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The Guv’nor

3.5 star property
Inn with free breakfast, near The Rooms

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Free daily full breakfast
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Suite, 1 Queen bed, Fireplace, Jacuzzi | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Tucked away in Churchill Park, The Guv'nor offers a charming retreat with dry cleaning and laundry services, a bar to unwind, and an on-site restaurant. Enjoy the convenience of free self parking, 24-hour front desk support, cooked-to-order breakfast options (if desired), outdoor furniture to soak up the surroundings and stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room 1 Queen Bed, Ground floor | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room 1 Queen Bed, Ground floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room 2 Double Beds, Ground floor

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL, A1B 1V1

What's nearby

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avalon Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • The Rooms - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • George Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of St. John's - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk

About this property

The Guv’nor

Inn near The Rooms
Take advantage of free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a bar at The Guv’nor. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All guestrooms at The Guv’nor have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 19

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Guv’nor Inn
The Guv’nor St. John's
The Guv’nor Inn St. John's

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guv’nor pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 30 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Guv’nor?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Guv’nor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Guv’nor?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Guv’nor located?

Located in Churchill Park, this inn is within a 10-minute walk of Memorial University of Newfoundland and Aquarena Fitness Centre. Avalon Mall and Art Gallery of Newfoundland and Labrador are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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