36 Southernhay East, Exeter, EX1 1NX, United Kingdom
#3 of 28 hotels in Exeter
Guests' ChoiceBased on 249 hotel reviews
8.9Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.6
Value for money
8.2
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 23 April 2024
Valerie
United KingdomWhat I would have liked is more space to put my make up and bits and pieces, so another folding table perhaps?
It was close to the Cathedral which is why I booked it. I loved the history of the house and grand but homely feel of the place. The breakfast was delicious and I would recommend it especially with the added mushrooms. I had tofu, roast tomatoes, spinach and large field mushrooms on sourdough. You don't have to be a vegetarian to like this!!
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 March 2024
Julia
United KingdomThe hotel was very warm - we had to have our window open even with the heating in the room off - and I think that was the towel rail. The pillows are quite firm too so if you like a soft or squishy pillow bring your own along
The room was lovely, very spacious and with really good facilities. The bed was very clean and comfortable. All the staff were friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent, personally served to the table which makes a very pleasant change. The quality of the food that we did have was excellent. The hotel is in a lovely part of Exeter and a very short walk takes you straight into Cathedral Close.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Mike
United KingdomReally good location great staff will stay again
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 20 November 2023
Matthew
United KingdomParking, but that's pretty standard for Exeter.
The overall ambience of the hotel was perfect. I love places that you can feel the history of. Southernhay House is far from a generic, bland chain hotel. The attention to detail from decor and furnishings was obvious and created a great atmosphere.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2023
Kristi
United KingdomGreat location, easy parking, interesting decor.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 14 October 2023
Paul
United KingdomOnly slight issue is parking - as in there isn’t any! We managed to busk around local restrictions but it’s not ideal.
Great location, excellent staff and a lovely room. Overall very good.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Ian
United KingdomParking is a faff but reasonably close...take a brolly in case it rains!!
Super location and excellent staff!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 28 September 2023
Peter
United KingdomNo desk to put a laptop on in the bedroom
Facilities and atmosphere is very nice and relaxed
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 September 2023
Thomas
United StatesNo air conditioning. The first night with windows open, it was hard to sleep because of the passersby's in the courtyard deep into the night.
Staff was excellent and very accommodating. The hotel is a charming building loaded with character.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Willem
NetherlandsThe hospitality and friendliness of the staff! The garden a quite spot in a hectic world.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 10 September 2023
Pamela
United KingdomStunning property… so much interest and beautiful … a very lovely taking point Very comfortable and staff go above and beyond are polite professional and effortlessly charming ! They are all fantastic.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
John
United Arab EmiratesParking - but not a huge problem.
All aspects were to our liking.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 10 August 2023
John
United KingdomN/A
It’s Georgian style of architecture, and the new extension that blends in extremely well. Very comfortable bar and lounge area, served by very hospitable staff. Excellent breakfast served in a charming room with lovely eclectic mix of furnishings.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2023
Gaby
United KingdomA mini fridge in the bedroom would have been welcome
Lovely historic building with modern twist, stylish. Highly recommend
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 8 June 2023
Sylvia
United KingdomThis review has been hidden because it doesn't meet our guidelines.
Reviewed: 3 June 2023
Robert
United KingdomWe Stayed In the cotton room.. Could have done with a desk/dressing table and also bathroom and shower were small
Location and friendliness of staff. Food was also great
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Andrew
United KingdomRooms lovely and tastefully decorated. Bathroom was great too.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 21 April 2023
Alex
United KingdomN/A
Very friendly staff, great location lovely hotel
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 31 March 2023
Kennedy
United KingdomNothing.
Excellent hotel with very knowledgeable staff and attention to detail in the various spaces.highly recommended.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 March 2023
Good
United Kingdompillows were a little hard
beautiful property in a great location
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 March 2023
Steve
United Kingdomshower leaked
lovey Georgian house, beautifully appointed
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 26 February 2023
Kathleen
BermudaNothing
Beautiful room, excellent breakfast, friendly, helpful staff.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 22 February 2023
Kathleen
BermudaBeautiful historic hotel, very close to Cathedral, lovely staff
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 1 February 2023
Julie
South AfricaThe room was comfortable and classically decorated. The bar has a lovely cosy atmosphere and the dinner was outstanding - beautiful fresh and tasty.
Stayed in January 2023
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