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The Whalebone Arch

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Whitby Beach

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Traditional building with a bay window and symmetrical entrance.
Relax in comfort with a view of the street, a television for entertainment, and ample storage space.
Enter a beautifully appointed room with a herringbone-patterned floor, a chandelier, and a large mirror.
Cozy retreat with a high ceiling, stone wall, and fireplace, featuring a comfortable bed and armchair.
Stairs lead to a carpeted landing with a table and lamp.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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3 Argyle Road, Whitby, England, YO21 3HS
  • Whitby Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Whitby Pavilion
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Whitby Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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2-King 1st Floor, Bay Window | Free WiFi, bed sheets

2-King 1st Floor, Bay Window

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 177 sq ft
  • Bay view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1-King , 1st Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1-King , 1st Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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6-King , 1st Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

6-King , 1st Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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5-King, Ground Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

5-King, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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4-King 2nd Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

4-King 2nd Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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3-Small King 2nd Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

3-Small King 2nd Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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7-King Bay Window Ground Floor | Free WiFi, bed sheets

7-King Bay Window Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Whitby

Close to the beach.With a stay at this Whitby guesthouse, you'll be steps from Towbar Express Stadium and a 5-minute walk from Whitby Beach. Whitby Pavilion and Pannett Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Whitby Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whitby Pavilion - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whalebone Arch - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Magpie Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Fishermans Wife - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Little Angel Inn - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Moon & Sixpence - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Quayside - ‬12 min walk

About this property

The Whalebone Arch

3.5-star guest house near Whitby Beach
As a guest of The Whalebone Arch, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Whitby guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
The Whalebone Arch offers 7 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 50.0 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Whalebone Arch have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Whalebone Arch.

How much does it cost to stay at The Whalebone Arch?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Whalebone Arch on Aug 5, 2025 start from $101.17, excluding 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.

How close is The Whalebone Arch to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 4-minute walk from Whitby Beach and 6.1 mi (16-min drive) from Robin Hood's Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Whalebone Arch offer free breakfast?

The Whalebone Arch does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Whalebone Arch?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Whalebone Arch?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Whalebone Arch?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does The Whalebone Arch have a pool?

The Whalebone Arch does not have a pool.

Does The Whalebone Arch have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Whalebone Arch to downtown Whitby?

The Whalebone Arch is 0.5 mi away from Whitby.

The Whalebone Arch Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that a lot of thought was put into the additions to the room and helpful folder . I was worried that I'd be woke up by seagulls or other guests but definitely no thin walls here . Nice to be able to walk to see the beach in less than a minute and Long King restaurant if you're hungry . We found being close to a bus stop very handy too . A great place to stay .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grzegorz

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

The best place I have been to in UK

This is the best place that ever stay not only in England but UK. Clean, qyeut and everything in good condition. Close to coast and 13 min walk or you can catch bus (bus stop 1 min away) to centre. Small fridge was provided which helps if you want to keep some fruits or jogurt. Everything thing worked perfectly. Shower, TV, kettle. Found nice book with all informations that I needed for my stay but also few recommended restaurants and places to see. Highly recommend to stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Brilliant stay

Ideal place to stay, ten minute walk to town centre.We could even see the sea from our room. Brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room. Had everything we needed. Great information provided. The only slighly negative thing was that the shower was a bit small, but the water was hot! Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

colin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Great stay but cold room.

Great location, spotlessly clean. The room was cold and you couldn’t turn the heating up as it was blocked. A long walk to find anywhere to eat. On the plus side, very well organised and very clean. Would I go again? maybe in the summer when it’s warmer and the heating isn’t an issue.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean well maintained, helpful instructions and good provisions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne

Traveled with partner
Room no 2 at whalebone arch was lovely and clean with a sea view.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room and location are lovely, parking sorted, excellent, efficient and clean, top marks from us👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Perfect

Sea view from part of the double aspect windows. Fridge in room and glasses etc provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

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

Amazing 👏

Beautiful hotel , rooms fantastic, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Hidden gem

Fabulous throughout. Lovely personal touches inside
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place very clean & convenient for town centre . Large bathroom , only slight criticism was the small shower & the position of the shower holder . The size of the bathroom would have leant itself for a larger shower
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Self explanatory with the star system
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent from start to finish! Highly recommended and a great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Very nice indeed - no staff seen - but everything of a good standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

satisfaction guaranteed

excellent hotel spotlessly clean and comfortable. faultless service.car parking arrangements were good. fully recommend this hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023