Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Property class: 4
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Alberta

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At Varscona Hotel on Whyte, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Alberta and University of Alberta Hospital. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Ampersand27, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Rogers Place and Edmonton City Centre are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Conference space
  • Multilingual staff

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Elevator
The current price is $90
$104 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(41 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9

What's nearby

  • 82 Ave NW - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Old Strathcona Farmer's Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Alberta - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Kinsmen Sports Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Edmonton Intl. Airport (YEG) - 25 min drive
  • Avonmore Station - 6 min drive
  • Edmonton Station - 18 min drive
  • Health Sciences-Jubilee Station - 21 min walk
  • University Station - 22 min walk
  • McKernan-Belgravia Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Paris Baguette - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ampersand 27 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chianti Café & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pint - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Checkers Pizza & Kabab - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

  • At Varscona Hotel on Whyte, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from University of Alberta and University of Alberta Hospital. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at The Ampersand27, which serves American cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Also, Rogers Place and Edmonton City Centre are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 89 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Up to 2 children (12 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 40 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (CAD 24.99 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (4000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Recycling

Special features

Dining

The Ampersand27 - This restaurant specializes in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CAD 16.99 per person
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of CAD 30.00 (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs CAD 24.99 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Varscona Hotel on Whyte offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Varscona Hotel on Whyte 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 40 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Yes. Self parking costs CAD 24.99 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

You can check in starting at 3 PM. There's a charge of CAD 30.00 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of CAD 30.00 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Villa Casino (7-min drive) and Starlight Casino (13-min drive) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Varscona Hotel on Whyte and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Varscona Hotel on Whyte also has a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Yes, The Ampersand27 offers American cuisine.

What's the area around Varscona Hotel on Whyte like?

Varscona Hotel on Whyte is a short 15-minute walk from University of Alberta and 17 minutes' walk from University of Alberta Hospital. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant was very nice, good, and amazing, with servers being absolutely wonderful and breakfast being more than adequate. (62 reviews)
  • Breakfast options were delicious and plentiful with many choices to suit various diets and tastes. (62 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great stay, room was comfortable and the location was great.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel , great location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and comfortable room with free parking in the heart of Whyte Avenue, close to university and the river valley! A great stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Spent our Silver Anniversary at Varscona. This was our second time there in the last couple years as we wanted to be near Whyte Ave for the food, beverages & live entertainment. Bad timing with the beginning of UofA & all of the thirsty students but that's my fault, I lived there for 6 years & should have known better. The staff were amazing & the fresh fruit served at the breakfast buffet was amazing. Thank-you for making our time in Edmonton special.
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8/10 Very good

A little older. But clean and great location. We had parking included/paid but still got a ticket. Just brought it to the front desk and they dealt with it. Very nice staff on scene.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and central for entertaining Whyte street area
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10/10 Exceptional

We appreciated the service. We never considered parking as a potential but the staff was super helpful. They even have oversize vehicle parking available. Would definately stay again and recommend.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love staying at the Varscona when we're in Edmonton. :) The staff are wonderful, the rooms are super clean and comfortable, and it's so close to the great restaurants and bars on Whyte Ave.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean comfortable and location great for medical appointments
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and great location for what we wanted
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Location and Friendly Staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms - very nice staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff was friendly and helpful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel and excellent location!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, fair price, wonderful staff
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8/10 Very good

Very pleased with the early check-in! Lobby was comfortable, rooms were clean. Great location in Old Strathcona and not too far to University of Alberta. Would stay there again.
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, nice lobby
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very clean and had an update about a year ago and you can tell! I really appreciate the vinyl floors and the duvet cover. Nice to know it is changed daily. Thank you if I ever have occasion to stay again this will be my number 1 choice! Thanks
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall a nice a convenient location for a quick stay with plenty to see and do around it.
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8/10 Very good

Buffet breakfast had more then enough choices for most diets and tastes,
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are pleasant, clean room, great location
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6/10 Good

Hotel is nice, located in a very convenient location. Fitness room is great. Confirm with the staff about the AC working and the room having a smoke detector installed.
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8/10 Very good

Service was great!
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for a night’s stay after a work holiday dinner and to go shopping on Whyte Ave the next day!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location friendly ataff