Name: Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel | Exeter Hotel - ALL
Address: Southernhay East, EXETER, EX1 1QF, GB
Telephone: +441392412812
Rating: 4.2

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

The Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is a contemporary 4-star hotel and supremely located in the heart of Exeter. Within walking distance to all the main attractions and the city centre, the Exeter Southgate Hotel is perfect for a city break. Whether you are coming for business or for leisure, the Southgate Hotel will cater for you with meeting and conference rooms. Enjoy yourself at the Spa with heated pool, sauna and fitness room. Parking charged at 16GBP per day.

The hotel neighbours the cathedral, the shopping areas of Princesshay, Bedford Square and the historic quay. The location is perfectly situated for short breaks and is great for golfers as it is close to an 18-hole golf course. Open 24 hours a day and seven days a week, the hotel is easily accessible and caters to young children and disabled guests. Those attending for business purposes will also benefit from the hotel's meeting facilities, welcoming up to 120 people.

The hotel is a stones throw away from the Catherdral, Quay & Shops. Nearby: Exeter University 1.5m Crealy Adventure Park 2m; Go Ape 5m; Beaches 12m; Dartmoor 15m; Torquay 20m; Paignton Zoo 25m; Dartmoor Zoo 40m; Plymouth Marine Aquarium 35m; Cornwall 40m;

Positioned in the heart of Devon and enjoying a prime location in one of England's most historic cities, Mercure Exeter Southgate is the gateway to the South West neighbouring the famous Exeter Cathedral and historic Quay.

Peter Botterill, Hotel Management

Hotel extras

Central location, close to the Cathedral, Exeter Quay & Underground Passages.
Complimentary Fitness Suite during your stay. Swimming pool, sauna & jacuzzi chargeable 10GBP
Secure parking is available at a cost of 16GBP per day
The Gate House Restaurant features locally sourced dishes.
Ideal destination for meetings, weddings and private functions

Our accommodation(s)

Room

Classic Double or Twin Guestroom

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Standard Room with 2 single beds

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Twin bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Mercure Privilege Guestroom

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Room

Classic Family Guestroom

4 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s) and 1 x Double sofa bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Classic Room with 1 double or 2 single beds

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Privilege Room with 1 double

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Suite

Executive Suite

4 pers. max
36 m² / 387 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Most of the accommodation: Corner Room

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Room

Classic Double or Twin Guestroom

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Standard Room with 2 single beds

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Twin bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Classic Family Guestroom

4 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s) and 1 x Double sofa bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Classic Room with 1 double or 2 single beds

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Room

Accessible Privilege Room with 1 double

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Hotel location

Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel

Southernhay East
EX1 1QF EXETER
United Kingdom

GPS:50.720332, -3.528424

+44 1392 412812

+44 1392 413549

Railway station
Bus stop
Highway exit

EXETER BUS STATION

Bus stop

Access: 480 m / 0.3 mi 5 min walk / 3 min drive

EXETER CENTRAL

Railway station

Access: 970 m / 0.6 mi 10 min walk / 5 min drive

EXETER ST DAVID'S

Railway station

Access: 2.3 km / 1.43 mi 3 min drive

M5 JUNCTION 29

Highway exit

Access: 6.6 km / 4.1 mi 10 min drive

PRINCESSHAY

Tourist attraction

Access: 160 m / 0.1 mi 1 min walk / 3 min drive

EXETER CATHEDRAL

Historic monument

Access: 320 m / 0.2 mi 5 min walk

EXETER QUAY RIVER

Tourist attraction

Access: 320 m / 0.2 mi 4 min walk / 2 min drive

EXETER PHOENIX CENTRE

Tourist attraction

Access: 480 m / 0.3 mi 8 min walk / 5 min drive

GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE

Tourist attraction

Access: 480 m / 0.3 mi 3 min walk / 5 min drive

SPACEX GALLERY

Tourist attraction

Access: 480 m / 0.3 mi 8 min walk / 5 min drive

HARLEQUINS SHOPPING CENTRE

Tourist attraction

Access: 800 m / 0.5 mi 5 min walk / 5 min drive

ROYAL ALBERT MEMORIAL

Museums

Access: 800 m / 0.5 mi 5 min walk / 3 min drive

VUE CINEMA

Entertainment/theatre district

Access: 1.45 km / 0.9 mi 15 min walk / 5 min drive

VUE CINEMA

Cinema district

Access: 1.45 km / 0.9 mi 15 min walk / 5 min drive

ODEON CINEMA

Entertainment/theatre district

Access: 1.45 km / 0.9 mi 15 min walk / 5 min drive

ODEON CINEMA

Cinema district

Access: 1.45 km / 0.9 mi 15 min walk / 5 min drive

NORTHBROOK APPROACH GOLF COURSE

Sports centre

Access: 2.57 km / 1.6 mi 25 min walk / 5 min drive

NORTHCOTT THEATRE

Entertainment/theatre district

Access: 2.9 km / 1.8 mi 25 min walk / 7 min drive

EXETER GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Sports centre

Access: 4.02 km / 2.5 mi 35 min walk / 7 min drive

CREALY ADVENTURE PARK

Amusement park

Access: 9.66 km / 6 mi 11 min drive

BICTON PARK

Botanical gardens

Access: 20.11 km / 12.5 mi 20 min drive

DIGGERLAND COLLUMPTON

Amusement park

Access: 25.75 km / 16 mi 20 min drive

PAIGNTON ZOO

Zoo

Access: 39.1 km / 24.3 mi 35 min drive

WOODLANDS LEISURE PARK TOTNES

Amusement park

Access: 56.32 km / 35 mi 40 min drive

NAT MARINE AQUARIUM PLYMOUTH

Aquarium

Access: 71.77 km / 44.6 mi 40 min drive

EXETER QUAY

River

Access: 320 m / 0.2 mi 4 min walk / 2 min drive

EXMOUTH

Beach area

Access: 18.18 km / 11.3 mi 20 min drive

DAWLISH

Beach area

Access: 20.44 km / 12.7 mi 22 min drive

PAIGNTON

Beach area

Access: 39.43 km / 24.5 mi 35 min drive

PRINCESSHAY

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 160 m / 0.1 mi 1 min walk / 3 min drive

GUILDHALL SHOPPING CENTRE

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 480 m / 0.3 mi 3 min walk / 5 min drive

HARLEQUINS SHOPPING CENTRE

Shopping centre/mall

Access: 800 m / 0.5 mi 5 min walk / 5 min drive

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 11:00 AM

On site

Swimming pool
Car park
Pets welcome
Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms
100% Non Smoking Property
Room service

The Brasserie Bar

Join us at the Brasserie Bar for a delightful meal, serving from 11am to 9pm. Enjoy seasonal dishes made with fresh, local ingredients in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for special occasions or a relaxed evening.

Breakfast

The hotel takes great pride in offering guests a vast choice of hot and cold items for breakfast. Daily options include traditional full English, fresh fruit, cereal and a selection of locally produced preserves and jams.

Pool

Just keep swimming and let the worries float away. Our 15m swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna is the perfect way to unwind and charged at £10 per person (including up to 2 children under 16.) Jacuzzi and sauna 16+

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 7
Surface of the largest room: 178 m² / 1915.974 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 150
Maximum capacity for banquets: 120

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Weddings

With its stunning contemporary decor, the hotel provides the perfect backdrop for any wedding day. Licensed to hold civil ceremonies and partnerships, it can cater for 10 to 150 guests and offers a range of flexible wedding packages.

Our guest reviews

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ALL Rating 4.2/5 385 reviews

TripAdvisor Rating 3.8/5 3,284 reviews

Just the job!

Tjsymons Families - 1/30/2026 TripAdvisor review

We stayed here for one night as we were going to a concert at the Cathedral. The hotel is perfectly located for that as the cathedral is just a few minutes walk away. The hotel is lovely and the rooms have everything you need including complimentary water. Fabulous shower and comfortable beds. The car park is handy and is charged at £16 for 24 hours. Breakfast is also very good with lots on offer and topped up regularly. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.

Great stay, welcoming, warm fireplace

B E T 1/27/2026 TripAdvisor review

Wonderful stay, good leisure options during my time here and well located. Recommend walking along to St Leonards to enjoy the pubs and restaurants in the area - quieter than central Exeter and a wonderful variety of options.

Chris T. Business - 1/26/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Room needs refurbishing. Night light broken from wall. Bedhead ripped. Bathroom mirror broken. Drains in bathroom smelt and made room smell.

Dear Chris, Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback. We are sorry to hear you stay was not up to our hotel standards. All of your feedback will be passed onto relevant departments to ensure issues like this are prevented in the future. If you'd like to contact us at re… we can hopefully come to a solution. Kind Regards, Reception

Lovely stay much improvement from our last one!

Charlotte M 1/25/2026 TripAdvisor review

Stayed in the privilege room celebrating my partners birthday, staff were super welcoming and friendly! Lovely gesture of the birthday message, cheese cake and drink tokens. Special shout out to Lucy for organising our stay! Paige looked after us and made sure we had a great time! Comfy bed, we slept really well. Enjoyed the swimming and friendly staff at the bar.

Perfect stay.

helenpF4319RE 1/23/2026 TripAdvisor review

My friend and I have just returned from a nights stay at this hotel. The staff we met in the restaurant and on reception were first class, nothing was too much trouble. We had family rooms as they are bigger which were spotlessly clean and comfortable. Coffee and tea facilities and bottled water were included. Perfect location a short walk to the cathedral and shops. Ideal for the theatres too. Short taxi ride from Exeter st David station. Car park on site as well. Lovely buffet breakfast. I can thoroughly recommend this hotel.

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