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Our top choices for Whitby family-friendly hotels

A sign for Marston's Reception with the slogan "Eat well. Sleep well."

1. Penny Hedge, Whitby by Marston's Inns

Penny Hedge, Whitby by Marston's Inns
4.0 star property
Whitby
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (904 reviews)
"We always stay here when visiting Whitby, good clean, spacious rooms, decent pub and good, very friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Ian
The price is AED 238
AED 286 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Penny Hedge, Whitby by Marston's Inns
A bed with a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a bottle of Moët champagne, and a glass.

2. Saxonville Hotel

Saxonville Hotel
3.0 star property
Whitby
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (280 reviews)
"Friendly, professional staff. Catering very good, overall would book again"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is AED 575
AED 690 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Saxonville Hotel
A bunk bed room with a headboard, bedside tables, and a window with curtains.

3. Royal Whitby

Royal Whitby
3.0 star property
Whitby
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,614 reviews)
"Lovely stay, great hotel on a beautiful positive with far reaching views."
United Kingdom
Julie
The price is AED 258
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Royal Whitby
A modern living room with a grey sofa, two white lamps, and a wooden coffee table.

4. Saltmoore

Saltmoore
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We love this hotel the staff are amazing and polite very helpful, This is our third stay in two months the hotel is very clean and comfortable the breakfast also excellent cannot wait to visit again soon, Thank you for looking after us ."
United Kingdom
philip
The price is AED 756
AED 907 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Saltmoore
A building with a red-tiled roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with plants and a pond.

5. The Stables Whitby

The Stables Whitby
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461 reviews)
"Loved our stay and would definitely recommend"
United Kingdom
Beverley
The price is AED 365
AED 438 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Stables Whitby
A foosball table in a room with white walls, red chairs, and a wooden table.

6. YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Great hostel, amazing location. Very clean even though the property is older."
United States
Nathan
The price is AED 148
AED 177 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
YHA Whitby - Hostel
A landscaped garden with a pond, a brick building with a red door, and a sign indicating a view of the sea.

7. Manor View Guest House

Manor View Guest House
3.5 star property
Whitby
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (61 reviews)
"Excellent location and great place to stay."
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is AED 389
AED 467 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Manor View Guest House
A narrow street with a brick building, a red door, and a sign reading 'NEWTON STREET'.

8. Nutshell

Nutshell
2.0 star property
Whitby
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful place we loved every minute!"
United Kingdom
Ella
The price is AED 1,388
AED 1,666 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Nutshell
A hotel room with a bed, a yellow and purple sofa, a white table with a remote control, and a window with a view of a building.

9. Whitby Bridge Luxury Apartments

Whitby Bridge Luxury Apartments
3.5 star property
Whitby
7.8 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"Perfect for what i needed bery clean ideal location"
United Kingdom
Stuart
The price is AED 529
AED 634 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Whitby Bridge Luxury Apartments
A breakfast setup with a table, chairs, a vase of flowers, and a view of buildings through a window.

10. The Loft

The Loft
3.0 star property
Whitby
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"well appointed accommoodation"
United States
Friedrich
The price is AED 1,177
AED 1,413 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Loft
A red brick building with a blue door labeled 'COTTAGE No. 1 The Store Rooms.' There are two windows with shutters, a wooden bench, and a small planter with greenery.

11. The Store Rooms

The Store Rooms
3.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Absolutely lovely cottage, clean, cosy and in the perfect location. We have had a great time. Very steep stairs inside the property and a fairly short bed so if you are super tall with mobility problems it might be difficult but for us it was perfect."
United Kingdom
Lucy
The price is AED 1,578
AED 1,894 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Store Rooms
A brick building with a gravel path leading to it, surrounded by greenery and a swing set.

12. Fauna's Corner

Fauna's Corner
3.5 star property
Whitby
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Lovely property, clean and in a fabulous location "
United Kingdom
Geoffrey
The price is AED 1,756
AED 2,107 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Fauna's Corner
A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a chair, and a wardrobe.

13. Mermaid Cottage

Mermaid Cottage
3.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"We loved it, really central. "
United Kingdom
Gina
The price is AED 1,491
AED 1,789 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Mermaid Cottage
A garden with a lawn, various plants, and a brick wall.

14. The Bolthole

The Bolthole
3.0 star property
Whitby
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"The property was very spacious and of a very high quality with a minute stroll into town, fantastic place "
United Kingdom
Philip
The price is AED 1,533
AED 1,839 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
The Bolthole
Interior

15. Gavel Cottage

Gavel Cottage
4.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We had a lovely 3 night stay in the cottage. Very well equipped with anything you needed to make you comfortable. Clean and tidy and great location. X "
United Kingdom
Kertrina
The price is AED 1,417
AED 1,700 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Gavel Cottage
A wooden door with a mirror reflecting a bed and a lamp.

16. Abbey's View

Abbey's View
3.0 star property
Whitby
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"As always, excellent stay for whitby and moors."
United Kingdom
robert
The price is AED 1,685
AED 2,022 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Abbey's View
A picnic area with benches and a gazebo, a river, and a brick bridge with arches.

17. Waterside Cottage

Waterside Cottage
3.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely location clean lovely walks into whitby over viaduct. Property down a very steep slope ."
United Kingdom
julie
The price is AED 1,574
AED 1,889 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Waterside Cottage
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

18. Blue Peter @ Engine Shed

Blue Peter @ Engine Shed
3.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great location, particularly if you like railways. "
United Kingdom
David
The price is AED 2,210
AED 2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Blue Peter @ Engine Shed
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a sink, and a window with a view of the outside.

19. 9 Salt Pan Well Steps

9 Salt Pan Well Steps
3.0 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Perfectly positioned for working locally and easy walk into town"
United Kingdom
Andy
The price is AED 1,603
AED 1,923 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
9 Salt Pan Well Steps
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a green backsplash, and a built-in microwave.

20. Repton @ Engine Shed

Repton @ Engine Shed
3.5 star property
Whitby
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Lovely stay looking directly onto train track. Spacious and very clean. Quiet. Local to town and seafront. Private garage parking a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Carol
The price is AED 2,140
AED 2,568 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Repton @ Engine Shed
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Whitby

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Whitby

A reception area with a central counter, two columns, and a chandelier.
Royal Whitby

Royal Whitby

Royal Whitby
3.0 star property
Whitby
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1614)
The price is AED 258
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Royal Whitby
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4-star family-friendly hotels in Whitby

A building with a red-tiled roof, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with plants and a pond.
The Stables Whitby

The Stables Whitby

The Stables Whitby
4.0 star property
Whitby
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (461)
The price is AED 365
AED 438 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Stables Whitby
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Top Whitby Hotel Reviews

Broomfield House

Broomfield House

8/10 Good
"Location and cleanliness were 5/5, no parking on site and we struggled to find it as we got there late. Personally the shower head was to lo big. These were minor things however. Apart from that I would definitely recommend and would return. Thank you"
Simon 2-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Broomfield House
Saltmoore

Saltmoore

10/10 Excellent
"A great place to stay."
Louise 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Saltmoore

Frequently asked questions

What's Whitby like for family-friendly vacations?
The historic destination of Whitby is a great choice if you've been considering a vacation with the kids. The castle and jogging trails are just a few things that make this an attractive spot for a family vacation. Take to the air and fly into Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is located 32.9 mi (53 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay for a family trip to Whitby?
The Riviera Guest House is a top guesthouse on Expedia for families. YHA Boggle Hole - Hostel is another choice for your stay with the kids.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Whitby?
The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 58°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 42°F. Average annual precipitation for Whitby is 34 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Whitby?
Whitby Harbour and North York Moors National Park are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Whitby. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like The Moors National Park Centre and Towbar Express Stadium.
What's the best way for us to get around Whitby?
If you want to see more of the area, ride aboard a train from Whitby Station, Ruswarp Station, or Sleights Station. Whitby might not have many public transit options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore more.