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About the Hotel

36 Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1NX

Rooms & Suites

Southernhay House Hotel offers 12 individually designed rooms, each with unique features. Options include Lovely & Luxe rooms with king or super-king beds, roll-top baths, and garden views. The Apartment provides a separate living area, kitchenette, and workspace. Smaller rooms like Wilberforce maintain comfort with double beds and views of Southernhay Gardens. All rooms include high-speed Wi-Fi, smart TVs, Nespresso machines, and Diptyque toiletries.

Dining & Drinks

The hotel's bar serves bespoke cocktails and a curated wine list. Breakfast includes full English options, porridge, and smoked salmon. Lunch and dinner feature seasonal, locally sourced dishes like Devon ribeye steak and seafood risotto. The kitchen operates from 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM and 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Private dining is available for groups up to 15 in the Club Room.

Location & Access

Southernhay House is a 5-minute walk from Princesshay Shopping District and 8 minutes from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum. Exeter Cathedral is 300 meters away. The hotel is 10 km from Exeter International Airport. On-street parking is free overnight, and blue badge holders can park directly outside. The nearest car park is a 2-minute walk.

Services & Policies

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM, with early arrivals welcome to use hotel facilities. Staff assist with luggage and local recommendations. Dogs are allowed in the bar, garden, and terrace but not in bedrooms. The hotel does not accommodate children under 8. Exclusive use of the property includes private dining for up to 24 guests.

Unique Features

The hotel occupies a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse with restored period details. Natural ventilation is prioritized, with fully functional sash windows. The bar is known for its 'grown-up' cocktails and relaxed atmosphere. Private events can host up to 50 guests in the Green Room, which opens to the garden. Advance purchase rates are available for stays booked 14 days ahead.

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Lovely Room
2 persons
17 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Charming Room
2 persons
18 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
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Lovely & Larger Room
2 persons
22 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Lovely & Luxury Room
2 persons
23 m² 
1 King-size bed
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Heating
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Getting around

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City Centre
Exeter500 m
Airports
Exeter International (EXT) 9.2 km
Bristol (BRS) 107.2 km

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Adults only
  • Luggage storage
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Welcome drink

Dining

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

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

36 Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1NX
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36 Southernhay East, Exeter, United Kingdom, EX1 1NX
Nearby
Church
Exeter Cathedral
280 m
Museum
Royal Albert Memorial Museum
530 m
Park
Northernhay Gardens
500 m
Castle
Rougemont Castle
510 m
2 Paris Street
Underground Passages
410 m
17 Catherine St
St Catherine's Chapel and Almshouses
260 m
Princesshay
Blue Boy Statue
260 m
Exeter High Street
Exeter Riddle Sculpture
320 m
Cathedral Yard Exeter Cathedral
Statue of Richard Hooker
320 m
Church
St Stephen's Church
310 m
251 High Street
Year of the Pedestrian Statue
370 m
Exeter - Catacombs and Lower Cemetery
430 m
Event hall
Exeter Guildhall
380 m
Church
St Pancras Church
450 m
Phoenix Blitz Memorial
Blitz Fountain and the Phoenix Blitz Memorial
430 m
Shopping Area
Princesshay
270 m
Church
St Martin's Church
270 m
Near Killerton House
Budlake Old Post Office
430 m
National Trust's Killerton Estate
Clyston Mill
430 m
Gandy Street
Gandy Street Murals
410 m
Cathedral Yard
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
390 m
Restaurants
Southernhay House Restaurant
10 m
Restaurant CLOSED 36 Southernhay East
Cosy Club Exeter
110 m
1 Southernhay East
Rendezvous Wine Bar
70 m
38-40 Southernhay East
Carluccio's
240 m
30 Bedford Street Princesshay
Rosti
230 m
The Forum Barnfield Road The Forum
Coffee#1 Exeter
240 m
4-5 Roman Walk Princesshay Shopping Centre
Debenhams costa
260 m
9 Bedford Street
ASK Italian
250 m
5 Cathedral Close
Wagamama
320 m
16 Bedford Street Princesshay
Tea on the Green
290 m
2 Cathedral Close Cathedral Green
Lloyd's Kitchen
350 m
16 Catherine Street
Chandos Deli
290 m
1 Roman Walk Princesshay
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