Eat, Drink & Be Merry
this festive season
Choose The Devon Hotel for your Christmas celebrations and you’ll discover why we have a reputation as one of the very best venues in Exeter.
We offer everything from work parties, a festive lunch with all the family, Boxing Day celebrations, and the big Christmas Day lunch, to a luxurious festive break in our stylish rooms. Serving up delicious food is what we do best, so soak up the festive cheer and enjoy the most wonderful time of year!
Discover our festive celebrations
Open Party Nights 2026
Our Open Party Nights bring together over 200 guests for a night of great food, great music and a great party atmosphere.
So dress to impress, wear your dancing shoes and celebrate the festive season with us.
We welcome party sizes of 2-60 guests.
Arrival 6.30pm - 7.30pm
- if you're staying with us you can check in from 3pm and sneak in an early cocktail. Stay over from £47.50pp
Dinner 7.15pm - 9.45pm
Dancing 9.45pm - 00.30am
If you're feeling daunted by the task of organising your works party, don't! Our real life Christmas helpers are here to make it as easy as possible.
We will even make up place cards for you. When it comes to collecting your orders we have an easy online pre-ordering system to take away the stress.
The only thing we can't do is fix your broken stilettos after a night of throwing shapes on the dance floor.
From £48 pp
Includes a 3 course dinner and disco
Book your date now and pay nothing until September.
Available Dates
- Saturday 28th November - £48 pp
- Friday 4th December - £48 pp
- Saturday 5th December - £48 pp
- Friday 11th December - £52 pp
- Saturday 12th December - £52 pp
- Friday 18th December - £48 pp
- Saturday 19th December - £48 pp
See Our Party Menu Here
Private Party Nights 2026
If you would like your own private suite to host your Christmas Party, then look no further.
Your suite is decorated to impress, has a private bar and dance floor so that you can show off your best moves!
We can host private party sizes from 50 - 80 party goers.
Arrival 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Start the evening with a glass of bubbly at your own private drinks reception
- if you're staying with us you can check in from 3pm and sneak in an early cocktail. Stay over from £47.50pp
Dinner 7.30pm - 9.45pm
Dancing 9.45pm - 00.30am
Our Christmas helpers are on hand to make sure booking with us is as easy as possible. We will even make place cards for you.
You are welcome to add your own personal touches to the suite, and there is even a large screen TV if you wanted to show off your best photos of 2026.
£46 pp
Includes bubbly on arrival, a 3 course served dinner and disco
Book your date now and pay nothing until September.
Available Dates
- Saturday 28th November
- Friday 4th December
- Saturday 5th December
- Friday 11th December
- Saturday 12th December
- Friday 18th December
- Saturday 19th December
See Our Party Menu Here
Festive Menu Lunch and Dinner
If you are wanting to celebrate with friends or work colleagues in a truly festive atmosphere, we are the go to place in Exeter.
Enjoy a delicious 3 course festive lunch in Carriages Brasserie, The Devon Hotel.
We welcome party sizes of 1-100
Lunch - Available Monday - Saturday 12.00pm - 2.15pm
Dinner - Available Monday - Thursday 6.00pm - 9.00pm
From Monday 16th November
£34 pp
Includes a 3 course lunch, Christmas cracker, festive atmosphere and free parking.
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See Our Menu
Festive Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an extra special Christmas treat as you indulge in our festive afternoon tea.
An assortment of seasonal finger sandwiches, a carefully curated selection of festive sweet treats. Served with a tea or coffee.
Available
Monday - Thursday 12 pm - 5 pm
Friday & Saturday 12 pm - 3 pm
From Monday 16th November
£21.50 pp
Christmas Day Lunch
The Big Day!
Celebrate Christmas Day in style with beautiful festive surroundings and a truly special atmosphere await.
Whether you are gathering with family or celebrating with close friends, Christmas Day at The Devon Hotel is the perfect way to relax, indulge and create cherished memories together.
Adults £175 pp
Children 0–2 years | £35
Children 3–7 years | £55
Children 8–12 years | £87.50
Boxing Day Lunch
Join us on Boxing Day for lunch in our Carriages Brasserie, which is renowned for it's elegant ambience and exceptional cuisine. You can enjoy a selection of succulent roasts, and an array of seasonal vegetables and decadent desserts. The warm and inviting atmosphere, paired with attentive service, ensures a memorable post-Christmas celebration.
Adults £65 pp
Child 0-2 Years | £16
Child 3-7 Years | £24.50
Child 8-12 Years | £29.50
Bookings 12pm - 1.15pm
New Year's Eve Celebration
Gather friends and family as you kick start the new year with a bang with our New Year's Eve Extravaganza. Our black-tie dinner and dance has something for everyone. Enjoy Champagne on arrival, a 7-course dinner including our seafood buffet, and our resident DJ who will really get the party started.
£145 pp
Make it the very best by adding an overnight stay.
Christmas Breaks
Let us take care of everything this Christmas and New Year. Retreat to the heart of Devon for the festive season and enjoy charming accommodation, mouthwatering cuisine, attentive service and the natural beauty of Devon.
Book your festive celebration
Call our friendly team 01392 259268 or email [email protected] to book your Christmas celebration.
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