Located close to University of Alberta Hospital and University of Alberta, 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. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour gym and conference space.
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
8208 106 Street, Edmonton, AB, T6E6R9
What's nearby
82 Ave NW
1 min walk - 0.1 km
University of Alberta
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Kinsmen Sports Centre
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium
3 min drive - 2.1 km
Old Strathcona Farmer's Market
8 min walk - 0.7 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
Ampersand 27
1 min walk
Chianti Café & Restaurant
4 min walk
The Pint
6 min walk
O' Byrne's Irish Pub
1 min walk
About this property
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Upscale 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, coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
A front-desk safe, an elevator, and luggage storage
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.
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
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 does it cost to stay at Varscona Hotel on Whyte?
As of 18 Ramadan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Varscona Hotel on Whyte on 11 Shawwal 2026 start from SAR 332, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
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.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Varscona Hotel on Whyte Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Great area of the city to stay in. Shops and restaurants run along Whyte Avenue which is right out the front door of Varscona. Centrally located within the city, giving most travel times of 15 minutes to sites around town (via car).
Perfect location on Whyte ave. The staff was super helpful and the rooms were clean.
My only issue was that the room didn’t have a microwave - however there might have been a solution is we had asked for one.
What a wonderful gem located just off of Whyte Avenue. The room was comfortable and the staff incredible. While the restaurant &27 was not opened ( Sunday or Monday) for supper, I did have their continental breakfast Monday morning. I will be staying here again.
Really nice room, everything you need was there. Great location! There is underground/ covered parking which was great but the process to get access was a little time consuming. Not the end of the world though. Great pizza spot inside the hotel!
Clean room,great area. Pet friendly. Complimentary parking. Easy check in. The only negative is that the only ice machine you have to go to the 2nd floor and in the fitness room. That was a little weird.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Chris
19 July 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
AC not working was pretty stuffy. Only stayed the one night great location worked for show we went too.
Although my stay and my Daughters stay were very short the front desk staff checked us into our rooms late in the evening very quickly and professionally. The following morning we were checked out with great service again from the morning staff. The rooms were very clean and they seemed to have been renovated recently and were very nice.
I also would like to mention that I had accidentally booked my room on the wrong dates and when I went through the booking agency they called the hotel and I was fully refunded.
This meant a lot to me as we were attending a family emergency at the U of A Hospital. I thank theManagement and Staff for their kindness during this difficult time.
I would recommend friends to stay if ever visiting Edmonton and I will definitely make this my go to place to stay. Thanks again.
We appreciated the service. We never considered parking as a potential but the staff was super helpful. They even have oversize vehicle parking available. Would definately stay again and recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Lindsay Blake
21 August 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The Hotel was in an area where alot of drugged out people were on the streets. Hotel room was quiet at night, bed was comfortable and room large enough for a standard room. Stand up shower stall, where you had to turn on the tap and without exaggeration wait 5 minutes for the hot water to come. Door was a bit damaged and needed repair. TV was adequate but could have used an upgrade. It was a 3 star :)
Love staying at the Varscona when we're in Edmonton. :) The staff are wonderful, the rooms are super clean and comfortable, and it's so close to the great restaurants and bars on Whyte Ave.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Mary
16 April 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean comfortable and location great for medical appointments
The hotel is very clean and had an update about a year ago and you can tell! I really appreciate the vinyl floors and the duvet cover. Nice to know it is changed daily. Thank you
if I ever have occasion to stay again this will be my number 1 choice!
Thanks