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Historic Georgian hotel in Exeter city centre offering elegant meeting rooms and event spaces with modern facilities.
The Mercure Exeter Southgate Hotel is a beautifully restored Georgian building located in the heart of Exeter's historic city centre. This elegant hotel combines period charm with contemporary amenities, featuring multiple meeting rooms and event spaces suitable for conferences, meetings, and special occasions. The venue offers modern AV equipment, complimentary WiFi, and professional event support. Its prime location provides easy access to Exeter's attractions, shopping areas, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for business events and corporate gatherings. The hotel's flexible spaces can accommodate intimate boardroom meetings through to larger conferences and receptions.
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| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Exeter Suite | 120 | 150 | 40 | 50 | 80 | |
Cathedral Room | 45 | 40 | 20 | 25 | 24 | |
Quay Room | 35 | 30 | 16 | 20 | 18 |
3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 150 people
Professional Hotel space
Full catering service available
Exeter Central railway station 0.3 miles (4-minute walk). Exeter St Davids railway station 1.2 miles. Regular bus services from High Street (2-minute walk). Exeter Airport 8 miles with taxi/bus connections.
Nearby parking available
No on-site parking. Public car parks within 200m including Southernhay Gardens car park and John Lewis car park. Street parking available with time restrictions.
7 days minimum notice
Southernhay East
EX1 1QF, United Kingdom
A: Up to 200 guests in theatre style, 120 for dinner, 80 for boardroom
A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system, microphones and complimentary Wi-Fi
A: Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements catered for
A: On-site parking available, additional public parking nearby in Exeter city centre
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