Exploring the Channel Islands: Jersey, Guernsey, Herm & Sark

Le Pommier, Guernsey

Friendly and welcoming, Le Pommier feels very peaceful and secluded within its extensive grounds, but there's lots to see and do nearby. The lovely beach at Cobo Bay is within easy walking distance, as is Saumarez Park and the Guernsey Folk and Costume Museum. Plus Le Pommier’s location at the heart of the island make it a great base to explore further afield. Guernsey’s bus service is very good and there’s a stop just round the corner from the hotel, a 15 minute bus ride will take you right to the harbour in the charming town St Peter Port, Guernsey’s capital, with its cobbled streets, restaurants, shops and museums.

The hotel’s stylish and airy bar & restaurant has a strong local accent serving dishes that showcase bold flavours, local produce and seasonal ingredients. The Lobby Bar is popular with locals and guests alike and in addition to the usual favourites has an excellent and creative cocktail menu. Guernsey’s sunny climate means that al fresco dining is nearly always an option and in the warmer months the outdoor pool is ideal for a quick dip or to lounge alongside.

The landscape of Guernsey is surprisingly varied for its size and there’s plenty to see and do around the island, from beautiful beaches, cliffside walks and country rambles, to historic buildings and museums like the German Occupation Museum, Castle Cornet or Hauteville House – the historic home of Victor Hugo.

The Club Hotel & Spa, Jersey

The Club Hotel & Spa is a stylish contemporary hotel right in the centre of St Helier, Jersey’s capital, a few hundred metres from the main shopping street with its boutique shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, along with museums and other sights. Nearby are the Jersey Museum, the Maritime Museum and Elizabeth Castle as well as the Georgian House museum at 16 New Street, beautifully restored to give an insight into Regency life on the island. The beach is just a short walk away at Havre Des Pas to the south, or wander past the marina to the larger St Aubin's Bay.

The hotel boasts a luxury spa, indoor salt water pool, outdoor pool, Michelin Star & 5 AA Rosette Restaurant Bohemia, plus the Bohemia Bar which serves afternoon tea and a bistro menu for lighter meals, all of which you can enjoy on the rooftop terrace, as well as an extensive drinks menu including cocktails. Or there's a smaller library space with an evening Gin-Honesty Bar.

St Helier is a great location from which to discover the rest of Jersey too. Travel up the east of the island to the picturesque bays at Gorey and Rozel, or inland to the famous Jersey Zoo or to La Hougue Bie, one of the ten oldest buildings in the world. There’s also the Jersey War Tunnels and, to the west, the beautiful beaches at St Brelade’s and Beauport as well as Corbière Lighthouse. The north is home to some wonderful rugged coastline, Plemont and Greve De Lecq are particularly lovely.