While the health and safety of our guests has always been a top priority, when you return to Varscona Hotel on Whyte you will find that we’ve made a number of enhancements - from offering remote check-ins to new cleaning protocols for guest rooms, common areas and high-touch surfaces; along with new options for dining.
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Welcome to Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Experience Our Exceptional Hotel in Edmonton
Varscona Hotel on Whyte is a charming lifestyle hotel providing a warm and comfortable hospitality experience to those looking for a home away from home when they travel. Situated in the heart of Edmonton’s historic Old Strathcona, and nestled amongst numerous restaurants, boutiques and theatres blending bohemian panache with contemporary chic. This central location provides easy access to the University of Alberta, downtown and south Edmonton business and government districts. The Edmonton river valley is a few blocks away and offers miles of cycling and walking paths, parks and off leash areas.
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Timeless Comfort
Varscona combines old-world comfort with modern amenities. Timeless furnishings featuring luxurious textiles in rich hues of green and earthy brown enhance the public spaces and guest rooms. Casual sophistication and warm hospitality provide guests a welcoming haven.
Our Offers
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Long Term Stay Package
Whether you're in Edmonton on a project, looking for an extended stay-style package, or needing to self-isolate, we are happy to assist.
Friends of STAR Ambulance
Support STARS Ambulance by booking this rate. 10% of your room rate will be donated to STARS Ambulance. Rate includes: Wi-Fi, Parking, Local Calls
Experience Whyte Avenue
The team at Varscona loves our community on Whyte Ave, in Edmonton, and invites you to as well! We've partnered with great local vendors for you to enjoy discounts at, while you're staying at our hotel. Simply show your room key at checkouts.
Romance Package
Celebrate your love with us! Make the most of your time together with late check-out and early check-in ($50 value).
Edmonton Attractions
Varscona Hotel offers an unparalleled downtown Edmonton hotel experience.
Varscona Hotel on Whyte
Alberta Legislature Grounds
Experience the 23 hectares of parkland and the historical monuments that make up the Legislature as we know it today.
Edmonton City Hall
City Hall is an Edmonton landmark, the home of our civic leadership and a gathering place for the community.
Royal Alberta Museum
The Royal Alberta Museum is a museum of natural history and anthropology.
Art Gallery of Alberta
The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) is the only museum in the province strictly devoted to the exhibition and preservation of art and visual culture.
Shaw Conference Centre
The Shaw Conference Centre is Edmonton`s premiere convention centre, an iconic place where people gather to learn, innovate, trade and celebrate.
Rogers Place
Rogers Place is home ice for the NHL's Edmonton Oilers and WHL's Edmonton Oil Kings, and the epicentre of live entertainment in Edmonton.
4th Street Promenade
A sophisticated neighbourhood in the heart of Edmonton that offers an urban atmosphere in which you can admire the arts, fine food, and unique boutiques.
124 Street
The 124 Street area is one of Edmonton’s most vibrant shopping districts, and is home to some of the city’s finest restaurants, boutiques and galleries.
Edmonton City Centre
Edmonton City Centre is your downtown destination of choice for shopping, dining and enjoying Edmonton's urban centre.
The Marc Restaurant
Traditional bistro fare. Honest, fresh and satisfying. The vibe is knowingly casual, but a smooth professionalism underpins service.
Corso 32
An intimate 34-seat restaurant located in the heart of downtown Edmonton. Corso employs local and seasonal ingredients to interpret traditional Italian dishes.
The Common
The Common is a gastro-lounge where typical pub and comfort foods are elevated to uncommon heights.
River Valley
As the largest urban park in Canada, with more than 160 kilometres of maintained pathways and 20 major parks, the River Valley is a natural wonder for all Edmontonians to be proud of.
William Hawrelak Park
William Hawrelak Park is a 68 hectare park in the river valley featuring a 5 hectare lake and open grassy areas.
Sir Winston Churchill Square
Churchill Square is a great place to enjoy a relaxing lunch break, take a stroll with family and friends, or watch world-class performances and festivals year-round.
Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market
Edmonton's biggest indoor year round farmers' market. Fresh from the farm to your family!
Have Mercy Southern Table & Bar
Where we eat good food, drink booze, and talk loud! Delicious Southern food, wonderful whiskeys, craft cocktails and live entertainment in a honky-tonk just steps off Whyte Avenue! Have Mercy!
El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar
El Cortez specializes in modern Latin food and tequila. Located just off Whyte Avenue, El Cortez Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar is a creative combination of arresting décor, culinary arts, fine tequila and craft cocktails.
Fringe Theatre Adventures
Fringe Theatre Adventures produces the Edmonton International Fringe Theatre Festival, present a theatre arts season through Arts at the Barns, and operate and manage the ATB Financial Arts Barns.
Old Strathcona
Finding the perfect outfit at a chic boutique, sipping and socializing on a summer patio and enjoying world-class festivals, entertainment and live music are just a few of the incredible experiences that you will have in Old Strathcona and on Whyte Avenue.
High Level Bridge Streetcar
The High Level Bridge Streetcar route from the Alberta Arts Barn (Gateway Boulevard and 84 Ave) to Jasper Plaza (109 Street and 100 Ave) between May and October each year.
University of Alberta
Aspiring to be a great 21st century research and teaching institution, the U of A aims to uplift leaders of tomorrow by creating a learning and research environment that is similar to and competitive with the world’s finest universities.
Our Reviews
The Varscona team is empowered to do what it takes to ensure every guest’s experience is exceptional.
Sincere, unscripted and genuine service is our trademark.