Once known as the Crown and Sceptre, The City Gate has been welcoming guests since it first opened in 1778.
A modern British menu is served in its elegantly designed dining room, bar-side lounge and garden-view conservatory. Classic pub dishes such as Young’s Bitter battered cod and triple-cooked chips sit alongside chef specials including pan-roasted Elston Farm lamb rump with wilted wild garlic and purple sprouting broccoli; and baked Brixham hake fillet with garlic and lemon butter and samphire.
The pub’s beautiful garden backs onto Exeter’s ancient Roman city wall and, with a covered area and outside heaters, is an idyllic spot for relaxed al fresco drinking or dining, whatever the weather.
The City Gate’s 14 boutique bedrooms have been individually designed using shades of soft grey and teal with highlights of mustard yellow.
The design references Exeter’s historical 19th century trading port and the prominent part it played within the UK textile industry with design touches such as nautical-inspired rope lamps and vintage Sawyer sewing machines.
Amenities include Nespresso coffee machines, luxury toiletries from Algotherm, hairdryers and laptop safes as well as super comfortable beds complete with crisp cotton linen and plush pillows.
Extra touches come in the form of a complimentary glass of vintage port, hand-made Devon fudge and fresh milk in the fridge. A choice of double, twin and family rooms means something to suit all.
