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Royal Whitby

3.0 star property

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Reception
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Superior Double Room With Sea View
Family Room

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 June

Explore the area

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West Cliff, Whitby, England, YO21 3HA
  • Place, Whitby Pavilion
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whalebone Arch
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

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

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

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

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Standard Double Room With Sea View

Standard Double Room With Sea View

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

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Standard Single Room With Sea View

Standard Single Room With Sea View

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

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Standard Twin Room With Sea View

Standard Twin Room With Sea View

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

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Superior Double Room With Sea View

Superior Double Room With Sea View

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

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Superior Twin Room With Sea View

Superior Twin Room With Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Family Room

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cosy Double Room With Sea View

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

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Four Poster Room

Four Poster Room

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

About the area

Whitby

At Royal Whitby you'll be within steps of Whalebone Arch and Captain Cook Monument. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Whitby hotel include Whitby Harbour and North York Moors National Park.

What's nearby

  • Whitby Pavilion - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whitby Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beer O'Clock - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Badger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marie Antoinette's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Arch & Abbey - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Royal Whitby

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Royal Whitby also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and a fireplace in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Whitby hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 118 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1840
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Whitby offers 118 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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 transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 6 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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

  • Lift
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1840
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets 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: GBP 20 per pet, per night
    • 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 13.50 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 6 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 457 8386 39

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

The Royal Hotel
Royal Whitby Hotel
Royal Whitby Whitby
Royal Whitby Hotel Whitby

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Whitby?

Royal Whitby offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Whitby?

As of 16 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Whitby on 31 May 2026 start from AU$128, 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 Royal Whitby?

Yep, Royal Whitby has an uncovered self car park for GBP 6 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Whitby?

Yep, Royal Whitby is a short 2-minute walk from Whitby Beach.

Does Royal Whitby serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is on offer weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Whitby?

No, Royal Whitby does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Whitby?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Whitby?

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

Royal Whitby Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 610 out of 1374 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 435 out of 1374 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 203 out of 1374 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1374 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1374 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tilly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room so clean. Brand new and spot on. Four poster bed and the best view I have ever seen.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and bathroom were fab. Loved the breakfast too. Reception staff were great. Check in and out was very easy and our packed lunches were ready.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Beverley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great stay,room spotless and the staff were very nice. Only thing I could mention is that they could provide bigger plates in the breakfast room,not much bigger than a saucer. Other than that it was a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Yes ok but when central heating didn't work oil filled radiators provided that surfised and service was excellent breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Terence, Milton Keynes

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and clean. Drafts around the windows kept the temperature just comfortable during the windy weather. Restaurant and bars on site very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room clean, staff polite and helpful. Lovely Roast meal.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Brilliant staff and superb room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Leslie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Would have liked a newer room,this one was dated and need a new bath room suite.we had great views from our room,put draft from old wood frame windows.Food very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean,staff very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly. Receptionist was so polite. Looki g fresh inside
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Steve

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room was dated and cold
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Clean and c9mfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was freshly refurbished room 219 clean but smallish not what I would say deluxe/ superior
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very helpful staff and a fantastic bar with a lovely atmosphere even in january . One of the best breakfasts ive had in a hotel buffet style with very attentative staff. Rooms basic but clean with a comfy bed all you need really had a great 2 nights and would book again with no hesetation . Big thank you to all at the royal .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Upgraded to larger room on arrival, nice and warm, hot shower lovely view, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff great room
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All splendid. Marvellous short treat. Hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Guy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious , great view and staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Our room was lovely. Bear with the hotel during their refurb. What they have done so far is quirky but tasteful. Food was good and reasonable. Bit of a busy breakfast on Sunday which staff/ kitchen struggled to cope with. Apart from that, a great stay.
View from our room
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026