1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedThe 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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Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Currently closed for reconstruction
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Cathedral Yard, Exeter, EX1 1HD, United Kingdom
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Royal Clarence Hotel is a verified hotel in Exeter, hosting up to 200 guests, with day delegate rates from £130. Its genome scores highest 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.
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Up to 120 guests for events in various configurations
Standard AV equipment including projector, sound system and Wi-Fi available
Full catering services available with in-house restaurant
Limited on-site parking available, public car parks nearby
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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