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Varscona Hotel on Whyte

4.0 star property
Travelers find convenience and comfort at this Old Strathcona hotel, where the lobby fireplace beckons after shopping nearby or exploring Rogers Place

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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LED TV
Renovated in 2025
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 59 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

In the entertainment district, Varscona Hotel on Whyte is in Southwest Edmonton, a walkable area in Edmonton with great shopping. Travelers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Edmonton City Centre and West Edmonton Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Edmonton Convention Centre or Rogers Place. Break out the clubs and hit the links with a golf course nearby, or seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Edmonton travel guide
Map
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9

What's nearby

  • Great new spot on whyte ave with live music in the back :) #yeg
    82 Ave NW
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Edmonton_UniversityofAlberta_501029-2
    University of Alberta
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Edmonton_KinsmenSportsCentre_6297916-3
    Kinsmen Sports Centre
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Edmonton_StolleryChildrensHospital_6322883-1
    Stollery Children's Hospital
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Edmonton_UniversityofAlbertaHospital_6322879-2
    University of Alberta Hospital
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Paris Baguette
    1 min walk
  • Chianti Café & Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Beercade
    1 min walk
  • The Black Dog Freehouse
    5 min walk
  • O' Byrne's Irish Pub
    1 min walk

About this property

Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Hotel remodeled 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 the lobby, and a bar. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, The Ampersand27, offers brunch, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a 24-hour gym and conference space.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • An elevator, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 89 rooms have comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like free WiFi and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and free cribs/infant beds
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 40-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Recycling, refrigerators, 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 transportation

  • Covered self 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 crib
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 crib
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 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 40 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: 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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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 40 lbs 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?

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?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out 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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Reviews

Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 514 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 301 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 67 out of 1056 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1056 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, fair price, wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Neena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were amazing and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Good parking. Pleasant clean room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wade

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Counter staff was great to deal with.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

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

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and fresh. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Always a good stay at this hotel. Building is quiet and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good room , clean. Pleasant staff. Great location. But the hallway and room to room was very noisy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome. The staff was helpful and courteous. The room was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent during check-in. Room was clean and tidy, everything easy to find. Loved the large walk in shower!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gayle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are pleasant, clean room, great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel! We were pleasantly surprised. Amazing location, kind staff, clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kuan-Lin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall a nice a convenient location for a quick stay with plenty to see and do around it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Quiet Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, very clean. Thought breakfast was included but apparently not.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Katharina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfection at reception Room is great Restaurant amazing
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anjulia

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

10/10 Excellent

Brennan Isiah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff. Location is fantastic for walking around. Got upgraded to a king size bed for free. Was super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place, nice and clean, quiet and close to the hospital for family stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. Person checking me in didn't come across that pleasant. Spoke really softly and wasn't in a good mood.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025