We will be delighted to accommodate your Afternoon Tea with any special dietary restrictions that you and your guests may have, including vegetarian sandwiches, gluten free breads, pastries and scones. If requested, please note that we will endeavour to ensure that there are no nuts in the Afternoon Tea offering – however all products are produced in an environment where nuts are used and we cannot guarantee that our food is 100% free from nuts or nut traces. Our Afternoon Tea is prepared fresh daily, therefore we request 24 hours' notice for any allergies or dietary restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free requests.
The Old Government House Hotel & Spa
In the heart of St Peter Port, The Old Government House Hotel & Spa is the only five-star hotel in Guernsey
Visit siteThe Mistinguett Suite
A beautifully appointed and spacious Junior Suite, with light-filled floor-length glass doors leading onto a private terrace complete with a large Compass Rose stone table, chairs and loungers. Inspired by the French actress and singer Mistinguett (1875 – 1956), who made her debut at the Casino de Paris in 1895 and appeared in venues such as Moulin Rouge and Eldorado, this suite represents the elegance of French glitz and glamour with a playful air of sophistication.
Seamlessly blending rich colours of red, silver, grey and gold with mirrored glass, pearl mosaics, sumptuous fur fabrics and unique French furnishings, the suite provides style and total comfort in equal measure.
- Welcome beverage on arrival
- VIP check-in and checkout
- 24-hour butler service
- Private terrace
Golden Tips Tea
Enjoy our freshly baked scones, pastries and finger sandwiches alongside Ceylon Golden Tips, in partnership with specialist tea merchants PMD Tea.
With white-glove service, this delicate tea is weighed with precision at The Rubens using golden scales; each tip is placed into the silver teapot individually with golden tweezers. The tea, which is showcased in a mahogany box lined with velvet, is infused with still mineral water to produce an extraordinary liquor and a smooth, light and mellow texture, with hints of fruity notes.
Offer: Purchase our Golden Tips voucher for £500 for two people, which includes a bottle of Lanson Champagne (750ml) that will be sabred at your table.
Our Afternoon Teas
Our Royal Afternoon Tea
Our delicious Afternoon Tea features mouth-watering pastries that were heavily influenced by the House of Windsor, and especially inspired by Her Majesty the Queen.
Delicious Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten-Free alternatives are available.
Price: £38 per person | £56 with a glass of Champagne
It is advisable to reserve a table.
Bottomless Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an exceptional Bottomless Champagne Afternoon Tea in our Palace Lounge, overlooking the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace.
Receive a 20% discount when you book and visit between 17th May and 30th of June.
Price: £60 per person
Maximum seating time: 2 hours
It is advisable to reserve a table.
Something sweet for the whole family
Pamper & superhero party
Join us at The Rubens this May half-term.
Specially designed for children under 12 years of age, enjoy activities such as hairstyling, face masks, superhero training, games and dancing. Activities will be tailored to the age group of children.
The party will include a Prince & Princess Afternoon Tea, a catwalk down the red carpet, gift and certificate.
Please email us below or call 020 7834 6600 to book.
Price: £45 per child
When: 2nd and 5th June at 2.30pm
Little Prince & Princess Tea
We believe everyone should enjoy Afternoon Tea, so we have adapted our traditional menu to suit every little Prince and Princess. Treats include freshly made bite-size sandwiches, freshly baked scones, selected pastries and a choice of milkshake, hot chocolate, tea or soft drink.
If you are staying with us, your children can even have their own Master Chef Experience in the art of pastry making.
Price: £19.50 per child
Available for children under the age of 12 years.
Afternoon Tea parties
Popular for celebrations, especially for those catching up with friends, hosting a baby shower, birthday or bridal showers. We are pleased to welcome groups of 10 guests or more between 2.30pm and 5pm for £40 per person or for a Champagne Afternoon Tea for £50 per person.
We can only accept group bookings of up to 6 people for the immediate future, but please do contact us to discuss reservations in the longer term as we will welcome larger groups as soon as we are able to.
We can also cater for children's parties.
Opening hours
Monday - Friday & Sunday:
12 noon - 5pm
Saturdays:
12 noon - 6pm
Contact
Telephone: +44 (0) 20 7834 6600
Email: diningrb@rchmail.com
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The Golden Tips Experience
This truly unique experience includes a Royal Afternoon Tea stand for two and a bottle of Lanson Champagne, sabred at your table.
Purchase voucher