Hotel VARA

Hotels
8.8 (1066 reviews)
49 Falmouth Road , Truro , GB
+44 1872 272450

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Business center
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean and spacious rooms
Cons:
Breakfast quality
Room ventilation issues
Value for money concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
9.19
The hotel was clean according to multiple reviews, though some found aspects of the bathroom small.
Service
9.66
Many reviews praised the staff for being friendly and attentive, indicating a high level of service.
Location
9.7
The location was frequently highlighted as excellent, with convenient access to local attractions.
Room Quality
8.15
Some reviews mentioned the rooms being large and comfortable, while others noted they were somewhat outdated or had ventilation issues.
Amenities
8.68
General satisfaction with hotel amenities like breakfast and parking, though some guests expressed dissatisfaction with the breakfast quality.
Value for Money
7.64
Several comments suggest that guests felt the hotel did not offer value for money, particularly concerning the room quality and breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.19
While breakfast options were described positively by some, there were notable complaints about its quality.
Overall Experience
9.16
The overall sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 15:11

Property Description

Charming Victorian Townhouse Hotel

Located in the heart of Truro, The Hotel VARA offers a charming Victorian townhouse setting for your stay. Stylish and Functional Spaces Newly renovated, the hotel features stylish communal areas including a breakfast room, bar, lounge, and meeting room, perfect for both work and relaxation. Delightful Dining and Amenities Indulge in a 'Scandi' style continental breakfast, enjoy a variety of beverages at the bar, and savor freshly prepared stone-baked pizzas. With en-suite rooms, complimentary WiFi, and dog-friendly options, The Hotel VARA ensures a comfortable stay. Book now to experience the perfect blend of convenience and comfort in Truro.

Important information:

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 applyThis property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: NQY

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1066 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.19
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 7.64
Food and Beverage: 8.19
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Amy • couple • gb
9
Good location, comfortable stay, good breakfast great staff.
Pros:

Easy to find
Parking spot with EV a bonus
Nice short walk to town
Easy route to hospital which is why we stayed
Good breakfast
Friendly welcoming staff
Nice bar and good
Comfortable beds and fan was a bonus for a stay in the heat

Cons:

Nothing
We used this place twice in two weeks for hospital visits

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Rudolf • couple • ch
9
Absolut zu empfehlen.
Pros:

Nettes zuvorkommendes Personal, gute Lage.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Easterbrook • solo_traveller • qa
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Reg • couple • gb
1
Complete and utter waste of money. We stay in numerous hotels and without doubt this is the poorest
Pros:

Breakfast was the poorest l have ever encountered.. it was like a canteen. The food was completely basic of basics. No hot food whatsoever, apart if you wanted to boil your own egg !

Cons:

The room (which was more like a broom cupboard) had very little light apart from a tiny fanlight that you couldn’t see out of next to the ceiling. A shower room that had no shelves to put your shampoo etc (which is a standard requirement) No shelves either in the bathroom itself to putany toiletries. No drawers whatsoever in the bedroom itself to put clothes, had to live out of my case, which had to be put on the bed as there was no room to put it. A wholly unacceptable woeful hotel that was more like l would imagine a hostel to be.

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Ruth • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • pt
8
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Robin • couple • gb
10
Just right!
Pros:

Clean and bright. Friendly helpful staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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LYNAGH-DAVENPORT • solo_traveller • gb
10
Excellent hotel.
Pros:

The staff were amazing. They were super helpful, polite and courteous. On arrival I was greeted with a welcoming smile & warm welcome by Eliot. I walk with a stick and have to my time on stairs. Eliot waa really kind and carried my bags up for me. At breakfast, one of the young ladies, Layla, was extremely helpful offering to carry my bowl and plate to the table. I really appreciated her help and the help of the other young ladies too. My room and all areas were super clean. I enjoyed my stay at hotel Vara, made all the more special by the lovely staff working there. I would highly recommend The Vara hotel.
Thank you for looking after me.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Susan • solo_traveller • gb
9
A very pleasant return visit.
Pros:

Comfortable and clean, conveniently situated close to the town.

Cons:

Only downside was my bedroom window opened out onto the car park but as I had only booked the previous day there was probably no other choice.

2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel, nicely decorated with great staff. Short walk to the town centre, with lots of recommendations from the Manager/Proprietor.

Cons:

Nothing, it was great

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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charanjit • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

very nice thanks

Cons:

to good

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Angela • solo_traveller • gb
7
A lovely independent hotel, Scandinavia food, evening menu limited
Pros:

Beautiful building, amazing stain glass window.

Cons:

No lift, I should have asked for a room close to the reception.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
7
I thought the offering on the whole was good, but always room for improvement.
Pros:

Generally, pretty good experience - staff friendly and professional, room clean and comfortable and walkable distance into town. Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

I would have liked the bed to have been 'made up' each day (not changed) and coffee/tea/ biscuit provisions replenished. Some nice artwork and interior styling generally, though staircase and corridors to Rooms 1-6 had 'no' art at all and so felt cold and bare as a result.

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • gb
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Fatima • couple • gb
6
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Tipu • solo_traveller • gb
10
Cosy, comfy and snug hotel with brilliant staff
Pros:

Everything. From smiling staff to the beautiful color pallette, corners and seating areas, food quality to bedroom comfort. Lovely place

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Thameen • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Everything OK

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee