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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
Exterior
Suite, 1 Queen bed, Fireplace, Jacuzzi
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior detail

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov

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)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room 1 Queen Bed, Ground floor

Room 1 Queen Bed, Ground floor

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Room, 1 Double Bed, Ground floor

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
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Room 2 Double Beds, Ground floor

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room 2 Double Beds, Ground floor

Highlights

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

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About the area

St. John's

At The Guv’nor you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Memorial University of Newfoundland and Aquarena Fitness Centre. Highlights at this inn include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The inn's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM. .Near this 3.5-property class Churchill Park inn, you'll find George Street.
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What's nearby

  • Memorial University of Newfoundland - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Avalon Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Clare's Mercy Hospital - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • The Rooms - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • George Street - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • St. John's, NL (YYT-St. John's Intl.) - 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
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

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
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Guv’nor offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift

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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

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

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: CAD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per accommodation, per day
  • 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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at The Guv’nor?

The Guv’nor offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 18 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Guv’nor on 20 Nov 2025 start from NZ$186.66, 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.

Is parking available at The Guv’nor?

Yep, The Guv’nor has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Guv’nor?

The closest beach to The Guv’nor is Topsail Beach (13.9 km).

Does The Guv’nor serve breakfast?

You bet, free full brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Guv’nor?

No, The Guv’nor does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Guv’nor?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Guv’nor?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.