The Hotel de France, situated on the outskirts of St Helier, the capital of Jersey, is one of the largest hotels in the Channel Islands. Boasting historical character and style, it also supplies the comfort and facilities expected by today's guest.

In 1866 the Imperial Hotel, as it was known then, opened its doors to the public on the present site, but it was far too grand an establishment and closed in 1880. For the next 60 years it became Maison St Louis, a Jesuit College for students studying theology, philosophy and science.

The German forces occupied the island in 1940 and Maison St Louis became a training school for German NCOs. When Jersey was liberated in 1945, the property remained empty for eight years. It was then purchased by the Reynolds Family and opened in 1954 under the present name, the Hotel de France. The current owners, the Parker Family, purchased the hotel in 1971 and extended it considerably over the following years. New wings were constructed, together with extensive conference facilities, banqueting kitchens and a new indoor swimming pool and spa.

Over the last decade, the Hotel de France has undertaken a continuous series of major refurbishments, resulting in the splendid establishment as it stands today. The original first-floor reception, for instance, has been moved to its present ground-floor position. The hotel now comprises 284 bedrooms, including twenty suites.

2006 saw the opening of the Ayush Wellness Spa, the first Ayurvedic Hotel Spa in the United Kingdom, dedicated to the principles of Ayurvedic therapies and luxurious spa treatments. This six treatment room spa has its own Indian physician and a staff of both Indian and Western therapists. To complement the spa is a swimming pool complex with an infinity pool, hydrotherapy pool, hot and cold plunge pools together with a sauna, steam room and a gym.

The Hotel de France has also a reputation for excellent cuisine. In addition to the Orangery, where breakfast is served daily, guests have the choice of two other restaurants: Saffrons, opened in 2008, offers a balanced combination of Indian spices with European flavours and local ingredients: it is the place to relax and indulge. Café Aroma, for a healthy dining option or a more traditional meal is also a great place to dine or snack, inside or on the terrace.

On the technical side, the Hotel de France was a pioneer in Jersey in installing Wi-Fi infrastructure in most areas of the hotel and indeed ensuring its place among the leading hotels in Europe. This service is entirely free.

The hotel also has as a hair and beauty salon.

In 2000 the Hotel de France received the "Investors in People" award, which reflects strongly the hotel's loyal, friendly and professional staff and quality of service offered.

Both the hotel and Jersey welcome the challenge of sustaining and increasing the awareness of a unique destination, one which draws many guests back year after year.