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Royal Whitby

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Located close to Whitby Harbour, Royal Whitby provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and a fireplace in the lobby. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a restaurant.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a door.

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a radiator, and a door.

Standard Single Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a mirror.

Standard Double Room With Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a purple chair, and a door leading to another room.

Standard Single Room With Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden desk, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Twin Room With Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, and a desk with a chair.

Superior Double Room With Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small table.

Superior Twin Room With Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, a window with curtains, and a small seating area with a chair.

Cosy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a headboard, a desk with a chair, a round mirror, and a wardrobe.

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, a window with curtains, and a small seating area with a chair.

Cosy Double Room With Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(35 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A four-poster bed with a red blanket, a desk with a chair, a television on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Four Poster Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Whitby, Royal Whitby is near a train station and near the beach. Whitby Pavilion and Whitby Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Whalebone Arch and Captain Cook Monument. Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science are also worth visiting. Visit our Whitby travel guide
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West Cliff, Whitby, England, YO21 3HA

What's nearby

  • A historic theatre with a red facade, a café, and a cinema.
    Whitby Pavilion
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A historic castle with ruins, surrounded by residential buildings and a grassy hill.
    Whalebone Arch
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A coastal town with a prominent church on a hill, houses along the shore, and a beach.
    Whitby Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A large, historic stone cathedral with multiple arches and towers, surrounded by grassy fields and a partly cloudy sky.
    Whitby Abbey
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A coastal town with historic buildings, a castle on a hill, and boats docked at the harbor.
    Whitby Harbour
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station
    10 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Magpie Cafe
    4 min walk
  • The Fat Badger
    1 min walk
  • The Fisherman's Wife
    2 min walk
  • Mr Cooper's Coffee House
    8 min walk
  • Abbey Wharf
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (GBP 8 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 13.50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1840
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and 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

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 13.50 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: GBP 8 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 457 8386 39

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Is Royal Whitby pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for GBP 8 per night.

What time is check-in at Royal Whitby?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Royal Whitby?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Royal Whitby located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Whalebone Arch and Whitby Harbour. Captain Cook Monument and Whitby Beach are just steps away. Whitby Station is 10 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Royal Whitby Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 757 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 505 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 224 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 1614 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1614 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, great hotel on a beautiful positive with far reaching views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, breakfast really good, very clean. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely stay. The Receptionist was very helpful & gave us a room with a view of the Harbour. Breakfast was good & the bar staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel grate location and nice food
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated, lovely hotel, helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic nights stay. The room was huge, with a stunning view over the bay and Whitby Abbey. Bar area was warm and friendly, and the restaurant was beautiful with a good menu and great food. Will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was very good & staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient. Everything is walking distance.very clean room. Dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The hotel is fantastic the food was class and some staff were extremely helpful the whole place was a find but free parking no it was £8 a night .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and character of the hotel and the staff were helpful and efficient. There wasnt anything we didn’t like and would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was i credible, the hotel is so quirky and interesting, staff very professional and attentive
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Central to everything, very clean and friendly, lovely breakfast ( event held there was fab too) Bathroom on the small side, bed a little bit hard for me.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful reception staff. We stayed in a deluxe room which was very modern, clean and had a comfortable large bed and very good facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff very helpful ,great bar
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Brilliant Stay for us. Came to see the Band on Saturday night. Had a fantastic meal in the restraunt. its like going back in time on the ground floor. Stunning. definatly will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view from our room of the Abbey
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were lovely food was great will definitely stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, view and breakfast was fab
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay, staff where great
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The views from our room were fabulous and the bar and terrace were great. Some noise from the guests above during the night. Staff were friendly and our little dog enjoyed it too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On the whole great. We had a renovated room which was well designed and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Food and service very good we had breakfast, lunch and dinner and drinks. Room dreary and very tired. Lobby and restaurant very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked 2 twin rooms for the weekend, easy check in,staff friendly, rooms big,and clean, very nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Would definitely stay there again. Smack bang in the middle of the town with fantastic views
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026