Hotels in Whitby

Where to Stay in Whitby

• West Cliff: guest houses and B&Bs in Victorian terraces, with sea and harbour views.
• The harbour and old town: restaurants, shops and the 199 steps within walking distance.
• The surrounding area: farmhouses and country stays on the edge of the North York Moors, suited to drivers.

Types of Accommodation

Guest houses and B&Bs make up most of Whitby’s accommodation, alongside hotels and traditional inns. Properties fill quickly on summer weekends and during the goth festivals, and some require a minimum stay of a few nights.

When to Go

May to September is the best time for coastal walks and exploring the town. Whitby Goth Weekend, held in spring and autumn, adds a unique flavour.

Getting There

The nearest airports to Whitby are Teesside and Newcastle. For a private transfer to your hotel, see Teesside International Airport to Whitby transfer. Trains also run from Middlesbrough.

Things to Do in Whitby

The ruins of Whitby Abbey, the 199 steps, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, fish and chips by the harbour, a steam train on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway and the walk to Robin Hood’s Bay stand out. Along the coast, Scarborough is worth a visit, and inland so is York.

Who Is It For?

Whitby is ideal for couples after a seaside-town atmosphere, walkers and nature lovers, literature and history fans and people travelling with their dogs.

Practical Tips

• The town is hilly with plenty of steps, so wear comfortable shoes.
• Parking is hard to find in summer; ask your hotel about parking if you can.
• Check tide times before the coastal walk to Robin Hood’s Bay.

Booking a Hotel in Whitby

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