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Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers can start their day with a hearty breakfast after warming up in the hotel's relaxing facilities, including an indoor pool and rejuvenating sauna

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Located in Exeter's business district, Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel offers a welcoming retreat for families and travelers. Enjoy a traditional English breakfast, unwind in the sauna, spa tub, or indoor pool. The 24-hour front desk ensures helpful staff are always available.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, and a table. There are two framed pictures on the wall.

Classic Twin Room, 1 Double Bed

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(29 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Privilege, Room, 1 Double Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a door.

Family Room, 1 Double Bed (Classic)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

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  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Located in Exeter, Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is in the city center and near a train station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Devon Cliffs Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider St Sidwells Point Leisure Centre and Riverside Leisure Centre. Visit our Exeter travel guide
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Southernhay East, Exeter, England, EX1 1QF

What's nearby

  • A riverside town at sunset with a bridge, houses, and a fence along the riverbank.
    Exeter's Historic Quayside
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A narrow, arched stone tunnel with rough, uneven walls.
    Princesshay
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A historic building with intricate Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and a tall tower.
    Exeter Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Exeter - Saint Luke's Campus
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Exeter
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Exeter Central Station
    10 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Prospect Inn
    5 min walk
  • Venezia Exeter
    9 min walk
  • Ship Inn
    6 min walk
  • Rockfish
    9 min walk
  • Crave
    6 min walk

About this property

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

  • Upscale family-friendly hotel in the business district
  • Take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar, and a health club at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. The on-site restaurant, Gate House Restaurant, offers lunch, dinner, and kids' meals. In addition to conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • An indoor pool
    • English breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
    • Meeting rooms, an elevator, and a vending machine
    • Multilingual staff, a water dispenser, and wedding services
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, pool, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 156 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Highchairs and free extra beds
    • LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
    • Coffee/tea makers, heating, and portable fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 16 per night)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Gate House Restaurant

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Piano
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • High chair
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 151 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (44 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (40 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 16.50 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 16.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
£10 is charged per adult, per entrance to access the pool area. Children under 16 years old are allowed in the pool when accompanied by an adult, to a maximum of 2 children per adult. Adults must be in the water to actively supervise children.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

As of Aug 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel on Aug 23, 2026 start from CA $127, excluding 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.

Is Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 16.00 per night.

What time is check-in at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel located?

This family-friendly Exeter hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Exeter's Historic Quayside and University of Exeter. Princesshay and Barnfield Theatre are also within 5 minutes. Exeter Central Station is 10 minutes by foot and Exeter (EXS-Exeter St Thomas Train Station) is 12 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 170 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1008 reviews

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very nice hotel sadly on my stay the air conditioning did not work and I had to change room due to a musty smell , reception staff very helpful and gym swimming pool very good .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I 've been staying there since 2019. Great location, swimming pool, tasty breakfast . Staff are always welcoming and helpful. Just right place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful at reception on arrival. Breakfast was plentiful with a good selection including gluten-free alternatives as well. Great location to walk into town but we would recommend doing this in the day. Unfortunately, we arrive too late in the evening and were disappointed when we walked into town to have a meal near the cathedral to find lots of homeless and sleeping bags everywhere along with people that were inebriated. You do tend to find that any labour run towns or cities are very rundown which is a shame because you wouldn’t expect that from a place like Exeter.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

claudio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is fine. Breakfast was fine. Room had no working air-conditioning but after making a call we were upgraded to another room where the air-conditioning was working so everything was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was superb and staff are so freindly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good central location with onsite parking. Friendly staff and comfy rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so much more friendly then last year's stay they even the breakfast was loads better then last year.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, excellent location. Lovely pool
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly nice pool and sauna
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel right in the centre of the city. Great facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the gym, pool and facilities. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Spacious room with huge, comfortable bed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Clean room, Good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff, good location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic stay! Great staff! Room lovely. The comfiest bed ever. Great pool facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service lovely comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with nice rooms, comfortable bed, good pool, delicious bottomless breakfast. Staff very helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room. Great location for exploring the city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were courteous and helpful, the room was clean and tidy, overall the stay was satisfactory.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was excellent, plenty of choice, staff were polite & very efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room . Friendly staff ! Dogs welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Really good friendly hotel ideal situated.

Really friendly staff from the reception to anyone you speak to.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025