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Reimagined Deluxe King with a king bed, workspace, and dark wood furniture at the Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Reimagined Deluxe King

Step into our newly designed Deluxe King. Enjoy a plush king bed, an ergonomic workstation, and the simple luxury of Illy coffee, all just steps from Whyte Avenue's vibrant energy.

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Reimagined Deluxe Two Doubles with two double beds, workspace, and dark wood furniture at the Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Reimagined Deluxe Two Doubles

Discover the newly designed Deluxe Double, a peaceful escape designed for shared comfort. This beautifully appointed room features two cozy double beds and a convenient work desk, ideal for families or friends traveling together.

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Not Just on Whyte. Part of It.

From Fringe Festival stages to farmers’ markets, late-night jazz to alleyway murals - Old Strathcona is alive with creativity and character. It’s not just a neighbourhood you visit. It’s one you experience. 

Wake up steps from pop-ups, pour-overs, and impromptu street performances. We’ll point you to the bookstore that serves bourbon, the speakeasy behind the record shop, and the best back lane for mural-spotting. 

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Tempting spread of gourmet dishes including a flatbread pizza, lamb chops, and french fries at the Varscona Hotel on Whyte

Ampersand 27: Alberta Flavour, Global Twist

Where Alberta-grown ingredients meet bold, worldly flavours - and the gin flows just right. 

Start with a pre-show cocktail or wind down after a meeting. Stay for the share plates, linger for the conversation. As night falls, the lights dim, the mood shifts, and Whyte Ave hums just outside. 

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A green outline icon of a cocktail in a martini glass with a straw and a lime slice from the Varscona Hotel on Whyte

One of Edmonton’s best gin collections

Logo of OpentTable Diners' Choice 2024 used at Varscona Hotel on Whyte

2024 OpenTable Diners' Choice Award Recipient

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Alberta-grown ingredients, globally inspired

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Valentine's Dinner & Stay

Celebrate Valentine’s with a three-course dinner, prosecco, live guitar, and an overnight stay—finished with a 2pm late checkout.

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Breakfast + Parking On Us

A Little Extra, On Us

Hearty breakfast. Parking sorted.

For winter stays through March 31, breakfast and parking are included — making it even easier to stay right on Whyte.

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Date Night on Whyte

A proper date night—$100 dining credit at Ampersand 27 and 2pm late checkout at Varscona Hotel.

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Jurassic World by Brickman: A Dino-Mite Stay

A family-friendly stay with tickets to TELUS World of Science – Edmonton and a few dino surprises to take home. Big adventure included.

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Settle In. Stay Longer. Save 20%

Enjoy 20% off stays of 7 nights or more at Varscona Hotel, a quieter, neighbourhood stay made for settling in.

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In Town for Work? This Isn’t Just Business.

Fast Wi-Fi. Quiet rooms. Early breakfast. A real desk and real coffee, by Illy. Skip the beige and stay somewhere with personality. 

Perfect for academics, consultants, and anyone who prefers local charm over chain  

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The location is perfect 

There’s nothing to complain about this hotel here on Whyte Avenue in Edmonton. The location is perfect with everything within walking distance. No shortage of restaurants and shops to keep your entertained. Heck even downtown if you’re willing to walk is only like 30 minutes away. Just cross the high level bridge. The hotel itself was clean and quiet, and the staff was friendly and personable. I would definitely return here on my next visit to Edmonton.

YODAMAN S

FANTASTIC LOCATION!!!!!

This is a real nicely appointed hotel. Rooms are big the bed is super comfy and rooms are clean. Service is excellent and the street its on is awesome. Close to amazing resturants just fantastic choices to eat!!!

BRETTPAULNATALIE
2021-07-01

A Gem of a Hotel

This is a gem of a hotel. The staff could not have been more helpful and arranged at my request a kettle and a microwave for my room. The staff were easy to reach and just excellent. I could open a window in the room and also completely control the temperature of the room. It was very clean and had everything I needed. It is within a block of several restaurants. I will definitely stay here again when in Edmonton.

JOYCE P.

Hotel was beautiful

Hotel was beautiful, very clean..staff was wonderful and we loved the Ampersand 27 restaurant and their staff …would definitely recommend

LAURA P.

A Beautiful boutique hotel 

A Beautiful boutique hotel with amazing service food and beer selection!! We will be back!

BRAD F.