If you visit Whitby and are a history and culture fan, consider staying close to the Whitby Abbey and the Captain Cook Memorial Museum. The Dolphin Hotel is only an 8-minute walk from Whitby Abbey and a 1-minute walk from the museum. The Black Horse Inn, alternatively, is located within walking distance of the abbey, museum and the Caedmon Memorial.

For fans of fun attractions, the Dracula Experience, the Whitby Whale Watching or a cruise on the River Esk are good things to do on your vacation. The Pier Inn is a traditional pub with room accommodation, with less than 5 minutes’ walking distance to all attractions and the city centre. The slightly more upscale Angel Hotel offers river views and is equally close to all attractions.

Whitby lies just next to the oceanfront and includes a scenic beach for strolling along and enjoying the breeze. The White House Inn is a chic 4-star hotel located right next to Whitby Beach and a 5-minute drive from the city centre. Alternatively, the Royal Hotel is equally close to the beach but only 10 minutes on foot from the city centre.

If you are travelling with children, you may want to consider hotels like The Grove, which offers family rooms and it is only a 15-minute walk to the beach and a short walk into town. Another family-friendly location is the Bagdale Lodge, situated over 250 metres from the city centre. The hotel offers free parking and Wi-Fi, as well as breakfast.

Try scrumptious local or international food in the city’s heart around Bridge Street. Foodies should consider staying in nearby hotels such as The White Horse & Griffin, which is a 3-star hotel not only located amidst a plethora of restaurants, but it also featuring its own restaurant on site with seafood and other local dishes. Another nearby hotel with an on-site seafood restaurant, which is a little more upscale, is The Marine on Marine Parade close to the centre.

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For cost-conscious travellers, staying at the YHA Whitby is a good option. The hotel is only an 8-minute walk from the centre and features a garden, 24-hour desk and close proximity to the beach and Whitby Abbey. The Resolution Hotel also asks for reasonable prices and is located right in the city centre amidst restaurants and the best city attractions.

Want to take a dip in the water even when it is cold outside? The Discovery Accommodation is only 350 metres from the city centre and features a spacious indoor pool where you can relax and splash around. The hotel also has family rooms available. The Raithwaite Estate is a noble choice, located about 3 km from the centre and offering an indoor pool, luxurious rooms and a spa area.

If you need to stay close to the train station to be flexible and prefer straightforward hotels above a pub, The George Hotel is the right choice for you. It offers continental breakfast and is less than a minute from the train station and the tourist information centre. If you want something a little bit more posh, consider The Mainstay, a 4-star hotel with a sun terrace and not even a minute from the station.

If you like to take walks, choose a hotel close to Pannett Park, such as the Autumn Leaves, a 4-star hotel with free parking and breakfast. Another option is Anchorage House, from which it will take you only 3 minutes to get to Pannett Park or Caedmon College.