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The City Gate Hotel

4.0 star property
Guests experience city living at its best with lush gardens as their backdrop and helpful tour assistance for exploring the historic surroundings of Exeter

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In the heart of Exeter, The City Gate Hotel offers a sophisticated retreat with a garden and terrace. Relax in the bar or restaurant, stay connected with in-room WiFi, and enjoy luggage storage. Previous guests praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Exeter, The City Gate Hotel is in the city center and near the airport. Rougemont Castle and St Nicholas Priory are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Northbrook Approach Golf Course and Skirmish Paintball Games Exeter. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clip 'n Climb or Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Visit our Exeter travel guide
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Map
Iron Bridge, Lower North Street, Exeter, England, EX4 3RB

What's nearby

  • Royal Albert Museum and Gallery which includes interior views
    Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
    Exeter Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • City
    Exeter's Historic Quayside
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Spacex
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Exeter
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Exeter Central Station
    4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    29 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Turks Head
    4 min walk
  • The Chevalier Inn
    5 min walk
  • BrewDog Exeter
    4 min walk
  • Devon Coffee
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk

About this property

The City Gate Hotel

Upscale inn in the city center
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a bar at The City Gate Hotel. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
  • 1 meeting room, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/tub combinations
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 20
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night plus GBP 20 one-time cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

City Gate Exeter
City Gate Hotel
City Gate Hotel Exeter
Hotel City Gate
The City Gate Hotel Exeter, Devon
City Gate
The City Gate Hotel Exeter Devon
The City Gate Hotel Inn
The City Gate Hotel Exeter
The City Gate Hotel Inn Exeter

Frequently asked questions

Is The City Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of GBP 20 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The City Gate Hotel?

As of Jan 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The City Gate Hotel on Feb 1, 2026 start from $101.26, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

The City Gate Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The City Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The City Gate Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The City Gate Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Exeter, this inn is steps from Guildhall Shopping Centre and Harlequins Shopping Centre. RAMM and Gandy Street are also within 5 minutes. Exeter Central Station is only a 4-minute walk and Exeter St David's Station is 11 minutes.

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Reviews

The City Gate Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 493 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 493 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 493 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 493 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 493 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all fantastic. Food was excellent. Everything was easy. Very homely atmosphere and nothing was any trouble. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with everything you could want in it. Very friendly helpful staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was great. Like hotel. Friendly, great decor and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Exeter

This is an amazing place to stay when Exeter. Good location, very nice food and a bery friendly staff 🤗
The bar/lounge area
Pimms Fizz
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Stayed for a night due to an event nesrby. Very convenient for the centre. Good food served, and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend.

Brilliant, attentive staff. Great location. A lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay!

A fantastic stay at City Gate Hotel. Really enjoyed the large bedroom, the bar and restaurant downstairs, and the delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel in great location, breakfast was good and staff were excellent. Room was a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice stay in a conveniently location with a very friendly bunch of staff, very relaxing break.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Good restaurant. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for shopping and the hotel served an amazing roast dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service
Comfy bed, good central location next to the shops and car parks. Room was plenty for what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was amazing and the service was really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Good service in a very nicely renovated hotel. Good breakfast and reasonable prices
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great little hotel. The opposite of what you'd get at a soulless chain hotel, full of nooks and crannies, old world charm, quirky but comfortable too. We loved the bedroom too, so comfortable. It's just a stones throw from the centre of Exeter, the cathedral and quayside area as well as the catacombs etc. Excellent food too at City Gate and lots of great restaurants to try out nearby too. Pretty much no downsides. Parking was an issue. Breakfast was gorgeous if a little pricey. Otherwise I couldn't recommend City Gate enough. Allan & Mags
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Inn

Great location - staff helpful - bedroom nice style
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Attractive quirky pub, surprisingly quiet in the centre of town. Very helpful and charming staff who sorted out a pricing discrepancy with Expedia for me. Very comfortable huge bed, good linen and well equipped room and bathroom. Looking just a little tired around the edges now in all honesty but still recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay. Bedroom good with lots of little extras available. However could do with some additional hand rails to help anyone walking with a stick (eg hand rails are not on all staircases).Very creaky floor, had our fingers crossed all was secure.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent, food excellent, bedding and towels and products excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shobna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and accommodating staff, quirky and stylish hotel and bar, slightly off the main drag but just a short walk to shops and restaurants. Would happily recommend a stay at this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little place. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and perfect for a short city break.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just a one nighter but really enjoyed ourselves. Well situated, comfortable bed, great facilities and super friendly staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sivambigai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room and in a nice location. Friendly staff and helpful :)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024