Varscona Hotel on Whyte

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

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; American cuisine
Reception
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds
Exterior
Exterior
The Varscona Hotel on Whyte sits in Old Strathcona's heart, welcoming visitors with its warm atmosphere. Guests can enjoy American cuisine at The Ampersand27 for brunch, lunch or dinner, relax by the inviting lobby fireplace, or maintain their workout routine 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

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Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Reimagined Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King or Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

In the entertainment district, Varscona Hotel on Whyte is in Southwest Edmonton, a walkable area in Edmonton with great shopping. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Edmonton City Centre and West Edmonton Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a match? See what's going on at Edmonton Convention Centre or Rogers Place. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails.
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, AB (YEG-Edmonton Intl.) - 25 min drive

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

Hotel remodelled 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 reception and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Ampersand27, offers brunch, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and express check-out
  • Express check-in, wedding services and smoke-free property
  • A porter/bellboy, luggage storage and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 89 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks such as free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cots/infant beds
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, fridges and coffee/tea makers

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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)

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
  • 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 accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • 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 are 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 18 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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 cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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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Varscona Hotel Whyte
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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 18 kg per pet. There's a fee 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.

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?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout 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. 484 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 127 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is on Whyte Ave so lots of Dining and shopping options
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good area!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Melonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay. Right in the middle of the action. Very walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Niki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the parkade right close by. Gives you a perfect home base to explore and play on whyte Ave without thinking about your vehicle!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Carlos

Great spot in a great neighbourhood!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice. Neighborhood gets a little crazy at night
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

aneesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was only there for a night. Check in reception were very nice and helpful in getting our room early, even with the busy weekend due to a concert. It is in a very nice area with food and bars. quick uber ride to downtown. Parking available with the hotel and even on the streets.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kristal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We were there only one night. Used the breakfast restaurant and it was good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. We always stay here with our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I'm just writing to give the great staff here 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Doreen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room and stay was good restaurant was really poor. Didn’t have much normal options on menu and when asked for not spicy was extreme spicy for the older people I was with.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ataash

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, friendly staff and easy access to downtown amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hhhh
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Might look a little rough on the outside but the inside is really nice. Everything was in good shape, staff were helpful and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to drive to. Beautiful area. Quiet. Beds were comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff check in was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and close to U of A Hospital. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025