Southernhay House Hotel
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Southernhay House Hotel

Discover Southernhay House Hotel, an 5-star stay in Exeter. With a score of 8.6/10 based on 50 reviews, it offers an outstanding blend of quality and value, with prices starting from US$270.

Check-In & Check-Out

From 15:00 until 11:00

Nearby Attractions

Exeter Cathedral: 0.24 km away

Southernhay Gardens: 0.1 km away

Cathedral Green: 0.27 km away

Amenity Highlights

Pets policy: Pets are not allowed.

Food & Drink: Room service, Snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Lobby bar

Southernhay House Hotel

No. 3 of Cultural Hotels in Devon
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Highlights
Ideal location
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
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Property Description
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Cleanliness8.6
Amenities8.6
Location8.6
Service8.6
Surroundings
Airport: Exeter Airport
(9.4 km)
Train: Exeter Central Station
(700m)
Train: Exeter St Thomas
(1.2 km)
Landmarks: Southernhay Gardens
(<100m)
Landmarks: Exeter Cathedral
(240m)
Landmarks: Cathedral Green
(270m)
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Lovely & Larger Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
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Private toilet
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8

Love Room

1 Queen bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
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Toothbrushes
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Charm Room

1 Double bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
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26

Lovely & Luxury Room

1 King bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
TV
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Location: The hotel is perfectly located in the center of Exeter, offering easy access to the cathedral, station, and city sights. Despite being centrally located, the area is quiet, providing a peaceful atmosphere for guests.(based on 1 review)
M‍e‍l‍o‍7‍o‍r‍1‍5
October 8, 2023
A hotel near the city center of Exeter, very classic but elegant, the keys are all physical, the breakfast is also great, the environment in the room is also very comfortable, I will come again if I have the chance
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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
C‍u‍l‍t‍u‍r‍e‍3‍4‍8‍5‍1‍6‍1‍3‍5‍8‍7
November 6, 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
J‍a‍n‍e‍ ‍W
October 29, 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

Restaurant
No additional info available

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

Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds cannot be added.

Breakfast
StyleA la carte
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 07:30-10:30 Open
AgeFee
Adult
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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, within a 15-minute drive of Dartmoor National Park and Barnfield Theatre. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from St Martin's Church and 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Princesshay.

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

What are the check-in and check-out times at Southernhay House Hotel?

Check-in time at Southernhay House Hotel starts at 15:00-24:00, and check-out time is by 11:00.

Are pets allowed at Southernhay House Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed at Southernhay House Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Southernhay House Hotel?

Room prices at Southernhay House Hotel vary by travel dates, hotel policy, and other factors. Enter your travel dates to see current prices.

How to get to Southernhay House Hotel from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Exeter Airport, located about 19 mins from hotel by car (9.4 km) away.

What’s the cancellation policy at Southernhay House Hotel?

The cancellation policy at Southernhay House Hotel depends on your room type and booking terms.

About This Property

Nearest AirportExeter Airport
Distance to Airport9.41KM
Nearest Train StationExeter Central Railway Station
Distance to Train Station0.7KM
Average Price FromUSD369
Hotel Star Rating5