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Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel with indoor pool

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Southernhay East, Exeter, England, EX1 1QF
  • Place, Exeter's Historic Quayside
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Exeter Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Twin Room, 1 Double Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Privilege, Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Privilege, Room, 1 Double Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Privilege, Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Exeter

City center stay.At this hotel, you'll be steps from City Wall and Cygnet New Theatre. Exeter's Historic Quayside and Barnfield Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Exeter - Saint Luke's Campus - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • University of Exeter - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Exeter Central Station - 10 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪George's Meeting House (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Prospect Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Hourglass - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Samuel Jones - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The White Hart Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

Family-friendly 4-star hotel with indoor pool
As a guest of Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel, you'll find an indoor pool, a health club, a hot tub, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Event space at this hotel measures 151 square feet (14 square meters) and includes conference space. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at the family-friendly Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Exeter hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 156 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 151 sq ft of conference space
  • 14 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel offers 156 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and portable fans. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 16 per night)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (44 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 16.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

£10 is charged per adult, per entrance to access the pool area. Children under 16 years old are allowed in the pool when accompanied by an adult, to a maximum of 2 children per adult. Adults must be in the water to actively supervise children.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel to the airport?

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is 11 mi (25-min drive) away from the Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel.

How close is Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 11.7 mi (38-min drive) from Exmouth Beach and 11.9 mi (27-min drive) from Dawlish Warren Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 16.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 16.00 per night.

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel have a pool?

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel to downtown Exeter?

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Exeter.

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 85 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 1000 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were courteous and helpful, the room was clean and tidy, overall the stay was satisfactory.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice, reasonably priced hotel in the centre of Exeter, just a few minutes' walk from the Quay and the Cathedral. Room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast, amazing location and spa.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Comfortable although the bathroom drainage needs attention
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

COLIN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had an issue upon arrival but this was well managed by Page on reception, The next morning Ryan from maintenance came and sorted out the problem but could not resolve the full issue Ryan assisted a move to another room Second room was very nice and Nida from house keeping kept the room clean and very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
-
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Raymond J

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Santosh

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

CMR

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All were good except they wouldn’t make me an omelette at breakfast and that is unusual for that request to be declined in this size of hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Julian J

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Rebecca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The air conditioning was broken, we had to pay £10 per person to use the swimming pool and the jacuzzi was broken. Our pre booked dinner served was not the same as the menu description. A very disappointing stay. Only good thing was the staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice, staff were polite & very efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackalyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room, Superbe staff from start to finish.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room only so didn’t try the restaurant but lovely public areas with beautiful floral decorations ready for Halloween. Didn’t try the leisure facilities there was an extra £10 charge which was disappointing. Staff extremely welcoming and happy to provide ideas for local eateries which are plentiful within 5 minute stroll of hotel. Beautiful city to explore
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The shower drain was blocked causing the water to overflow. Check in was easy and pleasant. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The spa was closed for our stay. I would have expected to have been informed of this prior to arrival. Very disappointing as it was a feature we intended to use as part of our itinerary The room was for a disabled person and the en-suite not as expected accordingly. Also disappointingly this was not made clear to us. There were light bulbs out in the en-suite. The tv remote was not operating properly. Lack of attention to detail overall was not of a standard we have come to expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BALANCE FOR BUSINESS LIMI

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

Business Trip

Helpful staff at all times - Lovely rooms and an excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did what it said on the tin. Good city centre hotel with parking and a pool
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025