Southernhay House Hotel (Exeter, United Kingdom)

Taking their inspiration from local history, each of the rooms at the Southernhay House are named after the key historical trades of the area. All rooms are individually decorated with antique furnishings to provide a unique and interesting experience. En-suite bathrooms feature rain showers and limestone finishes.

The hotel offers a more original approach to dining with a buffet continental breakfast in the morning, including a variety of fruits, yoghurts, cereals and pastries. A unique Club Menu is available from midday through to early evening and consists of a variety of light meals which guests can enjoy with a drink from the bar. Dinners consist of an ever-changing menu selection dictated by what is available locally in any given season.

The property enjoys a great location and is the ideal base for exploring this ancient and historic city. The hotel is close to many historic points of interest including Exeter Cathedral as well as many interesting museums, shops and local eateries.

Perhaps surprisingly the hotel does not feature a lift on the property and guests must use stairs to access rooms above ground level. This can become difficult for travellers with heavy luggage, small children or physical impairments.

While each room has been carefully and deliberately designed and decorated with plenty of modern conveniences, there are, curiously, no wardrobes provided in the rooms for hanging clothes.

Some rooms at the hotel are very small and compact, with just the basics while others are larger and feature seating areas and more floor space. A thorough enquiry before booking is recommended to ensure that the right sort of room is booked.