Hotel du Vin Exeter has you perfectly primed for city sightseeing, gastro French fare and a relaxing spa and a swim. This handsome 59-room hotel is packed with history – it was formerly a Victorian eye infirmary and is located right on the edge of Exeter’s most prestigious post codes. With its walled garden, on-site spa, and central location, Hotel du Vin Exeter is perfect for romantic retreats or older families in search of a little luxury.

2022 saw the addition of The Beekeeper’s Cottage. This signature suite is nestled in the hotel garden offering guests seclusion and sophistication within a few steps of the buzz of the hotel and city beyond. It’s an ideal family or couples retreat with a private feel plus all the benefits of a hotel stay including fluffy towelling robes, room service, and luxury Egyptian cotton sheets on the super kingsize bed.

What sets Hotel du Vin Exeter apart from the other city-centre hotels is the chic heated outdoor pool with indoor hydro jets, not to mention The Ren Spa, with a relaxation area and four treatment rooms to book in for a well-deserved pampering.

You don’t need to be a resident to enjoy the hotel’s many temptations. Whether it’s Bistro du Vin for Sunday lunch, a delightful afternoon tea in the gardens, or sipping on a signature cocktail in the cosy corner of the bar, there is something for everyone. Ooh, and not forgetting du vin! *as if I would* – 20 wines by the glass and even more by the bottle.

Race you to the bar. Mine’s a Muscadet!