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The Arches Guest House

Whitby, United Kingdom

8.9Great315 Guest reviews

Overview

4-star Victorian family-run guest house near Whitby Beach

Amenities & Hospitality

The Arches Guest House is a family-run hotel offering personalized hospitality from owners Dave and the Girls. The property provides free WiFi and flat-screen TVs in each guest room. A continental breakfast is served each morning, with generous options including homemade marmalade. No pets are allowed on the premises, ensuring a peaceful stay.

Rooms

Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, electric kettles, and wardrobes. The hotel offers family rooms, ground-floor units, and attic rooms with carpeted floors. All rooms have a TV and a comfortable bed, with options for guests requiring step-in showers.

Location

The guest house is located 400 metres from Whitby Beach and a 5-minute walk from Whitby town centre. Nearby attractions include Whitby Abbey, the Captain Cook Memorial Museum, and the North York Moors National Park. Whitby Pavilion is 800 metres away, and free public parking is available nearby with a permit provided by the hotel.

Dining

A continental breakfast is included, with cooked options such as a full English breakfast and vegetarian alternatives. Guests choose their breakfast items the night before, ensuring fresh preparation. The breakfast room offers unlimited toast, tea, and coffee, with homemade marmalade as a highlight.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

The hotel offers family rooms with private bathrooms and walk-in showers, suitable for families with children. The ground-floor rooms provide easy access, and Whitby Beach is a short walk away. The guest house's location near the town centre and attractions like Whitby Abbey makes it a convenient base for family outings.

Highlights

  • Location: 5 minutes' walk from Whitby beach and town centre
  • Rooms: family rooms with private walk-in showers
  • Dining: breakfast with homemade marmalade and full English options
  • Hospitality: family-run service from Dave and the Girls
  • Parking: free on-street parking permit provided
  • Peace: no pets allowed for a quiet stay

Must-do experiences

  • Stroll along Whitby Abbey at sunset for breathtaking views.
  • Try the fish and chips at The Magpie Cafe, a local favorite.
  • Visit the Captain Cook Memorial Museum for maritime history.
  • Explore the hidden treasures at the Whitby Flea Market on Sundays.
  • Don't miss the Whitby Gothic Weekend for unique cultural festivities.
"Communal space of the breakfast room definitely the highlight for me."
GBNeil from United Kingdomread full review

Rooms

Single Room Private Facilities R7 Second Floor

Single Room Private Facilities R7 Second Floor

  • 1 Single bed
  • 8 m²
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The single room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room R8 Second Floor3 photos

Double Room R8 Second Floor

  • 1 Double bed
  • 16 m²
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The double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room R2 Ground Floor3 photos

Double Room R2 Ground Floor

  • 1 King-size bed
  • 20 m²
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The double room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Budget Double Room R3 Ground Floor4 photos

Budget Double Room R3 Ground Floor

  • 1 Double bed
  • 10 m²
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The double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Double Room R6 First Floor3 photos

Double Room R6 First Floor

  • 1 Double bed
  • 16 m²
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The double room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Single Room En-Suite R4 First Floor

Single Room En-Suite R4 First Floor

  • 1 Single bed
  • 8 m²
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The single room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This single room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Family Room R5 First Floor4 photos

Family Room R5 First Floor

  • 2 Single beds
  • 18 m²
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The family room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This family room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Family Room R9 Second Floor3 photos

Family Room R9 Second Floor

  • 2 Single beds
  • 18 m²
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The family room offers a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This family room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Budget Double Room R10 Attic3 photos

Budget Double Room R10 Attic

  • 1 Double bed
  • 14 m²
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The double room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

Budget Double or Twin Room3 photos

Budget Double or Twin Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • 16 m²
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The twin/double room features a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This twin/double room has a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room R1 Ground Floor4 photos

Double Room R1 Ground Floor

  • 1 Double bed
  • 20 m²
HeatingShower

The double room provides a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Facilities

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No smoking on siteWi-FiParkingNo pets allowed
Guest Parking1
Electric kettle
Room features1
Heating
Media1
Flat-screen TV
Room decor1
Carpeted floor

Location of The Arches Guest House

8 Havelock Place, Whitby, United Kingdom, YO21 3ER
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Travel & Transport

City Centre
City Centre 5 min400 m
Airports
Durham Tees Valley (MME) 103 min68.1 km
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 185 min123.2 km
Train
Whitby Train Station 8 min600 m
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Property information and rules

Check-in
From 16:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Parking
Parking
Internet
Wi-Fi
Pets
No pets allowed
Languages spoken
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Number of floors
0
Number of rooms
11
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Guest Reviews & Ratings

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

Review score
Based on 150 verified reviews
8.9/10Perfect
95%Recommend
Cleanliness
9.3/10
Comfort
9.0/10
Facilities
8.7/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Staff
9.4/10
Value for money
9.0/10

A favourite among The Arches Guest House guests

great breakfast spacious room comfortable beds clean room good location