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Royal Whitby

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Whitby Harbour

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Reception
Bar (on property)
Superior Double Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Bar

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 | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(23 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room With Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room With Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room With Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room With Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Twin Room With Sea View | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Room With Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cosy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cosy Double Room With Sea View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Four Poster Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Four Poster Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Whitby

Close to the beach.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Whalebone Arch and Captain Cook Monument. Whitby Beach and Whitby Pavilion are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Whitby Pavilion - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Whalebone Arch - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 10 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marie Antoinette's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Clara's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Duke of York - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Royal Whitby

3-star hotel near Whitby Harbour
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 a 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
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Royal Whitby offers 118 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

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

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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 6 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

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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: 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 each 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

Does Royal Whitby have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Royal Whitby.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Whitby?

As of May 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Whitby on May 31, 2026 start from $114, 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.

How close is Royal Whitby to the beach?

This hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Whitby Beach and 2.1 mi (7-min drive) from West Cliff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Royal Whitby offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Royal Whitby, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 13.50 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Royal Whitby?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Royal Whitby?

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

Is there free parking at Royal Whitby?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 6 per night.

Does Royal Whitby have a pool?

Royal Whitby does not have a pool.

Does Royal Whitby have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Royal Whitby have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Royal Whitby to downtown Whitby?

Royal Whitby is 0.1 mi away from West Cliff.

Royal Whitby Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 427 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 202 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1347 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1347 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Guy

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was a lot of decorating going on particularly along our corridor, and they are presumably going to improve all bedrooms eventually. We were pleasantly surprised by how good the hotel was. Bar area really good and very busy. Being able to pre book parking is a bonus and worth doing. Breakfast slightly disappointing as they kept running out of things and there were a few queues but what we had was good and it was very busy. Would definitely stay there again. It doesn't appear to be a Shearings hotel anymore .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes clean room.great stay polite and curteous staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean very well serviced and towels changed. The only criticism would be a daily jug of water to use the kettle would make it perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were amazing, especially Mellissa at the front desk. We loved the whole hotels it was all brand new with a steam punk look. We will be back soon
Coolest men’s W/C
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Julie

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Baljinder

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly refurbished
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a four poster room and it was absolutely beautiful. Very clean and comfortable. The other main thing for us as it's winter is that the room was lovely and warm. Nothing too much trouble for the staff. The Fat Badger bar and restaurant is an amazing place and the food was outstanding and plentiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Could not fault anything, room was spotless staff were great and food was beautiful .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice cosy room. Clean with recent carpet and paint upgrade. Good location. Didnt eat at hotel unfortunately.
Renovated bar area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

DAVID

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Cathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was recently refurbished and very nice. Clean and fresh.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place looks amazing.....I asked for a specific room and they delivered thankyou so much for a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Judi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was really nice room, seaview but unfortunately scaffolding is still up but will be lovely when done. Room spacious, clean and newly painted. Bathroom looked new too and shower was really nice. Had evening meal at hotel and couldn't fault it. Staff were helpful and friendly. It was lovely and quiet. quiet.quiet.srecommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean and tidy, and the view was fantastic, the floor to ceiling windows gave us a very good view of the sea and the Abbey. The best room we have had after the upgrade.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent and professional very helpful couldn’t do enough for you The room was lovely room 410 but was a fair walk from lift would have been nice to have a bath but other than that it was lovely Food at the hotel was top notch everything you need for breakfast staff was excellent recommend this hotel and that’s why we always come back Shaun and Julie
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly helpful staff, would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar prices were expensive and the rowdy I’m guessing non resident customers weren’t controlled, we left and went to our room. Otherwise a lovely hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026