Hotels Near Exeter, Devon

Sitting along the river Exe in Devonshire, the city of Exeter bursts with old English character while offering the conveniences of a modern city. The capital of Devon, Exeter is home to Exeter Cathedral, which dates back to Norman times, and is surrounded by picturesque countryside that features green fields, narrow roads lined with hedges and miles of coastline. Visitors will find both modern and historic lodging options.

St. Olaves Hotel

A character hotel in the historic Exeter city center, the St. Olaves Hotel offers 15 attractive guest rooms, including two suites. A Georgian mansion built in 1827, the building that houses St. Olaves is officially recognized by British historical authorities as a Grade II listed building, and it sits just 400 yards from the remarkable Exeter Cathedral. Guests may dine al fresco on hotel grounds or just sit and relax in the hotel's outstanding walled garden.

St. Olaves Hotel
Mary Arches Street
Exeter EX43AZ
England
011 44 13 9221 7736
olaves.co.uk

Queen's Court Hotel

The luxurious Queen's Court Hotel offers guests a relaxed ambiance with superb food and service. Situated in a period terrace building, the hotel boasts a relaxing, secure atmosphere enhanced by extensive refurbishments that have added modern amenities but removed none of the hotel's Georgian charm. Just a five-minute walk from the city center, the Queen's Court is also close to rail stations and the campus of the University of Exeter.

Queen's Court Hotel
Bystock Terrace
Exeter, EX4 4HY
England
011 44 13 9227 2709
www.queenscourt-hotel.co.uk

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

The four-star Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel houses 154 en-suite rooms in Exeter's city center. The hotel sits within walking distance of the famous Quayside and is a sublime jumping-off point for exploring Devon's picturesque coastline. Hotel amenities include an indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool spa, lounge bar, terrace restaurant, free Wi-Fi and paid parking. Two conference suites and five meeting rooms are available for business or private gatherings. Special packages are also available.

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
Southernhay East
Exeter EX1 1QF
England
011 44 13 9241 2812
accorhotels.com

City Gate Hotel

Close to all major roads and the gems of Devon and the West Country, the City Gate Hotel offers 14 high-quality en-suite guest rooms that feature air-conditioning and full-size showers. Additional amenities include free high-speed Internet access, hairdryers, trouser presses, and irons and ironing boards. The hotel also houses a comfortable pub that serves sandwiches, full meals and a variety of Young's and local ales. Hotel rates include a full English breakfast.

City Gate Hotel
Iron Bridge
Lower North Street
Exeter EX4 3RB
England
011 44 13 9249 5811
citygatehotel.com

Article Written By Skyler Springsteen

Skyler Springsteen began writing for websites such as eHow and Trails Travel while living in Peru in 2009. She is a 2008 summa cum laude graduate of the University of Wyoming, where she studied journalism and Spanish. She recently began a Master of Philosophy program in historical studies at the University of Cambridge.

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