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4.5 out of 5

"Great, cosy old house, clean modern bathroom. Great place to stay! " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 23 Oct 2019

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Hotel Description

Hotel VARA places you in the center of Truro, within just a 15-minute stroll of Hall for Cornwall and Royal Cornwall Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free self parking and a bar/lounge.

This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities.

Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 4-star Truro hotel include Truro Cathedral and Trelissick Gardens.

Cabin

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$160* Per night/room 30 Mar. - 31 Mar.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Super King Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Double Room, Accessible

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel VARA ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hotel VARA

Couples (2)
5 out of 5
Great, cosy old house, clean modern bathroom. Great place to stay!

Posted by on 23 Oct. 2019

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Comment from Hotel Management

31 Oct. 2019 by Merchant House Team

Thank you for your lovely feedback; we are pleased to hear you enjoyed a comfortable and cosy stay with us and hope to welcome you back again soon.

4 out of 5

A comfortable alternative

Pros: Options to relax
Cons: Expanded meal options
Location: Good eateries in thetown centre about 5 minutes drive
An excellent hotel in which to relax. The staff are attentive, the afternoon tea and cake is delightful, the breakfast is value. Highly recommend.

Posted by on 16 Apr. 2018

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Comment from Hotel Management

17 Apr. 2018 by Merchant House

Thank you for your lovely review, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed a relaxing stay with us and received our traditional warm and friendly service. We are pleased to hear you indulged in our homemade cake and tea on your arrival and our freshly cooked Full English Breakfast in the morning. We hope to welcome you back again soon.

Property Features

There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. 2 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Truro Station (2.5 km / 1.6 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Desk chair

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 10:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets: GBP 10 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

Policies

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. Contactless check-out is available.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 7:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 10:00 PM
  • Debit cards
  • Staffed front desk
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not wear personal protective equipment
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Fees

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 10 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.