Exeter Inn
"4.2-rated brick inn on Front Street near Phillips Exeter Academy with bar, patio, fitness center, and jetted-tub rooms."
About The Hotel
The Exeter Inn is a 4.2-rated historic brick property located on Front Street in downtown Exeter, near Phillips Exeter Academy. With 364 reviews, guests consistently praise the refined rooms, attentive service (4.5 rating), and excellent location (4.5 rating). The inn features a bar and lounge, on-site dining, a patio, and a fitness center. Rooms are comfortable with strong sleep quality (4.4 rating) and cleanliness standards (4.4 rating). Staff members are noted for going above and beyond, including removing snow from guest vehicles. The property offers a quiet, old New England atmosphere ideal for Academy visitors and those exploring the historic downtown and nearby Seacoast region.
What Guests Are Saying
“I’m currently staying in the Exeter hotel. 23rd February. This is my fourth night as I’ve been snowed in. The snow is so bad I can’t go outside or home to uk. To be honest I wouldn’t mind if I had to stay for another week. The staff and Jake the regional manager are the best team ever. All the food is amazing and nothing is too much trouble. Lovely place. Donald” — Donald B., 5 stars
“We will be back. The inn has an old New England feel that is perfect for the town. Rooms are very comfortable if a little bit small. Bathroom and shower very well set up and all clean. The bar is cool. We had a good breakfast. Portions are big so we split. The deal clincher - the staff cleaned the snow off our cars!!” — Tele71, 5 stars
“The Exeter Inn is an impressive looking hotel in Exeter, New Hampshire, in a leafy and historic part of the town. We booked our very brief stay of 1 night via a well known Booking website and arrived exceptionally early for check in on Aug 4th 2024. We tried our luck at getting access to our room, like at our previous hotels, but to no avail. The receptionist kindly took our luggage for storage as we headed off to explore Exeter for the day. What our 1 night stay cost: 💰 Total (inc. any fees and taxes) = $249.66 We returned to hotel 8 hours later (well fed, watered and dry considering a huge thunder storm had come over), by which time our room was ready. The hotel was quiet and we saw no other guests. 🤔 Our room was quite small but clean and tidy. Like the rest of the hotel we thought the room, particularly the bathroom, was tired and dusty. 👍 The hotel provided free WiFi, which was very handy for planning ahead the rest of our trip. The great thing about the Exeter Inn was that it was a safe walk from the Amtrak station - exactly 10 minutes - which helped us greatly in being able to tick off New Hampshire from our U.S. states list.” — P&K U., 4 stars
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- 4.2-star rating across 364 reviews with strong service (4.5) and location (4.5) scores
- Historic brick inn with refined rooms and quiet, comfortable atmosphere
- Bar, lounge, patio, and on-site dining on-property
- Steps from Phillips Exeter Academy and downtown Exeter attractions
- Fitness center and central location for Seacoast-region access
Cons:
- Jetted-tub rooms are a specific room type—confirm availability at booking
- Among the higher Exeter rates, starting from $215/night
- Books up during Academy reunions and graduations; rooms are small and some guests note tired, dusty finishes
The Location
On Front Street in Exeter near Phillips Exeter Academy and the brick downtown, minutes from the Seacoast. A safe 10-minute walk from the Amtrak station. You can find more details or book your stay on TripAdvisor.
Guest reviews
What guests are saying about Exeter Inn.
"We had a wonderful overnight stay at the Exeter Inn. The room decor was unique and thoughtfully done — classy with New England personality, not cookie-cutter by any means. The king bed was incredibly comfortable, and the bathroom was a standout: spacious, clean, and beautifully designed (and that smart mirror is to die for!) Every staff member we interacted with was genuinely friendly and welcoming, which made the stay feel especially warm and relaxed. We enjoyed delicious hand-crafted cocktails and really appetizing appetizers at the Epoch restaurant within the Inn. Everything felt well cared for and intentionally done. A great place to stay if you’re visiting Exeter and want comfort, character, and excellent hospitality."
— Dannika Ross
View on Google"The Exeter Inn was a lovely experience. I was always greeted warmly no matter the time of day. My room was small, but clean and cozy. The tea and cookies that are put out at 4:00 every day were so lovely to arrive to after a long day! The breakfast choices were more than ample. My only comment is that the downstairs area smells a bit like a greasy kitchen. Overall, I had a great time and would be very happy to return! Thank you again for a very nice stay."
— Deborah Williams
View on Google"This was my first time staying at the Exeter Inn. I had chosen a different hotel in town a few times. I like to visit Exeter in occasion for a relaxing weekend getaway. This hotel caught my eye again once I saw it's location. This is within walking distance from the train station and it's also close to downtown. For the price, this could not be beat. I arrived later due to a train delay. The staff were so welcoming and understanding. I was able to sneak in a later dinner at Epoch, then go to my room for pampering. I stayed in the jacuzzi suite and I lived it! My room was quiet, very clean, the bathroom had everything I needed for pampering, and the bed was incredibly comfortable. I have never slept in a comfortable hotel bed, this bed was a dream. If you like the charm of colonial hotels, this is a fantastic option. I love that everything is within walking distance. The staff were outstanding! They were so friendly and helpful - I felt so welcomed there. I highly recommend staying here. I intend to book another stay there, soon!"
— Crystal Bean (Caffeinated Lady)
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