The Raffles

11 Blackall Road, Exeter, EX4 4HD, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>1130</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,130 reviews

Warm welcome by friendly host. Immaculately clean accommodation. Good breakfast.

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The Raffles

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Boasting a garden and views of garden, The Raffles is a guest house set in a historic building in Exeter, 6.8 km from Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. This 4-star guest house offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service. There is a picnic area and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. At the guest house, every unit comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. At the guest house, all units are allergy-free. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, fruits and juice are available each morning at the guest house. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Newton Abbot Racecourse is 27 km from The Raffles, while Powderham Castle is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Exeter International Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 single bed
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1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.8
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  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Warm welcome by friendly host. Immaculately clean accommodation. Good breakfast.”
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We were made very welcome at The Raffles by staff and family. We particularly appreciated the very comfortable bed, good quality bed linen and towels, the superb breakfast and all the attentiveness to dietary requirements.”
  • Nigel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Quirky, comfortable, clean. Management and staff are very nice and helpful and informative.”

Managed by The Hyde family

Company review score: 9.4Based on 1,124 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Raffles has been running for over 45 years as a guest house and home to four children. It was purchased in 1976 by Ric and Sue for a very good price, but it really was in a frightful state! Over the years the building and gardens have been lovingly restored. Sue was very creative, a keen gardener and fantastic cook, and Ric was an antique dealer. Their vibrancy and warmth are still at the heart of Raffles, as seen through the variety of interesting pieces to be found throughout. Both were truly colourful characters, who always placed kindness towards others at the centre of their lives. The guest house is now in the hands of Justine and Jonathan, two of the four children. We and the team look forward to welcoming you to our family home.

Property information

Raffles of Exeter is a family run guest house that offers relaxed and comfortable accommodation in our lovingly restored Victorian townhouse. Trading since 1976 and awarded four stars by The English Tourist Board, we are proud to offer our guests that little bit extra. All rooms are ensuite, with plenty of white fluffy towels. Some of our rooms have king sized beds, and all have crisp white linen with only the very best quality pillows. At Raffles, you can be certain of a cosy night’s sleep to prepare for your days exploring the city! Each room has a large flat screen TV, with plenty of channels, including Amazon Prime. There is free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the house, meaning your electronic devices are just as welcome as you are. Our breakfast is freshly cooked to order, sourced locally and organically where possible. We cater very well for speciality dietary requirements. We have a wonderful garden and guest lounge area for you to relax in, and we also offer free parking in our private carpark. In addition, we have a charging point for electric vehicles.

Neighbourhood information

Raffles is perfectly positioned for your stay in Exeter, just a five-minute walk to the historic town centre and all its amenities. With great food, lovely local shops and a grand Cathedral, the town centre is ideal for everyone. We are also a short stroll to the university grounds. Exeter is the perfect base from which to explore the beautiful county of Devon. Its award-winning beaches, the glorious Jurassic Coast and the dramatic wilderness of Dartmoor offer a wide variety of natural spaces unlike any other. Whether for business or leisure, Exeter is a city that is equal in charm and character, and your stay with us will reflect this.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Raffles
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 13:00 to 21:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Raffles accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about The Raffles

  • Room options at The Raffles include:

    • Single
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family

  • The Raffles is 500 yards from the centre of Exeter. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Raffles offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Guests staying at The Raffles can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • À la carte

    • Check-in at The Raffles is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at The Raffles may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.