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Southern Cross Guest House

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Sidmouth with free parking

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Garden
1 bedroom
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Interior
Southern Cross Guest House combines comfort with convenience, featuring a coffee shop/cafe and a peaceful garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi in common areas, praised breakfast service, and practical self-parking. The staff is consistently reviewed positively for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £65
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite ( (Room 2))

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Map
High Street, Sidmouth, England, EX10 0DU

What's nearby

  • Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Sidmouth Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Crealy Great Adventure Park - 10 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Ladram Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • The Donkey Sanctuary - 13 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • Newcourt Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Cannon Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Marine - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fort Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Southern Cross Guest House

Property highlights
Southern Cross Guest House provides amenities, such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff

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Exterior

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7.8 out of 10, Good, 139 reviews
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Cross Guest House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Southern Cross Guest House?

As of 29 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Southern Cross Guest House on 6 Sept 2025 start from £65.28, 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 Southern Cross Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Cross Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Cross Guest House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Cross Guest House located?

Situated in Sidmouth, this guesthouse is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from East Devon and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Bicton Park Botanical Gardens. Sidmouth Museum and Historic Sidmouth are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Southern Cross Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 263 out of 484 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 176 out of 484 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 484 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 484 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 484 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host and a good English breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rennie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoy country cottage stays and the Southern Cross met all our requirements and needs. It was a delightful base as we explored East Devon over a five day stay,,,
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the old world charm of Southern Cross, and the relaxed, friendly atmosphere. The bed was comfortable, and there were some nice touches such as strawberries to put on our cereal at breakfast, home-made marmalade, and nice biscuits on the tea tray in our room. We appreciated these.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful thatched cottage. Quirky character. Just outside Sidmouth.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Travelled here during a cycling trip and the owner was helpful in finding a secure place for my bicycle. Breakfast was fantastic and the building is historic and interesting.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Lovely period cottage with tea rooms. The landlord is very
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good breakfast was lovely. Bed comfy only problem was shower not very good low pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owners and a nice cottage sized room. A very period property. We had a pleasant one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

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

Cosy clean traditional Bed and Breakfast

Lovely homely traditional B&B in beautiful historic thatched cottage. Fantastic location for Sidmouth, Seaton and Lyme Regis. Lovely full english breakfast with perfectly cooked fried eggs, real butter for the toast, and amazing homemade marmalade. Friendly and helpful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Lovely guest house

The hosts were very friendly, helpful and offered a delicious breakfast in the mornings , I would definitely recommend if you need to stay in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet area, great breakfast and great tea
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay , friendly hosts, very clean, breakfast good - highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Elizabeth

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

Easter break at the Southern Cross Hotel

Very good, very welcoming, property very clean. Very old property but lovely, alot of original features. Lovely big garden for afternoon tea but unfortunately didn't get to use it. Really enjoyed our stay. Also had our dog with us and was made very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Excellent stay in a guest house with character.

Warm welcome, felt comfortable. Lovely quirky guest house with character added to the experience. Subtle servicing of the room. Breakfast was delicious with very accommodating service. Well positioned to visit the small villages of East Devon and only three miles from the coast. Will def consider staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here many times. Southern Cross is an ancient Devon thatched cottage and grade 2 listed building. It is quaint and quirky. The service is brilliant, the breakfast is excellent and very dog friendly. I always enjoy my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Excellent value. Top notch breakfast and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Idyllic B & B in a great location.

Always have an amazing stay at Southern Cross Guest House. You’re always made to feel very welcome and the rooms are so comfortable and there’s everything you need. Breakfast is absolutely delicious too. Such is in a great location for Sidmouth and its idyllic boutique shops and the wonderful donkey sanctuary too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great trip ,highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Delightful old property. Clean and comfortable room. Friendly owners and delicious breakfast. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Thatched Cottage, close to Sidmouth. Got a warm reception on arrival and a hearty English Breakfast on our first morning Not modern but had everything we needed for our short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly host, cosy accommodation and ideal location, only drawback, wish the shower had more power.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful, quiet, clean and comfortable hotel and bedroom. Loved the history of the building. Extremely weloming and friendly service. Our hosts went above and beyond. We will definitely be back and were so grateful for the wonderful care given to us. Parking on site was easy and the local pub a short walk away. Highly recommend, thoroughly enjoyed the cream tea and delicious breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025