Very shabby hotel. Were told we couldn’t open the window due to hatching birds (!) and there was no A/C. Had paid for a triple room, but one of the beds was a roll-away stuffed into a twin room, with very little room left to move around. The roll-away bed collapsed every time someone sat on it, but they had to send staff twice to check because they didn’t believe us. Were finally offered a single room free of charge. Beds were uncomfortable, and the hotel was quite run down. Sad, because it is 300 years old and has a ton of potential. If only they would renovate it!
The first impression is that the hotel would need an upgrade, but I could see the charm of it as well. The personnel is friendly and has the correct hospitality approach. I have stayed in quite a few hotels on the island and Grand Hotel scores best in this.
Very pleasant indeed. An authentic historical stay. Very friendly and forthcoming receptionist. Spacious room, comfortable beds, great view, quiet. Excellent English breakfast. What more could you ask for?