The City Gate Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale Art Deco inn near University of Exeter

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Deluxe Double Room
Outdoor dining
Front of property
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Iron Bridge, Lower North Street, Exeter, England, EX4 3RB
  • Popular LocationExeter Cathedral5 min walk
  • Popular LocationExeter's Historic Quayside8 min walk
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Exeter12 min walk
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)28 min drive

Room options

Superior Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

9.3/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room

9.7/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Exeter

The City Gate Hotel puts you in the heart of Exeter, within steps of Guildhall Shopping Centre and Harlequins Shopping Centre. Highlights at this Art Deco inn include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the inn's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 8 AM and 10:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Exeter inn, attractions include University of Exeter and Dartmoor National Park.

What's nearby

  • Exeter Phoenix Centre - 4 min walk
  • Exeter Cathedral - 5 min walk
  • Spacex - 7 min walk
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 8 min walk
  • University of Exeter - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Exeter Central Station - 3 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min walk
  • BrewDog Exeter - 4 min walk
  • The Turks Head - 4 min walk
  • Pho Exeter - 5 min walk
  • Herbies - 2 min walk

About this property

The City Gate Hotel

Upscale Art Deco inn near University of Exeter
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at The City Gate Hotel.

This 4-star Exeter inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The City Gate Hotel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 for adults and GBP 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Building
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of GBP 15
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night.

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 for adults and from GBP 15 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per stay plus a one-off GBP 15 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per night

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Property is also known as

City Gate Exeter
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City Gate Hotel Exeter
Hotel City Gate
The City Gate Hotel Exeter, Devon
City Gate
The City Gate Hotel Exeter Devon
The City Gate Hotel Inn
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The City Gate Hotel Inn Exeter

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The City Gate Hotel?

The City Gate Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The City Gate Hotel?

As of 24 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The City Gate Hotel on 28 May 2024 start from AU$172.99, 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 City Gate Hotel?

The closest beach to The City Gate Hotel is Devon Cliffs Beach (16.8 km).

What makes The City Gate Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The City Gate Hotel.

Does The City Gate Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is on offer on weekdays between 7 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The City Gate Hotel?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The City Gate Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

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

Are pets allowed at The City Gate Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The City Gate Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The City Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 208 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 407 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 407 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location for shopping and the hotel served an amazing roast dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

tim

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Larissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay, it is a short walk from the city centre with a lovely pub, will be staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely boutique hotel - room beautiful and loved the little touches - glass of port etc. Above a pub so clearly noise until closing time
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023