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Elford House - Whitby

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Whitby Harbour

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Standard Double Room, City View | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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10 Prospect Hill, Whitby, England, YO21 1QE
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room, City View

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, City View | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Double Room, City View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Whitby

Whitby Harbour is a short stroll from Elford House - Whitby, and other popular attractions like Whitby Beach are within a mile (2 km). Each of the 12 rooms at this guesthouse includes an electric kettle, a TV, and free tea bags/instant coffee.
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What's nearby

  • Whitby Harbour - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Whitby Abbey - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whalebone Arch - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whitby Pavilion - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Whitby Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 11 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Plough Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Botham's of Whitby Tea Room - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Java - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Elford House - Whitby

Guesthouse with free parking, near Whitby Harbour
At Elford House - Whitby, guests have access to features like express check-in and express check-out. A stay here includes free parking. Friendly staff can provide luggage storage, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
32-inch TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Electric kettles, ironing boards, and desks are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Elford House - Whitby Whitby
Elford House - Whitby Guesthouse
Elford House - Whitby Guesthouse Whitby

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of Elford House - Whitby?

This guesthouse is located in Whitby, a short 10-minute walk from Whitby Harbour and also 17 minutes on foot from Whitby Beach. You'll also find Whitby Pavilion and Whitby Abbey less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Elford House - Whitby?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Elford House - Whitby include a casino?

No, Elford House - Whitby doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Elford House - Whitby?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Elford House - Whitby a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include premium bedding in each accommodation with city views in some.

Does Elford House - Whitby have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Elford House - Whitby have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Elford House - Whitby doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Elford House - Whitby allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Elford House - Whitby for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Elford House - Whitby?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies at Elford House - Whitby?

No, at Elford House - Whitby, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Elford House - Whitby Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Self check in details sent in good time and the process was painless. Room a little compact for a deluxe room and not sure which city i was seeing from the "city view" but all i could see was the house next door.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Norbert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our reservation was for a room with a city view. We were put in a basement suit. Nor was housekeeping on a daily basis. Another guest we chatted with mentioned that certain other representations were not accurate. So, buyer beware.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Bornali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
it was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness
Only booked the day before due to unforeseen visit to Whitby. When booking my selection was for a dog friendly room and was advertised as a Deluxe Double. We were allocated room 10 on the third floor, there is nothing deluxe about this room, it is tiny, have to shimmy on one side to get into the bed, couldn’t swing a cat in there and the bathroom is so small bending over to dry you bang your backside on the wall or door, lights go out when you switch the low power shower on !! The blind doesn’t work so the flimsy curtains let all the light in. The bed is very uncomfortable, on the up side the hotel and rooms are lovely and clean. As regular visitors to Whitby we won’t stay here again and was disappointed as only half the rooms taken so surely we could have been allocated a much better, as described and paid for deluxe room. Since leaving I have read several disappointed reviews of room 10, think this is been miss sold.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, only the water pressure in the shower was a bit low, apart from that , top hotel 👍👍👍
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay

We stayed in room 8. It was much bigger than what we were expecting. Very comfortable bed and lovely shower. Plenty of tea/coffee/sugar supplied for our stay. Good amount of clothes hangers provided too. Only negative thing was the sofa in the room. It's most definitely seen better days. It was covered with throw overs, which was fine, but after sitting on it , we realised we were covered in small black bits. The throw over had slipped down and revealed the leather peeling off all over. Hence what all the bits were. Other than that, we had the perfect stay. Elford is in a good location, with ample parking spaces. Literally a 10 minute walk to the harbour.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Freda

Traveled with group
difficulty to open the door by self service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Jamie mallin

Lovely clean place with parking,very near harbour.nice room and easy to access. I will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful. Very pleasant room fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Greg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Room 10 was cramped, low ceiling ,uncomfortable bed..avoid
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Javier

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
When booking I selected a ‘Deluxe’ double room, City View. When I arrived I was allocated room 10 and the housekeeper said ‘10 is small and you have a dog’ but did not offer us a different room. The room we stayed in was small and had a small double bed in it. The listing for a deluxe double room states that there is a queen bed and that the room is 151 sq feet. The room we stayed in was no more than 4 steps from the door to the bed and there is a foot of room from the bottom of the bed to the dressing table. The city view we got was the view of the neighbouring property. Therefore, I would say this property is not as listed as even the images are misleading with the option I booked having a sofa in the middle of the room which would not have fit in the room I was in. On the plus side parking is very convenient and the room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful home with a central location. Room was very clean and comfortable. We would definately stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Having paid and been receipted forca twin room with city view was disappointed to find wevhad been allocated small basement room. Im sure the intermittent macerator annoyed others as much as it did us. Very clean and tidy otherwise.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Can’t fault it at all. Received a text on the morning with check in instructions. Great location, lovely room very clean & tidy. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mandy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024