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Contemporary 4-star hotel in Exeter city centre with versatile meeting rooms and modern amenities for business events.
The Mercure Southgate Hotel is a stylish 4-star property located in the heart of Exeter city centre, offering contemporary accommodation and professional meeting facilities. The hotel features flexible conference and meeting spaces suitable for corporate events, training sessions, and social gatherings for up to 150 delegates. With modern AV equipment, complimentary WiFi throughout, and dedicated event coordination, the venue provides everything needed for successful business meetings. The central location offers easy access to Exeter's historic attractions, shopping areas, and transport links, making it an ideal base for delegates combining business with leisure.
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| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Southgate Suite | 85 | 120 | 40 | 35 | 60 | |
Executive Boardroom | 35 | 25 | 16 | 12 | 15 |
2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people
Professional Hotel space
Full catering service available
Exeter Central railway station 0.3 miles; Exeter St Davids railway station 1 mile; Regular bus services nearby; Exeter Airport 6 miles; London connections via direct trains
Nearby parking available
Public car parks within 200 metres including Southgate multi-storey car park. On-street parking available with restrictions during business hours.
7 days minimum notice
Southgate
EX2 6LB, United Kingdom
A: Up to 150 guests theatre style, 80 cabaret style, 60 boardroom style
A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi included
A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment breaks
A: On-site parking available with 80 spaces, additional street parking nearby
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