Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace
Meeting facility
Daily buffet breakfast (CAD 16.99 per person)
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9
  • University of Alberta
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • University of Alberta Hospital
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Rogers Place
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Edmonton, AB (YEG-Edmonton Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Reimagined Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen Bed

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre, near University of Alberta
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, coffee/tea in a common area and conference space.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The shopping around Varscona Hotel on Whyte gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from 82 Ave NW. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Enjoy American cuisine while dining at The Ampersand27
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the proximity to shopping
  • Just a 2-minute drive from University of Alberta and a few minutes from University of Alberta Hospital
  • Pets welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a 24-hour business centre and meeting rooms.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. 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. For a fee, parking is available.

This Edmonton hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
The Ampersand27 – This restaurant specialises in American cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and dinner.

Languages

English

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

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

  • Free 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

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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).

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Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 58 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1005 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

Dakota

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Janna

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

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, parkade could use some cleaning
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Much like the last few times I stayed; it was a treat.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayne, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice clean property close to the action. Lots of dining chouces close by.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin, Grande Prairie

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Stay was good but rooms aare quite outdated. Hotel is located in a great area close to multiple different restaurants, cafe’s etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall pleased with my stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this spot on Whyte Ave. Central to all the great pubs and restaraunts. We parked our vehicle and walked eveywhere!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sophie

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful historical building very old
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jules

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shower pressure was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Connie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean comfortable room and bed. Convenient parkade. Elevator was not in service until 2nd day. Restaurant closed with other renovations. Gym missing weights, water cups.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Sherrell

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

10/10 Excellent

Joanne, FORT MCMURRAY

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

10/10 Excellent

vaughn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Bruce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice location and close to amenities in old strathcona.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parfait hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK but sub par for this hotel

Room was comfy. Staff was friendly. Issues were the in room coffee maker didn't work. We asked for a replacement but no one did anything. Breakfast was $15 for watered down powder eggs that did not taste good. Not worth it so we skipped it day two.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Teresa

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025