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Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near University of Alberta

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Relax in a contemporary space with a curved sofa and glass-top table, perfect for casual dining and socializing.
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Experience a warm welcome at the Varscona hotel, where a beautiful entrance sets the tone for a memorable stay.
Reception
Guests can enter the SECOND CUP building through the main entrance.
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Reimagined Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9

What's nearby

  • University of Alberta - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • University of Alberta Hospital - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Edmonton City Centre - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Edmonton Convention Centre - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Rogers Place - 5 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • Health Sciences-Jubilee Station - 3 min drive
  • Avonmore Station - 6 min drive
  • Edmonton Intl. Airport (YEG) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪O'Byrne's Irish Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chianti Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mike's Famous - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Julio's Barrio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Hotel remodeled in 2025 and located near University of Alberta
Located close to University of Alberta Hospital and Edmonton Convention Centre, Varscona Hotel on Whyte provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a fireplace in the lobby, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Ampersand27, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk, and meeting rooms
  • Concierge services, a banquet hall, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 89 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; CAD 16.99 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Ampersand27

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,000 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: CAD 30.00
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: CAD 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CAD 30 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately CAD 16.99 per person
  • Covered self parking fee: CAD 24.99 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: CAD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: CAD 30.00 (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 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
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Varscona Hotel on Whyte pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 40 lbs per pet. There's a fee of CAD 30 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Self parking is available for CAD 24.99 per day.

What time is check-in at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of CAD 30.00 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for CAD 30.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Varscona Hotel on Whyte located?

Located in Southwest Edmonton, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of University of Alberta and University of Alberta Hospital. Edmonton City Centre and Edmonton Convention Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). Health Sciences-Jubilee Station is 21 minutes by foot and University Station is 22 minutes.

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Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 508 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 57 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice hotel centrally located for easy access to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in check out, and optimal location on Whyte Ave for food, bars, and entertainment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marni

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfy hotel. Great access to lots of restaurants, trails and bus routes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here often and over the years we have enjoyed our stay. Nice to have a lounge for happy hour.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, clean. Great location, we were able to walk to stores, art on whyte, cafes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

The Varscona was just what we were looking for—great location, courteous staff, no frills. They threw in parking in the attached parkade!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raquell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Rooms were nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel 10/10 recommended good location
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Poria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Easy check-in/check-out. Room cleaners were very accomodating.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly and polite. Hotel is in a great location. The rooms facing Whyte Ave. can be a bit noisy at night -- ask for a room facing away from Whyte Ave. Room was clean and bathroom had a nice walk-in shower. Breakfast at Ampersand (located in the hotel) was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely come back, great area for walking, lots of places to stop in for food or a drink. The streets are very busy at night!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Check in easy. Very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, excellent service. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mickey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and a good price, will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Marlon

Liked: Staff & service
Newly renovated!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gertrude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant staff and quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent Very cold room, unable to adjust temp
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a little gem in the heart of Old Strathcona. We loved our stay and will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TODD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classy, established hotel with character! Clean, quiet & walkable to many dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff. Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is our "go to" hotel in Edmonton. Staff are great, and the property has a comfy, relaxed atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location that is close to Whyte avenue, the river valley, and the UofA. The rooms were clean, the staff were very kind and helpful, and the rooms were as we expected. The internet in the rooms was unreliable and the TV was small and hard to watch TV on. This was a safe place to stay close to the core of the city and was good value for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025