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The Guv’nor

3.5 star property
Inn with free breakfast, near George Street

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Free daily full breakfast
Suite, 1 Queen bed, Fireplace, Jacuzzi | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL, A1B 1V1
  • Place, Memorial University of Newfoundland
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Avalon Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Clare's Mercy Hospital
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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)
  • 230 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 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
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room 2 Double Beds, Ground floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

St. John's

Located in Churchill Park within a 5-minute walk of Memorial University of Newfoundland, The Guv’nor is within a 15-minute stroll of Aquarena Fitness Centre. This 3.5-star inn has 37 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Avalon Mall - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Clare's Mercy Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • The Rooms - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • George Street - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Mary Brown's Chicken & Taters - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Guv’nor

Inn with free breakfast, near George Street
At The Guv’nor, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning or laundry, and answer any questions about the accommodations.
32-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Microwaves, free local calls, and hair dryers are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CAD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 19
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no 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

Are free cancellation options available at The Guv’nor?

The Guv’nor offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Guv’nor?

As of Nov 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guv’nor on Dec 5, 2025 start from $87.85, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to The Guv’nor?

This inn is situated in Churchill Park within a short 18-minute walk of Avalon Mall and also 8 minutes on foot from Aquarena Fitness Centre. You'll also find George Street and The Rooms within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Guv’nor?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Guv’nor include a casino?

No, The Guv’nor doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Guv’nor?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Guv’nor?

There are many amenities for couples at this inn, including a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms feature fireplaces.

Does The Guv’nor have a hot tub?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Guv’nor have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Guv’nor serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Guv’nor allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Guv’nor for a fee of CAD 30 per accommodation, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at The Guv’nor?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Guv’nor?

The closest major airport to The Guv’nor is St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT), which is 4.9 mi away (13 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Guv’nor?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Guv’nor.

The Guv’nor Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 45 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 134 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Dated but the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating, had a cooler full of frozen fish stored in their freezer over night, fast and easy check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dmitrii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Faron

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amir

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small and stuffy, everything that you need was there. They had nice little restaurant/ lounge
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was really small but served the purpose for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Rhondi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
Room smelled musty like old smoke. Corners and baseboards were dirty. There was a hair in the bathtub.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Linda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nnadozie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Ac noisy and not effective. Environment uncondusive
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun bar
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was great for our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darlene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 2 nights

Nice room, comfortable bed, room very clean, good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Lindsey

Traveled with family
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 Expedia 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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has a beautiful ambiance to it. And the food in the pub was excellent. So many great choices. I could eat there three times a day for a whole week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Carole

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff in the Hotel and Restaurant, Nice patio area outside. Very laid-back. Close to shopping area. Great area for walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marjorie J

Sleepless night Noisy AC.Unbearable! Felt like an air less tomb. Would not recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miki

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quaint, but cozy, and the beds were really comfortable. I was really happy with the shower as well - it's uncommon for hotels to have such good water pressure! Bruce at the front desk was friendly and extremely helpful, and we had a great stay! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025