That linked to the spa facilities were fantastic. My Wife and I will definitely be travelling back to the hotel in the not too distant future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MR GL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel the staff are lovely and helpful. Would highly recommend if saying in Guernsey. The service is first class.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Weekend overnight stay
Lovely overnight stay, returning after 40 years. Hotel dining, bar and outside areas are amazing, Room was tired, bathroom needs an update.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

James

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

s

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022