Mill On The Exe Hotel - Exeter

Converted 200-year-old mill on the River Exe, boutique hotel with riverside garden

Property & Setting

The Mill On The Exe is a 200-year-old original mill house transformed into a boutique hotel. It sits directly on the bank of the River Exe, offering views of the river and the weir. The property occupies the former Headweir Mill House, preserving its historic industrial character.

Rooms & Suites

Accommodations include Queen Rooms, Superior Queen or Twin Rooms with River Views, and a Signature Double suite. Each room is equipped with a Nespresso coffee machine, a flat-screen smart TV, and high-quality bedding. Some rooms on the lower ground floor open to a private patio.

Location & Surroundings

The hotel is located a 10-minute walk from Exeter Cathedral and the Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery. Guests can walk along the paved riverside path to the Quay area, which has several bars and restaurants. Exeter International Airport is 11 km away, and Sandy Park Rugby Stadium is 6 km from the property.

Dining & Breakfast

The on-site restaurant and bar serve a full English breakfast each morning and offers gluten-free options. Dinner choices include chicken tikka masala, Sunday roast with beef or lamb, and a sticky toffee pudding. The bar stocks a range of St Austell ales and Devon wines.

Amenities & Services

The hotel provides free on-site private parking and offers key card access for guest security. CCTV cameras are installed in common areas and outside the property. Daily housekeeping is included, and the staff can assist with logistics such as printing parking passes.

• Location: Riverside retreat, 10 min walk from Exeter Cathedral
• Rooms: River-view suites and grand king rooms
• Dining: On-site pub with local ales and Sunday roasts
• Activities: Riverside garden and walking trail to Quay
• Parking: Private on-site car park (limited spaces)
• History: 200-year-old converted mill house