Review of Hotel Ambassadeur 3*

The Ambassadeur has varying reviews and Ill try to be as objective as possible. The first room we were allocated overlooked the swimming pool, for any privacy the curtains had to be permanently drawn darkening the room. The room smelt musty and the bathroom smelt of drains. I paid a subsidy and had a room with a sea view which was considerably better. The bathroom was a vast improvement but the shower had very poor water pressure. The biggest problem was the sound proofing of the room. It was possible to hear every word spoken by the guests next door, with their TV on sleeping was virtually impossible.   The restaurant was vast, with tables crammed into every available space, you'll have more room between tables in a fast food outlet!  Our first table was situated by the 'plate stacking/clearing area' it was noisy and the sight of waste food being scraped off plates did little to enhance the atmosphere in which to dine.  Discreet conversation over a meal impossible. You can forget a romantic dinner for two! It could best be described as cafe style dining with silver service. The waiting staff barely gave you time to finished a course before the plates were whisked away and the next course presented. The food was plentiful but plain. When on holiday, dining is a part to look forward to, this was just a place to eat and the staff got you through as quick as possible. Buying a bottle of wine, that's if you could find the wine waiter was a waste of time. The wine would not have had time to breath etc. The maitre de was seen once during our stay and I would suggest he should consider his position.   This Hotel did nothing to reaffirm Jerseys excellent reputation for dining and hotel accommodation. It was a tired hotel that has lost its way. Jersey now has its own Fawlty Towers!