Where to Stay in St. Peter Port, Guernsey

The small city of St. Peter Port is located on Guernsey in the Channel Islands off the French coast of Normandy. With a total population of approximately 16,500, St. Peter Port offers a surprisingly good selection of hotels, from one true 5-star luxury hotel to a handful of good 3 and 4-star hotels. When choosing where to stay in St. Peter Port, note that you can walk from one side of the city to the other in under an hour, and, as a result, the majority of the hotels featured in our ‘where to stay’ options are within easy walking distance of the city center. Furthermore, these ‘where to stay’ options give preference to a hotel’s furnishings, modern comforts, including free WiFi, and, though the hotels in St. Peter Port tend to be on the expensive side, two budget-friendly options are also included.

5-Star Hotels in St. Peter Port

 Old Government House Hotel
With timeless décor inspired by local history, this is the only 5-star hotel in St. Peter Port, and it excels at providing friendly, efficient service and luxurious rooms. The hotel is just a short walk from the waterfront and High Street, St. Peter Port’s main shopping street. Each of the 63 rooms and suites is individually decorated and comes with L’Occitane toiletries, complimentary WiFi, twice daily maid service, and custom artworks and fabrics. Amenities include a sauna, steam room, fitness room, a heated, outdoor pool, private garden, a bar, and a complete spa replete with pools.

The Brasserie restaurant, which serves international cuisine in a relaxed but elevated setting, looks out onto the private garden. The Curry Room serves Indian cuisine, and The Olive Grove provides al fresco dining during the warmer months. Extra touches include complimentary mineral water in the rooms; complimentary tea, coffee, juice, and pastries in reception each morning; and complimentary sherry in reception each evening. Upon arrival, ask to see which rooms are available to choose the one that suits you best. Further, consider booking a room with a harbor view.

4-Star Hotels in St. Peter Port

La Fregate Hotel
With views of Castle Carey and the harbor, this hotel offers modern accommodations inside of an 18^th century building. The 22 rooms feature iPod docking stations, trouser presses, ironing boards, hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities, and complimentary WiFi. Most rooms have balconies.

Note that the hotel does not have a gym or pool; however, the hotel staff goes out of their way to help guests get the most out of their stay on the Island of Guernsey. Furthermore, the hotel restaurant is one of the best restaurants on the island. Specializing in seafood, the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner. In addition, the hotel serves breakfast daily. For guests particularly sensitive to noise, request a quiet room on a higher floor when booking.

St. Pierre Park Hotel
Located a four-minute drive from the waterfront, this hotel provides a quiet retreat in the Guernsey countryside, and its expansive grounds include gardens and a lake. The city center can be reached by bus or on foot—it takes roughly 30 minutes to walk and the small roads do not always have sidewalks.

Guests enjoy complimentary use of the hotel’s tennis courts and nine-hole golf course, and each of the 131 rooms has either a private balcony or terrace. Rooms also come with tea and coffee-making facilities and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a large fitness facility, full spa, indoor pool, sauna, and Jacuzzi. Dining options include The Terrace Café Bar, The Pavilion Café Brasserie, and the fine-dining Victor Hugo Restaurant, which features continental cuisine inspired by local ingredients. Buffet and made-to-order breakfasts are served daily.

3-Star Hotels in St. Peter Port

Duke of Normandie Hotel
A good value, this small hotel, located in the center of the St. Peter Port near High Street, is ideal for travelers looking for the professional service and the comfortable rooms of a four-star hotel; however, it does not offer an in-hotel fitness facility or spa. The hotel does offer guests reduced rates at the nearby Marina Health & Leisure fitness and wellness club.

In addition, hotel amenities include excellent dining options, including, The Brasserie restaurant, which serves international cuisine utilizing local produce, and The Admiral de Saumarez Bar, which exudes a maritime ambiance. Each of the 37 rooms comes with pocket sprung mattresses, iPod stations, free WiFi, safes, minibars, and an iron and ironing board. The kitchen prepares continental and traditional English menus each morning.

Best Western Moores Hotel
Located in the heart of the city, this hotel offers 46 rooms and three suites—all with complimentary WiFi. Only the hotel’s A-Class rooms have air conditioning and small refrigerators. In terms of amenities, the hotel furnishes a small health suite with sauna, Jacuzzi, and modest fitness room, and guests may use the pool and fitness facilities in the other Best Western hotels in St. Peter Port gratis.

Dining options include the fine-dining Conservatory Restaurant, the Austrian-inspired Hideaway Patisserie and Brasserie, and the Library Bar, which serves traditional English pub fare, including seasonal specials and a variety of roasts. For those sensitive to noise, request a room in the back of the hotel.

The Duke Of Richmond Hotel
Just a short walk from everything, this hotel, which was completely refurbished in 2012, excels at providing a welcoming experience, with an attentive staff and spotless rooms. Its 72 contemporarily decorated rooms come with air conditioning, complimentary mineral water and WiFi, and twice daily maid service.

The Residents’ Lounge features a black and white theme, and the new Leopard Bar and Restaurant serves a range of dishes, from burgers and steaks to Scottish smoked salmon. Additional amenities include a sun terrace and swimming pool. Cambridge Park is just across the street. Light sleepers may wish to book a room in the back of the hotel away from the swimming pool.

Budget Accommodations in St. Peter Port

 Sunnycroft Hotel
This boutique hotel offers 14 comfortable and clean rooms, and many come with stunning views of the city. It comes at a good value, and it is just a 10-minute walk to the city’s attractions; however, the hotel lies at the top of a hill and any walk into town begins and ends with several flights of stone steps.

Each of the rooms comes with complimentary WiFi, and the hotel has a private garden for guests to enjoy. Note that the hotel’s reception is not always staffed.

Hotel Dunchoille
Offering a very good value, this hotel is about a 20-minute walk from the city center, and the staff is welcoming and efficient. Though the furniture may seem to have been haphazardly collected, the 24 rooms are well maintained and come with tea and coffee making facilities and central heating.

Complimentary WiFi is available, and a traditional English breakfast is served daily. Amenities include a bar area and outdoor pool with a small garden. Request a large room when booking.

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