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Hotel VARA

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Hall for Cornwall

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Exterior
Lounge
Point of interest
Studio Room
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
49 Falmouth Road, Truro, England, TR1 2HL
  • Lemon St Market
    9 min walk
  • The Baba Indian Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Truro Station
    18 min walk
  • Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    34 min drive

Room options

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Studio Room

Studio Room

  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cabin

Cabin

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Accessible

Double Room, Accessible

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Single Room

Cosy Single Room

  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Truro

City center stay.Within a 15-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Hall for Cornwall and Royal Cornwall Museum. Also, Truro Cathedral is within 2 miles (3 km) and Trelissick Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Lemon St Market - 9 min walk
  • Hall for Cornwall - 10 min walk
  • Royal Cornwall Museum - 12 min walk
  • Truro Cathedral - 13 min walk
  • Trelissick Gardens - 7 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Try Dowr - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hall for Cornwall - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Skinner's Brewery - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel VARA

4-star hotel near Hall for Cornwall
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 3 meeting rooms and coworking spaces are available.

Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel VARA also features coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Truro hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel VARA offers 30 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)

Things to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 25-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

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

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Laptop-friendly 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 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.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is 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

Hotel VARA Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 274 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 274 reviews" "

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 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was great and hotel comfortable, The only issue is no lift for disabled people. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel, exceeded our expectations and so close to the city centre. Friendly staff, very clean and fabulous breakfast. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff excellent room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Room ok, basic, only a hand held shower, couldn’t shower without soaking the room, and generally v old fashioned bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and helpful. Spacious areas for guests. Bus stop right outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpfull.within walking distance of Truro city centre
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable beds. Good continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Chris, Rye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Amenities
Enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

renee

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Heather

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Epsom

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent facilities well worth a visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Shaz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Actually we were disappointed, we have been heavily overcharged for the services offered. (i) No shower arrangements only hair wash facility & bath, no soap/shower gel provided (ii) Bathroom was not suitable for family use, very limited space to put toiletries and hang towels (iii) the ceiling over the bath was too low, we banged our heads a couple of times coming out of the bath (iii) No hot breakfast provided (iv) same breakfast every day, main items cheese/salami slices, bread & croissants & cereals The accommodation didn't worth £150/day, we should be compensated
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Baljinder

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, highly recommend hospitality was on point and the customer service was excellent 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place to stay. The atmosphere was lovely, the room was spacious and breakfast was lovely. Also had pizza and drinks in their bar.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023