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The Shepherd's Purse

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Whitby, near North York Moors National Park

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The Shepherd's Purse provides a charming base for exploring Whitby's coastal attractions. Travelers can stay connected with WiFi available in common areas while enjoying the benefits of a completely smoke-free environment.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double-Room 4)

Basic Double Room, Ensuite (Small Double-Room 4)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 2)

Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 2)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Garden View (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Brass Bed-Room 3)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Brass Bed-Room 3)

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Brass Bed-Room 3)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)

Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)

Superior Double Room, Hot Tub (Four Poster bed-Room 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Luxury Suite, Ensuite (The Dove Loft )

Luxury Suite, Ensuite (The Dove Loft )

Luxury Suite, Ensuite (The Dove Loft )

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
The Old Workshops, Sanders Yard, Whitby, England, YO22 4DU

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whalebone Arch - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Whitby Pavilion - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 6 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Moon & Sixpence - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hadley’s Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of York - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Esk Vaults - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Shepherd's Purse

Guesthouse near North York Moors National Park
The Shepherd's Purse provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Additional perks include:
  • Smoke-free premises

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Shepherd's Purse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Shepherd's Purse?

Check-in start time: 12:30 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shepherd's Purse?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Shepherd's Purse located?

Situated in Whitby, this guesthouse is steps from Captain Cook Memorial Museum and St Mary's Church. Whitby Abbey and Pannett Park are also within 10 minutes. Whitby Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

The Shepherd's Purse Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.6

Eco-friendliness

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really clean and staff really friendly definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel right in the heart of Whitby, lots of restaurants around and a short walk from the famous 199 steps. Good value and friendly staff. The supply of shampoo and conditioner was a thoughtful addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It is a hidden Gem

Absolute hidden Gem the owners are so accommodating and have thought of everything
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, in the center of Whitby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good comfy bed, good location nicely decorated. Things that could have been better - a couple of coat hangers, a fan or summer duvet as the bed and room were very hot at night. Nice touch of wine glasses but could do with a fridge for the wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property lovely and clean friendly staff and a pure little gem
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect

Perfect location for the town. Lovely bathroom amenities and jacuzzi bath.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bethany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stay

Absolutely beautiful Little room and beautiful courtyard, would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem

Lovely little hidden gem to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louisianax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful hidden gem

This was a lovely little hideaway right in the middle of town but tucked away and quiet. Very comfortable and clean room with a balcony over the beautiful courtyard, and delicious food just next door. Perfect spot to relax and unwind, and see all the sights of Whitby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little oasis.

What a lovely place to stay, a proper little oasis! Cosy room, rain shower and quality toiletries. Ignore hotels.com comment that states towels and bedding not included, they definitely are.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Amazing place to stay, would recommend it to everyone, warm, clean and everything you need for a short break, minutes from the Main Street and all the amenities it also has a beautiful garden to relax in with a glass of wine. Can’t wait to go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room, whilst small, was cozy and the bed was comfortable. The garden was also quiet and really nice to sit in at the end of the day. The only problem was the walls were very thin and you could hear everything from the upstairs room which made it hard to sleep with noisy guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic location and awesome place 5star

Amazing room great location outside was lovely area seats fish lights and decor . Huge bed and bath seating area sofa and flat lounge type bed tvs each room best room I have ever had in uk utter bliss little accessories added character books yoga mat lots of charm have posted and recommended to others already only downfall wish stayed longer x thank you for making our break special loved the loft room others looked awesome too !! Smellies all where lush too x
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nicely done and clean Only one side of bed accesible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very small room . Quite noisy , very thin walls , unfortunately wouldn’t stay again despite it been clean and central
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

We didn’t actually see anybody on arrival or during our stay, our key was in the door when we arrived. The room was clean and cosy. Unfortunately we didn’t have enough coffee for the cafetière, or loose leaf tea although there were containers for both. We also ran out of milk on the first day it wasn’t replenished while we were out for the day and didn’t realise until the evening, thankfully a local cafe was open and helped us out. The room wasn’t serviced during our stay, this could just be a misunderstanding on our part as to the type of accommodation we had booked (I was thinking hotel). We did have a lovely stay however and it would not put us off coming again (just with more of our own tea/coffee/toiletries.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Such a good stay. The Dove Loft was clean and beautiful. With two rooms it's perfect for a couple like us who enjoyed the space. The room felt really special and I can't thank them enough for being available on the phone when we arrived late and helping us find the place. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely accommodation in the centre of Whitby

Lovely little accommodation, hidden from the hustle & bustle of Whitby's shopping streets. Very clean, facilities were good, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was a true hidden gem in Whitby. It was beautifully presented and well equipped for our stay. I would highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Right in the heart of everything

Really close to everything. So cute and quaint and the owners were very friendly and helpful when we got lost 😂. 100% would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A delightful little nook

Cute little place off the quaint pedestrian streets. It is very very small ( you could only get to one side of the smallish double bed ) and sits off a little courtyard so not a conventional hotel. The area is great, it's close to the steps up to the abbey. The quality of the decor and furnishings was very good. No breakfast but a kettle and fresh coffee is provided and an excellent " hipster type" bakery about 50 yds away on the street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing apartment arrangement in the loft suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Alistair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good central location, clean accommodation, friendly people, down side was off site parking, as we could not get parked anywhere near accommodation,, having said that wouls stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place to stay

What a fantastic little hidden gem to stay in, absolutely spotless and very easy to communicate with the owners, thoroughly enjoyed our stay there and would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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