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Glenora Guest House

Whitby, United Kingdom

9.7Perfect127 Guest reviews

Overview

3-star historic guest house with 5 family rooms in Whitby

Historic Setting & Rooms

Glenora Guest House occupies a historic building in Whitby, housing 5 family rooms with private bathrooms. Each room has carpeted floors, garden views, a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. The accommodation includes family rooms and twin rooms with bathrooms, as confirmed by guest stays.

Dining & Breakfast

A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily, using locally sourced produce as noted in guest reviews. Breakfast is pre-ordered the evening before and consistently rated 10 out of 10 by visitors. Guests have praised the quality of sausages and the variety of options including meat and vegetarian choices.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Whitby Beach is a 9-minute walk from the guest house, and Whitby Abbey is 1.3 km away. Captain Cook Memorial Museum is within a 9-minute walk, and Teesside International Airport is 66 km distant. A bus stop outside the front door provides service into Whitby every 30 minutes.

Guest Amenities & Parking

Free on-site private parking is available at the front of the building, with street parking nearby. A garden is open for guests, and the property offers hiking and cycling activities. Guests also have access to mini golf, fishing, and beach activities in the surrounding area.

Guest Experience & Service

Hosts Paul and Julia are noted in reviews for their hospitality, remembering guest names and breakfast preferences. The guest house has a high rating for breakfast and service, with many guests stating they would return. Rooms are described as spacious, spotlessly clean, and well-furnished with period features.

Highlights

  • Location: 9 min walk to Whitby Beach, 1.3 km from Whitby Abbey
  • Rooms: 5 family rooms with private bathrooms and garden views
  • Dining: Full English/Irish breakfast with locally sourced produce
  • Parking: Free on-site private parking available
  • Service: Hosts Paul and Julia, consistently rated 10/10 for service
  • Activities: Hiking, cycling, mini golf, fishing nearby

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along Whitby's stunning 199 Steps for breathtaking views.
  • Enjoy fish and chips at The Magpie Café, a local favorite.
  • Visit the enchanting Whitby Abbey, rich in history and scenery.
  • Explore the hidden charm of the Captain Cook Memorial Museum.
  • Don't miss the local market on Church Street for unique finds.
"The decor was superb, the breakfast perfect, and everything was spotlessly clean."
GBGallagher from United Kingdomread full review

Rooms

Standard Double Room6 photos

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • 10 m²
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This double room has a tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. The Ensuite bathroom has a walk in shower.

King Room6 photos

King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 14 m²
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This double room features a tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. The Ensuite bathroom has a walk in shower.

Family Room Private Bathroom10 photos

Family Room Private Bathroom

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 23 m²
HeatingShower

This family room has a tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. The Ensuite bathroom has a walk in shower.

Twin Room Bathroom4 photos

Twin Room Bathroom

  • 2 Single beds
  • 22 m²
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This twin room features a tea/coffee maker and electric kettle. The Ensuite bathroom has a walk in shower.

Single Room4 photos

Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • 8 m²
HeatingShower

This single room features a electric kettle, tea/coffee maker and bathrobe. This room has a separate shower room across the landing. This room is for 1 person. There is a private separate bathroom.

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Facilities

General3
No smoking on siteParkingNo pets allowed
Sports & Fitness4
HikingCyclingMini golfFishing
Guest Parking1
Electric kettle
Spa & Leisure2
Beach accessGarden area
Room features2
Free Wi-Fi in roomsSitting area
Bathroom1
Free toiletries
Media1
Flat-screen TV
Room decor1
Carpeted floor

Location of Glenora Guest House

8 Upgang Lane, Whitby, United Kingdom
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Travel & Transport

City Centre
City Centre 5 min400 m
Airports
Durham Tees Valley (MME) 102 min67.6 km
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 184 min122.5 km
Train
Whitby Railway Station 8 min600 m
Whitby Train Station 8 min600 m
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Parking
Parking
Internet
Free Wi-Fi
Pets
No pets allowed
Languages spoken
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Number of floors
0
Number of rooms
5
Formerly known as
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Guest Reviews & Ratings

Read what past guests have shared about their stay at Glenora Guest House.

Review score
Based on 111 verified reviews
9.8/10Perfect
100%Recommend
Cleanliness
9.9/10
Comfort
9.8/10
Facilities
9.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
9.5/10
Location
9.6/10
Staff
9.9/10
Value for money
9.8/10

A favourite among Glenora Guest House guests

local produce breakfast super clean rooms comfortable beds elegant dining room private car parking