Mill on the Exe

Hotels
8.8 (1103 reviews)
Bonhay Road , Exeter , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Terrace
Non-smoking throughout
Kid meals
Outdoor furniture
Coffee Shop on site
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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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.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1103 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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sarah couple gb
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Antony couple gb
5
Not a 4/5*
Pros:

Great location, room and bed big, lovely and clean, staff very helpful and nice.
Parking was great, easy to find.

Cons:

Blinds/curtains inadequate, room way too hot (23-24 degrees) with inadequate/noisy air-conditioning.
Food was very average, I’d probably eat in Exeter next time.

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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N5Traveller couple gb
10
Excellent overnight stay.
Pros:

Great location, comfortable and well decorated room, pleasant staff and a tasty breakfast - pancakes were delicious. Just what you want!

Cons:

No complaints - thought fractionally expensive for an Monday night in quiet season.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
7
great location & room, poor breakfast & service
Pros:

location and room were brilliant,

Cons:

the staff were not overly engaging and a few seemed uninterested especially at breakfast, the breakfast and breakfast service were very poor, probably put us of returning.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Melissa couple gb
8
2026-03-25 via Nuitee
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Johanna couple dk
8
Wie können es sehr weiterempfehlen.
Pros:

Die Unterkunft hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Besonders die Einrichtung der Gästezimmer ist sehr geschmackvoll.

Cons:

Unser Zimmer ging leider zu Straße nach vorne raus. Wer es gerne ruhiger mag, dem empfehle ich die Zimmer nach hinten raus zu buchen.

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Lindsay couple us
10
Fantastic stay at The Mill with a comfortable room and excellent food!
Pros:

Breakfast and dinner at the pub onsite was fantastic and convenient! The staff members were all lovely people. The room was comfortable, clean, and quiet

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Smith couple gb
10
Amazing and will stay again
Pros:

Friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Matt family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Everything, stayed before & wouldn't go anywhere else in Exeter

2026-03-20 via Nuitee
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Crouch couple gb
9
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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PAULA couple gb
8
Great overall, will stay again.
Pros:

Room good, spacious, clean, and great for a two night stay. Bathroom and shower good.
Great location and quiet.

Cons:

Lighting quite dim, toilet flush slow.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
9
We spent a couple of nights at at the pub, we were welcomed, looked after really well and enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

Rooms very comfy & clean. Pub areas welcoming, warm, nicely furnished .

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Beverley couple gb
9
Comfortable & very clean with friendly helpful staff
Pros:

Breakfast choices were good for our needs
Views of riverside good if facing that direction but other side is the main through road

Cons:

View of main road

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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NADINE couple gb
6
Good but could be better.
Pros:

Location was good. Approx 10 minute walk into city centre.
Food was good, but a little expensive for a pub.

Cons:

Room was not value for money considering it was above a pub. We were on the third floor which meant it was quiet, but definitely not for those with mobility problems. It was quiet a dark room, the river was only visible by standing to look through the window as it was quite high - chest height. We had trouble with heating but staff did say it could be sorted. Room could do with a bi
t of an uplift. Apps on tv couldn't be accessed as no Internet.

2026-03-14 via Nuitee
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Fears couple gb
10
A wonderful few days away in Exeter
Pros:

We had a great time at the Mill on the Exe. The room was great, as were the main bar and restaurant areas. The food was excellent, both the breakfast and the evening meal. And what made the stay extra special was the staff. They were so friendly and helpful. Definitely one to revisit!

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Thomas extended_group gb
10
Thoroughly recommend
Pros:

We loved everything about Mill on the Exe and would very much like to return.

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
10
Convenient location, wonderful room, convenient allocated parking, friendly staff, excellent food, great beer.
Pros:

Convenient location, wonderful room, convenient allocated parking, friendly staff, excellent food, great beer.

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
9
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
7
Nice pub on the river but we never got to use facilities due to flooding
Pros:

Due to recent flooding we only got to use the bedroom and had to eat elsewhere

Cons:

I can’t judge due to recent flooding from the river

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
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Gina couple gb
10
A lovely place to stay and enjoy Exeter.
Pros:

Lovely pub on the River Exe and very convenient for Exeter city centre. Also a short walk to the Quay. The staff and food were excellent. Can highly recommend a stay here.

2026-03-05 via Nuitee