Transcorp Hotels Event Centre

The Metropolitan Hotel Calabar Event Centre—formerly known as Transcorp Hotels Calabar—stands as the city’s premier hub for upscale corporate gatherings and grand social celebrations. Situated along the central Murtala Muhammed Highway, this modern, multi-functional facility features three distinct, column-free venues capable of hosting over 2,300 guests across a total footprint exceeding 8,300 square feet.The crown jewel of the complex is the expansive Pearl Ballroom, a 4,574-square-foot hall designed for high-profile summits and large-scale weddings of up to 800 people. For mid-sized exhibitions and receptions, the 3,390-square-foot Diamond Ballroom offers a sophisticated backdrop for 700 theatre-style attendees. Smaller corporate functions and boardroom strategy sessions find an ideal home in the intimate, 430-square-foot Jade Room.Every hall is engineered with premium acoustic paneling, state-of-the-art audiovisual systems, integrated stage lighting, and powerful central air conditioning. Backed by uninterrupted industrial generators, the venue ensures flawless event execution. Clients benefit from bespoke gourmet catering packages delivered directly by the hotel's expert culinary team, 24-hour security, and a massive, secure parking lot. Its strategic location just ten minutes from the airport makes it uniquely convenient for hosting international delegates and out-of-town guests.