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      The Whalebone Arch Hotel - Whitby

      $$$$||View on mapWhitby, United Kingdom3 Argyle Road, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3HS|
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      The Whalebone Arch Hotel - Whitby
      3 Argyle Road, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3HS·View on map
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      Overall Score
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      9.4Perfect
      Cleanliness9.7
      Comfort9.6
      Facilities9.5
      Free WiFi9.5
      Value for money9.4
      Who stays here
      Couples87%
      Solo7%
      Families4%
      Groups2%

      Overview

      Overall Score
      Perfect
      9.4Perfect
      Cleanliness9.7
      Comfort9.6
      Facilities9.5
      Free WiFi9.5
      Value for money9.4
      Who stays here
      Couples87%
      Solo7%
      Families4%
      Groups2%

      5-Star Rated Adults-Only Guesthouse on Whitby's West Cliff

      Amenities & Services

      The Whalebone Arch offers free public parking outside the property and high-speed fibre WiFi throughout. Express check-in and check-out are available, and the guesthouse maintains a strict smoke-free policy across all rooms. CCTV in common areas and key access provide added security.

      Accommodation & Room Features

      All rooms at The Whalebone Arch have en-suite bathrooms with bath or shower and complimentary toiletries. Each room includes a king-size bed with quality duvets and linens. Some rooms offer scenic views of the sea and Whitby Abbey.

      Location & Surroundings

      The Whalebone Arch Hotel Whitby sits on a prime West Cliff position, less than a minute from Whitby Beach. Whitby Museum is an 8-minute walk from the guesthouse. The nearby Whitby Abbey overlooks the North Sea and is within walking distance.

      Adults-Only Policy & Privacy

      The Whalebone Arch enforces a strictly adults-only policy, enhancing privacy for couples and adults seeking a quiet retreat. The property is family-run, ensuring personal attention and a warm atmosphere. No children or smoking are permitted, making it a calm environment.

      Guest Experience & Hospitality

      The guesthouse has a 5-star rating on TripAdvisor, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction. A welcome folder provides recommendations for local restaurants and attractions. Daily housekeeping and complementary milk and water in the room fridge are standard.

      • Rating: 5-star rated on TripAdvisor
      • Policy: Strictly adults-only guesthoUse
      • Location: 1 minute from Whitby Beach and West Cliff
      • Rooms: En-suite rooms with king-size beds
      • Parking: Free public parking outside with permit
      • Extras: Complimentary milk and water in room fridge
      Good to know
      Check-in/Check-out
      from 14:00-23:59
      from 08:00-10:00
      Amenities
      Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
      Other information
      Children & extra beds
      There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
      Pets
      Pets are not allowed.
      Building
      Number of rooms:9
      Former name
      melrose guest house
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      Rooms and availability

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      Large King Room
      • Max:
        2 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 King-size bed
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      Ground Floor Double Room
      • Max:
        2 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 King-size bed
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      Second Floor King Room
      • Max:
        2 persons
      • Bed options:
        1 King-size bed
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      Facilities

      Main facilities

      Wi-Fi
      Parking

      Off-site car park

      Luggage storage
      24-hour services
      TV

      Flat-screen TV

      Adults only
      Kitchen facilities

      Electric kettle

      Check-in/ Check-out

      Express check-in/ -out

      VIP check-in/ -out

      Sports & Fitness

      • Golf course

      Services

      • Housekeeping

      Spa & Leisure

      • Beach access

      Room view

      • Sea view
      • Bay view

      Room features

      • Heating
      • Ironing facilities

      Bathroom

      • Free toiletries

      Self-catering

      • Electric kettle

      Media

      • Flat-screen TV

      Room decor

      • Carpeted floor
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      Essential information about The Whalebone Arch Hotel

      💵 Lowest room price 80 £
      📏 Distance to centre 800 m
      ✈️ Distance to airport 67.5 km
      🧳 Nearest airport Durham Tees Valley, MME

      Location

      3 Argyle Road, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3HS
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      3 Argyle Road, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3HS
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      3 Argyle Road, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3HS
      • City landmarks
      • Nearby
      • Restaurants
      Landmark
      Whitby Abbey
      1.9 km
      Lighthouse
      Whitby Lighthouse
      1.2 km
      Museum
      Whitby Museum
      800 m
      Landmark
      Captain Cook Statue
      740 m
      Art object
      Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby
      1.4 km
      Landmark
      Whitby Harbour
      1.1 km
      Landmark
      Whalebone Arch
      670 m
      Museum
      Dracula Experience
      1.1 km
      Landmark
      RNLI Whitby Museum
      920 m
      Church
      St Hilda's Church
      880 m
      Landmark
      The Endeavour Experience Whitby
      950 m
      Landmark
      Whitby Town War Memorial
      940 m
      Park
      Pannett Park
      1.3 km
      Church
      St Mary's Church
      1.6 km
      Beach
      Whitby Beach
      790 m
      Landmark
      Poets Cottage Shrub Nursery
      840 m
      Event hall
      Whitby Pavilion
      480 m
      West Cliff
      Whitby Wizard
      510 m
      3EL
      Whitby Cliff Lift
      250 m
      Whitby
      Whitby Sea Front
      570 m
      Restaurant
      Fairfield Restaurant
      60 m
      Restaurant
      New Long King's Chinese Restaurant
      190 m
      Restaurant
      Jasmine's Cafe and Restaurant
      410 m
      Restaurant
      Long Kings
      550 m
      Restaurant
      Magpie Cafe
      940 m
      Restaurant
      Ditto Restaurant
      870 m
      Restaurant
      Elizabeth Botham & Sons
      860 m
      Restaurant
      Mallyan Spout Coffee Shop
      840 m
      Restaurant
      Rusty Shears
      980 m
      Restaurant
      Beckett's coffee shop
      920 m

      Reviews of The Whalebone Arch Hotel

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      Guests say: exceptional stay
      rated 9+
      4.8/ 5
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      4.8/ 5
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      9.5/ 10
      28 reviews

      FAQ about The Whalebone Arch

      Which popular attractions are located near the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel?
      Swing Bridge, placed only 1.3 km from the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel, as well as Captain Cook Statue (only a 9-minute walk away) are worth visiting.
      Which landmarks are closest to the The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel?
      Guests of the The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel can visit Whitby Pavillion (just a minute's drive from the accommodation), or Whalebone Arch placed 9 minutes' walk away.
      Can I leave my car in the guest house parking lot for free?
      Yes, the guest house offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
      What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
      Unfortunately, the hotel doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated (8/10) café North Beach Cafe Whitby.
      What is check-in and check-out time at the The Whalebone Arch Hotel?
      Guests of the The Whalebone Arch Hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 08:00.
      What are the booking prices at The Whalebone Arch Hotel?
      The prices at The Whalebone Arch Hotel start from $110.
      What payment methods are accepted in the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel?
      Payment methods in the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel include:
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      What kinds of rooms does the guest house offer?
      The guest house offers such room types as Second-Floor Double Room, Ground Floor Queen Room, and First Floor Queen Room.
      Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel?
      Specific suites at the 3-star The Whalebone Arch Hotel hotel feature king-size beds and private bathrooms along with hair dryers and bath sheets.
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