Royal Clarence Hotel, Grade II listed hotel in Cathedral Yard, Exeter, England
The Royal Clarence Hotel is a listed building in Cathedral Yard with a reconstructed Georgian facade following a fire in 2016. The place is being transformed into 23 residential apartments with a restaurant and bar on the ground floor.
The place began as a lodging house in 1768 and received its royal designation in 1827 after a visit from Adelaide, Duchess of Clarence. These early years shaped its importance in British hospitality history.
The building displays features of medieval construction, including a timber-framed wall from the 15th century that shows early English building methods. These historical layers shape how the place looks and feels today.
The location sits at Cathedral Yard in the city center and is easy to reach on foot. It is worth checking on renovation progress, as the area may have temporary restrictions during work.
This building is recognized as the first property in England to use the term hotel in the modern sense. The designation marked a turning point in how travelers sought lodging and how hosts offered their services.
Location: Exeter
Inception: 1768
Address: Cathedral Yard, Exeter, EX1 1HD
Website: http://abodeexeter.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 50.72342,-3.53039
Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21
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