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The Telstar

2.5 star property
Exeter hotel with bar/lounge

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Nestled near University of Exeter, The Telstar offers a warm and inviting atmosphere with a fireplace in the lobby. Enjoy the beautiful garden, unwind on the terrace or grab a drink at the bar while staying connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Communal living room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Water dispenser
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • DVD player
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Digital TV service
The current price is $86
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8

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Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (2 adults 2 children)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
77 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, England, EX4 4DW

What's nearby

  • University of Exeter - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Exeter Phoenix Centre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Exeter Cathedral - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Exeter St David's Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter Central Station - 7 min walk
  • Exeter (EXS-Exeter St Thomas Train Station) - 17 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Imperial - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mill on the Exe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Exploding Bakery - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Telstar

  • The Telstar puts you within a 15-minute drive of Dartmoor National Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Water dispenser

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1900
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 5.0 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International

Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

The Telstar Hotel

The Telstar Exeter

The Telstar Hotel Exeter

Frequently asked questions

Does The Telstar offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Telstar does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Telstar?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at The Telstar?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Telstar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Telstar and nearby?

The Telstar has a garden.

What's the area around The Telstar like?

The Telstar is a short 4-minute walk from Exeter St David's Station and 4 minutes' walk from University of Exeter. Travelers recommend the hotel for its walkable location.

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Reviews

The Telstar Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised for its excellent quality, variety, and options, including vegetarian and vegan choices. (129 reviews)
  • Free parking was a great bonus and a convenient perk for guests. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such an amazing place to stay, food was so good and staff were so helpful. It is near the station and the university of Exeter.
joan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.
Jonathan, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Kind and polite staff
Ada, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with kind staff and a great breakfast! My go-to accommodation in Exeter
George, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice clean room, even had a small balcony! Superb location - 10 minutes walk from Exeter St. David's Railway Station, and only a 10 minute walk into Exeter City Centre. Staff very helpful and friendly, and the breakfast was excellent.
Shaun, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy rooms and lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff. Could not fault our stay.
Heather, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy bed, spotlessly clean toilet. Beautiful view from the window. Very friendly staff showing the place and explaining the stay. Very nice breakfast is a definite bonus
Amr, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Room was small, had musty smell but breakfast was okay. Staff very helpful
Usha, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, comfy beds, nice bathroom. Very responsive, lovely breakfast and great location.
Christine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and breakfast
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Lovely room for solo traveller. Staff helpful and great greakfast.
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Lovely staff and awesome breakfast
Sarah, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful and hospitable !
kay, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great!
Mx A N, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The price was good. Staff very friendly and helpful. The room was clean but small and we had to open our bags on the beds. Free parking was good. The breakfast was good.
P, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly. Room was comfortable and warm with a lovely view. Breakfast is top class.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly staff and the breakfast was excellent
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place for a visit to Exeter Uni open day. Great full English breakfast set us up for a full day.
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and a great breakfast !!
Martin, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff very welcoming and clean room with a very nice breakfast.
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spotlessly clean! I’ve never stayed anywhere with a shared bathroom before but it was absolutely no issue. Very cosy room and welcoming. Breakfast was great. We slept so well. Would stay again
Katie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great breakfast, cafetiere and ground coffee in the room, very nice staff.
Hazel, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed in the basic single room which was comfortable and adequate for one night.
Simon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The triple room was clean and ensuite. Friendly and helpful staff. Free parking that was a great bonus. Lovely vegan breakfast and had gluten free options. Would recommend.
Sue, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Brillaint stay, the hotel is quirky, and we had a wonderful breakfast, extra thanks to the breakfast staff.
neil, 1-night trip