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Accommodation Overview

From full‑service hotels with on‑site dining and wellness facilities, to high‑quality glamping products with standout views, the Islands of Guernsey offer a diverse and competitive accommodation portfolio for visitors.

Across Guernsey, the accommodation offering caters to a broad range of customer segments, from short‑break couples’ escapes to family and multi‑generational stays. The island’s hotel stock includes established family‑friendly properties, boutique and premium hotels, alongside a strong selection of professionally run B&Bs and guesthouses that deliver a consistent and reliable visitor experience.

Self‑catering remains a core part of the product mix, with options ranging from high‑end holiday cottages to traditional campsites in scenic locations, many of which capitalise on the islands’ natural landscapes and sea views.

For operators looking to add distinctive experiences to their programmes, the islands also offer a variety of unique accommodation assets, including treehouses, shepherd huts, yurts, towers and even a stay on a privately accessible tidal island.

Guernsey offers a wide range of hotel products, from family‑friendly properties to boutique and premium hotels. This includes the island’s sole 5‑star hotel (The Old Government House Hotel & Spa) and several 4‑star boutique options. Hotels remain the leading accommodation choice on the island for visitors.

Typical Product Types

  • Boutique hotels

  • Premium/luxury hotels

  • Family‑friendly hotels

  • Coastal and centrally located hotels

A large number of well‑run B&Bs and guesthouses form an important mid‑market segment, offering a more personal and familiar stay for visitors.

Typical Product Types

  • Traditional guesthouses

  • Small family‑run B&Bs

  • Inns with rooms

Self‑catering is a significant part of the islands’ tourism product, ranging from high‑end holiday cottages to self‑contained apartments and Airbnb‑style properties. These options offer flexibility for families, groups and longer stays.

Typical Product Types

  • Holiday cottages

  • Apartments

  • Converted barns/gîtes

  • Airbnb‑listed private rentals

  • Serviced apartments

Guernsey provides traditional campsites along with an expanding glamping offer, including log cabins and insulated huts. Many are located in scenic rural or coastal locations.

Typical Product Types

  • Campsites

  • Glamping units (log cabins, shepherd huts, yurts)

  • Rustic or back‑to‑basics pitches

The islands also promote distinctive options designed for experiential travel markets, adding value for operators looking to diversify their product range.

Typical Product Types

  • Treehouses

  • Shepherd huts

  • Yurts

  • Towers

  • Stays on a private tidal island (e.g. Lihou)

Information about accommodation permits and their validity

Information about fees, accommodation and guest types.