Hotels in Guernsey
Guernsey is a veritable haven for the holiday maker with a modern airport, excellent harbour and a wide range of available accommodation. Street names are displayed in both English and French.. Now and again you catch a snatch of conversation between islanders in patois - a halfway dialect.
The island was once under the domination of the Norman dukes, then vassals of the French king. William II of Normandy, crowned William I of England in 1066, established the connection with England and ever since the Islands have been part of the dominion of the Kings of England, but never part of their kingdom. St Peter Port, the capital, is a flourishing commercial centre with a busy harbour. From the castle ramparts throughout the summer, there booms the noonday gun - shades of the old Hong Kong.
Guernsey has many unique attractions for the visitor. The Little Chapel is the smallest in the world, lavishly decorated with pottery and shells and with room for only five worshippers at a time. Victor Hugo lived in exile in the town for 15 years and his former house is now a museum. There are a host of museums, a zoo, a butterfly centre and a variety of archeological sites; also spectacular cliff walks and beautiful countryside to explore.
The island is famous for its delicacies, not least Guernsey Gache, a sort of fruit loaf. A good place to buy some would be the Thursday Old Guernsey Market. Traditionally dressed stall holders sell all manner of island produced wares from freesia corms to the famous eponymous sweaters. There is much to fascinate the holiday maker on Guernsey. The islanders, proud of their heritage, will afford the warmest of welcomes.
FEATURED HOTELS IN GUERNSEY
The Farmhouse, St Saviours, Guernsey
Situated in the heart of the island between the Little Chapel, the Gold and Silversmiths; The Farmhouse, originally a working farm, has been totally renovated to become a leading boutique hotel...
HOTELS IN GUERNSEY
are Signpost 'Green Plaque' Premier
Selected Hotels.Why not make the most of your stay at a Signpost hotel by visiting some of the attractions in the area.
