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The Guv’nor

3.5 star property
Savor local flavors at this inn's restaurant or relax over drinks at the bar. Let your worries fade away amidst its tranquil setting.

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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

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, two chairs, and a lamp.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a lamp, a phone, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a painting on the wall, and two bedside lamps.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room, Jetted Tub | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room, Jetted Tub

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Churchill Park, a neighborhood in St. John's, is home to The Guv’nor. The Rooms and Newman Wine Vaults are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Signal Hill National Historic Site and Masonic Temple. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mary Brown's Centre or The Glacier. Visit our St. John's travel guide
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389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL, A1B 1V1

What's nearby

  • The Rooms
    The Rooms
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • George Street
    George Street
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avalon Mall
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Mary Brown's Centre
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    20 min walk
  • No Name Pizza
    20 min walk
  • Tim Hortons
    17 min walk
  • MUN University Centre
    14 min walk

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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

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to noon on weekdays and 10:00 AM to noon on weekends; CAD 17 to 35 for adults and CAD 17 to 35 for children
  • 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
  • Private bathroom
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 17 to 35 for adults, and CAD 17 to 35 for children
  • Pet fee: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • 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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Guv’nor pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

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 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Memorial University of Newfoundland and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from George Street. Aquarena Fitness Centre and Avalon Mall are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

The Guv’nor Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.4

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 268 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 268 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 268 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 268 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 268 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location Reasonably priced and so is the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and good facilities. Loved the pub and access to city facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very close to the university. I very much enjoyed my stay. The staff were all very lovely and helpful - the best part about the stay, really!! I also very much enjoyed the onsite restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s an older building though they seem to keep it up well, was clean, beds were extremely comfortable, staff were wonderful and the pub has excellent food and service. Absolutely excellent stay for the price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was well cleaned, the staff both in office & pub were very welcoming, the dining experiences are highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was excellent, staff were really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alexis Acklima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The stay was enjoyable. Great location. Amazing breakfast. The place itself was a bit outdated, but clean. The staff were all awesome. Would definitely stay here again and recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, and the service great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

PEGGY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Staff very friendly.Very close to shops & restaurants. Only problem if your room is on the 2nd floor or 3rd, there are no elevators.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room wasn’t too bad. Could use some updates. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
not as clean as could be. took a days to get tub unclogged. public staff and food were great
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is dated and needs some updating. Our room (double) was small and cramped, however it was clean and well equipped with a mini fridge, coffee maker, microwave and hairdryer, etc. The bed was small but comfy and clean. The full breakfast in the restaurant was amazing! The staff were friendly and helpful. All in all our stay was good. Onsite free parking is also a bonus. We would stay here again but maybe in a queen room.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent - halo full & always so friendly. The room was clean, bed was super comfy & had everything you need & it all worked fine. It’s a wee bit dated but has great charm. The Pub was the highlight - excellent food & array of beers on tap. The staff & the locals are the best people ever! And you are a nice walk to Quidi Vidi, Signal Hill, The Battery & the harbour front. Great spot! Would recommend to friends looking to visit. Would come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was amazing! The room was great, however, our bathtub was quite leaky and our AC unit projected some debris, which was unappealing. Staff was very helpful and stay was comfortable otherwise!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Norman

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great at this hotel, nothing else was.Extremely dated.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a few drink at the bar. Service was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Percy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, close to the Avalon mall. Nice looking hotel, however the rooms had a bit of a stale smell; perhaps the carpet was old. Otherwise, very nice, clean rooms, good for a place to sleep. Restaurant on site had good food. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and ready for our stay. Close to all amenities. Restaurant food on-site was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are amazing. Rooms are comfortable. Restaurant has great food
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic and staff were amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Clean rooms Loved the door opening into the court yard Staff super friendly
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Judy

Liked: Cleanliness
I loved the toutons on the menu. My server on Friday and Saturday breakfasts was excellent and so upbeat. The long wait at the bar - perhaps hire more staff. Sunday breakfast - I called the Inn to open the doors. Server had difficulty with the coffee machine and was rattled by all the guests coming for breakfast. Definitely required more staff. I waited 23 minutes and she had only served one table - so I had to leave because I could not wait any longer as I still had to pack my suitcase (which would 10 minutes)but there were still 8+ more tables to serve. There should have been more staff because they knew how many customers stayed at the Inn - and they should've known (approximately) how many people would be at breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, friendly staff, good foid
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great standard room & facilities. The best part is the east coast charm! Easy parking & super location. Bar/restaurant is fun & delicious! *Love* The Guv!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026