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Hotel VARA

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

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Exterior
Studio Room
Restaurant
Lounge
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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49 Falmouth Road, Truro, England, TR1 2HL
  • Place, Hall for Cornwall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Truro Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Trelissick Gardens
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Accessible

Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Cosy Single Room

Cosy Single Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 5 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Cosy Double Room

Cosy Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio Room

Studio Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
Deep-soaking bath
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cabin

Cabin

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Truro

Hotel VARA places you in the centre 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-property class Truro hotel include Truro Cathedral and Trelissick Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Hall for Cornwall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lemon St Market - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Royal Cornwall Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Truro Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Trelissick Gardens - 8 min drive - 8.6 km

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
  • ‪Try Dowr (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hub Box - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Skinner's Brewery - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Hotel VARA

Hotel with free parking, 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 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 bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. 25-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. An iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 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 lift
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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
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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel VARA?

Hotel VARA offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel VARA?

As of 26 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel VARA on 1 Nov 2025 start from AU$202.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Hotel VARA?

Yep, Hotel VARA has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel VARA?

The closest beach to Hotel VARA is Fistral Beach (18.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel VARA?

No, Hotel VARA does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel VARA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.