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The Guv’nor

3.5 star property
Inn with free parking, near The Rooms

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Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Suite, 1 Queen bed, Fireplace, Jacuzzi | 1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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389 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL, A1B 1V1
  • Memorial University of Newfoundland
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Rooms
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • George Street
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

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

Room 1 Queen Bed, Ground floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 230 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room 2 Double Beds, Ground floor

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground floor

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 a restaurant, 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
  • 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

  • ‪Mary Brown's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Bigs Ultimate Sports Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Guv'nors Pub - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Guv’nor

Inn with free parking, near The Rooms
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.

Languages

English

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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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: CAD 14 to 25 for adults and CAD 11 to 25 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
  • 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

  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately CAD 14 to 25 for adults, and CAD 11 to 25 for children
  • 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.

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 The Rooms and George Street within a short drive.

Is there parking available 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 do couples enjoy most about The Guv’nor?

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

Are there hot tubs at The Guv’nor?

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 a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge 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, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 that I can book at The Guv’nor?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Guv’nor.

The Guv’nor Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 50 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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