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Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Property class: 4

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A restaurant with a stone wall, a fireplace, and a wine rack.
A bar with a central island, multiple shelves of bottles, and green bar stools.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "The Varscona," featuring a covered entrance, steps, and a landscaped garden area.
A spacious lounge with leather sofas, a fireplace, and a stained glass ceiling.
A reception desk with a 'VARSCONA' illuminated sign, a potted plant, and a dark marble countertop.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec

Explore the area

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8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9
  • Place, 82 Ave NW
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Alberta
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Kinsmen Sports Centre
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Edmonton, AB (YEG-Edmonton Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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 King or Queen Bed

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

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Southwest Edmonton
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,948 reviews
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Edmonton

At Varscona Hotel on Whyte you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of University of Alberta and University of Alberta Hospital. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a 24-hour gym and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, The Ampersand27, serves American cuisine and is open for brunch, lunch and dinner. 4000 square feet (372 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Southwest Edmonton hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Edmonton City Centre and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Edmonton Convention Centre.

What's nearby

  • 82 Ave NW - 1 min walk - 0.1 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
  • Alberta Legislature Building - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4000 square feet (372 square metres) and includes conference space. A 24-hour fitness centre, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Varscona Hotel on Whyte. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of Varscona Hotel on Whyte was completed in May 2025.

This 4-star Edmonton hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 4000 sq ft of conference space
  • 372 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Varscona Hotel on Whyte offers 89 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and hairdryers.

This Edmonton hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains.

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  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
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The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
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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 transport

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

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 cot
  • 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
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • 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 cot
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CAD 30 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Hotel Varscona
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Varscona Hotel on Whyte offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Varscona Hotel on Whyte on 15 Dec 2026 start from NZ$181, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Yep, Varscona Hotel on Whyte has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for CAD 24.99 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

What makes Varscona Hotel on Whyte a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Varscona Hotel on Whyte.

Does Varscona Hotel on Whyte serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is offered weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

No, Varscona Hotel on Whyte does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves American cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1096 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1096 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1096 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1096 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1096 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, room was comfortable and the location was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very enjoyable stay for us in our pup.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and close to the hospital, which was the reason for our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel , great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Varscona is a tasteful, beautiful hotel. Excellent service and fantastic location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and comfortable room with free parking in the heart of Whyte Avenue, close to university and the river valley! A great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Location is perfect for exploring Whyte Ave. Limited hot water, but overall good stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful, comfy time. Thank you for keeping us safe as the storm came though! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and central for entertaining Whyte street area
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice room, everything you need was there. Great location! There is underground/ covered parking which was great but the process to get access was a little time consuming. Not the end of the world though. Great pizza spot inside the hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poor property, not four star hotel
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great and hotel was super clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room,great area. Pet friendly. Complimentary parking. Easy check in. The only negative is that the only ice machine you have to go to the 2nd floor and in the fitness room. That was a little weird.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was super fast, room was clean and comfortable. Bed and bedding was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
AC not working was pretty stuffy. Only stayed the one night great location worked for show we went too.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Close to hospital, clean, updated, with friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and great location for what we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location and Friendly Staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms - very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice hotel and excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025