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Royal Whitby

3.0 star property

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A reception area with a central counter, two columns, and a chandelier.
Four Poster Room
A bar with wooden tables and leather booths, a bartender, and shelves stocked with bottles.
Family Room
A bar area with wooden flooring, leather bar stools, and a chandelier.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July

Explore the area

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West Cliff, Whitby, England, YO21 3HA
  • Place, Whitby Pavilion
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(82 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(48 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room With Sea View

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
(32 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Double Room With Sea View

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
(26 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Superior Twin Room With Sea View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room

Family Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Cosy Double Room With Sea View

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
(29 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Four Poster Room

Four Poster Room

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Whitby

Royal Whitby places you steps from Whitby Beach and within a 15-minute stroll of Whitby Harbour. 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 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Whitby hotel include North York Moors National Park and Robin Hood's Bay Beach.

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
  • ‪The Fat Badger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of York - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Beer O'Clock - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Horse Inn - ‬9 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 8 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 8 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 11 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Whitby on 19 July 2026 start from AU$172, 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 8 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 670 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 466 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 210 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 86 out of 1475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1475 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good rooms nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable accommodation and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pawel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel and a fabulous location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, nice old building. Great value for money, enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brillant location pleasant staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Greta breakfast clean room and great staff definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really well presented, friendly staff, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic newly renovated room, with fantastic views over Whitby.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Look forward to returning soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel good food nice rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was good staff really welcoming nothing to much trouble.room clean but was tired deco.all areas of hotel were clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room, great location, bar is amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in one of the refurbished family rooms and it was stunning
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was spotless and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful & friendly staff, clean room & comfortable enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was newly renovated, clean and spacious. The staff were very courteous and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bar and restaurant was excellent the food and drink was wonderful, our room was so big but very dated and does need a refresh , staff really nice
Large room
Great sunsets
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Cameron

Hotel is nice,
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Peter

Clean room, good bar with great food! Internet worked fine and room had a nice big TV!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic stay. Renovations ongoing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Sea view rooms overlook the town and harbour with wonderful views to the Abbey. The bar is lively and well run with plenty of staff. The breakfast is buffet style with lots of options and the restaurant room has nice decor.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kieren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Can't say anything negative about the property, just about to book it again... perfect for what I wanted,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. Just quality produce used. The hotel was fresh funky and extremely clean. Hotel staff were friendly knowledgable and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location Hotel has had an updage and looks amazing . Fat badger bar perfect decor Breakfast is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026