Hotel The Devon Hotel
Matford, Exeter, EX2 8XU, United Kingdom – Great location - show map
Breakfast was very good. The HD tv and inclusion of all Sky Sports channels was a great addition. Good base to explore Exeter.
United KingdomVery comfortable room. The on-site restaurant is outstanding. The staff is friendly and helpful. Nearby bus connections make it easy to access downtown if you are traveling without a car.
United States of AmericaGreat aircon in the room, which Was needed as was a really hot weekend. Room was a little small, as was the bathroom, but certainly adequate and comfortable enough
United KingdomVery good hotel. Food was excellent. Staff in restaurant were exceptional- friendly, polite, attentive. Very comfortable room, bed and room was light and well furnished.
United KingdomLocation - staff - value for money - breakfast - spotlessly clean - Sky TV - comfortable bed leading to good nights sleep
United KingdomSky TV channels were a bonus. Nice big bath. Lovely staff
United KingdomThe executive room was worth the extra for the rainforest shower. Parking near the room was very convenient. The Carvery was excellent
United KingdomReception staff were super helpful; the gym facilities were excellent and the food was splendid. All great!
United KingdomExecutive room, spacious and new. Had mini fridge with water. Good continental breakfast at early hour 6.15am.
United KingdomCleanliness stood out Food was outstanding and hot Staff fabulous
United Kingdom
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
Image of the property
The Devon Hotel This rating is a reflection of how the property compares to the industry standard when it comes to price, facilities and services available. It's based on a self-evaluation by the property. Use this rating to help choose your stay!
- What guests loved the most:
-
Oliver
United Kingdom
-
Douglas
United States of America
-
David
United Kingdom
-
David
United Kingdom
-
Tony
United Kingdom
-
Simon
United Kingdom
-
Michael
United Kingdom
-
Paul
United Kingdom
-
Andrea
United Kingdom
-
Patricia
United Kingdom
Conveniently located just 2 miles from the heart of Exeter, The Devon Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and free public parking. Featuring a lively bar and restaurant, it is only 20 minutes' drive from Exmouth and the South Devon coast.
With a Georgian elegance, the rooms include a satellite TV, a direct-dial telephone, and tea and coffee making facilities. The rooms benefit from an private bathroom and 24-hour room service.
Guests can enjoy dining in the onsite restaurant, the friendly 'Carriages Brasserie'. The Devon Hotel also features conference facilities and a convenient location, close to the M5 motorway.
South Devon offers many attractions, including the Quayside in Exeter, where guests can visit the Maritime Museum or enjoy tenpin bowling. Home to the National Marine Aquarium, Plymouth is also just 40 miles down the A38. Pretty coastal villages can be found within a 15-minute drive of the hotel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
We speak your language!
What would you like to know?
No thanksThank you for your time
Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers
CloseWe're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again.
RetryMost popular amenities
Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.5 for two-person stays.
Health & hygiene
Bookers love...
“friendly staff”
90 related reviews
“comfortable bed”
65 related reviews
“clean room”
63 related reviews
“boutique style”
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)
Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.
Breakfast Info
Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet
Good Coffee!
Free WiFi
Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent
Free parking available at the hotel
Loyal Customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
| Sleeps | Room Type | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max adults: 2 |
Standard Double Room
|
|||
|
|
||||
| Max adults: 2 |
King Twin/Double Room
|
|||
|
|
||||
| Max adults: 1 |
Single Room
|
|||
|
|
||||
| Max adults: 2 |
Standard Twin Room
|
|||
|
|
||||
| Max adults: 2 |
Executive Double Room
|
|||
|
|
||||
The story starts in 1955,Mr. Lyons bought the manor house from Mr. Blackmoore. He transformed the house in to a bar and restaurant and built 27 rooms over the little road. It was the first motel to be built outside the greater metropolitan area.
What's nearby *
-
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital1.8 miles
-
Exeter Chamber of Commerce and Industry2.1 miles
-
Exeter Cathedral2.1 miles
-
Sandy Park Rugby Stadium2.4 miles
-
Exeter St Davids Train Station2.8 miles
-
Exeter Services M52.9 miles
-
University of Exeter3 miles
-
Powderham Castle4.2 miles
-
Killerton7.4 miles
-
Sandy Bay Beach9.2 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
-
Tesco Supermarket2.5 miles
-
Sainsburys Supermarket3.2 miles
Closest Airports *
-
Exeter International Airport5.4 miles
-
Cardiff Airport49.3 miles
-
Bristol Airport59.6 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
-
Newton Abbot Racecourse11.2 miles
What would you like to know?
No thanksThank you for your time
Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers
CloseWe're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again.
RetryCarriages
Food: British, Mediterranean
Carriages Brasserie
Food: British, Mediterranean
4 reasons to choose The Devon Hotel
Why book with us?
Prices you can't beat!
Manage your bookings online
The staff speaks English
Booking is safe
Amenities of The Devon Hotel Great facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Pets
-
Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Live sports events (broadcast)
Food & Drink
- Chocolate/Cookies Additional charge
- Fruit Additional charge
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
-
Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
-
Free! Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
- Accessible parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
Front Desk Services
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Kids' TV channels
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
- Business center Additional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
General
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Newspapers Additional charge
- Room service
Accessibility
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Raised toilet
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Fitness
- Fitness center
Safety features
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
- Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Physical distancing
- Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Physical distancing rules
- Cashless payment available
- Contactless check-in/out
Cleaning
- Guests can opt out of accommodation cleaning service
- Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
- Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
Thanks for your help!
Your opinion helps us figure out what kinds of info we should ask properties for.
Back to propertyWhoops! It looks like something went wrong submitting this. Try again?
Retry
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The Devon Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that throughout December, there will be limited availability in the restaurant due to Christmas parties. Guests wanting to book a table are advised to contact the hotel in advance.
All lunches and dinners required over the Christmas period will need to be pre-booked and pre-paid. Please contact the hotel for more information.
The restaurant and bar will be closed on 31 December - New Year's Eve. Guests wishing to book the Gala Dinner priced at GBP 105 per person should contact the hotel in advance.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Please inform The Devon Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about The Devon Hotel
-
From the nearest airport, you can get to The Devon Hotel by:
- Car 20min
-
The prices at The Devon Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
-
The following parking options are available to guests staying at The Devon Hotel (subject to availability):
- Parking
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
-
Guests staying at The Devon Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
- Buffet
-
Check-in at The Devon Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
-
The Devon Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Carriages Brasserie
- Carriages
-
Room options at The Devon Hotel include:
- Double
- Twin/Double
- Single
- Twin
-
The Devon Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Fitness
