Our pick
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
Exeter, GB
★ 3-star8.8/105,752 reviews
0.26 km (0.16 mi) from original
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Mill on the Exe vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Location
9.4Perfect location for the needs of many guests.
Service
9.4Staff were generally friendly and helpful, with specific commendations.
Value
9.4Generally viewed as good value for the location and services offered.
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Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Our pick
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
Exeter, GB
★ 3-star8.8/105,752 reviews
0.26 km (0.16 mi) from original
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
Exeter, GB
★ 3-star8/105,562 reviews
0.61 km (0.38 mi) from original
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
Exeter, GB
★ 4-star8/105,660 reviews
0.69 km (0.43 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
Mill on the Exe8.6
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel7.4
Cleanliness
Mill on the Exe8.6
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns7.4
Location
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG9.4
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns8.9
Service
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG9.4
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns8.4
Food & Breakfast
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG9.4
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel8.0
Amenities & Facilities
Mill on the Exe8.6
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns7.4
Value
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG9.4
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel7.4
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel amenity advantages
Fitness centerSwimming poolRoom serviceSpa/wellness centerSauna
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Mill on the Exe
8.8/10Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
8.8/10White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
8/10Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
8/10Rooms
Mill on the Exe
8.6Rooms are comfy and well appointed, some issues with mattress quality.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
7.9Some issues reported with room sizes and maintenance.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
7.8Rooms were generally well-received for being clean and comfortable, with some minor issues reported.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
7.4Uncomfortable main bed in family room and issues with the air conditioning.
Cleanliness
Mill on the Exe
8.6Room was beautifully decorated and absolutely spotlessly clean.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
7.4Reported issues with room not being cleaned during the stay.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
7.4Some reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, whereas others highlighted issues like noise and poor communication.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
7.5The shower door in my room was pretty disgusting and really needed a good clean.
Location
Mill on the Exe
9.1Great location for visiting Exeter, close to town and overlooking the river.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
9.4Perfect location for the needs of many guests.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
8.9The location was frequently praised, being central and convenient for local attractions.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
9.0Great location, very central, perfect for the Christmas market and shopping centre.
Service
Mill on the Exe
9.1Staff were friendly and helpful, but needed more training in some situations.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
9.4Staff were generally friendly and helpful, with specific commendations.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
8.4Most reviews noted friendly and helpful staff despite some communication issues.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
8.9Staff were very friendly and helpful, with good service at check-in.
Sleep & Noise
Mill on the Exe
—Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
—White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
—Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
—Food & Breakfast
Mill on the Exe
8.6Food was delicious with great menu options.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
9.4Breakfast options received positive feedback from guests.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
8.4Food options received positive remarks, highlighting quality and variety.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
8.0Lovely food and good bar menu, but some food items were served cold.
Amenities & Facilities
Mill on the Exe
8.6Provided good gluten-free options, but could improve by adding seating.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
8.4Standard amenities available, but some complaints regarding the facilities.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
7.4Amenities were acceptable, but there were complaints regarding heating and noise.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
8.0Standard amenities including spa pool and various food options available.
Value
Mill on the Exe
8.6Overall a good value for a pleasant stay.
Holiday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
9.4Generally viewed as good value for the location and services offered.
White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
7.8Guests expressed satisfaction with the rates for the overall experience provided.
Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
7.4Paid for half board stay, but menu was limited and not as expected.
Landmarks
Mill on the Exe
St Nicholas PrioryHoliday Inn Express - Exeter - City Centre by IHG
Tuckers HallWhite Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
The Custom HouseMercure Exeter Southgate Hotel
The Custom House