Southernhay House Hotel
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Southernhay House Hotel
No. 3 of Cultural Hotels in Devon
36 Southernhay E, Exeter, Devon EX1 1NX, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Ideal location
Delicious breakfast
Lots to doAmenities
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Multi-Function Room
24-Hour Front Desk
Wi-Fi in Public AreasFree
Luggage Storage
Express Check-In and Check-Out
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Property Description
With a stay at Southernhay House Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Exeter, a 3-minute drive from University of Exeter and 14 minutes from Dartmoor National Park. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Barnfield Theatre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Martin's Church.
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8.7/10
Cleanliness8.7
Amenities8.7
Location8.7
Service8.7
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Surroundings
Airport: Exeter Airport
(11.5 km)
Train: Exeter Central Railway Station
(700m)
Train: Exeter St Thomas
(1.2 km)
Landmarks: Southernhay Gardens
(<100m)
Landmarks: Exeter Cathedral
(250m)
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Rooms
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Services & Amenities
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6
Lovely & Larger Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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8
Love Room
1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Toothbrushes
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4
Charm Room
1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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4
Luxury Apartment
Bedroom 1:1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Toothbrushes
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21
Lovely & Luxury Room
1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
Towels
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
8.7/10
Very Good
51 reviews
- Cleanliness8.7
- Amenities8.7
- Location8.7
- Service8.7
Average for similar properties in Exeter
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Location: The hotel is frequently praised for its central location in Exeter, close to the Cathedral, shops, and main attractions yet situated in a quiet and peaceful area. It's particularly convenient for those visiting the city center.(based on 1 review)
Melo7or15
October 8, 2023
在埃克塞特的市中心附近的一處酒店，非常古典但優雅，鑰匙都是實體，早餐也很棒，房間裏的環境也都非常令人舒適，有機會還會再來的
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owenj586
August 13, 2025
This review is for the food. Fabulous wine list, food (special occasion set menu was promised, though not delivered in the end) was genuinely vile, expensive and worse quality steak than Wetherspoons . Food was uneaten, because it was awful, waiter didn’t notice. Hotel was a lovely venue though x
Guest User
November 8, 2025
This is a a gem of a boutique hotel handily placed for exploring the city centre. Our room was generously sized and extremely comfortable with super king size bed and a large bathroom. The roll top bath was great for a soak after a hard day’s sightseeing. The town centre and the cathedral are only a few minutes walk away yet the area was calm and peaceful, ensuring a good night’s sleep. Breakfast was excellent with a good choice. The pancakes were beautifully done and the portion generous as was the full English I had the following day. The staff were friendly and helpful.The bar is comfortable and a great place for a nightcap. The hotel benefits from its historic background and yet is beautifully clean and modern. We would happily stay here again
Guest User
October 30, 2025
A lovely peaceful, quirky, boutique hotel in a very quiet but central part of Exeter. We loved everything about this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were very well appointed, comfortable and had many lovely luxury touches, whilst being eco friendly. Lovely attention to detail throughout the hotel. The bar and dining area were very nice, great breakfast with a very good choice of dishes and good drinks and cocktail menu. Would definitely stay again and would recommend this gem of a hotel.
Paradise652552
October 2, 2025
Southernhay House must be the only hotel in England (certainly the only hotel charging three hundred pounds per room per night B & B) that does not offer their guests the opportunity to have cornflakes for breakfast. Or Weetabix. Or Rice Crispies. Or any fresh fruit. Or any fruit juice other than orange juice. The only cereal they offer is some unappealing-looking granola. On the positive side, the staff of the hotel are friendly and helpful, the period decor is attractive and authentic-looking, and there are some stunning pieces of antique furniture. But you can't eat the decor or the furniture for breakfast.
JaxC380
July 15, 2025
Booked for a graduation meal. The venue is stunning it’s a shame the food was standard nothing special . Considering it was a small menu we expected what we would be given would be done very well and a high standard of ingredients would be used, unfortunately this was not the case. what we received was average to say the least the Steak was not great quality and not cooked well it lacked flavour , the rest of the plate was mediocre, tasteless tomatoes and what I suspect may be frozen chips . The Halloumi sticks my son commented were the same as Whetherspoons . The Ragu meat was poor and had a lot of fat . The Wine menu should match the standard of food, if you sell high end like Cristal the food should be of the same calibre . I would be surprised if they have a Chef more likely a cook , if the food we received was done by a Chef then that’s concerning, I have had much better food at pubs , felt very disappointed by what we received if I’m honest and everyone commented , which is a shame because this place could be amazing , the venue is beautiful .
hanaa m
January 12, 2025
OMG, AMAZING! I really love the decor of this place. For starters, the food was just delish, and my partner and I had the best night's sleep ever! We stayed in a room called Cotton, and the bed was so comfy. We took full advantage of the bath in there, too. The staff were lovely and couldn't do enough to help us; I'm currently looking at booking again for Valentine's Day!
Michael
July 5, 2025
Fabulous
Lady that checked us in was lovely, real asset to the hotel. Looked after us at all points of our stay from reception to bar drinks and breakfast, she was amazing.
Hotel is lovely with a great character and vibe, breakfast was excellent and the sun terrace is a gem.
Services & Amenities
Most popular amenities
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Multi-Function Room
24-Hour Front Desk
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Luggage Storage
Bar
Restaurant
Meeting Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Free
Parking
Parking
Front desk services
24-Hour Front Desk
Express Check-In and Check-Out
Concierge Service
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
VIP Check-In Service
Languages spoken
English
Russian
Latvian
Lithuanian
French
Spanish
Food & drink
Bar
Lobby Bar
Room Service
Snack Bar
Public areas
No Smoking in Public Areas
Garden
Smoking Area
Cleaning services
Clothes Dryer
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Business services
Multi-Function Room
Meeting Room
Additional charge
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Safety & security
First-Aid Kit
Smoke Detector
Fire Extinguisher
Security Personnel
First Aid Services
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–24:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child policies
Children are not permitted to stay at this property
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
StyleA la carte
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 07:30-10:30 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1805
- Number of Rooms: 11
Phone:+44-1392435324
Email:home@southernhayhouse.com
With a stay at Southernhay House Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Exeter, a 3-minute drive from University of Exeter and 14 minutes from Dartmoor National Park. This luxury hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Barnfield Theatre and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Martin's Church.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Georgian hotel also features concierge services and a reception hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. This Georgian hotel also features concierge services and a reception hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff.
Stay in one of 11 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as coffee/tea makers and complimentary bottled water.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Check-in at Southernhay House Hotel is from 15:00-24:00 and check-out is by 11:00.What are the check-in and check-out times at Southernhay House Hotel?
Are pets allowed at Southernhay House Hotel?
No, pets are not allowed at Southernhay House Hotel.Are pets allowed at Southernhay House Hotel?
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The nearest airport is Exeter Airport, just about 20 mins from hotel by car (11.5 km) away.Which airport is closest to Southernhay House Hotel?
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Exeter Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 11.53KM |
| Nearest Train Station | Exeter Central Railway Station |
| Distance to Train Station | 0.7KM |
| Average Price From | EUR318 |
| Hotel Star Rating | 5 |