St Peter Port

St Peter Port as seen from the harbour

High Street

High Street

Pier Steps

Pier Steps

 St Peter Port has managed to retain its seventeenth century charm and the High Street still has its original cobbles. The granite built buildings now occupied by shops were originally the homes of the wealthy.

In St Peter Port is the former home of Victor Hugo who once described the Channel Islands as "little pieces of France fallen into the sea and scooped up by Britain ".  Describing St Peter Port, he also wrote; 

"A gothic church, streets ancient, narrow, uneven, odd amusing, intersected by steps, clambering up and tumbling down, the houses piled on top of one another so that they all have a view of the sea. And a little harbour where the vessels are stacked together, where the yard-arms of the schooners ever risk smashing into the windows that overlook the quay." 

Hugo lived in Guernsey between 1855 and 1870 and dedicated Les Miserables and Les Travailleurs de la Mer to the island of Guernsey .

Enjoy sixteen miles of uninterrupted cliff walks from St Peter Port starting at La Valette, along the south coast to Pleinmont point on the south west tip, away from the hustle and bustle of every day life. Experience peace broken only by the sound of sea birds or the waves hitting the base of the cliffs. The island is a paradise for walkers, cyclists and sports of all varieties. Sample the wonderful restaurants (many alfresco), see the stunning beaches and visit the many forts and ancient castles. 

Castle Cornet

St Peter Port

 

 

Facilities
Company Contact Adress Information
 
Lodgings
The Captain Cook Hotel
   57 Hauteville
St Peter Port
Guernsey
Channel Islands GY1 1DQ

Tel 01481 710158
Fax 01481 714365     

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The Captain Cook Hotel

The Captain Cook is a family run hotel, situated in a historic part of town, and is close to shops, buses and beaches. We offer comfortable fully-equipped rooms, excellent food, and a homely atmosphere.
Les Cordeliers Hotel
   Les Gravees
St Peter Port
Guernsey
Channel Islands GY1 1RL

Tel 01481 720176
Fax 01481 729375     

Les Cordeliers Hotel

Family run hotel, situated on the edge of St Peter Port. Friendly staff are always on hand to make your stay enjoyable. All rooms en-suite, central heating, colour TV, tea/coffee facilities. Restaurant and bar meals seven nights a week.
Marine Hotel
   Well Road
St Peter Port
Guernsey
Channel Islands GY1 1WS

Tel 01481 724978
Fax 01481 711729    

Marine Hotel

Highly recommended friendly comfortable hotel, twenty-seven metres from sea, and approximately five minutes walk to harbour, shops, bus station, leisure centre. Privately owned and run by Margaret and Arthur Clegg. All bedrooms en-suite, non-smoking, and fitted with radio alarm clocks and hairdryers, TV optional. Full English breakfast with choice cooked fresh to order. Français Deutsch Español Flemish