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
Dining
Front of property
Lobby sitting area
Family Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi
Located near University of Exeter, The Telstar welcomes travelers with its warm atmosphere and inviting lobby fireplace. Guests can relax in the beautiful garden, enjoy the terrace, or sip drinks at the bar. In-room WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Standard Single Room, Shared Bathroom (Small)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Executive Single Room, Private Bathroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Family Room, Private Bathroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room, Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Suite, Private Bathroom (2 adults 2 children)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Exeter is home to The Telstar. City Wall and Rougemont Castle are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Harlequins Shopping Centre and Gandy Street. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Clip 'n Climb or Sandy Park Rugby Stadium.
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77 St. Davids Hill, Exeter, England, EX4 4DW

What's nearby

  • University of Exeter - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Exeter Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Exeter Northcott Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Spacex - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Imperial - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mill on the Exe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Thatched House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Exploding Bakery - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Clock Tower Fish Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Telstar

Hotel near University of Exeter
Consider a stay at The Telstar and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, a water dispenser, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and have amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Tubs or showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels and DVD players
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

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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
  • 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 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 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Telstar Hotel
The Telstar Exeter
The Telstar Hotel Exeter

Frequently asked questions

Is The Telstar pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 12.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Telstar?

As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Telstar on Nov 1, 2025 start from $87.49, 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.

How much is parking at The Telstar?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Telstar?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Telstar?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Telstar located?

Situated in Exeter, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Exeter, Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery, and RAMM. Gandy Street and Harlequins Shopping Centre are also within 10 minutes. Exeter St David's Station is only a 4-minute walk and Exeter Central Station is 8 minutes.

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