The City Gate Hotel

4.0 star property
Upscale inn near University of Exeter

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The City Gate Hotel

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor dining
Front of property
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries

Overview of The City Gate Hotel

8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Restaurant
The price is £59
Price available on 26/3/2024

Explore the area

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.)21 min drive
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Room options

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Exeter

Located in Exeter, The City Gate Hotel is in the city centre and near the airport. 21 The Mint and City Wall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Northbrook Approach Golf Course and Manstree Vineyard. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clip 'n Climb or Skirmish Paintball Games Exeter.

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 - 3 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 inn in the city centre
The City Gate Hotel is located close to University of Exeter, and provides a terrace, a garden and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), a front desk safe and luggage storage
  • Meeting rooms, a TV in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and shower/bath combinations
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping and desks

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–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8 AM–10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 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

  • 2 floors
  • 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and from GBP 10.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds and sofa beds
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Is The City Gate Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The City Gate Hotel on 26 Mar 2024 start from £59.00, 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.

How much is parking at The City Gate Hotel?

The City Gate Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The City Gate Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The City Gate Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is The City Gate Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Exeter, this inn is within a 15-minute walk of Harlequins Shopping Centre and University of Exeter. Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery and RAMM are also within 5 minutes. Exeter Central Station is only a 3-minute walk and Exeter St David's Station is 11 minutes.

The City Gate Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 202 out of 394 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 394 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 394 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 394 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 394 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

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

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

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location excellent service. Gorgeous rooms. Lovely extras. Special.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
4.0