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The Telstar

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Exeter

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Single Room, Private Bathroom (Very Small) | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Dining
Family Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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77 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, England, EX4 4DW
  • University of Exeter
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Exeter Cathedral
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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Room options

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

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (2 adults 2 children)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Family Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Exeter

Located within a 5-minute walk of University of Exeter, The Telstar is within a 15-minute stroll of Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery. This hotel has 21 rooms and welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • University of Exeter - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spacex - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Exeter Northcott Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Exeter St David's Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Imperial - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Exploding Bakery - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys Exeter - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mill on the Exe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Telstar

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Exeter
A local mainstay since 1900, The Telstar offers free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a water dispenser, a fireplace in the lobby, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players. Other amenities include portable fans, hair dryers, and desks.

Languages

English, French, Lithuanian, Polish, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • DVD player

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1900
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • A late check-out fee will be charged
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

The Telstar Hotel
The Telstar Exeter
The Telstar Hotel Exeter

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Telstar?

The Telstar offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Telstar?

As of Apr 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Telstar on Apr 29, 2025 start from $89.75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of The Telstar?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Exeter, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery, Gandy Street, and RAMM. You'll also find Exeter Phoenix Centre and Exeter Cathedral less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Telstar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Telstar have a casino?

No, The Telstar doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Telstar?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Telstar?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a bar and a terrace.

Does The Telstar have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Telstar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Telstar offers a cooked-to-order breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Telstar allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Telstar for a fee of GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at The Telstar?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to The Telstar?

The closest major airport to The Telstar is Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), which is 11.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Telstar?

No, at The Telstar, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Telstar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 348 out of 519 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 519 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 519 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 519 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 519 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Radoslaw

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The telstar was very good value for money, with nicely decorated breakfast and living room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

E A

Liked: Staff & service

Pretty good

There was a problem with the room, but the staff sorted it quickly and made sure I was looked after in the meantime. Really good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The owners and staff were amazing and did everything they could to make ones stay perfect. The food was delicious and well presented, plus special diets were all covered. All jolly friendly and attentive. Love the quirky decorations. It was so good there that I am thinking of booking my whole family in next year for our annual get-together. Only one other comment - your cleaner needs to be more thorough. I was in the single room (16?) and some areas were extremely dusty, like the top of the wall light for instance. I left a full feed-back sheet in the room and I hope the cleaner handed it in and didn't tear it up because of what she might have read! Maybe it willl give her a nudge in the right direction! A big thank you to Telstar - i have already recommended you to friends who visit Exeter every year.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Zekiye

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Overall it was good

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Corbett

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay such a warm friendly place and the breakfast was lush,will definitely be staying again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very homely and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Back again.

Hi all This is my 2nd visit to the Telstar and it won't be my last. A short walk to the town and not far from the university to see my daughter. Fantastic breakfast, great staff very clean and cosy.👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Diogo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was super helpful with tips of things to do in the city and also by allowing me to store my bag after checking out. The breakfast was very good, and the location is convenient, close to the train station and within walking distance to the city center.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tat Ming

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and good service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant little hotel. Perfect for what I needed. Friendly and helpful staff. Clean room and good breakfast. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Eileen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place, walking distance from the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Glen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent — as always

Another excellent stay, in all respects; thanks a lot.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024