Queens Court Hotel

4
Good
Inspected: 2026-02-02
Rating changed from AwaitingInspection

Inspection Scores

Hygienic Food Handling
5
Structural Compliance
5
Confidence in Management
10

Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.

Queens Court Hotel is a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house located at 6 - 8 Bystock Terrace, Exeter, EX4 4HY, in the Exeter City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 2 February 2026, it received a food hygiene rating of 4 (Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 5 — very good), structural compliance (scored 5 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Exeter City oversees 1,087 registered food businesses, of which 88% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Exeter City is 4.8 out of 5. As a hospitality establishment, this business is assessed on its kitchen and food storage facilities, breakfast and dining service areas, and overall standards of food handling across the premises. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. The rating has changed from AwaitingInspection to 4. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.

Details

Business Type
Hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house
Address
6 - 8 Bystock Terrace, Exeter
Postcode
EX4 4HY
Local Authority
Exeter City
Scheme Type
FHRS
FHRS Business ID
1915876

Rating History

Rating Date Recorded
AwaitingInspection

Location

FAQ

What is the food hygiene rating of Queens Court Hotel?

Queens Court Hotel has a food hygiene rating of 4 out of 5, as assessed by Exeter City.

What does a food hygiene rating of 4 mean for a hotel/bed & breakfast/guest house?

A rating of 4 means hygiene standards are good, with only minor issues found during the inspection. The business meets the required standards across all three inspection categories, though some small improvements may be suggested.

When was Queens Court Hotel last inspected?

Queens Court Hotel was last inspected on 2026-02-02. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.

How can Queens Court Hotel improve its rating?

Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.

Where is Queens Court Hotel located?

Queens Court Hotel is located at 6 - 8 Bystock Terrace, Exeter , EX4 4HY, in the Exeter City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the EX4 postcode area.