Réunion is much more than a holiday destination in the Indian Ocean; it also offers a dynamic environment for business events and conferences.
A destination at the crossroads of the world
Located between Africa and Asia in the Indian Ocean, Réunion enjoys a central geographical position. Thanks to Roland Garros airport and the many direct flights linking the intense island to other destinations, Réunion is easily accessible, making it a natural focal point for large-scale events.
What better way to organise a corporate seminar than in the unique setting of Réunion? Whether your guests come from Europe, Africa or Asia, they will appreciate the island’s cultural diversity, a reflection of its multicultural history. Organising a conference in La Réunion is a destination that is both exotic and practical, offering your participants a memorable experience.
Breathtaking scenery and an exceptional natural setting
After an intense day of meetings or conferences, Réunion offers a unique setting in which to recharge your batteries. Imagine post-conference breaks or activities amid breathtaking scenery: 3 emblematic cirques (Mafate, Cilaos and Salazie), tropical beaches with the mountains as a backdrop and the famous Piton de Neige and Piton de La Fournaise, one of the most active volcanoes in the world. Excursions can be organised to discover the island’s natural treasures, while strengthening team cohesion within your event.
A rich local culture
As well as its unique natural setting, Réunion is also renowned for its cultural diversity. Let your guests discover a multi-cultural island, with a diverse gastronomy, colourful markets and a warm, friendly atmosphere. Let them taste local specialities such as Creole curry, and let them soak up the island’s warm atmosphere. For your seminars in our hotels, discover the Creole cuisine showcased in each of our restaurants. Organising a seminar in Réunion means offering your participants an experience rich in human and cultural discoveries. Vien a zot découv nout l’île !
First-class facilities for international events
Saint-Denis, the economic and administrative capital of Réunion, is a real magnet for organising international conferences, seminars and business events. It boasts modern facilities that are perfectly suited to the needs of businesses. Here is a list of the main conference centres and business facilities in Saint-Denis, which make the city an essential destination for your events:
1. NORDEV – Réunion Exhibition and Convention Centre
The NORDEV Exhibition Centre is the main infrastructure dedicated to major events in Saint-Denis. Located close to the town centre and airport, this multi-purpose venue can host large-scale conventions, trade fairs, exhibitions and conferences.
The Exsel Créolia hotel is ideally located, close to Nordev, and is ideal for accommodating participants and exhibitors.
Capacity: NORDEV has several modular halls that can accommodate up to 2,500 participants.
Facilities : Meeting rooms, auditoriums equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, exhibition areas, on-site catering.
Benefits: Easily accessible, just 15 minutes from the airport, this venue is ideal for international events with a large flow of participants.
2. Cité des Arts
The Cité des Arts is a unique, multi-purpose venue that combines art and culture with modular spaces for organising professional events. Located in the heart of Saint-Denis, it offers an inspiring setting for your seminars and conferences.
Capacity: Rooms for up to 800 people.
Facilities: Conference rooms, auditoriums, exhibition halls, outdoor areas for cocktails or receptions.
Benefits: Its creative setting and stimulating atmosphere make it an ideal venue for events combining creativity and professionalism.
3. Le MOCA – MOntgaillard Culture et Arts
Located in the heights of Montgaillard, Le Moca (MOntgaillard Culture et Arts) is a place steeped in history. It is listed as a Historic Monument. Set in 13 hectares of wooded parkland, just a few minutes from the town of Saint-Denis, Le Moca is a former pleasure estate that has been converted into a seminar centre, combining sleek contemporary design with the charm of a wonderful historical heritage. The estate hosts a wide range of events. For further information, please contact Région Réunion.
The Exsel Créolia hotel, nestling in Montgaillard on the heights of Saint-Denis, is ideally located close to the prestigious MOCA. This privileged location makes it a perfect option for event organisers wishing to combine this exceptional site with four-star accommodation in Saint-Denis.
Capacity: Up to 400 people.
Facilities : Fully equipped meeting rooms, exhibition space, access to catering services.
Benefits: MOCA offers an elegant and artistic atmosphere, ideal for events seeking an exclusive ambience.
4. Théâtre Champ Fleuri
For a slightly more unusual and prestigious setting, the Théâtre Champ Fleuri offers facilities perfectly suited to congresses or conferences requiring an environment that is both formal and inspiring.
Capacity: Auditorium for up to 1,000 people.
Facilities : Rehearsal rooms that can be used as sub-committee rooms, audiovisual and technical equipment, modern stage for presentations or shows.
Benefits: A unique setting that can add an artistic dimension to your events, ideal for product launches or creative conferences.
Would you like to organise a conference or seminar with a tailor-made hotel service? When you choose Exsel Hôtels, you benefit from local expertise and hotels with fully-equipped seminar rooms ready to host your professional events.
Exsel Créolia : your ideal conference hotel
Located in Saint-Denis, the island’s dynamic capital, the Exsel Créolia hotel stands out as an ideal establishment for organising your congresses and conferences. With its modular, well-equipped meeting rooms, the Exsel Créolia is ready to meet the most demanding requirements of organisers. The hotel offers conference capacity, with dedicated areas able to accommodate several hundred participants in elegant surroundings.
As well as the professional aspect, your guests can enjoy the comfort of a 4-star hotel with uninterrupted ocean views and top-of-the-range catering. Specialised accommodation packages are also available for companies wishing to extend their stay at the hotel. A conference hotel in Saint-Denis that combines professional services with moments of relaxation.
Accommodation solutions all over the island with Exsel Hôtels
Exsel Hôtels, with its various establishments throughout the island, offers a varied range of conference accommodation. Whether in the North, West or South, our hotels offer exemplary quality of service to welcome your guests from the four corners of the world.
So why wait? Choose Exsel Hôtels for all your events in Réunion!
Choosing La Réunion for your international conferences is the perfect combination of professionalism, relaxation and exoticism. The Exsel Créolia hotel, along with all the other hotels in the Exsel group, offers you the best accommodation and organisational solutions to ensure the success of your event.
Make your conference an unforgettable experience, in a setting that’s both modern and exotic, with the Exsel Hotels group.
