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Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG

3.5 star property
Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Exeter's Historic Quayside

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Restaurant
Exterior
Reception
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Tudor Street, Exeter, England, EX4 3FL
  • Place, Exeter's Historic Quayside
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Exeter Cathedral
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Exeter

Exeter's Historic Quayside is within a 5-minute walk of Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG while other popular sites like Exeter Cathedral are within a 15-minute stroll. This 103-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast and a bar/lounge, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Exeter Phoenix Centre - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Exeter - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXS-Exeter St Thomas Train Station) - 5 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucombe Oak - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mill on the Exe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pig - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Drop of Poison - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG

Hotel with a bar, 4-minute walk to Exeter's Historic Quayside
Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. Self parking is available for GBP 18 per day. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a TV in a common area and a water dispenser.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Beds are dressed in pillow menus and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 18 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Express Cafe & Bar

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (35 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 18 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

Guests positively rate the hotel's walkable location in Exeter, just steps from Exeter's Historic Quayside and St Nicholas Priory, and within a short walk of Customs House. You'll also find Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery and Exeter Phoenix Centre less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 18 per day. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG feature a casino on the premises?

No, Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a pillow menu as well as a bar and free breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG serves free buffet breakfast at Express Cafe & Bar each morning.

Will Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG for a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 10.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG.

Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 270 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very welcoming and the room was good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean.Staff polite,respectful & nothing was to much trouble..helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Problem finding a fault
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Haley

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy with a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Elliot

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staffs were great. Room was clean. Didn’t manage to sleep well, because the people from next door kept knocking on the wall through out the night.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Pavel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Lots of free coffee Excellent breakfast Friendly staff Excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall general service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is what it is. Cheap room but they dont tell you the parking costs...another 30%. 3 dodgy guys smoking outside entrance so unease and a fog of smoke was first impression. Very nice and professional duty mansger on reception. I didn’t go to breakfast as it was cold on my previous stay and I got no reply to my complaint.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saneeya

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and customer service was simply outstanding. My special compliments and gratitude to Levente and Dawn, and the manager, Jordan, for their excellent, excellent service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay. Clean and well equipped hotel room. Ideal location for walking into the city centre and convenient parking .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great breakfast great location great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giselle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff couldn’t have been more helpful and courteous. I will be back. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lewis

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were great and very good with the kids. Breakfast was great too. Room was a little snug for the 4 of us, but hotel was perfectly located for what we wanted to do in Exeter.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

IVAN

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean hotel. Could do we more different fruit like bananas
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo, NEWTON

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel is on the riverside, just at the end of the continuation of High Street. The facilities are new and the breakfast is very good. Parking beside the hotel is simple.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sahara

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

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