City Gate

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Young & Co.’s Brewery
8.6 (1418 reviews)
Iron Bridge, North Street , Exeter , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Comfortable bed
Lovely staff
Delicious breakfast
Clean and cozy rooms
Cons:
Loud plumbing
Noisy ceilings
Condensation on windows

Categories

Cleanliness
8.15
The room was clean but windows were covered with condensation, obscuring the view.
Service
9.15
Staff were very pleasant and many reviews highlighted excellent service.
Location
8.95
The hotel is conveniently located close to the city center and Exeter uni.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were described as cozy and comfortable, but some aspects like sloping ceilings were noted.
Amenities
8.45
Good quality bedding and thoughtful extras like port and flapjack were appreciated.
Value for Money
8.45
For the price, should have included breakfast, but overall value for stay noted as good.
Food and Beverage
8.55
Breakfast was highly rated and overall food looked appealing.
Overall Experience
8.75
Guests expressed high satisfaction and intentions to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 18:06

Property Description

Boutique En-suite Bedrooms
Experience luxury in every detail with air-conditioned boutique en-suite bedrooms featuring power showers or baths, flat-screen TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, and complimentary port and fudge.

Fine Dining Experience
Indulge in a culinary journey at our dining room offering seasonal locally-sourced produce, an extensive wine list, and a cocktail menu. Enjoy Al Fresco dining on the secluded patio.

Prime Location
Conveniently situated in the heart of Exeter, explore the city's attractions with ease. Just a short walk to Exeter High Street, The Guildhall shopping centre, Exeter Cathedral, and Exeter University.

Ready to immerse yourself in luxury and convenience? Book your stay at City Gate now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note that there is no staff at reception overnight.

Please note that this property no longer accepts cash payments.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: EXT

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1418 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.15
Service: 9.15
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 8.55
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Andrea • solo_traveller • gb
9
Very comfortable city stay.
Pros:

Fabulous central location but not noisy (I stayed on a Tues night) Delicious breakfast and really helpful staff.

Cons:

More choice on tv (ie.options for Netflix etc)

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The place was lovely, in a great location, and the staff were amazing!

Cons:

There’s no lift, and our room was on the top floor. That was the only issue we had.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Tracie • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Food was amazing, staff were friendly and helpful, location was good

Cons:

No lift, no car park at property and felt nearby car park difficult to locate

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Richard • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Monique • couple • gb
10
Absolutely magical from start to finish, with beautiful rooms, wonderful staff, incredible food and so much attention to
Pros:

From the moment we checked in, everything was absolutely incredible. The staff were so friendly and welcoming, and the whole experience just felt special from start to finish.

Our room was delightful – really spacious, modern and beautifully done, with an amazing view. The beds were incredibly comfortable, the bathroom was lovely, and even the toiletries felt really high quality. It was clear that a lot of thought had gone into all the little details.

We had drinks in the bar later that evening, which was equally lovely, with great service and such a nice atmosphere. The location was fantastic too.

We were also encouraged by the Manager to stay for breakfast the following morning, and I’m so glad we did because it was genuinely one of the best breakfasts we’ve ever had. Everything was incredibly fresh and delicious, and you could really tell how much care had gone into it.

Honestly, the whole stay was just amazing. Beautiful property, wonderful staff, fantastic food and so much attention to detail. We absolutely loved it and would come back in a heartbeat!

Cons:

Nothing to note at all.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Eva • extended_group • at
9
Hotel in guter Lage mit Bar und tollem Gastgarten
Pros:

Sehr schöne Zimmer, Hotel mit Bar und Restaurant, sehr empfehlenswert!

Cons:

Enges Badezimmer mit Stufen, für uns war es ok, mal etwas anderes

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • gb
9
Comfy hotel, good food, nice staff
Pros:

Great location , comfy and friendly staff

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Elspeth • couple • gb
10
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • couple • gb
8
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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rinda • extended_group • nl
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Emiel • solo_traveller • nl
10
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Annegret Erika Helena • solo_traveller • ch
8
Insgesamt sehr schön und ich würde wieder dorthin gehen.
Pros:

Das Continental Frühstück war sehr einfach. Die Auswahl an gekochtem Frühstück war aber sehr gut, für die die das mögen.

Cons:

Das continental Frühstück hätte etwas besser sein können als einfach ein Croissant und Kaffee. Immerhin konnte ich noch ein Toast dazu bestellen.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Maps50314897585 • Friends getaway • Goodleigh, Barnstaple, Devon, England
10
Best gluten free fish and chips!
Pros:

Had a meal here with friends, the gluten free fish and chips were amazing! Toby who looked after us was amazing and attentive. Seemed very busy but the staff were all great! We will be back!

2026-08-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
8
Fantastic, comfortable stay. A/C was a godsend. Staff were absolutely superb, without exception.
Pros:

Staff, comfortable bed, outside space, roast dinner.

Cons:

Not enough space next to sink to place toiletries. Need big mirror at dressing table.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Linell • couple • us
10
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Tyrone • couple • ca
9
Excellent
Pros:

Comfortable and quiet room. Comfortable bed. Great breakfasts!

Cons:

A ton of stairs with no elevator. Had to carry suitcases up and down steep stairs. They say they will help with suitcases but the staff member did not show up so we did it ourselves.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael U. Breitenstein • couple • ch
7
Gute Unterkunft mit Potential nach oben.
Pros:

Das Zimmer war gut, sauber und stylish, ebenso das Bad. Das Nachtessen war wirklich gut und Abends war auch die Bedienung aufmerksam.

Cons:

Das warme Frühstück war sehr gut, das Buffet wäre ok gewesen, wurde aber nicht nachgefüllt. Die Bedienung am Morgen war etwas lässig und nicht sehr aufmerksam und alles andere als schnell.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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CAROL • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely Hotel
Pros:

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everyone very friendly. Everything under one roof. The pub and lovely restaurant. Thought it could be noisy, but it wasn't. Had an extremely restful night. Only one minor problem as the AC was a little noisy. I wanted to open the window, but I was unable to do so.
I would definitely stay there again.

Cons:

I was not keen on the AC as it was a little noisy.

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Harriet • solo_traveller • gb
7
So so, however, good value for money.
Pros:

Location was very good. Very central. Bedding was comfy and room had everything you needed. Fun decor as well.

Cons:

There was numerous hairs around the bath and taps and radiator in bathroom were loose. Carpets were also a little stained. Noise in morning from I assume barrels made for several wake ups

2026-08-10 • via Nuitee