Varscona Hotel on Whyte

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Great location!

8.8

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About this property

This hotel is just 4 km from the city centre of Edmonton and a 10 minute walk from the University of Alberta. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The traditionally styled guest rooms at Varscona Hotel on Whyte are equipped with free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and free local calling. A work desk is also provided. An executive breakfast buffet is served daily at this Edmonton hotel. For a charge, concierge services are available. Queen Elizabeth Park is less than 1 km away from the Whyte Varscona Hotel. Edmonton Municipal Airport is within a 25-minute drive of the property. A hot buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 06:30 to 09:30 and weekends and holidays from 07:30 to 10:30.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Parking on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness centre
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Buffet

  • Parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Ugo
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hotel is well situated for the amenities of Whyte Ave, but a short walk from open spaces and the river valley.”
Dieter
Switzerland Switzerland
“Whyte Av. is very centrally located and happening with food places and the like.”
Ann
Canada Canada
“Close to the hospital, where we had an appointment. Rooms were clean and a good size. Met our needs.”
Keri-lynne
Canada Canada
“The breakfast was such a good price for a nice warm meal and you didn’t have to go anywhere. The staff was so nice and accommodating everywhere we went.”
Val
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I was in Edmonton for 5 nights, visiting a relative. The Varscona was an ideal place to stay, brilliant location for me on Whyte Avenue, and a real haven of peace. I had a great view from 5th floor room. Spacious room, very comfortable bed, could...”
Archibald
Australia Australia
“Fabulous small hotel in terrific location. A real gem. I love how helpful the staff were: for example, on my request they put a kettle and a microwave in my room. It was possible to open a window. It was possible to completely adjust the...”
Filipski
Canada Canada
“The front desk staff - Check in with Mat and check out with Rachel was exceptional. I was welcomed with a smile and everything explained well. Mat even charged my phone as I had forgotten my charger! Rachel was cheerful and pleasant in my check...”
Tracy
Canada Canada
“It's a charming older renovated hotel with character. Room was quiet and clean, beds comfortable. The hotel is located on Whyte Ave. within walking distance of shops, restaurants and bars. Staff in the Restaurant, Bar, and housekeeping staff were...”
Alejandro
Mexico Mexico
“The front desk attention was on point, quick response and polite! place clean and in great location, place is quiet and room feels comfortable with a big shower.”
Goddard
Canada Canada
“Braekfast Buffet was excellent. Beds were extremely comfortable. The Ampersand restaurant (very close) was excellent.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
Ampersand 27
  • Open for
    Brunch • Dinner

House rules

Varscona Hotel on Whyte takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of CAD 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$71. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

Pets are welcome at the hotel for $30 per pet, per night.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A damage deposit of CAD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.