Having just read the latest review on this guest house, improvements may well have been made since I stayed there, which was in October 2010. I was aware that the guest lounge was going to be refurbished, which is just as well, because it looked like something out of the 1950s, the only up-to-date item being the TV!
Firstly, the positives; the towels were beautifully white and fluffy (I understand that they had recently been replaced), and the bed was one of the most comfortable I have ever slept in. The location was excellent, and Noella is a gem; if the rating had been for her, I would give her 5 stars without hesitation.
Now the negatives; When I was shown to my room, the toilet was not clean. I mentioned this and was told that a bit of bleach would sort it out. While it did indeed resolve the problem, that was not acceptable, because the toilet should have been cleaned before, not after, I had arrived. Also, the toilet brush was badly stained, and I don't think I need to be graphic here.... There were no drawers in my room, so items that could not be hung up had to go on the shelves in the wardrobe. This would not have been a problem had the shelves been clean, but they were not, unfortunately. It is for the reasons I have just stated that I have only given three points for cleanliness.
The breakfast was very bland, and offered the same each day with very little choice. The toast was underdone, cold and soggy, and the only fruit-juice available every single day was orange. There were two choices of cereal - the same two choices every day - and as I don't eat cooked breakfast, I would have welcomed some fresh fruit and/or yoghurt.

The carpet in my room was clean, but the same could not be said for the carpet in the entrance hall and on the stairs.

I decided to try La Bonne Vie last year for a change, but this year I will be returning to the guest house I have stayed in for the past three years, which has only been allocated 3 stars but has far more redeeming features than the Bonne Vie. The room rate for La Bonne Vie is extremely reasonable, but that is reflected in its overall quality.

We have just returned from a weeks stay at La Bonne Vie and would just like to say we enjoyed our stay, a little bit of France in Jersey. Our rooms was bright, airy and perfectly clean. Fluffy white towels and tea/coffee available everyday. We didn't use the guest lounge, as we spent most of our days out, but again it was very welcoming with big comfy settees and polished wood floors. We would happily stay here again.
It is many years since I first visited Jersey and it is just as friendly as I remember, great walking and food.

we went to trace family tree ,it was close to what we needed ,plenty to eat for breakfast .lovely fluffy towels ,bed very comfy ,very welcomeing would use again

Ok, just a basic review, i'll keep it simple.

Single traveller paying a small £38 a night inc breakfast! My review is in comparison with price paid, however i felt this was ony a 3star B&B
I thought the interior of the hotel was actually very nice. I couldnt tell where i would have had to go if needed to ask the proprieters(?) for any help. The only rooms i could make out where the breakfast room and snug downstairs.

Positives: Price (£38 for single room), Close to St Helier Shops and REALLY close to beach! Room felt cosy and tv had excellent reception for once! SHortbread was a nice touch in room. Bed was SO comfortable and quality of bedding excellent.

Negatives: Breakfast choice was lacking and atmosphere was strange/quiet/uncomfortable. Just orange juice, cornflakes and muesli. Plus fried breakfast. Towels were stiff and old. No parking at all. Couldnt contact owners for any help.

All in all, would possibly return as price was endearing. This isnt 4star tho im afraid. 3star maybe.