The Guv’Nor
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The Guv’Nor

389 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, A1B 1V1, Canada
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Amenities
ParkingFree
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areasFree
Smoking area
Laundry service (on-site)
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Property Description
With a stay at The Guv’nor in St. John's (Churchill Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of The Rooms and George Street. This inn is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Port of St. John's and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Memorial University of Newfoundland.
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7.2/10
Cleanliness7.2
Amenities7.2
Location7.2
Service7.2
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Surroundings
Airport: St. John's International Airport
(7.9 km)
Landmarks: St. Augustine's
(450m)
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5

Room 2 Double Beds, Ground Floor

2 double beds
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Cable channels
LCD TV
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7

Room, 2 Double Beds

2 double beds
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Cable channels
LCD TV
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5

Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground Floor

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Cable channels
LCD TV
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7

Standard Room With Double Bed

1 double bed
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Cable channels
LCD TV
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5

Queen Room-Ground Floor

1 queen bed
Non-smoking
LCD TV
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7.2/10
51 reviews
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  • Cleanliness7.2
  • Amenities7.2
  • Location7.2
  • Service7.2
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G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
August 15, 2025
Disappointing , advertises as in the "heart of the city " . It's not , a 40 min walk to downtown . Rooms pictured on website looked nice , ours was not . It was in the back motel area , old and dirty , in need of TLC . No window , no view , no house keeping . We were there for 4 days and never once had our bed made , towels and facecloths changed , or garbage taken out . Staff not overly friendly or accommodating . Would not stay there again or recommend
J‍o‍e‍l
August 20, 2025
Very accommodating, had a cooler full of frozen fish stored in their freezer over night, fast and easy check in.
L‍l‍o‍y‍d
August 19, 2025
Room was very small and stuffy, everything that you need was there. They had nice little restaurant/ lounge
R‍h‍o‍n‍d‍i
August 18, 2025
Room smelled musty like old smoke. Corners and baseboards were dirty. There was a hair in the bathtub.
L‍i‍n‍d‍a
August 15, 2025
Misleading Room Pictures We stayed 4 nights Aug 8,9,10,11. Given a horrible ground floor room in back area (Room 104) One window looking onto parking lot that you couldn't open curtain on because there was no privacy sheers and people were walking back and forth outside of it and parking large pick-up trucks in front of our space. It was like being in a cave. No daily housekeeping service and when we asked about this, front desk agent was surly with my husband, saying "We don't do that." There was only 2 electrical outlets in the main area of the room and we had to rotate what we plugged in. There was only one bedside table on one side of the bed and nothing on the other side. Baseboards were dirty with dust. Bathroom vanity was coming loose from the wall and tilting forward so toiletries would roll off if not placed strategically.
C‍a‍r‍o‍l
August 14, 2025
Enjoyed our 2 night stay here. Building needs a little updating but to do that would cost a fortune. In the meantime the building serves its guests the best it can. Staff were friendly and accommodating. Very comfortable beds, all you need in the bathroom, hairdryer included. Iron and ironing board in room. Room size brilliant. Would stay here again.
D‍a‍r‍l‍e‍n‍e
August 12, 2025
Staff are very welcoming and kind during our stay. Easy to get to downtown St John's by driving. Went to the pub for breakfast and food was really good!
L‍i‍n‍d‍s‍e‍y
August 10, 2025
Older hotel in need of updating and musty smelling. The beds were comfortable, though small. Breakfast in the restaurant (not included) was good. We had an issue with our booking where the hotel was not seeing our ******* booking in their system and had to rebook us. We didn’t find out until the morning (after we’d packed up) that we could stay in the same room. As a result housekeeping saw it as a new booking and our room did not get cleaned. Staff was able to provide clean towels when we realized this.
G‍u‍e‍s‍t‍ ‍U‍s‍e‍r
July 5, 2025
The worst place in St Johns a dive, they are currently holding back $600 on my sons Visa card for no reason, asked to speak to manager and they said they didn’t know when he will be in. Next step NTV NEWS!!! Oh and the tv never worked either!!!!

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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–24:00
Check-out: Before 11:00

Front desk hours: 24/7

If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance

Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
CuisineFull English/Irish
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 08:00-13:00 Open
AgeFee
Adult
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Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.

Pets
Pets are allowedAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs, cats
Fee: CAD 30.00 (approx. PHP 1,258.64) per room per day

Service animals
Service animals are allowed

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 19 years old

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Property Description

  • Number of Rooms: 37
Phone:+1-07097260092
With a stay at The Guv’nor in St. John's (Churchill Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of The Rooms and George Street. This inn is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Port of St. John's and 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Memorial University of Newfoundland.

This inn has 2 floors in 1 building and offers designated smoking areas.

At The Guv’nor, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a 24-hour front desk. This inn has 2 meeting rooms available for events. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Conveniences include irons/ironing boards, as well as phones with free local calls.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cancellation policy at The Guv’Nor?

The cancellation policy at The Guv’Nor depends on your room type and booking terms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Guv’Nor?

Check-in at The Guv’Nor starts from 15:00-24:00, and the standard check-out time is by 11:00.

Is breakfast available at The Guv’Nor?

Yes, The Guv’Nor provides breakfast. Options include Full English/Irish.

Are pets allowed at The Guv’Nor?

Yes, pets are allowed at The Guv’Nor, but it’s recommended to contact the property directly to confirm.

How do I get to The Guv’Nor from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is St. John's International Airport, located about about 13 mins from hotel by car (7.9 km) away.

About This Property

Nearest AirportSt. John's International Airport
Distance to Airport7.93KM
Average Price FromPHP7650
Hotel Star Rating3