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Abbey House | East Cliff, Whitby YO22 4JT, England
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Ranked #89 of 138 Whitby B&B and Inns
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013
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Merimbula, New South Wales, Australia
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18 reviews 18 reviews
16 hotel reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

We had a one night stay booked for a double room, however we were given a large room that had about 5 beds in it with some great views. The building has some magnificent elements to it including the grand old staircase and grounds. After the hectic afternoon on a Sunday in the town it was great to come back... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
17 June 2013

Excellent to hear you had a wonderful stay and enjoyed the history of the house and gardens. Why not give YHA Hartington Hall a go that is packed with historic atmosphere. More

leeds
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17 reviews 17 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Me and my husband stayed at the YHA Whitby during a couple of days walking along the coast, check in was fine and the room was small but perfectly adequate for the night. We had a quick nosy around the building before we went out for the evening, there are lots of old and interesting aspects to the building which... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
3 June 2013

Hi , Thank you for candid review, Im really sorry your husband experienced that unwelcoming attitude from a member of our team. I will investigate the matter as this is not usual for customers to experience. On the whole customers usaully have the opposite to say about our team. Thank you Damian More

Sunderland, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

stayed here for 1 night 18 th may 2013, in a nice location close to whitby abbey, one last steep hill for cyclists to get up to the hostel. nice old building, room clean but small ,but perfectly ok for a short stay. decent en suite, breakfast very good. would stay here again . helpful friendly staff

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
21 May 2013

Hi Darren, Thanks for the good review. glad you enjoyed breakfast. Damian More

Shepton Mallet, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

Ten of us booked well in advance for this, our 2013 annual walking weekend and get-together. I have stayed in several Hostels across the UK and this has to be the best so far! The hostel building is part of the centuries old Abbey complex and is steeped in history. The buliding is very large, roomy and oozes character. The... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Hi Peter, thank you for such a glowing review. Now spring has eventually come i hope your comments inspire others to come and stay and enjoy this fanastic location. Have given your comments to the staff team. You should try Berwick YHA next thats attached to the old town fortifications. thanks again Damian More

York, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Just spent a night here whilst walking the Cleveland Way. Its the second time we have stayed here in recent years. This is a hidden gem located high above the town. Staff were friendly and helpful. Very good value food. A fantastic secluded location. Clean tidy and value for money. Happy to look after bags after checkout whilst we explored... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
2 May 2013

Thank you for spending the time to send in a review. Its brilliant that your second stay was as good as your first and we look forward to your third visit. I will make sure the catering team know about about your positive comments. More

Kuwait City, Kuwait
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

I arrived at YHA on the 18th of April with a school party from Kuwait. We've stayed for 5 nights. We have really enjoyed the place. The students have enjoyed playing in the back yard. YHA did cater to our needs as muslims and provided great food. The location is amazing and the staff was so friendly: ) Wish I... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Please do come back with your family im sure they would enjoy the visit. Thanks for the positve feed back ,we always do our best to cater for needs of our guests. Give our regards from the staff team here to all the students who came on the residential trip. More

Derby, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

I arrived on the 22nd April with a school party for one night. Well what a brilliant time we all had, the location is stunning and the hostel itself was very clean. The food was great, just what we required and the staff were brilliant, very helpful. In fact we have provisionally booked again for next year as was so... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Brilliant! thats what we are here for. Really happy that the staff and kids got the best experience possible from the school trip. Will look forward to your visit next year. thank you for taking the time to post your review. Yes and please do bring all the staff what about a christmas meal with all the trimmings and a... More

Sheffield, United Kingdom
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40 reviews 40 reviews
36 hotel reviews
Reviews in 34 cities Reviews in 34 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

My wife and I only had 1 night here but thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We had a four-bed room which was lovely and cosy and, we were informed, had 16th century panelling on the walls!! How many places can boast that!! Had a lovely view over Whitby from the window. Did not have an evening meal but purchased a drink... More

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damian p, General Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
24 April 2013

Thank you for the excellent feed back the staff really appreciate it when customers comment on their work. The panelling in the 16th century rooms are special, on you next visit you could try a victorian or georgian room. All 26 rooms are very different but all have some original feature in them. Thanks Again and we are all pleased... More

Sandbach, Cheshire, UK
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22 reviews 22 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2013

The hostel itself is in a wonderful spot, right next to the Abbey. The building is lovely and full of character, the staff are friendly and helpful, the whole place was clean and spacious and the beds are uncomfortable. Ah. It was going so well! Aside from the uncomfortable beds, it's difficult to find fault with this YHA. The communal... More

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damian p, Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Thank you for your positive review about everything except the beds. We are slowly introducing newer bunk beds as we refurbish rooms, so hopefully the uncomfortable beds with become a thing of the past. I hope to see you again the future. More

Manchester, UK
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

YHA, are you sure? First time visitor of a YHA. Very pleasant experience, staff friendly and helpful, great location, accommodation clean and very comfortable, breakfast was substantial enough to set you up for the day, free tickets to explore Whitby Abbey and was able to park right outside. What more can one ask? OK, so there is no-one running after... More

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damian p, Manager at YHA Whitby, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Really happy you were pleasantly surprised by your stay With YHA Whitby, there are plenty more hostels to try out all very different and in great location. Thanks Damian More

 
 
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Address: Abbey House | East Cliff, Whitby YO22 4JT, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Yorkshire > North Yorkshire > Whitby
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free Parking Kitchenette Restaurant Suites Wheelchair access
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Ranked #89 of 138 B&Bs / Inns in Whitby
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
YHA Abbey House is a beautiful grade 1 listed Building with lots of original features. It is right next door to the abbey with brilliant views over Whitby. We have excellent facilities including mostly en-suite rooms, a fantastic garden and wonderful lounges. ... more   less 
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