Royal Clarence Hotel
Royal Clarence Hotel has meeting and event spaces.
- Up to 120 delegates
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The Royal Clarence Hotel was a historic landmark hotel located in the heart of Exeter's Cathedral Quarter, directly overlooking Exeter Cathedral. Originally built in 1769, it held the distinction of being England's first hotel to be called a 'hotel' rather than an inn. The building was tragically destroyed by a major fire in October 2016. The site is currently undergoing extensive redevelopment to create new luxury accommodation and commercial spaces, with plans to restore this iconic location to its former prominence in Exeter's hospitality landscape.
Best suited for
- conferences
- meetings
- training
- corporate dinners
- seminars
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
Provenance shown for every factPricing & 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
- WiFi
- Catering
- AV Equipment
- Meeting Rooms
- Parking
- Historic Setting
- City Center Location
AV & production
Accessibility
Always confirm specific access requirements with our team — we check on your behalf.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Step-free access to main areas
Location & getting there
Cathedral Yard, Exeter, EX1 1HD, United Kingdom
Venue Intelligence™
Every rating below is computed from verified platform data — never marketing copy.
Royal Clarence Hotel is a verified hotel in Exeter, hosting up to 200 guests. Its profile rates most strongly for Corporate, Historic, Hybrid Ready. Verified on-site: wi-fi, av & production, food & catering, bedrooms. Best suited to corporate conferences and board meetings.
Best for: corporate conferences and board meetings, memorable events in a heritage setting, hybrid and streamed 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 & production✓ Verified
- Food & catering✓ Verified
- Bedrooms✓ Verified
- SustainabilityNot listed
- Accessibility✓ Verified
Venue IQ™
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- Oct 2025Venue verified and listed
Added to the InternationalVenues.com verified directory.
- Oct 2025Photography refreshed — 4 images
Latest venue imagery reviewed and published.
Frequently asked
What is the capacity of Royal Clarence Hotel's largest event space?
Royal Clarence Hotel can host up to 120 guests in its largest event space.
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests for events in various configurations
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, sound system and Wi-Fi available
Is catering available?
Full catering services available with in-house restaurant
Is there parking available?
Limited on-site parking available, public car parks nearby
About Royal Clarence Hotel
The Royal Clarence Hotel was a historic landmark hotel located in the heart of Exeter's Cathedral Quarter, directly overlooking Exeter Cathedral. Originally built in 1769, it held the distinction of being England's first hotel to be called a 'hotel' rather than an inn. The building was tragically destroyed by a major fire in October 2016. The site is currently undergoing extensive redevelopment to create new luxury accommodation and commercial spaces, with plans to restore this iconic location to its former prominence in Exeter's hospitality landscape.
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