Located near a train station, The Royal Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Whitby. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
118 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (GBP 6 per night)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1840
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Thin carpet in public areas
Thin carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 13.50 per person
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs GBP 6 per night
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 457 8386 39
Also known as
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Whitby
The Royal Hotel Hotel Whitby
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Royal Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Royal Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs GBP 6 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near The Royal Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Royal Hotel like?
The Royal Hotel is located near Whitby Beach, just a short 10-minute walk from Whitby Station and 3 minutes' walk from Whitby Pavilion. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
The Royal Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
7.4/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Dec 2024
Samantha
Samantha, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
21 Dec 2024
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2024
Fantastic room with a decent view
Staff of the property were incredibly friendly, warm and welcoming.
Bar was again friendly service with average prices.
Room was lovely size for 2, ensuite was decent size.
We didnt have breakfast but it did smell terrific, local shops were also very friendly and very welcoming.
J
J, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Dec 2024
Great stay
Great location , good value for money , stayed in one of the new refurbished rooms , very nice , would recommend
Good street parking as well 🙂
Rob
Rob, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Dec 2024
Great location
Lovely staff had refurb room was amazing great breakfast
Karen
Karen, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
14 Dec 2024
David
David, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Dec 2024
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 Dec 2024
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Dec 2024
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
8 Dec 2024
Great hotel , happy staff
The hotel staff were very polite and attentive, the decor is a little run down but didn't bother us. The food was lovely especially the cooked breakfast.i would like more choice for the evening meal.
Robin
Robin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
7 Dec 2024
Great night
We were in a room that had been refurbished it was lovely and the bathroom was gorgeous great shower
But the only downfall was it didnt have a window to look out of
Kareen
Kareen, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
6 Dec 2024
Mr
1st night had to move room as the room had a odour of raw sewage, which the lady on reception already new about,
Moved to another room, that evening the radiator leaked all over the bedroom floor and into the bathroom, also it was making banging noises all night.
Never again.
Richard
Richard, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Nice weekend
Lovely hotel nice newly refurbished rooms . Friendly staff.
Very good breakfast.
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Dec 2024
Sunday roast
We have had a good stay at the hotel the restaurant was decorated when we were there and the decor was very good. They advertised Sunday roast.it was fantastic but too much for me well worth a visit
David
David, 7-night trip
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2/10 Poor
1 Dec 2024
Visit at your own risk!
Initially a nice welcome by staff and to be to be we had an upgrade we were pleased. If this was an upgrade god know what our room would have been like, shocking, this could be fixed with minimal cost and a little thought. Breakfast was good
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
1 Dec 2024
IAN
IAN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Nov 2024
Richard
Richard, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Nov 2024
Excellent value
Newly refurbished room, although small, was done out very well. Staff very helpful and friendly. Can't adjust radiators so it got a bit hot and, of course, a bit of a waste of heat. Cooked breakfast was a bit bland - not sure why. Excellent value for money. Hope to stay again.
Geraldine
Geraldine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
Couple
Loved the clean large sea view room can’t wait to go back
Jayne
Jayne, 2-night trip
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2/10 Poor
27 Nov 2024
Poor customer service
I wouldn’t recommend staying at this hotel. Great location but our rooms were in a section of the hotel where construction was going on & we were woken every day at 07:30am. The staff were rude & inconsiderate when we complained.
Mark
Mark, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 Nov 2024
Weekend break
Really friendly staff. Service with a smile. Hotel has a great view of the abbey and close to the centre. The hotel is going through a major refurb and we stayed in a refurbished room was was super clean. Breakfast was buffet style with eggs being cooked to your liking. We only stayed for a short break but would definitely return if visiting Whitby.