Whether you're visiting Truro to work or explore, Hotel VARA is an affordable ‘boutique’ sized hotel in a classic townhouse that sits in a leafy residential neighborhood. A short stroll takes you into the center of Truro where you can shop & browse around Cornwall’s capital city. The hotel has an informal, friendly atmosphere with Scandi-inspired social spaces. Relax with a drink in the bar or lounge, or find a quiet spot to work. Room sizes to suit solo travelers, couples, groups or families. Choose from single, double, twin, family, accessible and dog friendly rooms. There is also a studio room with kitchenette for longer stays. All rooms have en-suite bathroom or shower room, Review TV, complimentary WiFi and toiletries. Hotel VARA provides a ‘Scandi’ style continental breakfast, which is a relaxed help-yourself morning buffet. The INK bar stocks local Cornish drinks, specialty tea and barista coffee. Freshly cooked artisan pizzas (including vegan and gluten free) are available from 6pm to 9pm. There are 3 flexible meeting and events spaces for private hire, each set up to host online and hybrid meetings and presentations. These spaces are also available for private events and celebrations. Truro is centrally located with both the north and south coasts easily accessible for exploring or doing business in Cornwall. Hotel VARA is close to Truro station, offers secure bicycle storage, and there is a bus stop directly outside with regular buses to the center of Truro and Falmouth. There is free on-site parking. Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip. Hotel VARA has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 20 Mar 2013. For booking of 5 rooms or more, different policies and supplements will apply Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
7.6
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Susan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location good Staff went above and beyond Room we stayed in was lovely and comfortable
  • Lynda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent front of house on arrival, very informative. Good breakfast. Clean rooms with fans which we used as very hot night.
  • Derek
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was good value , nicely presented with very helpful staff, the room and bed was comfortable and in easy reach of the center of town.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel VARA
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business center
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Hotel VARA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Pets are only allowed in limited rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement with the property. Please contact the property before arrival to ensure rooms for pets are available.

For booking of 5 rooms or more, different policies and supplements will apply

For groups of 5 rooms or more specific deposit and cancellation policies apply

Please inform Hotel VARA of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Hotel VARA

  • Hotel VARA offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental

  • Hotel VARA is 2,450 feet from the center of Truro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Hotel VARA include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Single

  • Check-in at Hotel VARA is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at Hotel VARA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at Hotel VARA can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
    • Breakfast to go