Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Kidston Island Beach Ferry - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Kidston Island Lighthouse - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Bell Bay Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
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 Bras d'Or Lake.
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
25 Oct 2024
Brenda
Brenda, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
22 Oct 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
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2024
Kimberley
Kimberley, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
24 Sep 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 Sep 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.
Denise
Denise, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
The Telegraph House is like a home away from home with the air of a Victorian era mansion. The dining and menu options in the Cable Room was exceptional.
Dwayne
Dwayne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
tracie
tracie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
They had a very nice restaurant with great food.
Alice
Alice, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
Awesome
DONNA
DONNA, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
19 Sep 2024
The dinner at the Chart Room was delicious and our hostess and waitress were top notch. Our check in went well. We were disappointed in the cabin we were in. It was old and outdated. The window in the bathroom was open and wouldn’t shut at all. The tub was way too deep and no mat. We had a stink bug and wasp in our room. The one pillow was way too soft. It was close in town and easy parking.
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
13 Sep 2024
A comfortable stay in Baddeck
The hotel was conveniently located to the downtown with good parking and in-person check-in. The double room was as described and very clean. However, the heating/air system was loud and we could not find any explanation for its operation. We had a small table and two chairs outside on the porch of the building, which was lovely as the weather cooperated but it would have been difficult for two people to sit inside to read or have a drink as there was only one chair. The front desk was helpful in getting us reservations to a musical performance in town, which was appreciated.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Sep 2024
Deb
Deb, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Comfortable and relaxing.
We stayed for one night and would happily have stayed longer if our schedule had allowed. Our room was in the motel; it was spotlessly clean with a good size bathroom and comfortable beds. There was ample parking and an excellent bakery across the road for breakfast. We didn't eat in the hotel restaurant but heard that it's very good.
The village is beautifully situated with lovely views and nice shops which we took advantage of for some souvenir shopping.
Anne
Anne, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
11 Sep 2024
The meals and service were outstanding.
A cafe just across the street and the post office, a laundromat, and a drugstore were within a few steps away.
Eric
Eric, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sep 2024
We had a very nice one night stay at the Telegraph house! It met all our expectations!
We were fortunate to stay the night the town of Baddeck was having their Festiville night !
So much fun !
Everything one needs is easy easy walking distance from Telegraph House.
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 Sep 2024
Spacious, clean and comfy room.
Mona
Mona, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Sep 2024
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Sep 2024
Michel
Michel, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Sep 2024
Great location
Verified traveller
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 Sep 2024
Hao
Hao, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
2 Sep 2024
The location was the best thing about this property.
The room we started 28 was smelling of dust. It was very difficult to sleep. The room AC was making lot of sound. We had to turn it off. The beds were uncomfortable to sleep. Overall very poor arrangement compared to the price.
Inder Mohan
Inder Mohan, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Sep 2024
It was a great place to stay - hope to be back soon. It was clean and updated. It was a perfect location as well!