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 neighbourhood. A short stroll takes you into the centre 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 travellers, 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, Freeview 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, speciality 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 centre of Truro and Falmouth. There is free on-site parking. Our single rooms, Cabin Double Rooms & studio room are not dog friendly.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 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
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.9

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Mark
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Hotel was immaculate and very tastefully and stylishly decorated. The host and his staff were exemplary in their attention. Room was very cosy and super clean and fresh. The food was perfect and open fire in the lounge a lovely treat.
  • Ruth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The 2 staff we met were excellent. Both charming and attentive. Elliot was on duty that evening, he was on reception, bar, and he cooked us a lovely pizza. Being able to use the car park from earlier in the day on arrival was a big help for us...
  • Liz
    Australia Australia
    We showed up very early and we're able to leave our luggage while we explored the town. The hotel was a little way from the town centre up a hill but we walked down the one street to get to the centre, it was very easy.
  • Steve
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Elliot is a credit to the business and added an extra layer of professionalism and value to my stay. I've stayed in hundreds of hotels with my work over the years and he was genuinely the best Concierge I have met. The energy and charisma he...
  • Elaine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel was easy to find following our arrival in Truro at the train station and situated in an ideal area to access the City centre. The staff were very friendly and helpful and we enjoyed the breakfast provided.
  • Svetlana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was great and ambience and attention of the stuff was remarkable. we enjoyed staying here - bed was very comfy and the room was cozy
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good parking, great location, the decor was unique and very homely. Staff were very friendly and couldn’t help us enough. The breakfast was amazing too.
  • Paul
    Germany Germany
    Great location for visiting the centre of Truro or for taking day drives around Cornwall. The hotel has easy parking and easy access. Room was very comfortable. I was able to leave my luggage and car there early. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
  • Lisa
    Germany Germany
    The hotel is beautifully furnished and had every modern amenity one could ask for. Service was very friendly, and the food was exceptional, especially compared to various other hotels in England on this trip. We had breakfast and dinner in the...
  • Sanjay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent value simplistic but very effective stay were exceptional

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hotel VARA
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • 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 be applicable.

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 possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Business centre
    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
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English
  • French

House rules
Hotel VARA takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercardMaestro Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-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 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

FAQs about Hotel VARA

  • Room options at Hotel VARA include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Family
    • Studio
    • Single

  • The prices at Hotel VARA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Hotel VARA can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.4).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

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

  • Hotel VARA is 800 yards from the centre of Truro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hotel VARA is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

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

    • Bicycle rental