The Drake Hotel
The Drake Hotel has 3 meeting/event spaces for 20–60 delegates (theatre), largest: Main Conference Room (60).
- Up to 80 delegates
- 3 meeting spaces
1 photosPhotography pending verification1 photosCapacity overview
3 spaces · capacities by layout · floor area in m²
| Room | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception | m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 60 | — | 25 | 40 | 30 | — | — | 70 |
| Meeting Room 1 | 25 | — | 12 | 18 | 15 | — | — | 35 |
| Meeting Room 2 | 20 | — | 10 | 15 | 12 | — | — | 30 |
At a glance
The Drake Hotel is a well-established city centre hotel located in the heart of Plymouth, offering comfortable accommodation and versatile meeting facilities just minutes from the historic Barbican and waterfront. This traditional hotel combines modern amenities with convenient central location, making it ideal for business travelers and corporate events. The hotel features multiple meeting rooms accommodating up to 80 delegates, equipped with essential conference facilities and professional service. Located on Lockyer Street near the city centre, the venue provides easy access to Plymouth's business district, shopping areas, and major attractions including the Mayflower Steps and Royal Navy heritage sites. With its restaurant, bar, and comfortable guest rooms, The Drake Hotel offers comprehensive facilities for residential conferences and business meetings. The hotel's blend of traditional hospitality and modern convenience makes it a practical choice for corporate events, training sessions, and business accommodation in Plymouth's vibrant city centre.
Best suited for
- Business Meetings
- Conferences
- Training Sessions
- Workshops
- Corporate Events
Why book with us?
- Independent venue sourcing
- Free to event organisers
- Access to negotiated rates
- Alternative venues included
- Human expert support
Know before you book
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Pricing & packages
Exact rates are confirmed on your proposal — our experts negotiate on your behalf.
Meeting room, equipment, lunch & refreshments.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Food & catering
- Restaurant on site
- Bar on site
Dietary options catered for
Top facilities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Meeting rooms
- Conference facilities
- Central location
- 24-hour reception
- Business services
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking
Location & getting there
1-3 Windsor Villas, Lockyer Street, Plymouth, PL1 2QD, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
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The Drake Hotel is a verified city centre hotel in Plymouth, hosting up to 80 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Historic, Corporate, Networking. Verified on-site: wi-fi, food & catering, bedrooms, accessibility. Best suited to memorable events in a heritage setting.
Best for: memorable events in a heritage setting, corporate conferences and board meetings, receptions and networking events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Venue profile ratings
- Corporate★★★★★
- Luxury★★★★★
- Historic★★★★★
- Creative★★★★★
- Eco★★★★★
- Hybrid Ready★★★★★
- Networking★★★★★
- Training★★★★★
- International★★★★★
- Accessibility★★★★★
Verified on-site
- Wi-Fi✓ Verified
- AV & productionNot listed
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 3 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
How many meeting rooms does The Drake Hotel have?
The Drake Hotel has 3 meeting and event spaces in Plymouth, seating up to 60 delegates theatre-style in the largest room.
What is the capacity of The Drake Hotel's largest event space?
The largest event space at The Drake Hotel is Main Conference Room, with a maximum capacity of 60 guests.
What conference facilities does The Drake Hotel offer?
The Drake Hotel offers Free WiFi, Restaurant, Bar, Meeting rooms, Projector, Screen, PA System across its 3 meeting and event spaces.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 80 guests in theatre style, 60 in classroom style, 40 in boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including working lunches, refreshments and formal dining
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, public car parks nearby
About The Drake Hotel
The Drake Hotel is a well-established city centre hotel located in the heart of Plymouth, offering comfortable accommodation and versatile meeting facilities just minutes from the historic Barbican and waterfront. This traditional hotel combines modern amenities with convenient central location, making it ideal for business travelers and corporate events. The hotel features multiple meeting rooms accommodating up to 80 delegates, equipped with essential conference facilities and professional service. Located on Lockyer Street near the city centre, the venue provides easy access to Plymouth's business district, shopping areas, and major attractions including the Mayflower Steps and Royal Navy heritage sites. With its restaurant, bar, and comfortable guest rooms, The Drake Hotel offers comprehensive facilities for residential conferences and business meetings. The hotel's blend of traditional hospitality and modern convenience makes it a practical choice for corporate events, training sessions, and business accommodation in Plymouth's vibrant city centre.
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