Enjoy your visit to Truro with a stay at Hotel VARA. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and bike cleaning are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, French, German
At a glance
Hotel size
30 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 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 more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free uncovered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Bicycle tour information
Working away
3 meeting rooms
Coworking spaces
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Bike cleaning
Bike storage
Facilities
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Bicycle parking
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Comprehensive recycling policy
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
25-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Also known as
Merchant House Hotel Truro
Merchant House Hotel
Merchant House Truro
Merchant House
Merchant Truro
Merchant House Truro
Carlton Hotel Truro
Merchant House Guesthouse Truro
Merchant House Guesthouse
Merchant House
Hotel VARA Hotel
Hotel VARA Truro
Hotel VARA Hotel Truro
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel VARA offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel VARA does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel VARA?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel VARA?
Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel VARA?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel VARA and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Hall for Cornwall (10-min walk) and Royal Cornwall Museum (12-min walk), along with Truro Cathedral (13-min walk) and Trelissick Gardens (4.4 mi).
What's the area around Hotel VARA like?
Hotel VARA is in the heart of Truro, a short 10-minute walk from Hall for Cornwall and 13 minutes' walk from Truro Cathedral.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 14, 2024
John
John, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2024
Elliot
Elliot, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Food was great and hotel comfortable, The only issue is no lift for disabled people. Would stay again.
Beth
Beth, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
Natalie
Natalie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
A lovely hotel, exceeded our expectations and so close to the city centre. Friendly staff, very clean and fabulous breakfast. We would highly recommend.
Lorna
Lorna, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
Very friendly staff excellent room
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 1, 2024
Room ok, basic, only a hand held shower, couldn’t shower without soaking the room, and generally v old fashioned bathroom
Julie
Julie, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jun 16, 2024
Staff very friendly and helpful. Spacious areas for guests. Bus stop right outside.
Keith
Keith, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2024
Very nice hotel and well-suited to cycling holiday
I was cycling Lands End to John O'Groat and this was a fine hotel for that - very close to the National Cycling route, safe storage and battery charging facility, comfortable bed, lovely breakfast.
Barry
Barry, 2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good
May 27, 2024
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1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2024
Staff were very friendly and helpfull.within walking distance of Truro city centre
michael
michael, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very Good
May 4, 2024
Very clean, comfortable beds. Good continental breakfast.
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Apr 3, 2024
For clients arriving by foot from the train it’s a long slog up the hill. Also I don’t think there’s a lift.
Otherwise nice hotel, well run with modern decor.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2024
Enjoyed my stay.
Stuart
Stuart, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2024
Hotel was amazing and host\owner Tim was exceptional. Extremely comfortable room, bed was great, free breakfast had a lot.to.offer. great location walking distance to Hall.of Cornwall. Tim put every ounce of his extensive hospitality background into this.property and has done it well. i will be recommending the Hotel Vara to others and will definitely return when I come back to Cornwall.
renee
renee, 1-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2024
We loved this hotel. While renovation of the entire property is ongoing, and we did turn down an upgrade to I suspect a newly renovated room, we found our Room #20 to be snug, quiet and comfortable.
Breakfast was delicious and provided sufficient variety with the option for cooked to order dishes. The breakfast space was lovely.
We had dinner in on our second night and thoroughly enjoyed sitting by the fire eating our delicious pizzas.
Jo
Jo, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2023
Lovely hotel. I had sudden trip to Truro to visit a family member in hospital and the staff were just…nice people. I particularly appreciated them being around to check me in even though I arrived on a late train.
Sophie
Sophie, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 19, 2023
Ok
Staff were lovely but the room wasn't as nice as the pictures. Only one towel and mug and the room was boiling as the radiator was on max. Also the pots set out for the jam at breakfast had what looked like tartar sauce in them.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2023
Friendly helpful staff.
Lovely downstairs renovation but rooms / bathroom need a refit.
Breakfast okay would have liked a little more choice but adequate and i expect if you asked could have something different