Riviera Guesthouse

4 Crescent Terrace West Cliff, Whitby, YO21 3EL, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>719</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
8.7
Scored 8.7
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
719 reviews

Very good place to stay lovely outlook the breakfast was really good staff and owners were friendly I would recommend this hotel good job

Lynne United Kingdom
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Riviera Guesthouse

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Set in Whitby, just 300 metres from Whitby Beach, Riviera Guesthouse offers beachfront accommodation with free WiFi. It is situated 1.6 km from Sandsend Beach and provides luggage storage space. The guest house features family rooms. At the guest house, the units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house features certain units with sea views, and units have a kettle. The units at the guest house come with a seating area. Peasholm Park is 31 km from the guest house, while Dalby Forest is 34 km away. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 67 km from Riviera Guesthouse.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Whitby, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5

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Availability

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Room type
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
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1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.1
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    Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Very good place to stay lovely outlook the breakfast was really good staff and owners were friendly I would recommend this hotel good job”
  • Kirsty
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely stay beautiful house nice clean rooms very comfortable plenty of choice for breakfast which tasted fantastic thankyou look forward to staying again when in Whitby”
  • Victoria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Location was ideal. Hotel room very clean. Staff very friendly, most interaction was at breakfast time and they were very attentive”
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Zed & Emma

Company review score: 9.4Based on 717 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Oh I do like to be beside the seaside… And there’s no place quite like Whitby! Fish and chips and queuing up for your favourite ice cream; sand castle competitions and dipping your toes in chilly water, brightly coloured beach huts and fresh salty sea air; a stroll around a quaint town & a rambling walk in the countryside. If you are looking to escape for a classic seaside break, there is no better destination than Whitby. Recognised as the epitome of a British seaside holiday, Whitby has everything you could ask for and more. Boasting one of the best locations for accommodation in town is the Riviera. Our friendly family-run guest house has received several awards for excellence in guest satisfaction. What’s more you won’t find a better outlook in Whitby than here, with panoramic views out to the dramatic North Sea, Whitby Harbour and across to the next bay of Sandsend from our comfortably appointed en suite bedrooms and dining rooms. The Guesthouse is a stone's throw away from the sandy beach & within walking distance of the town with it's vibrant fishing harbour, beautiful and unique shops, restaurants & tourist attractions (e.g., Captain Cooks Museum, the Dracula Exper...

Neighbourhood information

The Riviera is situated in the heart of Whitby on the West Cliff. This family run establishment has magnificent sea and harbour-entrance views and is situated opposite Whitby Pavillion/Spa. It is ideally situated in this wonderful town with the beach, harbour and town centre within easy walking distance. Whatever your interests – walking, cycling, fishing, culture/sightseeing, business, friend/family get together or simply a break away, the Riviera offers a warm welcome to all guests old & new.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Riviera Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Beach
Living Area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 19:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Riviera Guesthouse accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note, the property has stairs throughout the building, with no lift access. As a result, it may not be suitable for those with reduced mobility.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

FAQs about Riviera Guesthouse

  • Riviera Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • Riviera Guesthouse is 700 yards from the centre of Whitby. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Riviera Guesthouse is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Riviera Guesthouse include:

    • Double
    • Single
    • Family

  • The prices at Riviera Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.