Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel

Queen St., Exeter EX43SP United Kingdom (GBR)
3.5 Star Property
50.725647 -3.533315
+1-800-219-2797
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  • Free comp. breakfast
  • 98 sleeping rooms in hotel
  • 4 floors in property
  • 2 suites in property
  • Check in: 14:00
  • Check out: 12:00
  • Hotel has a green policy
  • Group friendly rating of 8.6/10
  • 10 meeting rooms in property

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Local Attractions

Local AttractionsPicture House Cinema - 0.4 Miles Based in the centre of Exeter, this cinema shows all of the latest films with various special offers available. Exeter Cathedral - 0.3 Miles Undoubtedly one of the great cathedrals of England, and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture anywhere. Its visual beauty is a story in stone and glass, embroidery and wood of the faith that built it; a faith which is alive and well and can be experienced here every day. Westpoint Arena - 6.2 Miles The South West's leading venue for concerts, conferences, exhibitions and fairs, and also home of the Develop County Show in 2013. Crealy Great Adventure Park - 8.3 Miles A vibrant and welcoming visitor destination year-round, uniquely interpreting the legends of the area and famous for delivering great adventures. The family-owned theme park contains great rides and plenty of indoor and outdoor fun for a great day out. Exeter Quay - 0.6 Miles Quayside is one of the most attractive areas of t

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"Not perfect experience."
Overall Score3.0/ 5
Short staffed hence noone answered telephone Restaurant did not have advertised food, including from special menu Poor waiter did his best with no support until I complained Waiter and evening receptionist very helpful.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
17-Jun-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sun Jun 16 to Mon Jun 17 2024 at a £71.50 average nightly rate.
4.0 out of 5. Based on 445 guest reviews

Property Description

The four-star Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont hotel in Exeter is an elegant Victorian building situated near the city's railway station. It is one of the few hotels in Exeter and so serves as the ideal base from which to explore this historic city. You can walk straight into City Centre, with its fine shopping, Roman walls and beautiful Cathedral or visit the nearby Rougemont Gardens. Complimentary superfast Wi-Fi is available trhoughout the hotel. Rougemont Gardens were described by one Victorian writer as 'a gem set in the heart of Exeter'. The same description could easily be applied to Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont hotel, an elegant Victorian hotel situated opposite to Exeter Central train station and close to Exeter St Davids train station. As one of the few hotels near Exeter City Centre, you'll find the City's fine shopping and many ancient buildings, including its Roman walls and 12th Century Cathedral, just a short walk away. The Hotel is located ideally situated next to Exeter College and close to Exeter University. We have 98 bedrooms and Suites in the Hotel, Drakes Restaurant and Bar, Nelsons Lounge - a great place to enjoy traditional afternoon tea. The Hotel has the largest banquetting facilities in the centre of Exeter with 10 meeting rooms, the largest of which seats 300 people theatre-style, making us a popular choice for business meetings and seminars. With our elegant appointments and luxury setting, Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont hotel is also one of Exeter's leading wedding venues. Luxurious, comfortable and convenient – the perfect combination. Explore Exeter from our City Centre hotel and Exeter can be easily explored on foot, so you can safely leave the car in our limited on-site car parking, available at an additional charge. Just 200 yards from the hotel and in the heart of the city, Exeter Phoenix presents a unique and exciting contemporary programme of dance, theatre, live art, music, spoken word, film and visual art. The Hotel is situated just 2 minutes from Exeter High street and close to the PrincessHay and Guildhall shopping precincts along with the new John Lewis department store. At Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont you have a choice of dining right through the day and into the night. Relaxed and welcoming, our Drakes Restaurant has an enticing menu featuring home-cooked favourites and modern European dishes, complemented by an extensive wine list. Meanwhile, our Nelsons Lounge Bar serves a wide range of drinks, snacks and light meals in informal surroundings –perfect between meetings, after work or before dinner. And if you're starting early, or staying up late, our full room service menu means you can always get hold of a drink, snack or light meal, even out of hours. The luxury accommodations of the Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont Hotel are complemented with an array of meeting rooms and special events venues that are decidedly affordable for any budget. With 11 meeting rooms, Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont is one of the prime locations for conferences and business meetings near Exeter. Conveniently located in Exeter City centre with easy access to Exeter Central Rail Station and the main M5, Thistle Exeter, The Rougemont Hotel is perfectly suited for business meetings, corporate special events, board meetings and other events such as banquets and private dining. For guests and meeting attendees driving to Exeter, parking for 26 cars is available on site, with additional parking located nearby. The largest room, the Devonshire Suite, seats up to 250 theatre style or configurable in various styles for conferences or banqueting. We have 9 smaller rooms suitable for seminars, team briefings and board meetings, plus break-out areas where you can stretch your legs, chat informally and catch up on your messages. We offer a full range of food and drink during your time with us, including an expanded range of healthy options. Arrival drinks, elevenses, buffet lunches and afternoon tea can be served in your meeting room; you may also choose to use our Drakes Restaurant and Nelsons bar.

Green Sustainability

Thistle Environmental Policy whihc covers energy consumption, water conservation, waste management and responsible purchasing

Details / Other Expenses

Check In: 14:00
Check Out: 12:00
Year of Last Renovation: 2011
Floors: 4
Rooms: 98
Corridors: Both Interior and Exterior Hallways
Non Smoking Rooms: 98
Handicap Rooms:
Suites: 2
Room Windows: Windows Do Open
Cleaning Frequency: Daily
Meeting Rooms: 10 View Spaces
Meeting Space: 5556 sq. feet
Banquet Space: Holds 250 people
Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site
Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site
Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.3 Mi
Lounge/Bar Hours: 24 hours
Policies / Expenses
Cancellation:
2pm on day of arrival
Nightly Parking: 8.00
Typical Group Deposit: 30
Total Taxes: 20.00%
Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD
(mandatory resort fees/taxes)
Parking Fee: 8.00 Per Night
Avg. Continental Breakfast Cost: 10.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Breakfast Cost: 14.95 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: 14.95 Per Person
Avg. Plated Lunch Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Lunch Cost: 12.00 Per Person
Avg. Boxed Lunch Cost: 10.00 Per Person
Avg. Plated Dinner Cost: 18.00 Per Person
Avg. Buffet Dinner Cost: 15.00 Per Person
Morning Break Cost: 3.50 Per Person
Afternoon Break Cost: 3.50 Per Person
Banquet Gallon of Coffee: 15.00 Per Person
Banquet Soda: 12.00 Per Hour
Banquet Bottled Water: 8.00 Per Person
Banquet Reception w Hors d'oeuvres: 10.00 Per Person/Per Hour

Amenities / Features


  • Alarm clock
  • Baggage storage facilities
  • Breakfast in room
  • Central location
  • Child facilities
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Concierge service
  • Conference facilities
  • Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
  • Credit card accepted: American Express
  • Credit card accepted: Diners Club
  • Dinner available
  • Electronic key card
  • Express Check-Out
  • Facilities for the disabled
  • Hairdryer available
  • Central heating
  • Ice Maker
  • Internet - wireless
  • Free WiFi Internet
  • Ironing facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry valet service
  • Licensed bar
  • Movies in room
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24 hours opened
  • Pets allowed
  • Private bathroom in room
  • Private car parking
  • Radio in room
  • Restaurant
  • 24 hours room service
  • Safe in rooms
  • Shower
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Telephone
  • Telephone in all rooms
  • Television
  • TV - Free Cable
  • Voicemail

Airport & Shuttle Information

From Exeter Airport either by bus / car, join the A30 at Clyst Honiton towards Exeter. Follow signs to City Centre, pass the High Street on the left and keep going until you reach the roundabout by Exeter H.M. Prison. Turn left and at the next roundabout turn left again into Queen Street. Thistle Exeter City Centre is on the right, opposite Central Station. 15 minute taxi journey and cost £15.00 one way.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Yes! Pets are allowed.

About Mercure

  • Midscale hotel with warm, contemporary rooms
  • The Park Sleep & Fly offer includes 1 night acoomodations, airport transfer by shuttle service and up to 15 days of free parking
  • Coffee and tea tasting
  • Buffet breakfast with both local and international food items or the Express & Co. breakfast formula is served at the bar until noon. Enjoy a hot drink, a glass of orange juice, and some bread with jam, or other delicious pastries
  • Ready to Spa packages includes accommodation, breakfast, and one spa treatment
  • Great meeting space for any special occasion

The Mercure highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

    Day 1

  • Breakfast: The Exploding Bakery, a popular café known for its freshly baked pastries and artisan coffee, is located 0.3 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Lunch: The Plant Café, a trendy vegan restaurant offering a variety of plant-based dishes, is located 0.7 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Dinner: The Fat Pig, a cozy gastropub known for its delicious British cuisine, is located 0.5 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Activity: Exeter Cathedral, a stunning medieval cathedral with intricate architecture, is located 0.2 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Day 2

  • Breakfast: The Glorious Art House, a quirky café known for its artistic ambiance and delicious breakfast options, is located 0.6 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Lunch: The Hourglass, a traditional British pub offering classic pub food, is located 0.3 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Dinner: Harry's Restaurant, a stylish eatery serving modern European cuisine, is located 0.4 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Activity: Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery, a fascinating museum showcasing art, history, and natural sciences, is located 0.5 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Day 3

  • Breakfast: The Exploding Bakery, a popular café known for its freshly baked pastries and artisan coffee, is located 0.3 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Lunch: The Old Firehouse, a lively pub serving delicious pizzas and a wide selection of beers, is located 0.6 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Dinner: The Conservatory Restaurant, an elegant dining venue offering fine British cuisine, is located 0.8 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.
  • Activity: Exeter Quay, a picturesque waterfront area with shops, cafes, and boat trips, is located 1.2 miles from Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.

Previously known as:
Thistle Exeter

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel.

Feel free to use the Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Exeter event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Meeting Room Name L x W x H
(Meters)
Size
(sqm.)
Banquet
5'/6'
Banquet Space Layout
Crescent
Crescent Tables Layout
Classroom
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow
Square
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
8'/10'
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
Theater Layout
Reception
Reception Desk for Meeting
Regist.
Desk
Registration Desk for Meeting
Devonshire 19 x 11 x 3 229 250/250 200 120 60 60 84 15/12 -- 250 1
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Devonshire

Can be divided into two parts and has a divider in room.
Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
2464.9 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
19 x 11 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
10
Windows:
6
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
Yes
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£300.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£600.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£300.00 GBP
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Cavendish 18 x 9 x 4 166 150/120 60 60 60 60 65 10/8 150 150 1
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Cavendish

Room Type:
Ballroom
Total Size:
1786.8 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
18 x 9 x 4 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
2
Windows:
10
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
Yes
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£250.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£500.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£200.00 GBP
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Compton 18 x 5 x 2 107 50/40 38 36 38 38 45 10/8 110 50 1
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Compton

Can be divided into 3 smaller meeting rooms.
Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
107 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
18 x 5 x 2 Ft.
Floor Level:
1
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
0
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£200.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£400.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£200.00 GBP
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Derby 9 x 6 x 3 55 40/40 28 20 28 28 34 6/4 60 60 --
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Derby

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
592.0 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
9 x 6 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
4
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£200.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£400.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£175.00 GBP
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Burlington 5 x 5 x 3 34 --/-- 14 12 14 14 22 --/-- 40 20 --
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Burlington

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
366.0 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
5 x 5 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£150.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£300.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£150.00 GBP
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Chatsworth 5 x 5 x 3 32 --/-- 12 10 12 12 18 --/-- 30 -- --
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Chatsworth

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
344.4 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
5 x 5 x 3 M.
Floor Level:
Ground Level
Power Outlets:
6
Columns:
0
Windows:
2
Natural Light?:
Yes
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
  • Coffee/Tea Setup
  • Food/Beverage
  • Projection Equip.
  • TV/VCR/DVD
  • WIFI Internet
  • Podium
  • LAN Internet
  • Microphone
  • Teleconferencing
  • White Board
  • Video Conference
  • Flip Chart
  • Air Conditioning
  • Computer Rentals
  • Simultaneous Interpretation
  • Sound System
Half Day Rental:
£125.00 GBP
Full Day Rental:
£250.00 GBP
Evening Rental:
£125.00 GBP
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BURLINGTON ROOM 0 x 0 x 3 34 --/-- -- 12 -- 16 16 --/-- 40 40 --
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BURLINGTON ROOM

Room Type:
General Meeting Room
Total Size:
34 Sq. Mi
Dimensions:
0 x 0 x 3 Ft.
Floor Level:
Natural Light?:
No
Obstructions?
No
Built In Screens?
No
Built In Stage?
No
Built In A/V?
No
Amenities Available
    CHATSWORTH ROOM 0 x 0 x 3 33 --/-- -- 12 -- 12 12 --/-- 30 30 --
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    CHATSWORTH ROOM

    Room Type:
    General Meeting Room
    Total Size:
    33 Sq. Mi
    Dimensions:
    0 x 0 x 3 Ft.
    Floor Level:
    Natural Light?:
    No
    Obstructions?
    No
    Built In Screens?
    No
    Built In Stage?
    No
    Built In A/V?
    No
    Amenities Available
      DEVONSHIRE SUITE 0 x 0 x 3 229 --/-- -- 120 -- 60 84 --/-- 250 250 --
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      DEVONSHIRE SUITE

      Room Type:
      General Meeting Room
      Total Size:
      229 Sq. Mi
      Dimensions:
      0 x 0 x 3 Ft.
      Floor Level:
      Natural Light?:
      No
      Obstructions?
      No
      Built In Screens?
      No
      Built In Stage?
      No
      Built In A/V?
      No
      Amenities Available
        CAVENDISH SUITE 0 x 0 x 4 166 --/-- -- 40 150 40 64 --/-- 100 150 --
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        CAVENDISH SUITE

        Room Type:
        General Meeting Room
        Total Size:
        166 Sq. Mi
        Dimensions:
        0 x 0 x 4 Ft.
        Floor Level:
        Natural Light?:
        No
        Obstructions?
        No
        Built In Screens?
        No
        Built In Stage?
        No
        Built In A/V?
        No
        Amenities Available
          DERBY ROOM 0 x 0 x 3 55 --/-- -- 16 50 26 24 --/-- 50 50 --
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          DERBY ROOM

          Room Type:
          General Meeting Room
          Total Size:
          55 Sq. Mi
          Dimensions:
          0 x 0 x 3 Ft.
          Floor Level:
          Natural Light?:
          No
          Obstructions?
          No
          Built In Screens?
          No
          Built In Stage?
          No
          Built In A/V?
          No
          Amenities Available
            COMPTON ROOM 0 x 0 x 2 107 --/-- -- 30 100 24 42 --/-- 100 100 --
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            COMPTON ROOM

            Room Type:
            General Meeting Room
            Total Size:
            107 Sq. Mi
            Dimensions:
            0 x 0 x 2 Ft.
            Floor Level:
            Natural Light?:
            No
            Obstructions?
            No
            Built In Screens?
            No
            Built In Stage?
            No
            Built In A/V?
            No
            Amenities Available

              FAQs about Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel

              What time is check in?

              Check in time is 14:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

              What time is check out?

              Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

              How many rooms does Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel have?

              There are 98 sleeping rooms in the hotel.

              Is there any meeting space at Mercure Exeter Rougemont Hotel?

              Yes, they have 10 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

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