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The Telstar

2.5 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near University of Exeter

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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 parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Reception 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
  • Bath or shower
  • Digital TV service
The current price is £82
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a red and white plaid pillow, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, and a carpeted floor.

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

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

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Room, Private Bathroom

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

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

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room, Private Bathroom Room #1&2 | Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

Twin Room, Private Bathroom Room #1&2

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a bedside table, a nightstand, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, Private Bathroom | Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with two single beds, a nightstand with a telephone, a dresser, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Triple Room, Private Bathroom Room #9

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, free WiFi, individually decorated, individually furnished

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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a teal pillow, a wall-mounted light fixture, and a framed picture on the wall.

Single Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Basic Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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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
  • Princesshay - 11 min walk - 1.0 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
  • ‪Exeter Phoenix - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Telstar

  • At The Telstar, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of University of Exeter and 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 travellers 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 and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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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 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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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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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 on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
    • On-site 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 reception
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1900
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace at reception
  • 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

  • Bath or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • 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 checkout can be arranged for an extra charge

Pets

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

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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 that you 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 spaces 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 social distancing 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. Travellers 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

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The breakfast at this property offers a lovely selection of options, including vegan and gluten-free choices, and is served in a welcoming atmosphere. (131 reviews)
  • The restaurant at this property offers delicious food, a lovely breakfast, and a charming courtyard with bistro seating. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Very friendly and helpful staff.
Shaun, 1-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.
Jonathan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

very good stay feel wellcome here good friend feel wellcome here staff very good care good breakfast come again very clean feel welcome here
danel, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Kind and polite staff
Ada, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful and friendly and this made us feel welcomed and nothing was too much trouble. The room was lovely and clean and is on a convenient location being close to the train station and city centre.
Amanda, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place with kind staff and a great breakfast! My go-to accommodation in Exeter
George, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cosy rooms and lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff. Could not fault our stay.
Heather, 1-night trip
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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
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, comfy beds, nice bathroom. Very responsive, lovely breakfast and great location.
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service and breakfast
Mark, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Lovely staff and awesome breakfast
Sarah, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Stayed one night for music event nearby. Location perfect for walking into city centre & train station. Very clean, food good, beds super comfy. Kettle, tea, coffee & towels all available to use in our room. Staff very friendly & attentive. Parking at rear was FOC - nice perk! Very quiet at night - our room was at rear. After returning from our gig on a cold wet April night, it was so so nice to open the front door and the central heating had been put on. 😊
Gillian, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Room was small, had musty smell but breakfast was okay. Staff very helpful
Usha, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely room for solo traveller. Staff helpful and great greakfast.
Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was great!
Mx A N, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely friendly staff and the breakfast was excellent
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, helpful and hospitable !
kay, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly. Room was comfortable and warm with a lovely view. Breakfast is top class.
David, 1-night trip
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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
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff and a great breakfast !!
Martin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This was perfect for a uni visit stay. Excellent location close to the station and town centre. The building is a fantastic Victorian villa with lots of quirky original features and decorated really nicely. The staff are really welcoming. Breakfast was really good and included in our rooom rare which is a bargain! We stayed in 2 rooms and the beds were really comfy. Room has everything you need though bring your own hairdryer if you have thick/long hair. Shower is fine - not overly strong but these rooms are sympathetically styled into an old Victorian building - don't expect a walk in shower with rain attachment! Would absolutely recommend and will definitely stay again.
Lynsey, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff very welcoming and clean room with a very nice breakfast.
Stephen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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