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Elford House - Whitby

2.0 star property
Guest house perfectly located for exploring Whitby

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Exterior
Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
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Standard Double Room, City View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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10 Prospect Hill, Whitby, England, YO21 1QE
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room, City View

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whitby

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Pannett Park and Whitby Museum. Also, Whitby Harbour is within half a mile (1 km) and Captain Cook Memorial Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pannett Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Whitby Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whitby Pavilion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 11 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Java - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Waiting Room - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Elford House - Whitby

Guest house perfectly located for exploring Whitby
As a guest of Elford House - Whitby, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Free self parking is available.

This Whitby guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Elford House - Whitby offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Digital television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Whitby guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Elford House - Whitby Whitby
Elford House - Whitby Guesthouse
Elford House - Whitby Guesthouse Whitby

Frequently asked questions

How close is Elford House - Whitby to the airport?

Elford House - Whitby is 85 mi (119-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Elford House - Whitby?

As of Nov 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elford House - Whitby on Dec 7, 2025 start from $76.49, 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.

Does Elford House - Whitby have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Elford House - Whitby.

How close is Elford House - Whitby to the beach?

This guesthouse is 0.9 mi (4-min drive) from Whitby Beach and 2.3 mi (7-min drive) from West Cliff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Elford House - Whitby offer free breakfast?

Elford House - Whitby does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Elford House - Whitby?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Elford House - Whitby?

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

Is there free parking at Elford House - Whitby?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Elford House - Whitby have a pool?

Elford House - Whitby does not have a pool.

Does Elford House - Whitby have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Elford House - Whitby to downtown Whitby?

Elford House - Whitby is 0.5 mi away from Whitby.

Reviews

Elford House - Whitby Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really liked this, used to live in Whitby so like coming home. The food is excellent apart from Trenchers which was down on last years although the service was good. My bedroom was superb - beautifully done using all options there for you. Many thanks for a lovely time. Jane Brown
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Check in was effortless with a keysafe and communication with the code was easy. Room and en-suite shower room very clean. The shower itself was a small cubicle and my partner, broad shouldered man, had a bit of a tight fit using it. Curtains didn't stop any light so from daybreak at 5am the room was too bright. Double room for two nights with coffee tea and kettle were very important for us, however the coffee consisted of 6 small sachets of Nescafe which we used the first day and nothing was topped up - I bought a jar of coffee. This was marketed as a Deluxe room, but really it was only standard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room(5) £137 to expensive No sockets they were hid behind bed Toilet door hadle hanging off Toilet not flushing properly No way a deluxe room Too noisey and banging on floor from above most of night. Wont be staying there again I thought we would be getting continental breakfast at that cost None existent staff Disappointed 100%
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Dean

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I booked and paid for a room with city view. I got a basement room with no view. The landlord failed to respond to my texts trying to sort the room. Landlord could not be bothered poor property poor room poor experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

B

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

Lovely guest house

Stay on top floor, lots of stairs to climb, my husband had to help a couple with their cases as they struggled with the steps and carring their suitcase, would recommend booking lower ground floors if limited mobility, otherwise a lovely guest house,keys in a box ready for you to pick up, communcation via text and emails. Just a niggle from me would like to have seen a selection of herbal teas as i dont drink tea of coffee, a good 5 mins walk to the town but we knew this on booking so didnt bother us.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

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

H

The room was great for our needs, very spacious with comfortable beds and a large bathroom. I was holidaying with my teenage granddaughter and the twin beds gave us plenty of room. It was about a 10 minute walk to the harbour (anout 30 minutes to walk back, it's a very steep hill! Dont believe google maps that says mostly flat!) There is a bus stop outside the hotel but we didn't use it. However, on our last evenung we had a taxi and it was £4.50.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Daphne

Room 10. The shower did not work and obviously hasn't as the cord to switch on is not just broken but has been removed. Otherwise the room was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alina

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Elford House

The stay was comfortable the only thing was that we were there with our dog but were put in a top floor room. I did try to change rooms but they were the only dog friendly room available which made things slightly difficult taking dog out on bathroom breaks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ken

The check in procedure was bad. No person on hand to give me information or door key. The access code and room number were only provided a few minutes before check in time. This gave me a lot of concern before arriving. Also could not get in touch with anyone by phone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Met Expectations

Room was ok, met expectations for the value. Priority for us was parking on-site. Bathroom modern and clean, room was very spacious. Would have been nice to have a King-size bed rather than double. Stairs / Landing could do with some modernisation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Elford house, fantastic value

Can't fault the place, had 11 of us, not one complaint, if in whitby again we will stay here.
Quite a bit of parking too
View from balcony in my room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice place, quiet and peaceful, however the room was advertised as double deluxe room but the room was tiny, very nice but tiny
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Self check in details sent in good time and the process was painless. Room a little compact for a deluxe room and not sure which city i was seeing from the "city view" but all i could see was the house next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Norbert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our reservation was for a room with a city view. We were put in a basement suit. Nor was housekeeping on a daily basis. Another guest we chatted with mentioned that certain other representations were not accurate. So, buyer beware.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bornali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Only booked the day before due to unforeseen visit to Whitby. When booking my selection was for a dog friendly room and was advertised as a Deluxe Double. We were allocated room 10 on the third floor, there is nothing deluxe about this room, it is tiny, have to shimmy on one side to get into the bed, couldn’t swing a cat in there and the bathroom is so small bending over to dry you bang your backside on the wall or door, lights go out when you switch the low power shower on !! The blind doesn’t work so the flimsy curtains let all the light in. The bed is very uncomfortable, on the up side the hotel and rooms are lovely and clean. As regular visitors to Whitby we won’t stay here again and was disappointed as only half the rooms taken so surely we could have been allocated a much better, as described and paid for deluxe room. Since leaving I have read several disappointed reviews of room 10, think this is been miss sold.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, only the water pressure in the shower was a bit low, apart from that , top hotel 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely place to stay

We stayed in room 8. It was much bigger than what we were expecting. Very comfortable bed and lovely shower. Plenty of tea/coffee/sugar supplied for our stay. Good amount of clothes hangers provided too. Only negative thing was the sofa in the room. It's most definitely seen better days. It was covered with throw overs, which was fine, but after sitting on it , we realised we were covered in small black bits. The throw over had slipped down and revealed the leather peeling off all over. Hence what all the bits were. Other than that, we had the perfect stay. Elford is in a good location, with ample parking spaces. Literally a 10 minute walk to the harbour.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Freda

Traveled with group
difficulty to open the door by self service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025