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The Guv’nor

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star inn near The Rooms

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A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a stack of travel brochures, and a wooden headboard.
A building with a sign reading "The Guvnor Pub" and "Function Room." There are outdoor umbrellas with logos.
A brown leather sofa with two cushions in a hotel room.
A hotel room with a leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, a bathtub, and a desk with a lamp.
A formal dining room with a long table set for a meal, surrounded by patterned chairs, a chandelier, and framed artwork on the walls.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, The Rooms
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with a large bed, two wall-mounted lights, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outside.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Courtyard Area

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a stack of travel brochures, and a wooden headboard.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard Area

A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, bedside table, lamp, and a chair.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Courtyard Area

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, and a small table.

Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Courtyard Area

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a sofa, two beds, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a lamp.

Deluxe Double Room, Multiple Beds

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, Jetted Tub

A hotel room with a leather sofa, a bed with white linens, a coffee machine, and wall-mounted sconces.

Superior Room, Jetted Tub

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

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About the neighborhood

St. John's

Churchill Park stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Churchill Park inn, you'll find Memorial University of Newfoundland and The Works Aquarena. Scotiabank Theatre St. John's and Avalon Mall are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪No Name Pizza - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Manna European Bakery and Deli - ‬11 min walk

About this property

The Guv’nor

3.5-star inn near The Rooms
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star St. John's inn.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Guv’nor offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

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

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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: CAD 150 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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

How close is The Guv’nor to the airport?

The Guv’nor is 4.9 mi (13-min drive) away from the St. John's Intl. Airport (YYT) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Sep 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guv’nor on Sep 28, 2026 start from $106, including 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.

Does The Guv’nor have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Guv’nor.

How close is The Guv’nor to the beach?

This inn is 10.1 mi (20-min drive) from Topsail Beach and 11.5 mi (22-min drive) from Chamberlains Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Guv’nor offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Guv’nor, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between CAD 17 and 35 for adults, CAD 17 and 35 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to noon and weekends from 10:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Guv’nor?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Guv’nor?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at The Guv’nor?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Guv’nor have a pool?

The Guv’nor does not have a pool.

Does The Guv’nor have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Guv’nor have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Guv’nor to downtown St. John's?

The Guv’nor is 1.2 mi away from St. John's.

The Guv’nor Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 438 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Noah

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

8/10 Good

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good central location, well kept old charm, clean, helpful and friendly staff....and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Basil

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast, and the service great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was absolutely amazing!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfasts were excellent
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

6/10 Okay

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness
Satisfactory stay. The meals were good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Hailey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good breakfast
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

apple

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and the waiters are excellent
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was ample and tasty, ordered off a regular breakfast menau, not just cold cereal and boiled eggs buffet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Edwin Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was tasty and ample, ordered off a regular breakfast menu, not just a cold cereal and boiled eggs buffet.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lenka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the on-site pub! The breakfast was fabulous and atmosphere decidedly NL.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast EXCELLENT
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

4/10 Poor

Gayle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found a camera battery under the sheets when we went to bed Staff was helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

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 review

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 review

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Quite pleased with our stay.. Really happy with it been so accessible. Drive right to the door. And no interference. Restaurant was very good....food was impressive. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026