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Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Alberta

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Located in the heart of Old Strathcona, Varscona Hotel on Whyte offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. With The Ampersand27 serving up delicious American cuisine for brunch, lunch, and dinner, you can unwind by the lobby fireplace or get active at the 24-hour gym.
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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)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$106 nightly
The total price is $117
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Culinary experiences
The hotel's restaurant crafts delectable American cuisine. Guests can enjoy an energizing buffet breakfast and wind down with drinks at the bar.
Premium comfort zone
Wrapped in plush bathrobes after a restful night on a pillowtop mattress. Sleep deeply with premium bedding and blackout drapes.

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 630 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
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
  • ‪Chianti Café & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪O' Byrne's Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Ampersand 27 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Beercade - ‬1 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 Commonwealth Stadium are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 89 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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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
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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
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Required at check-in

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

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

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

Internet

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

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

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

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

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, high quality, and with a variety of options. (56 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel staff was friendly and helpful.
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and great location for what we wanted
Travis, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms - very nice staff
Jim, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, fair price, wonderful staff
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here to be near my father in the hospital. The hotel has comfortable rooms, which appear to be recently renovated and they also have excellent staff. We spent two nights here in January and this last stay was our third and fourth nights. We would definitely stay here again due to the central location to everything and the wonderful staff.
Trisha, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Service was great!
Daniel, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location for our needs. Staff was courteous.
Sandra, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel and excellent location!
Taylor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing and accommodating.
Neena, 4-night trip
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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.
Kuan-Lin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are pleasant, clean room, great location
Gayle, 1-night trip
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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!
Nicole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location friendly ataff
Mark, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean renovated rooms. Quiet environment
Gary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good location. Good parking. Pleasant clean room.
Esther, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Counter staff was great to deal with.
Wade, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly desk staff, convenient parkade a short walk away. Constantly bed, appears to have been recently renovated
Trisha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a beautiful hotel! We were pleasantly surprised. Amazing location, kind staff, clean rooms.
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean and fresh. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Always a good stay at this hotel. Building is quiet and well maintained.
Colleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent during check-in. Room was clean and tidy, everything easy to find. Loved the large walk in shower!!
Rob, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good room , clean. Pleasant staff. Great location. But the hallway and room to room was very noisy.
Maureen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was awesome. The staff was helpful and courteous. The room was very clean.
Tammy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Another great stay at Varscona. Clean room great location for the U of A Campus.
Russell, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing and expressed great empathy, as I had to check out early due to an unexpected loss in our family. The restaurant Team was also delightful. Thank you to the Varscona Team for making my time away from home feel less lonely! ☺️🙏
Arvinder, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfection at reception Room is great Restaurant amazing
Katharina, 1-night trip