The Gissons Hotel

3.0 star property

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Lobby
Meeting facility
Deluxe Suite, Bathtub | Bathroom
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

Explore the area

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Kennford, Exeter, England, EX6 7UD
  • Place, Haldon Forest Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Go Ape Haldon
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Exeter's Historic Quayside
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Suite, Bathtub

  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Exeter

At The Gissons Hotel you'll be 4 km (2.5 mi) from Go Ape Haldon and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Haldon Forest Park. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find express check-out and luggage storage. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Exeter hotel include Powderham Castle and Dartmoor National Park.

What's nearby

  • Haldon Forest Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Go Ape Haldon - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Exeter Golf and Country Club - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Sandy Park Rugby Stadium - 11 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Newcourt Station - 8 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carriages Bar & Brasserie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Devon Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Double Locks - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Gissons Hotel

The Gissons Hotel offers its guests a garden, concierge services, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Exeter hotel.

  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
The Gissons Hotel offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: GBP 25 for check-in between 11:00 PM and midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 6 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 25 for check-in between 11:00 PM and midnight
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

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 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 cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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 and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children 6 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Gissons
Gissons Exeter
Gissons Hotel
Gissons Hotel Exeter
Gissons Arms Hotel Exeter
Gissons Arms Hotel
Gissons Arms Exeter
Gissons Arms
The Gissons
Gissons Arms
The Gissons Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at The Gissons Hotel?

Yep, The Gissons Hotel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at The Gissons Hotel?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Gissons Hotel on 31 May 2026 start from AU$78, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to The Gissons Hotel?

The closest beach to The Gissons Hotel is Devon Cliffs Beach (12.5 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Gissons Hotel?

No, The Gissons Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Gissons Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Gissons Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Gissons Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 198 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Joe

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Just got back from a 2 night stay here. In my experience the hotel was clean & the room nice & spacious, the shower was also decent. However, the negatives I felt were mainly that the hotel staff were extremely hard to contact, it took me 6 phone calls over 2 days before I managed to get through to anyone, and never received any response to emails I had sent. The hotel had no atmosphere, the restaurant/bar did not exist and we only saw a female cleaner, there was no staff around, no reception staff, although the lady cleaner was very friendly & professional. When my partner arrived at the hotel to check-in no staff were present, & his key card was just left on the desk with his name on a piece of paper with it. So he was unsure if he was meant to just take it, but as there was no staff present & no one was answering the phone he just took the key. The tv in the room was in the absolute worst position, it was on a wall to the right hand side of the bed, very high up & to watch it you had to completely turn your neck & body. The hotel is situated in a little village, which we didn’t explore but it was very quiet around. However, on our second night at 2am a baby was crying for a long period of time with the mother shouting at it which kept my partner awake. For a cheap stay it was ok and the bed was very comfy, but next time I’d stay elsewhere & pick somewhere that included breakfast. A positive was that the car park was free, and plenty of spaces.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Appleton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No one on reception. All keys left on desk with bits of paper with full names on them. I think I was the only female in quite a number, which clearly had my room number visible. Not great safety wise. Key did not work. Had to traipses down steep stairs and narrow corridors to phone then use master key and wait a couple of hours for working key to be sorted. In the meantime received phone call, text and WhatsApp from the hotel trying to contact another guest with issues. Restaurant and car shut. Clearly from reviews this is a long term permanent thing. Large car park with electric charging but really poor lighting by a derelict part of the hotel, with broken barriers. Did not feel safe as a lone female. Room good size and modern, but floor hadn’t been mopped and toilet brush was disgusting. No tea spoons to make a drink. No bedside light so just the very bright downlighting or nothing. Could be so much better if someone was on site and a bit of effort put in
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

ALAN

Business traveller
Room was good no bar or dinning area what I mean is no food or drink was available at all out side carpark area was very dark no lights at all. Not great for winter mornings not sure if I would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Vaida

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great. Heating didn't work in the room nor the bedside lamp.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Plenty of parking. Series on reception greeted me and was very pleasant and courteous. The room was warm and comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Sock & deodorant can left under bed from previous guests Room v v hot. Parking easy. Check in early and easy. Staff friendly. Bed comfy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

jabeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was clean and lovely and warm. Free parking directly next to the hotel was great especially as we arrived late in the evening. The receptionist was polite and friendly. Main downside for us was the noise of the motorway as we are light sleepers and our room was at the front but we did eventually get to sleep. Would suggest good ear plugs! The restaurant was still closed when we went but as we had rung ahead we had brought breakfast with us. Would stay again as the price was very reasonable for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely rooms , nice and warm , great comfy Bed, big shower with plenty of hot water. Only lost one Star as the bar and restaurant were not open due to Renevation. Overall a great 3 night stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Selina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel has budget prices, with 5 star service. The staff are accommodating and polite. The hotel is clean and looks modern. Thank you Series ( sorry might have spelt name wrong) because of your brilliant hosting skills i will be returning to this hotel. Only 25 mins from Torquay sea front
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Amy Jean

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our first night was great- room was stocked with tea coffee milk etc , hair /body wash. however the next morning we had a member of staff enter our room despite having the do not disturb sign on, possibly due to another resident turning it around in the night? So not blaming them at all. We went out for the day and came back to find two people smoking weed in the car park which in turn had made our room stink as our (tiny) window was open during the day. Our tea and coffee etc had not been restocked throughout the day either so had to buy more. There was visible mould and cracks in the bathroom as well as an exposed wire on the towel heater. The lino was coming up of the floor and was squeaking. We felt uneasy as our door would not lock and ended up leaving a day early and going to a premier inn. The bar and restaurant was advertised but never seemed to be open, also seemed like no staff were available at all. We also rang the hotel after the doors were locked and they gave us the code without even taking our name or proof we were staying which didn’t make us feel too safe at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff pleasant Room very well lit, which is a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Quick prompt check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly reception, very clean room, good TV and facilities. Nice big shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, helpful staff, very quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The manager was absolutely lovely explained everything that we needed to know, helped with booking my car in and extended our stay more than once due to having work done at our home. The room was lovely and clean and the house keeper she was lovely and friendly. Would stay again with out a doubt
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and recently refurbished. Bed was a super king. Parking was easy and free.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adeleke

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful staff, made arrangements for my very late night check in. Room tidy and warm, everything was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shame for no bar and dining. Thanks for ask us to go next door hotel for dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The gentleman who checked us in was nice, though it seems he may have been the only member of staff at the hotel as he mentioned working housekeeping duties too? The restaurant was closed for refurbishment so we walked round to the hotel next door for food. The rooms were noisy, we could hear a fellow guest snoring through the wall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025