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Telegraph House

3.0 star property
Thoughtful touches make all the difference at this welcoming property, where smoke-free spaces and convenient self-parking create a hassle-free stay

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Sea View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels - Telegraph House (Baddeck)
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Travelers love Telegraph House for its helpful staff and cozy atmosphere. It offers a charming terrace for relaxing, an on-site restaurant, free self-parking, and smoke-free premises, all of which previous guests have praised.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony, Lake View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Baddeck is home to Telegraph House. Kidston Island Beach Ferry and Bell Bay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore MacAulays Hill Nature Reserve and Uisage Ban Falls Provincial Park. Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre and Wagmatcook Culture and Heritage Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Baddeck travel guide
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479 Chebucto Street, Baddeck, NS, B0E 1B0

What's nearby

  • Road trip around Nova Scotia and stop at all the places with #red chairs and enjoy the amazing scenery, you can hike, birdwatching, whale watching or just relax #Red Photo Sweepstakes
    Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kidston Island Beach Ferry
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bell Bay Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.3 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney, NS (YQY)
    67 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tim Hortons
    3 min drive
  • Tom's Pizza
    1 min walk
  • Bean There Coffee Cafe
    2 min walk
  • The Red Barn
    8 min drive
  • The Freight Shed At The Terrace
    4 min walk

About this property

Telegraph House

Property highlights
Telegraph House provides amenities like a terrace and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with cable channels

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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

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Cable Room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 1860
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

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

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number RYA-2023-24-03141515326303161-479

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is 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

Is Telegraph House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Telegraph House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Telegraph House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Telegraph House located?

Situated in Baddeck, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Gilbert H. Grosvenor Hall, Bras d'Or Lakes and Watershed Interpretive Centre, and Kidston Island Beach Ferry. Bras d'Or Lake and Kidston Island Lighthouse are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Telegraph House Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 316 out of 626 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 626 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 626 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 626 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 626 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mark

Nice spot great restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is amazing, the beds are so cozy. The services provided were amazing. The housekeeper was so polite and helpful. The owner was amazing and remember us from last year. We will probably make this a winter tradition. Cant wait to try you guys out in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, comfortable bed and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, large bathroom with soaker tub. Was perfect for our two night stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property. Check in was easy and staff super helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and helpful. The Inn is centrally located to all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Inn with comfortable rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The balcony view was great. Nice historic property. Great central location and lots of walkable places nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic and beautiful. The accommodations were quaint and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the 'cabin' we were given, clean, modern, and we'll equipped.The food at the restaurant was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

shideh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, friendly staff. No breakfast but the cafe cross the road was really good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old building with some history
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice. Nice location in town. Very efficient check in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful area and motel. Friendly staff and clean rooms. Back of property should be cleaned up and landscaped.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicest spots I’ve ever stayed at. The food was amazing and the service great!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liliana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the charming Telegraph House. It was exactly as we’d hoped. Conveniently located in this small charming town and we could walk to everything. Staff was very helpful and our meal in their restaurant was absolutely delicious! Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy. The bed was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old house with a fabulous restaurant (one of the best meals of our trip). Staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dinner was amazing. People are friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A delightful experience! Exceptional staff, dining, wait staff. We had a thoroughly enjoyable time!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is the second year we returned to stay at the telegraph. It's a wonderful place right in the middle of downtown Baddeck. The Cable Room cuisine is unbelievable. Service including wait staff, cleaning staff and front desk superb. One could not do better for a holiday in Cape Breton.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful older motel, really well maintained. Room was extremely clean and location was excellent! We would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great onsite dinner restaurant with wonderful food and service. Good location! It’s an older motel and wear shows mostly outside. No breakfast onsite - nice deli across street.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room had fridge, tv w/decent internet. Nice deep jacuzzi tub. Older rooms but adequately updated. Short walk to water and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, Staff is great especially Marley , was very helpful, informative and patient. Room very clean and cozy. Premises very clean and beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025