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YHA Whitby - Hostel

4.0 star property
Victorian hostel with restaurant, near Whitby Harbour

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In the heart of Whitby, YHA Whitby - Hostel offers a vibrant atmosphere with a coffee shop, garden, and arcade games. Relax at the bar or enjoy meals at the restaurant while staying connected with WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Child-friendly activities

Main amenities (12)

  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Communal living room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (5)

  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free self parking
  • Snack bar/deli
$45 nightly
The total price is $54
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees

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Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Tent

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon

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Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

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Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom (Sleeps 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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Heating
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room (2 Bed Private)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Ensuite (6 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Ensuite (2 Bed Private)

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Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Ensuite (5 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets

Room (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private) | Bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (3 Bed Private)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Ensuite (5 Bed Private) | Bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (5 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Bed sheets

Room, Ensuite (4 Bed Private)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Abbey House, East Cliff, Whitby, England, YO22 4JT

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Whitby Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 55 min drive
  • Ruswarp Station - 7 min drive
  • Sleights Station - 8 min drive
  • Whitby Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Moon & Sixpence - ‬9 min walk

About this property

YHA Whitby - Hostel

YHA Whitby - Hostel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Whitby Beach and Whitby Harbour. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Victorian hostel include a snack bar/deli and a garden.

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • All adult guests are required to present a valid government-issued photo ID card at check-in.
    • The name and address on the booking must match the photo ID presented by the guest at check-in. This property does not accept name changes for existing bookings.
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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 16
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1555
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Television in common areas
  • Communal living room
  • Arcade/game room
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 31
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 31

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children
  • Towels are available for an extra charge of GBP 2.50 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

Policies

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Please note that this property does not charge an additional temporary membership fee. Discounts are not available for members of YHA (England and Wales) or IYHF as part of this booking.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Also known as

YHA Whitby Hostel
YHA Whitby
YHA Whitby - Hostel Whitby
YHA Whitby - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
YHA Whitby - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Whitby

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at YHA Whitby - Hostel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at YHA Whitby - Hostel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at YHA Whitby - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

What is there to do at YHA Whitby - Hostel and nearby?

YHA Whitby - Hostel has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near YHA Whitby - Hostel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around YHA Whitby - Hostel like?

YHA Whitby - Hostel is a short 13-minute walk from Whitby Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Whitby Harbour.

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YHA Whitby - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Accomodation Type
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great with many choices and amazing quality. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay.
Anthony, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay

Amazing everything was superb
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Absolutely amazing place to stay, clean and in a great location. The breakfast was amazing quality and value. Will definitely be coming back.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and facilities
Cameron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, I will be going back.
Ana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great break.

bell tent needed chairs to make getting dressed easier for those of us unable to balance or get up off the beds on the floor.
Pam mustoe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location , cosy rooms Fab hostel
Monika, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect place to rest, unwind, enjoy and just take in this stunnig part of the country and its friendly people.
Gaynor, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I was shocked to learn that there was a charge for towels that really, should have been included in the £200 price tag for the room. Apart from that, I was happy with everything else.
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful location and set in beautiful grounds from which there are amazing views overlooking Whitby one side and views of the Abbey on the other side. Lovely lounge and conservatory too.
Jenny, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Recommend

Whitby is overpriced for overnight accommodation. Unless you are here for more than two nights the YHA is perfect. Great location (unless you don’t like walking uphill) beautiful views, free parking, basic but very comfortable beds and an amazing breakfast for £10 (2024) Excellent
Louise, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is so beautiful and unique. The views are stunning and the shared areas are wellkept and attractive. It is my favourite place to stay in Whitby and I look forward to returning soon.
Rebecca, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enchanting location

Amazing stay with friends in a fabulous hostel location. Couldnt ask for anything better.
Alfreluz, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Top location great value for money. 5pm check-in

Excellent value for money… Beds had sank a little but clean and great location. Earlier check in would of been nice
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome location as it is next to the Whitby Abbey. Location is reachable if you are driving. If you arrive by train, be prepared to walk more than the 199 steps up to the Abbey. One downside is lockers are not available in the rooms to secure your belongings whilst you are out and about.
Jordan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay

Great location. Nice, clean and well maintained. Free parking and voucher to the musuem. Extensive kitchen facilities. Highly recommended.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Yha Whitby Abbey

My friends and I arrived at the exact booking in time and were attended to immediately..the dorm had 6 bunks of which 2 were occupied, the facilities were adequate but the veiw from the window was superb
Anthony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's a good place to visit.

There will be free ticket for whitby abbey. The building is nice and historical. Many facilities for guests to use. I like the drinking water the most. A bit difficult to find the entrance and the 199 steps to hostel is without light at night. It is a bit dangerous if you back to hostel late at night as you can't see the steps. The breakfast is very tasty and many different choices to choose.
HO YAN, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Top location for staying in Whitby

There is no doubt that this is the best place to stay in Whitby, simply for its location. In addition to that it is a very well-run youth hostel. My only criticism is that there was sometimes no one in reception, which made it difficult to get information, until you became one of the people in the know, to know that you should go to the tea-room (also called the cafe) where you will find someone to help.
Margaret, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff were good. Place is in need of refresh. Smell from shower drains
paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Transgender day of remembrance trip

As a non binary person and woman I was treated with dignity and respect by the staff of the YHA and allowed to wait in tge television lounge Only negative was a lot of old people in the hostel as guests with their outdated attitudes towards LGBTQI+ people
Front of YHA Whitby
Room 2 YHA Whitby
Toilet room 2
Shower room 2
Joanne Alice, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Grand building, enjoyable stay.

It's a very good Youth Hostel in a lovely situation. I was upgraded and had the choice of 6 double bunks! The bunks were comfortable, bedding clean etc. Breakfast was in the cafe attached to the site and was really great. Cafe also had lovely views across the town. I have stayed in Whitby before and at least one of the places was not at all satisfactory. I will be going back to Whitby to visit friends and I will rebook at the YHA. found it good value for money and the free pass to go onto the English Heritage site was an added bonus.
Mollie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I will use again with no second thoughts

I did arrive in the dark and sat nav took me to the entrance but, small signage I missed so walked short distance to hostel to find you can drive through archway to car park and entrance. but I will know next time, I also booked breakfast (at a fair price) which I did enjoy, all staff I found was pleasant and helpful, so thank,s everyone how made my stay stress free,
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Wish they would get rid of the seagulls

I’ve stayed at Whitby Youth hostel 4 times before and my only criticism is the 199 steps to climb from the old town. Most seagulls are dangerous vermin and I was in room M8 which had an active seagull nest outside which it being nesting season was active with noise the 48 hours I was there. The hostel gave me a bunk which was a lower one on the third floor which was a struggle as I’m arthritic . The property is a 17 th century former Manor House that has a tv lounge, self catering kitchen and lovely cafe .
Room m8
Room m8
View from Room m8
View from room m8
Joanne Alice, 2-night trip