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Southernhay House Hotel

Exeter , 36 Southernhay East (Show on Map)

8.9

Excellent

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Summary of reviewsSouthernhay House Hotel is a stunning boutique hotel located in the heart of Exeter, offering a luxurious and comfortable stay. The hotel's location is perfect for exploring the city with the cathedral and city center just a short walk away. Guests rave about the outstanding breakfast, which includes gluten-free and vegan options and the dinner options are also highly praised. The rooms are beautifully furnished and decorated with sumptuous furnishings and stunning design. The staff is exceptional with guests describing them as knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. The beds are incredibly comfortable with high-quality bedding and pillows. The hotel is well-maintained and clean, although some guests noted minor issues. Overall, Southernhay House Hotel is a fantastic option for those seeking a luxurious and peaceful stay in Exeter.
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Room Types

Intimate Room This cosy and charming room is sunny and fresh linens and antiques. It includes a large flat-screen TV, iPod dock and tea and coffee making facilities, along with luxurious toiletries and free WiFi. This room has a bathroom with a screen shower. It is overlooking the garden or leafy Southernhay gardens.

Comfy Room This room features a seating area. It includes a large flat-screen TV, an iPod docking station and tea/coffee making facilities, along with complimentary toiletries and free WiFi. This room has a king-size bed and a bathroom with a shower. It is overlooking the garden or Southernhay gardens.

Larger Room This room offers a separate shower and antique furnishings. It includes a large flat-screen TV, iPod docking station and tea/coffee making facilities, along with complimentary toiletries and free WiFi. This room has a bathroom with a screen shower. It is overlooking the garden or Southernhay gardens.

Luxury Room This spacious room features a bathroom with a free-standing bath and separate power shower. It includes a large flat-screen TV, iPod dock and tea and coffee making facilities, along with luxurious toiletries and free WiFi.

One-Bedroom Apartment This apartment features a tea and coffee maker, a carpeted floor, TV, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Guest Reviews

8.9

Excellent

Location

Southernhay House Hotel is a beautiful boutique hotel that boasts the loveliest location in Exeter. It is situated near the cathedral and just a short walk from the city centre, making it an excellent location for guests who want to explore and experience Exeter. The hotel is conveniently located for all shops and restaurants, making it easy for guests to get around. Guests love the peaceful and classy area of the city, which is perfect for those who want to stay in a central location. The hotel is well situated within easy walking distance of the cathedral, shopping areas and quayside, making the ideal location to explore this wonderful city. Overall, the hotel's location is probably the best you'll find in Exeter - it's truly a great find in the heart of the city.

Breakfast

Southernhay House Hotel offers a wonderful breakfast experience that leaves guests feeling both satisfied and impressed. The breakfast is excellent and highly recommended with a fantastic choice of options, including gluten-free and vegan. Guests describe the breakfast as divine and delicious with hot and fresh pancakes being a particular highlight. The breakfast is beautifully put together and served in a lovely sunroom or atmospheric breakfast room. The service is attentive and the decor peaceful, creating a relaxing environment. Overall, the breakfast at Southernhay House Hotel is outstanding and not to be missed, except for those requiring vegan cooked breakfast options.

Dinner

Southernhay House Hotel's dinner options have received high praise from guests with many describing it as outstanding and fabulous. Beautiful, fresh and tasty dishes are served in the interestingly decorated dining facilities. The hotel also caters to larger groups, as one guest had brought her daughter and three university friends and was pleasantly looked after. Although some reviews mentioned that the dinner menu could have had better options or more variety, the overall feedback on the quality of meals was positive. Some guests had only tried the lighter options for dinner, which they found to be delicious. However, others found the menu choices to be limited with one guest not having the chance to try the food at all. Unfortunately, there were a few negative comments regarding the dinner menu with one guest describing it as poor and others feeling that they could have been better informed on when dinner would not be possible due to a private function. On the other hand, the breakfast served was not well received by some guests who found it to be overpriced. Nonetheless, the hotel's bar was well-regarded and guests enjoyed their dining experiences in the dining room. Overall, Southernhay House Hotel's dinner received positive reviews despite some areas that could have been improved.

Rooms

Southernhay House Hotel offers a beautiful and lovely Georgian house with superb rooms that are nicely furnished, classically decorated and gorgeously renovated. The room amenities are outstanding and some even include local products for purchase. The shower rooms are beautifully done and the beds are ever so comfortable for a good night's sleep. If you prefer a larger room, simply request one as some may be a bit small. However, the attention to detail and comfort exceeds expectations with sumptuous furnishings and stunning design. The garden apartments and hotel are stunning, offering luxurious and spacious rooms that are clean and comfortable. Additionally, the hotel has a lovely intimate atmosphere and all rooms are of a high standard and absolutely spotless. While some reviewers have noted they experienced limited hanging space, no bathroom or wardrobe and that rooms can be overpriced, overall the Southernhay House Hotel is a comfortable and luxury stay in the center of Exeter.

Beds

The beds at Southernhay House Hotel have received high praise from guests. Many reviewers mention the comfortable and luxurious quality of the bedding. Guests report having a great night's sleep on the beds, which are described as "lush," "beautiful," and "amazing." The high-quality bed linen and pillows are also noted as contributing to every comfort. Despite some minor complaints about mattress firmness, the consensus is that the beds at this hotel are incredibly comfortable.

Cleanliness

Southernhay House Hotel is a lovely hotel that provides a faultless experience to its guests. The hotel has a lovely feel to it and is well-maintained with spacious and comfortable rooms. The staff is friendly and welcoming and overall, the hotel is clean and comfortable. Guests appreciated how clean the hotel was on arrival with some describing it as absolutely spotless. The interior of the hotel is stylish and clean and the rooms are well-appointed, clean and looked great. However, some guests noted that the hotel was not the cleanest with cleaners being noisy or marks on the tiles or dirt and some carpet stains. Although, some guests wished that the hotel had more sanitizing stations and staff wearing masks while working. Overall, guests enjoyed a clean and friendly stay at Southernhay House Hotel.

Staff

Southernhay House Hotel boasts an amazing staff team that leaves no stone unturned when it comes to ensuring guests' comfort and satisfaction. Reviews on the staff of this hotel are filled with positive adjectives such as knowledgeable, friendly, helpful and lovely. Some guests used the word "exceptional" to describe staff, highlighting their thoughtfulness and attentiveness. The bar staff was also widely praised for their charm, cocktail-making skills and kind nature. Reviews revealed that the staff is always keen on helping guests with anything they need and nothing is too much trouble for them. From the friendly reception staff to the attentive breakfast service crew, Southernhay House Hotel has a welcoming and friendly staff that gives the property a "family feel." Whether it's offering help with parking or providing local area information, the staff goes above and beyond to make guests feel at home. Despite some minor glitches, guests seemed to appreciate the service delivery of the staff team at this hotel.

Boutique-Style

Southernhay House Hotel is a truly stunning boutique hotel situated in the heart of Exeter, according to the glowing guest reviews. Guests commended the hotel's beautiful rooms and the overall elegance with some descriptions of Art Deco and nouveau styles, giving it a unique charm. The reviews described the hotel as amazing, fantastic and gorgeous with many praising the beautiful building it is housed in. Others considered it a 'bucolic boutique hotel' which offers a peaceful, picturesque environment. It seems the hotel has impressed many guests with its charming boutique style, although a few reviews claimed it to be simply a good little boutique hotel with no apparent negatives to report.

Luxury

If you're looking for a truly luxurious stay in the heart of Exeter, look no further than Southernhay House Hotel. This gorgeous boutique hotel is beautifully renovated and boasts stunning presentation and finishing with all the elegance of the 1800s and none of the kitsch. The rooms are large, clean and exquisitely decorated - we had an outstanding night's sleep in a truly luxurious bed. And the luxury doesn't end there: some rooms even have huge roll top baths for an extra indulgent touch. The location is lovely and peaceful, just off the main shopping center, but still easily accessible. This historic property is a delight to stay in with the perfect mix of old-world charm and modern amenities. There are a few outliers who feel the rooms are overpriced, but we think the superb hotel experience is well worth it. In short, Southernhay House Hotel is an absolutely stunning option for those seeking pure luxury in the heart of Exeter.

No, Southernhay House Hotel doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Southernhay House Hotel.

No, Southernhay House Hotel doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Southernhay House Hotel.

No, Southernhay House Hotel doesn't have a gym.

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