1 photosImages not verified1 photosImages not verifiedThe Empress Hotel is a distinguished Victorian hotel located on Douglas's iconic Central Promenade, directly overlooking the Irish Sea. This historic property offers elegant meeting and conference facilities alongside traditional hotel accommodation. The venue features multiple function rooms suitable for business meetings, conferences, and private events, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom sessions to larger gatherings of up to 120 delegates. The hotel's prime seafront location provides stunning sea views and easy access to Douglas town centre, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure visitors to the Isle of Man.
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| Space | Theatre | Cabaret | Boardroom | Classroom | U-shape | Banquet | Reception |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Conference Room | 80 | — | 24 | 40 | 30 | — | — |
| Smaller Meeting Room | 25 | — | 12 | 16 | 15 | — | — |
Day delegate rate from the venue’s published pricing. Exact quotes confirmed on your proposal.
Includes: Room hire, Basic AV.
Half day, full day and evening rates available on request.
Bespoke menus and exclusive-use packages for private events.
Meeting room hire and accommodation packages available. Contact hotel directly for current rates and availability.
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Central Promenade, Douglas, IM2 4LZ, United Kingdom
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The Empress Hotel is a verified hotel in Douglas, hosting up to 120 guests, with day delegate rates from £110. Its genome scores highest for Historic, Corporate, Accessibility. 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, fully accessible events.
Sustainability credentials are not yet evidenced in the profile data.
Up to 120 guests for events, various room configurations available
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Full catering services available with in-house restaurant, customizable menus for all dietary requirements
On-site parking available for guests, additional street parking nearby
The Empress Hotel is a distinguished Victorian hotel located on Douglas's iconic Central Promenade, directly overlooking the Irish Sea. This historic property offers elegant meeting and conference facilities alongside traditional hotel accommodation. The venue features multiple function rooms suitable for business meetings, conferences, and private events, with capacities ranging from intimate boardroom sessions to larger gatherings of up to 120 delegates. The hotel's prime seafront location provides stunning sea views and easy access to Douglas town centre, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure visitors to the Isle of Man.
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