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About the Hotel

Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1QF
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Close to the historic old town
Very good
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Offering 153 rooms, the family Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is just a short walk from a shopping district and about 20 minutes' walk from Exeter Quay. This 4-star modern hotel is located in close proximity to the Anglican Exeter Cathedral and welcomes its guests to use a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities or to enjoy British cuisine in the onsite à la carte restaurant.

Location

The smoke-free hotel boasts a prime location near a train station and offers easy access to Rougemont Castle, which is a mere 0.7 km away. The Northernhay Gardens Bandstand is 16 minutes' walk away, while The Medieval Exe Bridge is 500 m from the Mercure Exeter.

Exeter and Coach bus station can be found in the vicinity of the property.

Rooms

Some of the soundproofed rooms are appointed with sound-proofed windows, and such self-catering options as a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making machines. Guests can use a walk-in shower and a sink, along with bathrobes and slippers. Some of the air-conditioned rooms boast sea views.

Eat & Drink

Lunch is served in the onsite restaurant Gate House. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink. This contemporary bar has a lounge, a terrace, and a furnished patio. There is a restaurant serving Indian food merely 250 metres away.

Leisure & Business

A gym and a heated indoor pool are available at the Mercure. Guests will enjoy a golf course, along with a spa salon provided at the hotel.

Must-do experiences

  • Take a stroll along the River Exe for stunning views and wildlife.
  • Visit the historic Exeter Cathedral and climb the tower for vistas.
  • Indulge in a cream tea at the renowned Tea on the Green.
  • Explore the underground passages for a glimpse into Exeter's history.
  • Check out the Exeter Street Food Market for diverse local dishes.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Classic Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
Bathtub
Accessible Classic Room One Double or Two single Beds
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Accessible Privilege Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
155 sq. feet 
2 Single beds
Shower
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Lift
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa lounge
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1QF
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Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1QF
Nearby
Church
Exeter Cathedral
1600 ft
17 Catherine St
St Catherine's Chapel and Almshouses
1400 ft
Exeter - Catacombs and Lower Cemetery
600 ft
Phoenix Blitz Memorial
Blitz Fountain and the Phoenix Blitz Memorial
600 ft
Cathedral Yard Exeter Cathedral
Statue of Richard Hooker
1100 ft
Frog Street In a park off Frog Street
The Medieval Exe Bridge
1600 ft
Event hall
Exeter Guildhall
1300 ft
Church
St Stephen's Church
1500 ft
Church
St Pancras Church
1500 ft
Princesshay
Blue Boy Statue
1600 ft
Exeter High Street
Exeter Riddle Sculpture
1600 ft
Near Killerton House
Budlake Old Post Office
600 ft
National Trust's Killerton Estate
Clyston Mill
600 ft
251 High Street
Year of the Pedestrian Statue
2000 ft
Church
St Martin's Church
1200 ft
Edmund Street
The House That Moved
1300 ft
Event hall
Tucker's Hall. The Guild of Weavers
1400 ft
Shopping Area
Princesshay
1700 ft
Cathedral Yard
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
1400 ft
Restaurants
Opa Taverna
700 ft
36-37 South Street
Bistro du Vin
200 ft
Magdalen Street
White Hart
700 ft
66 South Street White Hart Hotel
Sparkles
800 ft
10-12 Palace Gate
The Fusion Buffet
900 ft
10 Palace Gate
Real India
900 ft
28 South Street
On The Waterfront
1400 ft
4-9 Southern Warehouse
Kaspa's Desserts
1000 ft
1 Market Street
Cosy Club Exeter
600 ft
1 Southernhay East
Pasha
1100 ft
80 South Street
Tang Shian
1000 ft
77-78 South Street
La Cantina Street Kitchen
1500 ft
Restaurant
Getting around
City Centre
Exeter5 min  ·  1400 ft
Airports
Exeter International Airport (EXT)14 min  ·  5.8 mi
Bristol Airport (BRS)162 min  ·  66.7 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site at GBP 16 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP16.50 per person per day. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Swedish, Hungarian, Romanian, Polish, Latvian
Year renovated:
2008
Number of rooms:
153
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