Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 4 min walk
Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 5 min walk
Kidston Island Lighthouse - 7 min walk
Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 8 min walk
Bell Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive
Getting around
Sydney, NS (YQY) - 67 min drive
Restaurants
Tom's Pizza - 1 min walk
The Freight Shed - 5 min walk
Red Barn Gift Shop & Restaurant - 8 min drive
Lynwood Inn Restaraunt - 2 min walk
Bell-Buoy Restaurant & Supper House - 4 min walk
About this property
Telegraph House
Telegraph House is a great choice for a stay in Baddeck. For a bite to eat, guests can visit The Cable Room, which serves dinner. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
31 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
Built in 1860
Terrace
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
The Cable Room – This restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03141515326303161-479
Also known as
Telegraph House Inn Baddeck
Telegraph House Inn
Telegraph House Baddeck
Telegraph House
Telegraph House Hotel Baddeck
Telegraph House Baddeck, Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island
Telegraph House Hotel
Telegraph House Hotel Baddeck Nova Scotia - Cape Breton Island
Telegraph House Hotel
Telegraph House Baddeck
Telegraph House Hotel Baddeck
Frequently asked questions
Does Telegraph House offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Telegraph House 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 Telegraph House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Telegraph House?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Telegraph House?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
Are there restaurants at or near Telegraph House?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, The Cable Room.
What's the area around Telegraph House like?
Telegraph House is a short 4-minute walk from Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and 5 minutes' walk from Kidston Island Beach Ferry.
Telegraph House Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Alicia
Alicia, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2024
Excellent accommodation and area.
Zsolt
Zsolt, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2024
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 October 2024
Room was good but no sound proofing on the door and we were at top of the stairs and could hear noise and conversations from everyone in the lobby. Staff were talking after 11pm which was annoying and let them know in the morning. Did not eat at the restaurant as only for dinner. Would be nice if they offered breakfast since the restaurant is there.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 October 2024
Nice place but Room #3 can hear alot of noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Room #3 and bed was very comfortable but room is very small. First night every guest walking down the stairs and loud talking from check out below the room downstairs woke me up but second night wore ear plugs and slept well. Excellent location and right in the center of town but would stay in a different room then Room #3. Cable Room restaurant was excellent.
Sophia
Sophia, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
20 October 2024
Excellent front desk staff and a lovely meal.
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 October 2024
Efficient cleaning. Good parking. Lovely olde worldly feel.
Dave
Dave, 9-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
Very comfortable stay, the rooms are spacious and have all the amenities needed.
Manas
Manas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 October 2024
Awesome property. We stayed in the Alexander Graham Bell Room accidentally!!!!
Lori
Lori, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 October 2024
Great location
Glen
Glen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 October 2024
Great location. Clean and quiet.
Kerri
Kerri, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 October 2024
Great location. Quiet and within walking distance of some lovely cafes and restaurants
Aaron
Aaron, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Terrance
Terrance, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 October 2024
This quaint little motel is exactly what we hoped for. It’s small, clean and quiet. It’s not fancy or new but has character. The main dining room looked beautiful but we didn’t eat there. the gentleman at the front desk was very pleasant and informative.
Cris
Cris, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
7 October 2024
Rooms need some updating. Parking limited. Rooms felt very stuffy
Jim
Jim, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
2 October 2024
Nice area, but a tired property
Darsi
Darsi, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 October 2024
Kimberley
Kimberley, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
30 September 2024
Had a lovely stay at the Telegraph House. Staff were wonderful and the dining was amazing! The Cable Room is a must for dinner. Delicious food and the friendliest hostess/wait staff! However, the rooms are in need of renovating.
Muriel
Muriel, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 September 2024
Nice accommodation if youre on your way to Cabot Trail. Very clean , comfy bed and pillows. Great location too.
Susan
Susan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
28 September 2024
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Kathy and Dominic
Kathy and Dominic, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 September 2024
Patrycja
Patrycja, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 September 2024
Elaine
Elaine, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
25 September 2024
This is a lovely location, easy access to most everything downtown. Loved the history of this hotel. We had a room in the motel. If booking and you have mobility issues, there are stairs to navigate in the main hotel.
Myrna
Myrna, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
24 September 2024
It was a nice stay for one night. Room was clean and had good beds. It was in close walking distance to restaurants down by the harbour. Enjoyable start to the Cabot Trail.
Jewel
Jewel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
23 September 2024
Old house charm was nice. Room was quiet. However bathroom was lacking amenities such as counter space(or equivalent shelf space for toiletry bags), not enough wall hooks. Beds were a bit soft but manageable.