From around the 1950s, Jersey's tourist industry boomed. Many of the original hotels built in the early years have since been demolished to make place for modern, stylish hotels. Most hotels on the island are situated in Jersey's capital, St Helier, although there is also a good choice of coastal hotels, in-town hotels or countryside hotels and there is a wide range of prices from budget hotels to high end luxury.

The longest established and largest hotel group on Jersey is the Seymour Hotel Group. Their pledge is to provide guests with excellent value for money. The group has always remained a family business and this is reflected in the courteous and friendly service of the staff at the hotels. The group owns the Merton Hotel and Watersplash Beach Bar and Diner which is located in St Ouen's Bay. The Merton has built a reputation for children's facilities and has been recognised as probably the best Channel Islands hotel for families with its Aquadome (a children's water playground) and other facilities for youngsters such as Activity 10Teen Club and Games Zone. The Merton Hotel offers special weekly rates with discounts. You can expect to pay in the region of £420 per person for a week's stay.

Seymour also owns the Pomme d'Or which overlooks Liberation Square in St Helier. This hotel was used as the headquarters for the German Navy during the invasion of the island in World War 2 and it was from the balcony here that the Liberation Forces raised their flag on 9th May 1945 (Liberation Day). Prices at the Pomme d'Or start at around £99 per person per night.

Other hotels of note include La Grande Vere which overlooks St Aubins Bay and has spectacular views of the waterfront and Elizabeth Castle. The Royal Yacht is another splendid modern, refurbished luxury hotel in St Helier.

For luxury travellers, The Longueville Manor Hotel is the top rated 5-star hotel on the island. Located at Longueville Road in St Helier the hotel is stylish and elegant and is the Channel Islands' only member of Relais & Chateaux. The hotel started life as a manor house in the 14th century and has since been refurbished in sumptuous style offering unprecedented luxury. Food critics and leading travel writers have long extolled the virtues of the hotel which has 5 AA stars.

Through the months of November and December the hotel has special offers available with rooms starting at around £190 per person per night. This includes champagne on arrival, luxury accommodation and most meals together with Group 1 car hire. Rooms with breakfast included normally start at just over the £200 mark.

Huggler Hotels own two hotels: The Club Hotel (whose food has been commended in the Good Food Guide and The Observer) and the Star Apollo. Both are located in St Helier. The Huggler has special offers starting from £49 per person per night for winter breaks.

The Best Western Group own the Royal Hotel in St Helier. This fine hotel is only a few minutes walk from the pedestrianised shopping area of the town. Attractive to business travellers as well as holidaymakers, this hotel boasts four poster bedrooms as well as free wi-fi access in bedrooms and public areas. The hotel has been refurbished and is both contemporary and comfortable. The restaurant kitchens use local produce when possible and have been awarded an AA Rosette. There is a car park with 16 car parking spaces and rooms start from around £120 per room with 2 people sharing in low season.

Morgan Hotels own six quality hotels on the island which provide a choice of award-winning gardens, indoor leisure facilities, seafront or town locations or even a Victorian townhouse. The Morgan family are long-established hoteliers and their hotels have a superb record for their professional hospitality as well as their attention to detail.

The Radisson Blu, part of the Radisson chain, has luxurious rooms right in the heart of St Helier's Marina. Prices start from around £75 per person per night. Quality is of the usual high standard of the Radisson group.

Other hotels include The Grand Jersey Hotel on the seafront. This establishment is furnished in contemporary style and prices here start around £75 per person per night. The family-friendly Apollo is situated near Fort Regent Leisure Centre and prices at this hotel start from around £49 per person per night.

If you wish to stay at St Brelade, the Horizon & Spa offers rooms from £60 per person per night. This lovely hotel is situated near Jersey Lavender and St Brelade's Church. The nearby Golden Sands Hotel has accommodation starting from around £82 and the hotel offers some spectacular views across the beach at St Aubins Bay. In the vicinity, the Hotel La Place is a sympathetically-restored farmhouse dating back to the 17th century. Rooms start from £70.

Prices start at around £50 per person per night at The Miramar Hotel which has an outstanding elevated position overlooking St Brelade's Bay. The hotel has delightful gardens and there is a short walk to the beach. There is parking here as well as an outdoor swimming pool. Prices for this two-star hotel are around £30 per person per night.

Probably one of the best value for money hotels on the island is Les Charrieres. Set in delightful surroundings in the countryside in St Peters Valley, the hotel is convenient for the airport and many major attractions. Originally a farmhouse, the hotel is one of the oldest on the island. Rates start from a reasonable £34 per night low season and only rise to around £55 in high season. The hotel has an indoor pool and air-conditioned gym. It has been independently owned for over 25 years and its kitchens aim to use local produce whenever possible and offer an a la carte menu as well as vegetarian food. There is a good variety of fresh fish on its menu. The hotel caters for children and families and boasts a Courtesy Award for its friendly and helpful approach towards guests.