City Gate – A Favorite for Families in Exeter
About the Hotel
Boutique Bedrooms Above Pub
City Gate offers 20 individually designed bedrooms featuring Hypnos beds, ensuite showers with rainfall fixtures, Nespresso machines, and flat-screen TVs with Sky. Room types include Cosy, Boutique, Boutique Twin, and Bigger Boutique options, some accommodating fold-out beds for children or dog beds. All rooms include ironing facilities, heating, mini-bars, and free Wi-Fi.
British Seasonal Dining
The pub serves breakfast from 7am on weekdays and 8am on weekends, offering full English breakfast, eggs Benedict, dippy eggs, and avocado toast. The all-day menu includes cider-battered haddock, West Country rump steak, and plant-based burgers. A summer set menu offers 2 courses for £18 or 3 courses for £22. The bar serves real ales, craft beers, and spritz cocktails like Rhubarb Rosé and Hugo Spritz.
Garden & Event Spaces
The property features a walled courtyard garden with a heated stretch tent and outdoor seating. Private spaces include the Cellar Bar with brick walls and wooden beams, and The Gallery dining room with access to the secret garden. These spaces host comedy nights, live music, and private events. The hotel shows sports events on big screens in the covered outdoor area.
Central Exeter Location
Located at 1 Iron Bridge, the hotel is a 1-minute walk from Fore Street and Gandy Street's independent shops. It is a 6-minute walk from Exeter Central Station and 13 minutes from Exeter St David's Station. Nearby landmarks include Exeter Cathedral (5-minute walk), Royal Albert Memorial Museum (5-minute walk), and Exeter Quay. The Jurassic Coast is 15 km away. Harlequins Car Park across the road charges £13 daily.
Family & Dog Services
The hotel offers family rooms with Z-beds or cots (£15 per night for children 2-14, free under 2). Borrow Boxes with games are available in rooms. Dog-friendly rooms accommodate up to 2 dogs for £20 per night, providing dog beds, bowls, and treats. The events team assists with weddings and corporate functions. Package deals include Sip, Supper & Snooze with dinner, breakfast, and cocktails.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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