Holiday Inn Express Exeter East, an IHG Hotel

8.2
Excellent
(1467 reviews)

Business Park, Guardian Rd, Exeter EX1 3PE, United Kingdom

+44 371 902 1611

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Hotel Description

Located just off the M5 motorway, Holiday Inn Express Exeter East offers a comfortable and convenient stay for both business and leisure travelers. The hotel is perfectly positioned for those flying in and out of the region, being only 2.6 miles from Exeter International Airport. It is also just 3.6 miles from the heart of Exeter city center, making it an ideal choice for those looking to explore the area's rich history and culture. The hotel offers easy access to major roadways and public transportation, ensuring that guests can easily reach top local attractions, shopping areas, and entertainment hubs.
The hotel’s modern and functional design aims to create a relaxing and stress-free environment for all guests. The rooms are designed with comfort and convenience in mind, featuring flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and well-lit work desks—ideal for both relaxation and productivity. Some rooms also include sofabeds, making them a great option for families or small groups. A refreshing hot breakfast is included in your stay, offering guests a satisfying start to their day. The rooms are perfect for business travelers or tourists alike, providing all the essentials for a comfortable stay.
Guests will find a variety of amenities to enhance their stay, including an accessible parking lot, a casual on-site bar for unwinding after a day of sightseeing, and a business center for those who need to attend to work while traveling. While the hotel does not feature a fitness center, spa, or swimming pool, its location offers easy access to outdoor activities and local attractions. For those looking to enjoy the vibrant local nightlife, the hotel’s bar provides a relaxed environment to socialize.
In terms of transportation, the hotel offers great accessibility with public transit options nearby. Exeter Airport is only an 8-minute taxi ride away, providing quick access to flights, while other transportation options such as Digby & Sowton, Honiton Road Park and Ride, and Pinhoe are within walking distance. This makes it incredibly convenient for guests to explore the region or catch a flight without stress.
For dining, there are several nearby restaurants, including Miller & Carter, which is just a 3-minute walk away, and a variety of other dining options within a short drive or taxi ride. For those looking to explore local attractions, the hotel is within 10 minutes of Crealy Theme Park & Resort, perfect for families, and just 14 minutes from the majestic Exeter Cathedral. Guests can also explore the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery or visit the 14th-century Powderham Castle, just a short drive away.
Whether you’re in town for business, leisure, or a bit of both, Holiday Inn Express Exeter East offers a comfortable and well-located base with all the essential amenities and great service. With excellent access to local sights, transportation, and dining, it’s an excellent choice for anyone visiting the Exeter area.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. Convenient location near Exeter International Airport and Exeter city center

2. Modern, comfortable rooms with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi

3. Hot breakfast included with a wide variety of options

4. Casual on-site bar for relaxing after a busy day

5. Business center for work-related needs during your stay

6. Accessible parking and convenient public transportation nearby

7. Great access to family-friendly attractions like Crealy Theme Park & Resort

8. Near cultural landmarks including Exeter Cathedral and Powderham Castle

9. Friendly service with a reputation for excellent guest experiences

10. Pet-friendly, welcoming dogs and cats for guests traveling with pets


7.4 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Crealy Theme Park & Resort
10 min
Exeter Cathedral
14 min
Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery
15 min
Powderham Castle
23 min
Killerton House
15 min
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Good to know

Check-in15:00
Check-out11:00
Location rating7.4
Nearest airportExeter Airport
Travel time to airport8 min

Nightly price (Only for reference price for sample day)

Check-in: Fri, Dec 06
Check-out: Sat, Dec 07
    Official Hotel

    $71

    Best Hotel Deals

    $69

    Booking.com

    $71

    Agoda

    $71

    Hotels Ugogo

    $69

    Stayforless

    $69


Location

Business Park, Guardian Rd, Exeter EX1 3PE, United Kingdom

Airports:

Exeter Airport

Taxi: 8 min

Bristol Airport

Taxi: 1 hr 16 min

Transit: 1 hr 50 min

Cardiff Airport

Taxi: 2 hr 11 min

Transit:

Digby & Sowton

Taxi: 8 min

Walking: 27 min

Honiton Road Park and Ride

Walking: 4 min

Pinhoe

Taxi: 5 min

Walking: 26 min

Exeter St Thomas

Taxi: 15 min

Walking: 1 hr 14 min

Miller & Carter

Walking: 3 min


Nearby locations

7.4

Very Good Location

Just off the M5 motorway, this casual budget hotel is 2.6 miles from the Exeter International Airport and 3.6 miles from the Exeter city centre.

Top Attractions


Amenities and Facilities

Languages spoken

English

Accessibility

Accessible

Accessible parking

Accessible elevator

Food & drink

Restaurant

Bar

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Wellness

No fitness center

No spa

Pools

No pools

No hot tub

Rooms

No air conditioning

Services

Front desk

Elevator

Housekeeping

Pets

Pet-friendly

Dogs allowed

Cats allowed

Parking & transportation

Parking

Self parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Debit cards

NFC mobile payments

Business & events

Meeting rooms

Bathrooms

Private bathroom

Shower

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi in public areas


Reviews

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7.4

10 reviews

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3
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Dianna O

5/5
My son and I had a lovely, relaxing stay. We shared a twin room which was clean and comfortable. Reception staff, I'm unable to remember the lady who checked us in, was very friendly and informative, making everything clear.  …

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Sarah George

5/5
A prompt welcome by Joby at reception who told us the breakfast times and how to find our room. Comfy and clean room. More plug sockets would be useful though. Breakfast was plentiful and the food was good. In a good location opposite a bus stop where we could get a bus into the city easily.

Room 5

Service 5

Location5

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Nat KH

5/5
I am never disappointed at a Holiday Inn Express as I know I'm going to have a clean and comfortable room and a good breakfast, which is included in the price. The Exeter East Holiday Inn Express is just a short drive off the M5. The car park is generous, although you do have to pay for parking. I paid £12 for a Wednesday evening to Friday morning stay. The entrance to the hotel is on one level, so disabled access is very easy. The staff are very welcoming and friendly and nothing is too much to make your stay better. The room was exactly as expected; a good size with ensuite. Our bed was a Super king-size, so we could stretch out. I slept so well on both nights. The breakfast is a buffet style - hot buffet for a full english breakfast, or if you just want juice and a pastry or toast, it's all there for you to help yourself. All the food supplied, whether hot or cold, was fresh and tasty. (I wish other hotels would follow the Holiday Inn Express' method and include breakfast within the room price as it makes a stay much easier when you're not having to think about where you're going to get your breakfast, or overpay for a bad value meal). We're always disappointed when there's not a Holiday Inn Express in an area we want to stay. Plan for world domination whoever owns/runs them as I'd like them everywhere please. A++++

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DC C

5/5
Matt on Reception was very welcoming and efficient. We were upgraded and our room was large, well equipped and with a huge comfortable bed. ||A good breakfast buffet with something to suit most people. …

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Victoria A

1/5
Booked with Expedia and there was no mention on my booking confirmation that you had to pay £6 to park. |The sofabed and pillows were dirty in our room (stains/hairs). |The mattress and pillows were uncomfortable. …

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Tim G

3/5
We stayed here on A Saturday night as was working in the area. The staff at reception were very helpful but I give this 3 out of 5 as I thought the breakfast was poor and there was a £6 charge for car parking. …

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Jess

2/5
Good:- Location great- price low- staff extremely friendly.Bad:- Air con - advertised as amenity, but was turned off in our room. We were travelling with a small infant and it was 30c+. Weedy fan provided didn’t help much. Were advised it would be turned on while we were out the next day but it wasn’t, had to change rooms which was a hassle.- Only 2 plug sockets in the entire room, used by the fan and the kettle. Neither anywhere near the bed- Car park packed during the evening (shared with nearby steakhouse)- Fruit at breakfast warm and starting to go off (soft apples, brown bananas etc)- Shower leaky and wouldn’t stay consistent temperature - boiling or freezing.

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Robyn W

3/5
Stayed here as a cheap stay using tesco clubcard vouchers via hotels.com||I read in advance that the car park for the hotel was £6 for 24 hours. This is absolutely unnecessary. …

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Brendan Lawrence

5/5
We needed an overnight stop on a long journey and this hotel was perfect. Friendly staff, plenty of parking, bar food until 21:00 and breakfast included. Ticks all the boxes and now added to my favourites for future use

Room 4

Service 5

Location5

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m

3/5
Lovely hotel, staff are friendly, great location, but they are very misleading for breakfast times. They told us 11am for the end of breakfast, The signs everywhere explaining ques says 10am till finishing time but yet at 10.20am there was no food, it was all cleaned down and away.Very disappointed and not impressed.