City Gate

–Excellent location – show map
+45 photos
Scored 8.7
Rated excellent

Excellent location!

9.3
  • Garden
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Heating

The City Gate is located in the center of Exeter with a traditional pub, dining room and garden surrounded by the historic city wall. Each air-conditioned boutique bedroom with attached bathroom features a power shower or a bath, with toiletries provided. The rooms feature a flat-screen TV with Sky channels and a Nespresso coffee machine, while complimentary port and homemade sweet treats are waiting for guests on arrival. The dining room has a secluded patio for Al Fresco dining and offers a menu with seasonal locally-sourced produce with an extensive wine list and cocktail menu. It is a 5-minute walk from City Gate to Exeter High Street and The Guildhall shopping center, while Princesshay is a 10-minute walk away. Exeter Cathedral is 1312 feet from the City Gate, while Exeter University is 1 mi away. Exeter Central train station is a 5 minute walk from the property, while Exeter St David’s is 10 minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Young & Co.’s Brewery
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

  • Located in the best-rated area in Exeter, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Nicole
Japan Japan
“Wonderful place and we would love to stay again. They have air conditioning which was God-send after a very hot trip across England.”
Adrian
Australia Australia
“The Sunday lunch we had there was fantastic and the staff were great.”
Matranga
United States United States
“Outstanding breakfast in a lovely room! Super helpful staff, comfortable room with many snacks, coffee/tea. Lovely bathroom. Steep street to/from hotel--be ready! Thank you for calling a cab for us to get to train station!”
Aparna
United States United States
“A commodious room and charmingly appointed with a spacious bathroom. All the accoutrements we needed for a comfortable home base for several days as we explored Devon by foot. We were exhausted from our walking and ate three meals at the hotel...”
Sofia
Canada Canada
“Great location, parking close by, welcoming staff, easy check in, super cozy rooms, very comfortable! We would stay here again for sure.”
Laryssa
Canada Canada
“Fantastic stay! Room was very clean and comfortable with a good matress and pillows. Nespresso machine in the room was great for very early mornings. Superb breakfast (check out their menu online). Lovely staff and having the pub downstairs...”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The room was really comfortable and well equipped. Very clean as well.”
Lewis
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The welcome was fantastic and the bed was super comfortable”
Tiffany
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“great location - good food and staff are really helpful. Bed was comfortable”
Dean
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Rooms were lovely and we had rooms with baths which were requested on booking, so that was good. Really comfortable beds too. Pub was nice and great location in the middle of everything, and parking was literally just over the road. We didn't use...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
City Gate
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Ambience
    Traditional
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free

Amenities of City Gate

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

City Gate takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. That's about $134. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
£15 per child, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that there is no staff at reception overnight.

Please note that this property no longer accepts cash payments.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform City Gate of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of £100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

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