Mill on the Exe

Hotels
8.8 (1283 reviews)
Bonhay Road , Exeter , gb

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Garden
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Delicious food
Beautiful views
Good value
Cons:
Hard mattress
Service issues with staff

Categories

Cleanliness
8.63
Room was beautifully decorated and absolutely spotlessly clean.
Service
9.1
Staff were friendly and helpful, but needed more training in some situations.
Location
9.14
Great location for visiting Exeter, close to town and overlooking the river.
Room Quality
8.59
Rooms are comfy and well appointed, some issues with mattress quality.
Amenities
8.62
Provided good gluten-free options, but could improve by adding seating.
Value for Money
8.58
Overall a good value for a pleasant stay.
Food and Beverage
8.63
Food was delicious with great menu options.
Overall Experience
9.1
Overall enjoyable stay with excellent staff and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:59

Property Description

Historic Charm and Riverside Serenity
Experience the enchanting blend of history and modern comfort at Headweir Mill House, a beautifully converted 200-year-old mill house nestled along the picturesque river Exe.

Luxurious Amenities
Indulge in the lavish en suite rooms equipped with Nespresso® coffee machines, flat-screen smart TVs, and plush bedding. Enjoy complimentary toiletries, hairdryers, and ironing facilities for your convenience. Upgrade to rooms with stunning garden and river views for a truly unforgettable stay.

Convenient Location
Located just a short stroll from Exeter Cathedral, and within easy reach of the University of Exeter and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium, Headweir Mill House offers the perfect base for exploring the city. With free parking and WiFi, your stay is guaranteed to be both seamless and memorable.

Ready to immerse yourself in luxury by the river? Book your stay at Headweir Mill House now!

Important information:

Minor works to complete the Exeter flood defense scheme will continue outside the property during the autumn/winter of 2019 and 2020 which can involve contractors working in close proximity to the garden/river elevation of the building. The property anticipate there only being a minor impact on the view from the room. Works usually only take place Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 and 18:00.

Please note that Headweir Mill House does not have air conditioning as it is a listed building in a conservation area.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1283 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.63
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.14
Room Quality: 8.59
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.63
Overall Experience: 9.1
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adventureawaits1855 • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Absolutely beautiful spot along the river. Great restaurant and very relaxing place to have a pint. Rooms were very clean and comfortable. Staff was all very friendly and accommodating. Would highly recommend!

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Graham Coleman • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely deluxe room (for 2 adults and a child) - absolutely huge, comfy bed, nice toiletries, tastefully decorated. Food was nice but perhaps not quite the standard of the hotel

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Stefania • extended_group • it
8
Pros:

La posizione sul fiume è molto bella e rilassante. Si gode un'ottima vista dal terrazzo utilizzato per la colazione o per l'aperitivo.
La struttura e le stanze sono arredate con cura

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Tanya • couple • je
10
Another fabulous day decompressing after a festival in the most tranquil setting
Pros:

Peaceful and tranquil

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jutta • couple • ch
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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George • solo_traveller • us
7
Pros:

Next to the water and the outside setting area

Cons:

The shower was the entire bathroom. Not very practical

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Boris • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jan • solo_traveller • nl
8
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Te warm op de kamer
Geen of slechte airco

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • couple • gb
8
Comfortable and friendly stay.
Pros:

Location, very friendly and professional staff, comfortable bed and room.

Cons:

Bath was small and narrow ; rain head shower was excellent but would have liked the standard 2nd moveable head also.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Gareth • couple • gb
9
An oasis of comfort in a beautiful location
Pros:

Fabulous location next to the river.
Wonderful restaurant with good food.
Comfortable clean bedding.

Cons:

Can't think of anything, other than the toilet flush was slow.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • de
9
Gelungen und zu kurz!
Pros:

Total netter Style, super schöne Terrasse am Wasser, leckeres GastroPub, gutes inkl Frühstück!

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • couple • it
9
Pros:

La struttura è bellissima in una posizione incantevole lungo il fiume Exe.
Consigliato!

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • gb
10
Pros:

All of it great

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Luise • solo_traveller • de
10
Perfekt
Pros:

Es war wunderschön. Das Hotel am Fluss, das Essen und das Personal waren ein Traum.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Julia • solo_traveller • gb
10
A fabulous stay in amazing surroundings!
Pros:

The room & the view was amazing! The surroundings & the set up was perfect! What a beautiful place to visit!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Bianca • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Located on a very nice spot near the river with a beautiful terrace, very friendly staff and good breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
9
A great stay at a stunning riverside location.
Pros:

Lovely location, relaxing ambience. Very polite and helpful staff, from the initial greeting at the bar, reception and cleaning staff.

Cons:

A very minor negative - the wait for food to be delivered to the table after ordering was a little longer than expected.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Rance • couple • qa
10
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Elise • couple • ch
8
Charmant hôtel pour une nuit
Pros:

Emplacement idéal pour un arrêt à Exeter.
Environnement très agréable, au bord de la rivière.
Superbe ambiance au pub le soir et petit déjeuner excellent.

Cons:

Chambre un peu vieillotte et manquant de dégagement (vue parking, plain-pied)

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee