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Hotel VARA

4.0 star property

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Restaurant
Studio Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lounge
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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49 Falmouth Road, Truro, England, TR1 2HL
  • Place, Hall for Cornwall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Cornwall Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Truro Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Accessible | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Accessible

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Single Room

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Cosy Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Hotel VARA

Hotel with free parking, near Hall for Cornwall
A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and coffee/tea in a common area are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include concierge services, laundry facilities and a fireplace at reception. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel VARA offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hotel VARA. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Lemon St Market. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a bar.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Amenities include 3 meeting rooms, laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Hall for Cornwall and Royal Cornwall Museum
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel VARA also features coffee/tea in common area, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Truro hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property provides to-go breakfast, beverages, and afternoon treat. Check-in ends strictly at 7 PM and guests are advised to provide an estimated arrival time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Merchant House Hotel Truro
Merchant House Hotel
Merchant House Truro
Merchant House
Merchant Truro
Merchant House Truro
Carlton Hotel Truro
Merchant House Guesthouse Truro
Merchant House Guesthouse
Merchant House
Hotel VARA Hotel
Hotel VARA Truro
Hotel VARA Hotel Truro

Hotel VARA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 306 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the laid back atmosphere of the hotel, allowing guests to enjoy their time as they please.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wojciech Franciszek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall good place to stay. Needs improve food quality, too small portions.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was perfect for my needs. My only complaint was going up two flights of stairs, across a landing and down two floors to get to my room. I would definitely come again if I could have a room with easier access.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great little find!

Great little find. Such a friendly hotel. Staff were amazing. And 5 min walk from Truro town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for the best room 180 a night beautiful place massive room and bed lovely staff all round brilliant stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

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

8/10 Good

Rino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good clean hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarjit

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful old building, the staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent, parking at the front but also a good sized car park at the rear. Nice decor throughout. The bed was comfy but I felt the room was rather small and perhaps updating but I would certainly stay again when I'm next in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wasnt much more than a taxi home , so decided to stay over , ive stayed here before when it was connected to mannings , they have done a very lovely refurb , the breakfast room is light and airy with a fabulous supply of bits and bobs , the only thing that let them down was the shower room but there is little they could do to update that without spending silly money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

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

8/10 Good

Clare

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff check in excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIANA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Attentive personnel, unexpectable good coffee at breakfast, silent, cozy. Lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

Very happy

Great hotel with a fantastic menu and wine list. Very helpful and friendly staff. Great decor too. Will return asap.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Disliked: Staff & service
Room was quite small and en suite abit dated. However I had several phone calls after my stay by the hotel blaming me for a crack in their sink in the en suite, which I had nothing to do with. They were constantly calling me and texting me the pictures of the sink. The crack in the sink might have been there before I used the room for all I know. I only brushed my teeth in the sink. Apart from this the hotel was nice and staff were friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant light dinner at the hotel. Good wine!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrej

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to centre nice relax place very good breakfast happy stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elliot

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was great and hotel comfortable, The only issue is no lift for disabled people. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024