The Best Small
Luxury Hotels in Exeter

Historic. Great value. Located in the centre of Topsham, just 4 miles from Exeter, The Globe is a beautifully renovated 16th-century coaching inn. Combining modern comforts and period charm, it offers luxurious rooms and an enticing menu. A luxury 2 bedroom apartment is available for families or those who prefer more space. The boutique-style rooms at the Globe, Topsham feature comfortable Vi-Spring beds and free WiFi, as well as a flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom. Decorated with rich textures and colours, guests can relax in the charming bar and enjoy speciality coffees, fine wine and award-winning ales. Exciting menus feature local Devon and West Country produce, with daily-changing specials making the most of fresh ingredients. Topsham has a village atmosphere and is by both rail and bus routes, with Topsham Rail Station just 7 minutes’ walk away. Guests can also enjoy various river trips and country walks nearby, as well as numerous independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Show full description

Delightful property. Highly elegant. Great location. This intimate hotel is set in a Grade II listed Georgian gentleman's residence in central Exeter. It offers luxurious rooms, a cocktail bar, a casual club room and a private garden just 5 minutes' walk from Exeter Cathedral. With spacious beds, all include a large flat-screen TV, DAB radio and tea and coffee making facilities along with luxurious toiletries. Rooms at Southernhay House Hotel feature elegant decor and views over the garden and terrace and Southernhay. Free Wi-Fi is provided throughout. A full English breakfast or delicious cooked options are served alongside croissants, orange juice and Cornish yoghurt in the morning. The bar menu is served all day and has home-made comfortable classics. Southernhay House is 5 minutes’ walk from the Princesshay Shopping district and 8 minutes’ walk from the Royal Albert Memorial Museum. You can walk to Exeter Central Train Station in 10 minutes and Exeter International Airport is 6 miles away. Show full description

Charming. Relaxing atmosphere. Superb breakfast. Popular among couples. Set in Exeter, 20 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse, Weeke Barton offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. 22 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and 20 km from Castle Drogo, the property features a bar and barbecue facilities. The property is allergy-free and is situated 25 km from Powderham Castle. At the hotel, all rooms include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, while some rooms also feature a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At Weeke Barton each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Riviera International Centre is 32 km from Weeke Barton, while Tiverton Castle is 37 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 26 km from the hotel. Show full description

Cosy rooms. Comfortable beds. Popular among couples. This recently converted 200-year-old original mill house is located on the banks of the river Exe in Exeter. Headweir Mill House features a garden, free parking and free WiFi, just a 10-minute walk from Exeter Cathedral. All rooms are en suite and feature hot drink making facilities including Nespresso® coffee machines, flat-screen smart TV's, luxury beds and bedding, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and ironing facilities. Some rooms have garden and river views. University of Exeter is 1.5 km and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 11 km from Headweir Mill House. Show full description

Popular among women. Opened September 2022. Hotel Indigo - Exeter, an IHG Hotel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Exeter. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel features a sauna and luggage storage space. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. The rooms are fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also boast city views. At Hotel Indigo - Exeter, an IHG Hotel rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or continental options. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Exeter, like cycling. Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 7.2 km from Hotel Indigo - Exeter, an IHG Hotel, while Newton Abbot Racecourse is 27 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 8 km from the hotel. Show full description

Great value. Popular among women. In the city centre, Leonardo Hotel Exeter is less than a mile from St Davids Railway Station, the historic quayside and Exeter Cathedral. It boasts a 24-hour reception, restaurant and bar. The shopping quarter at Princesshay is a 2-minute walk away. The stylish bedrooms feature Dream beds with crisp white linens, flat-screen TVs with Freeview and a large work space. The spacious bathrooms boast spa toiletries. The Bar and Grill at Leonardo's offers all-day dining with an extensive grill section alongside burgers, pizzas, salads, sandwiches. Leonardo Hotel serves illy coffee – illy is an iconic, family run, Italian coffee brand. The Exeter hotel also provides services such as dry cleaning/laundry. Public parking is available close to the hotel and internet access is available in public areas. Show full description

Elegant. Great views. Rooftop bar. Opened December 2021. Set in Exeter, 300 metres from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. The property is non-smoking and is situated 27 km from Newton Abbot Racecourse. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a kettle, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Powderham Castle is 12 km from the accommodation, while Castle Drogo is 34 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 7 km from Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park. Show full description