About this property
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 private 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, 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. Our single rooms, Cabin Double Rooms & studio room are not dog friendly.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Susan
United Kingdom
“Spotlessly clean, close to the centre,, quiet, everything provided for. Good breakfast.” - Nicola
United Kingdom
“Every detail had been very carefully considered. From the design and decor to the quality of the breakfast options, this felt like a continental treat in a beautiful English city. Would highly recommend.” - Jules
United Kingdom
“Comfortable beds. Lovely lounge,bar area and plenty of parking. Good location for everything in Truro.” - Hussain
Maldives
“It’s a perfect place to stay with family. The property owner is so welcoming and always keeps in touch with the guests.” - Patouille
Switzerland
“The hotel is very nice, rooms are spacious and very clean. The bed was very confortable, i had a very good sleep that i didn't have for a long time. The breakfast, continental version, was also good.” - Anna
United Kingdom
“Beautifully furnished and decorated, lovely breakfast.” - Susan
United Kingdom
“Location good Staff went above and beyond Room we stayed in was lovely and comfortable” - Lynda
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
“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.” - Zach
United States
“Gorgeous old English house. When you walk in the decor and ambiance is top notch. There is a fireplace in a beautiful lobby where I spent a good amount of my time. I had large room and it was indeed very spacious and clean. Brisk walk down the...”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.



The fine print
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.