Hotel VARA

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Hall for Cornwall

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Exterior
Interior entrance
Lounge
Studio Room | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Restaurant

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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49 Falmouth Road, Truro, England, TR1 2HL
  • Place, Hall for Cornwall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Cornwall Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Truro Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, Accessible

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Cosy Single Room

  • 54 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Truro

Hotel VARA places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Hall for Cornwall and Royal Cornwall Museum. This 30-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Hall for Cornwall - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lemon St Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Royal Cornwall Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Truro Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Truro Station - 18 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thomas Daniell - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪108 Coffee House - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hub Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Try Dowr (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hooked - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Hotel VARA

Hotel with free parking, near Hall for Cornwall
At Hotel VARA, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can assist with concierge services and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a banquet hall and a TV in a common area.
25-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and free tea bags/instant coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property provides to-go breakfast, beverages, and afternoon treat. Check-in ends strictly at 7 PM and guests are advised to provide an estimated arrival time.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Merchant House Hotel Truro
Merchant House Hotel
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Carlton Hotel Truro
Merchant House Guesthouse Truro
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Hotel VARA Hotel
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Hotel VARA Hotel Truro

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel VARA?

Hotel VARA provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see close to Hotel VARA?

This hotel is located in Truro, a short 10-minute walk from Hall for Cornwall and also 13 minutes on foot from Truro Cathedral. You'll also find Lemon St Market and Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel VARA?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Hotel VARA feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel VARA doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel VARA?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hotel VARA a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and kitchenettes.

Does Hotel VARA have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel VARA feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel VARA doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Hotel VARA allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Hotel VARA for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel VARA?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Hotel VARA?

The closest major airport to Hotel VARA is Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall), which is 19.9 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel VARA?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel VARA.