Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter

Guest hou, 3-starSandygate, Exeter, United KingdomShow on map

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Fabulous

Guests rate it highest for food, service and location.

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 10:30 AM.
Fabulous locationGuests rate the location 8.9 out of 10, at Sandygate.
Free parkingThe property states parking on site is free for guests.

Charming Stable Block Accommodation Experience comfort and relaxation in our newly converted stable block rooms at The Blue Ball, just 6 minutes from Exeter Airport.

Modern Amenities for Your Convenience Enjoy 32-inch flat-screen HD TVs, invigorating power showers, and complimentary WiFi during your stay with us.

Delicious Dining Options Indulge in mouthwatering meals at the nearby pub or visit our sister pub, The Puffing Billy in Exton, for a delightful dining experience.

Book your stay at The Blue Ball today and explore Exeter city centre, the Exeter Chiefs’ rugby stadium, and Devon’s stunning beaches and attractions conveniently located nearby.

What this place offers

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Bar

Rooms

8.7

Fabulous

Rated 8.7 out of 10 by 549 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness6.9
Service9.4
Location8.9
Rooms7.9
Amenities8.9
Value8.9
Food & drink9.4

Guests mention

Excellent foodFriendly staff

SalterUnited Kingdom
September 2026Solo traveller
Lovely room very clean and well presented. The staff were welcoming. Great pub with a lovely beer garden. We had an evening meal and breakfast and I can't fault the food. Would definitely stay there again and I would…
BRIANUnited Kingdom
September 2026Couple
A pleasant place to stay with friendly helpful staff
Nice room and quiet location. Second time staying here and will stay here again
lisaJE
September 2026Couple
blueball is a little gem
the room was beautifully decorated and felt very calm
the bed was very comfortable
had all the comforts
generous with tea and coffee in the room
water provided
brilliant no stairs or lift needed to access our room
staff…
JamesUnited Kingdom
September 2026Couple
Was exactly what we were looking for. Easy access, comfortable, good food.
Excellent pub with lovely staff and great food.
Was a warm night but as ground floor room didn’t feel comfortable sleeping with the windows open. Not really an issue but perhaps air con or at least window locks that…
NarelleAustralia
August 2026Solo traveller
Helpful, friendly staff. Good food and great hospitality
Beautiful old inn, relatively quiet location
Nothing comes to mind
ianUnited Kingdom
August 2026Solo traveller
Location of property plus look and feel of it. I’m back here in October for rugby next time.
Could have done with a shower mat and water to run away quicker from shower tray.
Also breakfast doesn’t start to 9am. If you…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.

Where you’ll be

Sandygate, Exeter, United Kingdom

Guests rate the location 8.9 out of 10 — fabulous.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM

Check-out by 10:30 AM

Children welcome

No pets

Free parking on site

Non-smoking rooms available

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

Managed by a private host A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter

What time is check-in and check-out at Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 10:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter?

Yes — the property states that parking on site is free. Whether a space can be reserved in advance varies, so we check it against your dates.

Does Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter?

Sandygate, Exeter.

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