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The Telstar

2.5 star property

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Dining
Lobby sitting area
Family Room, Private Bathroom
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Explore the area

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77 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, England, EX4 4DW
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Exeter Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Exeter's Historic Quayside
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a kettle, a mirror, a television, a window with curtains, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

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 Room #10&15

Double Room, Private Bathroom Room #10&15

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

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

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

View all photos for Twin Room, Private Bathroom Room #1&2

Twin Room, Private Bathroom Room #1&2

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

View all photos for Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom

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

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

View all photos for Triple Room, Private Bathroom Room #9

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

View all photos for Family Suite, Private Bathroom (2 adults 2 children) Room #4&5

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (2 adults 2 children) Room #4&5

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Single Room

Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Single Room

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

About the area

Exeter

At The Telstar you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of University of Exeter and within 15 minutes of Exeter Cathedral. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include free newspapers in the lobby, a fireplace in the lobby and luggage storage. On weekday mornings cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Exeter hotel include Exeter's Historic Quayside and Dartmoor National Park.

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 St David's Station - 4 min walk
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Telstar

As a guest of The Telstar, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The Telstar also features a fireplace in the lobby, a front desk safe, and a water dispenser. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Exeter hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1900
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
The Telstar offers 21 accommodations with DVD players and a hairdryer. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Exeter hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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 lift

More

  • Built in 1900
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately GBP 10.00 for adults and from 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

The Telstar Hotel
The Telstar Exeter
The Telstar Hotel Exeter

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Telstar?

The Telstar offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Telstar?

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Telstar on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$190, including 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.

Is parking available at The Telstar?

Yep, The Telstar has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to The Telstar?

The closest beach to The Telstar is Devon Cliffs Beach (17.4 km).

Does The Telstar serve breakfast?

Yeah, our travelers can't get enough of the cooked-to-order brekkie here! Served on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Telstar?

No, The Telstar does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Telstar?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Telstar Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 431 out of 637 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 637 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 637 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 637 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 637 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good stay feel wellcome here good friend feel wellcome here staff very good care good breakfast come again very clean feel welcome here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely place with kind staff and a great breakfast! My go-to accommodation in Exeter
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cosy rooms and lovely atmosphere and wonderful staff. Could not fault our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amr

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely room, comfy beds, nice bathroom. Very responsive, lovely breakfast and great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Usha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was small, had musty smell but breakfast was okay. Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location. Lovely staff and awesome breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room for solo traveller. Staff helpful and great greakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mx A N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly, helpful and hospitable !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff and the breakfast was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Room was comfortable and warm with a lovely view. Breakfast is top class.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very dated decor ( not necessarily Victorian!) so many higgldy pickdly steps and differing floor levels all over the place. Was a pleasant stay but definitely not for anyone with mobility concern.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value for money and so handy for Exeter St David'd
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a great breakfast !!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well located for trains/shops and University
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place for a visit to Exeter Uni open day. Great full English breakfast set us up for a full day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room and hotel was not like the photos. Blinds had stain on them and did not fully close. The skirting boards, picture rail and around the door handles was filthy. The lady sorting the breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very welcoming and clean room with a very nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, cafetiere and ground coffee in the room, very nice staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and accommodating hosts, thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025