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Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near University of Alberta

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk
Reception
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

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

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
  • Computer station
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Conference space

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Premium TV channels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk

Reimagined Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 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
(34 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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

  • 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
  • ‪Beercade - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Chianti Café & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Black Dog Freehouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

When you stay 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 South Edmonton Common 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
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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)
LOCAL_PARKING

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
  • Computer station
  • 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, Eurocard

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

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, or delicious with a variety of options available. (52 reviews)
  • The property is surrounded by a variety of great restaurants and dining options within walking distance. (25 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Good

Was a great stay, easy to get around the area
Antonio, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a great night
Sheryl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Review

Check in was good with very friendly staff. Room was clean and comfortable. Would certainly recommend this cute hotel.
Melissa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Hotel, clean and welcoming. Alisha at the front desk was amazing, made our anniversary extra special!
Todd, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, nice and clean, quiet and close to the hospital for family stay.
Janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice hotel centrally located for easy access to downtown.
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location close to lots of fabulous restuarants and UofA but quite noisy at night being located on Whyte Ave.
3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet room on a busy street

Nisha was awesome in accommodating our request for a quiet room. The hotel is located on busy Whyte Avenue, which is great for restaurants and things to do, but can be noisy at night. Our room on the backside of the hotel was nice and quiet.
Karen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in check out, and optimal location on Whyte Ave for food, bars, and entertainment.
Bryan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We have stayed here often and over the years we have enjoyed our stay. Nice to have a lounge for happy hour.
Theresa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel 10/10 recommended good location
Erica, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very comfy hotel. Great access to lots of restaurants, trails and bus routes.
Marni, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

5 stars

Great location , great staff 👍
Prempal, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
Petra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay here but don’t eat here

Ampersand 27 was disappointing but otherwise an excellent stay.
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was newly renovated and clean . We were facing Whyte Ave and could hear the street noise from the fourth floor .
Leeann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very friendly. Rooms were nice. Would definitely stay here again.
Raquell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel and a good price, will definitely be back!
Tania, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location
Mickey, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

For paying a premium you don’t get premium amenities. Pay extra for parking in a public parking lot, then get parking tickets on top of it. Pay $17 for breakfast buffet that isn’t any better than motel 6. Sink was broken and hot water that you need to wait 10 minutes for…
Alvin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very convenient location!
Amber, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Kari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Tout est parfait!
Pierre, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Slow

The elevator is super slow. The service in restaurant was slow.
Renita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot nice and clean
Tiffany, 1-night trip