The Riviera Guest House

Property class: 4
4-star guest house near Whitby Harbour

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A four-poster bed with a view of the ocean, a chair, a small table, and a mirror on the wall.
A dining area with wooden chairs and tables, a buffet counter with food and drinks, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A coastal view with a sandy beach, a sea wall, and buildings with distinct architecture.
A multi-story building with a central entrance, bay windows, and a corner turret.
A room with a view of the sea through large windows, a round table, and floral curtains.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available

Explore the area

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4 Crescent Terrace, Whitby, England, YO21 3EL
  • Place, Whitby Pavilion
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, Ensuite (2 Adults & 1 Child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (4 Poster-BayWindow-Room 2)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View (4 Poster-BayWindow-Room 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Single Room, Ensuite, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Private Bathroom, Sea View (Separate Shower Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Whitby

Whitby retreat .At this guesthouse, you'll be steps from Whitby Pavilion and Captain Cook Monument. Whalebone Arch and Whitby Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Whitby Pavilion - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitby Abbey - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 12 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Magpie Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Badger - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Abbey Wharf - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Fisherman's Wife - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Moon & Sixpence - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Riviera Guest House

4-star guest house near Whitby Harbour
The Riviera Guest House offers its guests karaoke. WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 4-star Whitby guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • Karaoke
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
The Riviera Guest House offers 15 accommodations.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Extended parking on site (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Things to do

  • Karaoke

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Riviera Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Riviera Guest House.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riviera Guest House?

As of Sept 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riviera Guest House on Oct 1, 2026 start from CA $128, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How close is The Riviera Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 4-minute walk from Whitby Beach and 2 mi (7-min drive) from West Cliff Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Riviera Guest House offer free breakfast?

The Riviera Guest House does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Riviera Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at The Riviera Guest House?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Riviera Guest House?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse. Extended parking is available for a fee.

Does The Riviera Guest House have a pool?

The Riviera Guest House does not have a pool.

Does The Riviera Guest House have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is The Riviera Guest House to downtown Whitby?

The Riviera Guest House is 0.1 mi away from West Cliff.

The Riviera Guest House Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 260 out of 488 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 488 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 488 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 488 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 488 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room,good breakfast very good parking with permit and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed 2 nights and had a very relaxing stay. The breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to town centre and harbour although up hill as it’s on West Cliff. Great sea views and clean area. Extensive choice for breakfast both cold and hot food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. Very welcoming and helpful owners and staff. Great location. Clean and comfortable. Fabulous breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, helpful staff and clean rooms. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast, good size rooms and spotless, best b&b i have ever stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm owners, kind staff, fantastic food.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stairs are steep but the views are worth the effort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and comfortable. Great breakfast and lovely surroundings.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel with very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel one returning back in new year
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
A nice stay,great sea view,great location, lovely breakfast x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Guesthouse is in a good position, good food , needs T L C , room ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely guesthouse in a great location opposite the beach. Breakfast was delicious
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Guest House was very clean throughout. Staff were all friendly and helpful. Breakfast was excellent quality
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place, excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Room 15 is a bit small but great views
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would 100% recommend. I shall return if i am to stay in Whitby again. Amazing staff and clean rooms. Thank you for a great stay. 5 stars all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Superb location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyrd every aspect of the property the room wss lovely overlooking the sea,and the food was excellant plus the owners cooked it how you liked it. Would definitely return and recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely short stay here, nothing too much trouble, had a great nights sleep, £3 parking permit was fantastic, breakfast was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The riviera is in the perfect location, 5 mins to the harbour, but nice and quiet.The hotel room was spotless , of a generous size with an amazing view overlooking the sea. The owners were very welcoming and the breakfast was faultless along with the service which was exceptional. It was our first time here, we will be back definitely, this should be a go to stop for anyone visiting Whitby, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big rooms and bathroom although a bit dusty room 4 rear facing also used the cups and spoons to make coffee but they was not replaced with clean ones next morning and had to wash them in the bathroom sink (not ideal )lovely breakfast staff very helpful at breakfast ,close to the center parking exspensive if you cant get round the crescent with your scratch card that cost a couple of pounds its £11 a day even tho i have moaned about a couple of miner things i would stay again as it is an ideal location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great value! Lovely view!

No complaints from me. Fantastic value, amazing view, fantastic location! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024