Premier Inn Exeter Central St Davids

Hotels
Premier Inn
8.4 (62 reviews)
Bonhay Road,Exeter,Devon , Exeter , GB

Facilities

Parking
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Breakfast available (surcharge)

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Convenient location
Cons:
Poor WiFi connection
Limited amenities
Noise from street facing rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
1
The rooms are spotlessly clean during the stay.
Service
1
The staff are friendly, caring, and helpful, providing fantastic service.
Location
1
The hotel is conveniently located near the train station.
Room Quality
1
Rooms are spacious with comfortable beds, but some lack adequate furniture.
Amenities
1
Basic amenities provided, but lacked sufficient drawer space.
Value for Money
1
Good price-quality ratio but some amenities like WiFi need improvement.
Food and Beverage
1
Food options are nice but could be better; new menu had limited appeal.
Overall Experience
1
Overall, a good experience with room for improvement in certain areas.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-01 17:13

Property Description

Experience the charm of historic Exeter at Premier Inn Hotel Exeter Central St Davids, where modern comfort meets the allure of the past.

Prime Location
Nestled in the heart of the city, enjoy leisurely strolls to popular attractions like the stunning Exeter Cathedral and the vibrant Princesshay Shopping Centre.

Delicious Dining
After a day of exploration, unwind in our inviting restaurant where delightful meals await to satisfy your cravings and recharge your spirit.

Comfortable Accommodations
Rest easy in our spacious rooms featuring luxurious beds designed for a perfect night's sleep, ensuring you wake refreshed and ready for your next adventure.

Don't miss the chance to make unforgettable memories in Exeter – book your stay with us today!

Important information:

There is no on-site parking available at this hotel. Chargeable off-site parking is available opposite the hotel, EX4 4NT. Daily rate Monday to Friday - £12.50, Saturday-Sunday £8.80. Alternatively, you can park in the overflow car park, 1 minute walk away from the hotel (EX 4NT). Daily rate Monday to Friday £9.80, Saturday-Sunday £6.90, or the Wards Yard car park, which is a 4-minute walk from the hotel, daily rate Monday to Friday £7.80, Saturday to Sunday £5.50. All car parks cannot accommodate HGVs or large vehicles.
From junction 31 of the M5 take the A30 towards Bodmin/Oakehampton. Exit onto the A377 to Exeter/Crediton. Keep left as the road forks and you will arrive at the hotel.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 62 reviews
Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
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F8790QNwendyp Solo travel
8
Handy for the station
Pros:

Have stayed here a few times but this time did an upgrade. I wish l had known l could have booked a back room before hand, and ended up with one facing the station, but it wasn't too noisy. Being up graded you got a few extra's like a case stand, iron and board, fridge and water and a posh coffee machine, but guess what no drawers to put clothes in! This is the second hotel l have stayed in this year with no drawers, it this something new we have to accept in modern hotels? I know in this type of hotel, people often only stay for one or two nights. The bed was nice and firm and the lighting very good, but the TV a bit out dated, the channels took an age to change if they felt like it, couldn't get certain programmes. The bathroom nice, walk in shower but would have been happier if there were handles to help you in and out, seeing not everyone it young and able bodied. The controls very easy to use. I booked the meal deal as l have had it before and found it very good, but now a change of menu and more choice, think l preferred the old one. They are good on allergies and ask about them when you order. Being up graded l 'd have thought you would have had the room cleaned without asking, but it had to be requested at the desk. This hotel is very handy for the station and buses up to town if you are there for a short stay.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
C
Cruisertraveller NONE Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
10
Good value
Pros:

Good location for Evesham and surrounding areas. Nice clean and comfy hotel with good amenities as beefeater next door for food. Staff very helpful and friendly. Room clean, nice and spacious with tea and coffee facilities. Bed nice and comfy. Good amount of parking.

2025-12-02 via Tripadvisor
M
magdarI9505HV NONE
8
Great visit
Pros:

In general very clean with kind staff, at arrival plenty of parking space but filled up quick! Comfortable bed and tasty breakfast. Great value for money

2025-11-30 via Tripadvisor
S
stevendS2672ET Business
10
Amazing place to stay in Farnham
Pros:

I want to thank all the staff at the premier inn for a wonderful stay. Especially the staff in the evening in the bar restaurant who sometimes literally worked on their own and Maria and other staff in reception. I would stay there again on a personal trip and not business. Thanks also to the manager who was so helpful if things had not booked correctly. The food was amazing also along with lovely breakfast every time.

2025-11-28 via Tripadvisor
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IanPLancashire Solo travel Leyland, Lancashire, England
8
Ok
Pros:

First stay at this hotel. Nice friendly check in with plenty of free parking. But tricky to find in the dark as off a service road behind the main services.
Room was clean and tidy and pretty quiet during the night. The attached restaurant was poor but other eateries available on the services.

2025-11-26 via Tripadvisor
W
Wannahavefun2 NONE
10
A Good Premier Inn experience
Pros:

You know what to expect with a Premier Inn. Good size room, comfortable bed and great breakfast.
It's easy to locate on the outskirts of Farnham (at the front of a trading estate but very quiet in the hotel). Great parking with a 30 minute walk into the centre which you can do mostly via the riverside walk or a regular bus service just outside tthe front of the hotel. The decor in the bathroom could do with a little refresh.

2025-11-25 via Tripadvisor
J
janefF7552PN NONE London, England
10
Value for money .
Pros:

Plenty of free parking , comfortable, spacious and clean room . Breakfast was plentiful and the staff were polite, friendly and efficient . We have stayed here several times as it is close to family. Only a 15 minute walk to the Main Street in Farnham so no need to move your car! Good value for money . Would recommend .

2025-11-24 via Tripadvisor
E
electoral Solo travel
4
Bit grim
Pros:

Lovely staff. The lobby and the resteraunt were beyond freezing. No coffee machine and restaurant didn't open til 6 so no snacks and stuck in middle of nowhere in Baltic weather. Also first hotel in awhile with shower curtain. Absolutely disgusting. It smelled appalling. Put a bit of perspex up Premier Inn. There were positives but as a solo customer i will be paying more for NO Shower curtain, some heat and a more reasonablely priced meal

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
B
brownie71 Couples
2
The Smell!
Pros:

We always stay at Premier Inn but this time the smell was disgusting. We went up the stairs and the smell of musty like a wet dog hits you along the corridor. We got to room 136 at the end and went into our room and it smelt of sick. Windows left open but the smell was horrendous. I called reception and she advised that the carpets had been sprayed with something and were going to be taken up. I then hear a generator outside which starts every 15 minutes for I think 5 minutes. I can't close the window because of the smell. Such a shame as we love Premier Inn but Evesham we will call to check if sorted before booking again. Staff and bed lovely

2025-11-23 via Tripadvisor
A
A100ZLhelene NONE
10
Nice stay
Pros:

Lovely and clean, reception staff were lovely. Had a breakfast each morning, and the food was good. The lady doing the breakfast, Julie, so hard working, she was so polite and cheerful made it a pleasure to go for breakfast, an absolute star.

2025-11-21 via Tripadvisor
8
819ColinW Couples Truro, Truro District, Cornwall, England
10
Friendly and caring.
Pros:

This is one of the best Prenier Inns we ever stay in. The staff are friendly, caring and helpful. The rooms are spotlessly clean and the food delicious. Thank you to all the staff who have made our brief stay so enjoyable.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
K
K1621UVanthonyb Family
2
Poor WIFI Connection
Pros:

Stayed here last month and although the Hotel is conveniently placed near Exeter St David’s the WIFI connection in the hotel is terrible even Ultimate did not work on our 4 day stay. Raised it with Head Office as hotel staff who were very helpful said they had reported to Head Office many times who have responded to say they have made Management at the hotel aware! Very disappointed with Premier Inn Head Office response but if you want WIFI stay clear until the issue is fixed.

2025-11-20 via Tripadvisor
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bharghavp2023 Business London, England
10
9 out of 10
Pros:

Location :- this premier is literally across from the train station (Exeter St Davids Train St ). There's no parking on site whilst you can park across the station car park for 14 odd pounds for the whole day. Plenty of spaces available.

Staff :- Dealt with the lovely stuff from Greece whilst checking in. Very friendly face. Also the young lady in the restaurant was very polite as well. Lovely bunch of staff who cares

Room :- Spacious room / can tell its been refurbished recently. Ample of space inside with a side table and chair.

Restaurant:- The restaurant itself isn't the biggest to accommodate large groups of people..id highly advise booking a table as soon as you check in to avoid the rush during dinner time. Opted for the veg Gyoza for starters and Haddock for mains. Food could be a bit better but overall was nice.

2025-11-18 via Tripadvisor
M
mariemH1866KJ NONE
8
Good Location
Pros:

Conveniently located hotel with easy access to attractions in local area. Public areas look like they could do with a bit of a refresh but the room was clean and tidy with a very comfortable bed and a nice powerful shower in the bathroom. Wifi access was very poor. The reception staff were friendly and helpful.

2025-11-18 via Tripadvisor
N
nicolahN6714HC Family
4
Smelly, musty, stale old air
Pros:

Not a good experience. The first thing we found when opening the door to our room was the smell of musty, stale, old air. We soon realised why - the windows don't open at all. When we asked to change rooms to a room with a window that opened we were told that none of the windows in the entire building opened, due to 'fire regulations'. We were given a fan, but all that did was circulate smelly stale air around the room. Although the bed was fine, we didn't sleep well because we felt locked in, and it was smelly and claustrophobic. We usually stay at Premier but will have to change to another hotel if this is going to be the norm. So disappointed.

2025-11-10 via Tripadvisor
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Quest46392940661 Couples London, England
10
Number one stay above and beyond staff
Pros:

Absolutely first class rooms and above and beyond staff they are exceptional polite and friendly and helpful but above all professional. The staff are always there whatever the problem or even for a chat The best Premier Inn we have ever stayed in
11/10 ☆☆☆☆☆ 🌟

2025-11-03 via Tripadvisor
L
leotA2116XT Friends getaway
10
Very friendly staff and nice food
Pros:

The staff is really friendly and the restaurant, which is directly next to the hotel, which is nice if you arrive late, has a wide range of nice foods. The beds are really comfortable as well.

2025-11-03 via Tripadvisor
C
claudiast Couples Alexandria, Virginia
8
What you see is what you get
Pros:

Not pretentious, what you see is what you get. Small rooms with the basics, one towel for each person and a bottled soap that doubles as shampoo. Room was fairly clean although there were some suspicious spots in the carpet that looked like cigarette burns. Service to match the accommodations

2025-11-01 via Tripadvisor
C
Carlson
10
Pros:

Great

2025-10-31 via Nuitee
R
RJNEUK Solo travel Bath, Somerset, England
10
Excellent room and service
Pros:

Great spacious room, comfortable bed and fantastic service from everyone . Good price to quality ratio. Marcus is particularly brilliant..he is a master host. Fantastic service . Thank you .

2025-10-30 via Tripadvisor