The Whalebone Arch





About the hotel
Luxurious En Suite Rooms
Indulge in the elegant en suite rooms at The Whalebone Arch, offering free WiFi and essential amenities for a comfortable stay. Each room features a TV, hairdryer, and tea/coffee facilities, ensuring a relaxing experience during your visit.
Convenient Location
Situated on Yorkshire’s north east coast, The Whalebone Arch is just a short walk from Whitby Museum and a few miles away from the charming village of Robin Hood’s Bay. Explore the local attractions and immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings.
Tranquil Atmosphere
Enjoy a peaceful stay at our property with a strictly non-smoking policy, ensuring a clean and fresh environment for all guests. With free public parking available outside, your convenience is our priority.
Book your stay at The Whalebone Arch for a delightful retreat by the coast.
Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Free Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Heating
- Express check-in/check-out
- Golf course
- Non-smoking throughout
- Private check-in/check-out
- Daily housekeeping
- Street parking
- Adult only
- Beach
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- CCTV in common areas
Check-in and check-out
- Check-out
- until 10:00
Guest reviews
Exceptional
Liked: Everything for me and the wife its the perfect stay in whitby
Disliked: Nothing
Very homely and comfortable
Liked: Beautiful place, spotlessly clean. Can’t find a single fault.
Liked: Location was very good...
Disliked: Everything was good couldn't fault anything..
Liked: Lovely bed,shower,fridge and tea making facilities. Milk and water supplied free,nice touch, free parking permit and friendly hosts.
Disliked: Fridge on floor, and tv on top of wardrobe.
Liked: Quite away from the main area. Easy parking out front. Rooms are very spacious and modern. Beautifully renovated. Hosts are very quick in replying to any questions. Comes with a small fridge which a lot don't have. Also crockery glasses etc.
Perfectly functional
Liked: Clean room with a small fridge and decent shower. Reasonably soundproof.
Disliked: Nothing.
Good to know
Please note no breakfast is provided, but Melrose is located close to many local cafés.
If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Melrose Guest House in advance.
Please note the property does not accept bookings of more than 2 rooms, or bookings of more than 3 people of the same sex.
Please note permits for parking on the road are required. Please tell the property you require parking upon your arrival and they will issue a card to display at no additional cost.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.
The Whalebone Arch compared with other hotels in Whitby
Based on guest scores and reviews for 200 places to stay in Whitby. Distances as the crow flies.
- by guest reviews in Whitby
- 31st of 200
- its score; the average in Whitby is 9.3
- 9.4
- guest reviews
- 499
- from the centre of Whitby
- 550 m
What’s near The Whalebone Arch
Distances from the hotel as the crow flies.
- Newcastle Airport (NCL) 92 km
Frequently asked questions about The Whalebone Arch
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Whalebone Arch?
Check-out is until 10:00.
Does The Whalebone Arch have parking?
According to the hotel: parking, free parking, street parking. Ask the hotel whether you need to book it and whether there is a charge.
How far is The Whalebone Arch from the centre of Whitby?
About 550 m from the centre of Whitby, as the crow flies.





