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The Blue Ball Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel in Exeter with a restaurant and a bar

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Double Room (Room 1 NOT QUIET) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Sandygate, Exeter, England, EX2 7JL
  • Place, Adrenalin Games Paintball
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandy Park Rugby Stadium
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Westpoint Arena
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (Room 3) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Room 3)

  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room (Room 2) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Room 2)

  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room (Room 4) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Room 4)

  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Room 1 NOT QUIET) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Room 1 NOT QUIET)

  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Exeter

The Blue Ball Inn is a short stroll from Adrenalin Games Paintball and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. This 4-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Adrenalin Games Paintball - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sandy Park Rugby Stadium - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pynes Hill Estate - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Westpoint Arena - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • University of Exeter - 8 min drive - 3.9 miles

Getting around

  • Newcourt Station - 15 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Toby Carvery Exeter - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Miller & Carter - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Blue Ball Inn

Hotel in Exeter with a restaurant and a bar
At The Blue Ball Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include hair dryers and ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 13.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 13.50 per person

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, debit 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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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, credit card, or debit 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Blue Ball Inn?

This hotel is located in Exeter, a short 12-minute walk from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium and also 6 minutes on foot from Adrenalin Games Paintball. You'll also find Crealy Great Adventure Park and Exeter's Historic Quayside within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blue Ball Inn?

As of Dec 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blue Ball Inn on Dec 21, 2025 start from $83.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there parking available at The Blue Ball Inn?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Does The Blue Ball Inn have a casino at the property?

No, The Blue Ball Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Blue Ball Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Blue Ball Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include Egyptian cotton sheets.

Does The Blue Ball Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Blue Ball Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Blue Ball Inn serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Blue Ball Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Blue Ball Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Blue Ball Inn?

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

How close is the airport from The Blue Ball Inn?

The closest major airport to The Blue Ball Inn is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 4 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Blue Ball Inn?

No, at The Blue Ball Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Blue Ball Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dave

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, friendly staff and good food
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was basic but very clean, secure and renovated. Pub was pleasant with excellent food. Overall stay was good value.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025