Riviera Guesthouse
$129
/ night
Avg. for September
Prices for Riviera Guesthouse
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$129
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Riviera Guesthouse average $102 in January, the cheapest month, and $151 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $102 |
| February | $112 |
| March | $111 |
| April | $113 |
| May | $135 |
| June | $136 |
| July | $151 |
| August | $149 |
| September | $129 |
| October | $119 |
| November | $110 |
| December | $102 |
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About this property
You'll find the convenience of luggage storage available during your stay.
Location
Whitby is home to The Riviera Guest House. While the natural beauty of North York Moors National Park and Whitby Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Whitby Harbour. Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
Beach (Nearby)
Luggage Storage
Location
4 Crescent Terrace West Cliff, West Cliff, Whitby, Scarborough District, England, United Kingdom
Room options
10
King Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
150 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
7
Single Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Twin Bed
96 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
6
Family Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
170 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
7
Double Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
112 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
19
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
160 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
10
Standard Double Room
Room details
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
180 ft²
HeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
12
Superior King Room
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
220 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
8
Queen Room with Sea View
Room details
1 Queen Bed
Sleeps 2
160 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
5
Single Room with Private External Bathroom
Room details
1 Twin Bed
105 ft²
Sea ViewHeatingPrivate BathroomTVAccessible by Stairs
Guest reviews of Riviera Guesthouse
8.8
Fabulous
Based on 470 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
3%
Couple
51%
Family
24%
Group
7%
Solo
12%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Riviera Guesthouse is praised for its seafront location on the West Cliff, quiet yet close to the harbour, with many rooms offering striking sea views and generally clean, comfortable spaces supported by welcoming, friendly hosts.
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Riviera Guesthouse is praised for its seafront location on the West Cliff, quiet yet close to the harbour, with many rooms offering striking sea views and generally clean, comfortable spaces supported by welcoming, friendly hosts.
Breakfast is widely praised for quality and choice, though a few guests mention confusion over serving times or an abrupt tone. There is no lift and many stairs to upper floors, so access can be challenging for those with limited mobility. Street parking uses low cost permits sold on site; some guests parked easily, while others still found it a bit tricky. Some rooms feel dated or have low ceilings, but overall it suits travellers seeking a scenic, traditional seaside stay.
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Facilities
No lift and many stairs to upper floors; low cost street-parking permits are available from the property, and while several guests parked easily, others found parking challenging.
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10
David
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very handy for town, my room looked out to see.Friendly staff and excellent breakfast,good choice. Parking was ok,it's disk zone but you can buy permit from them,my four days cost £2 for full stay. Would definitely go again
Very handy for town, my room looked out to see.Friendly staff and excellent breakfast,good choice. Parking was ok,it's disk zone but you can buy permit from them,my four days cost £2 for full stay. Would definitely go again
8
Barry
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
On the West Cliffs with a lovely view of the sea and the harbour from our third floor room (the stairs were tiring after a long day!). Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice. For £3 the guest house can provide a parking card valid for four days in Whitby. We had no trouble parking in the street around the corner.
On the West Cliffs with a lovely view of the sea and the harbour from our third floor room (the stairs were tiring after a long day!). Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice. For £3 the guest house can provide a parking card valid for four days in Whitby. We had no trouble parking in the street around the corner.
10
Marc
May 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great venue, easy and very cheap parking. Fantastic breakfast.
Great venue, easy and very cheap parking. Fantastic breakfast.
10
George
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
No lift ,so being on the third floor climbing all the stairs was not for anyone with disabilities or with walking difficulties (As my partner had ) . Fire escape procedure was not what i would expected from a five storey building .
No lift ,so being on the third floor climbing all the stairs was not for anyone with disabilities or with walking difficulties (As my partner had ) . Fire escape procedure was not what i would expected from a five storey building .
8
C E
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
8
Julie
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great B n B in a fab position just near the whale bone arch. We had top floor sea view room, nice n quiet (not good for less mobile) the lady owner had e mailed beforehand to check we were ok with stairs(we are). Shower gel and shampoo in the bathroom, with heated towel rail. Plenty of plug sockets to go at. Tcmf and biscuits in the room, along with wine glasses and tumblers. Hairdryer in the drawer. Plenty of wardrobe space , ironing board. Really comfy bed. Top floor hallway area was a bit chilly...as was the room (14)...but it does say in the welcome book to turn it on and heat up to your own needs...which we did... big electric wall heater which heats up fast and gets the room really cosy. Nice hot fast shower. Lovely brekky (pre order from welcome book and leave it downstairs in the box the night before). Lovely ladies working the brekky room both days. Free parking outside (only valid mid oct-mid march...due to seasonal months)...in high season...follow parking permit instructions.
Great B n B in a fab position just near the whale bone arch. We had top floor sea view room, nice n quiet (not good for less mobile) the lady owner had e mailed beforehand to check we were ok with stairs(we are). Shower gel and shampoo in the bathroom, with heated towel rail. Plenty of plug sockets to go at. Tcmf and biscuits in the room, along with wine glasses and tumblers. Hairdryer in the drawer. Plenty of wardrobe space , ironing board. Really comfy bed. Top floor hallway area was a bit chilly...as was the room (14)...but it does say in the welcome book to turn it on and heat up to your own needs...which we did... big electric wall heater which heats up fast and gets the room really cosy. Nice hot fast shower. Lovely brekky (pre order from welcome book and leave it downstairs in the box the night before). Lovely ladies working the brekky room both days. Free parking outside (only valid mid oct-mid march...due to seasonal months)...in high season...follow parking permit instructions.
10
Rebecca
Jun 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely short stay here, nothing too much trouble, had a great nights sleep, £3 parking permit was fantastic, breakfast was lovely
We had a lovely short stay here, nothing too much trouble, had a great nights sleep, £3 parking permit was fantastic, breakfast was lovely
8
Mary
Dec 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A reasonably priced guest house which is very convenient for the beach walk and the town centre. Very good choices at breakfast. Parking is, maybe inevitably, a trial!
A reasonably priced guest house which is very convenient for the beach walk and the town centre. Very good choices at breakfast. Parking is, maybe inevitably, a trial!
8
David
Sep 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property was excellent! Great location, clean, 3 pounds for parking. My only drawback, 5th floor with no lift. Very slow wifi. Otherwise, very good!
Property was excellent! Great location, clean, 3 pounds for parking. My only drawback, 5th floor with no lift. Very slow wifi. Otherwise, very good!
6
David
May 28, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Location of guest house was excellent but as for all such properties in this area car parking has to be paid for using discs or cards purchased from the property. The Riviera was OK but not as good as we were expecting based on the historic reviews.
Location of guest house was excellent but as for all such properties in this area car parking has to be paid for using discs or cards purchased from the property. The Riviera was OK but not as good as we were expecting based on the historic reviews.
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Cleanliness
Many guests report very clean rooms, but some cite bathroom odours, mould or limescale, and occasional cleanliness issues in shared areas.
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10
jason
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
4
Denis
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
I knew there would be stairs to climb, but I didn’t expect it would be eight flights to our room. A warning would have been appreciated. There was a strong smell emanating from the bathroom although the bathroom was clean we had to keep the extractor fan going 24 hours a day to confine the smell to the bathroom. The sheets were too small for the mattress and kept rucking up. It would have been appreciated if we had some help lugging our luggage up and down the stairs no one was available. I am sure that others must have complained about the smell in the bathroom and am surprised nothing has been done about it.
I knew there would be stairs to climb, but I didn’t expect it would be eight flights to our room. A warning would have been appreciated. There was a strong smell emanating from the bathroom although the bathroom was clean we had to keep the extractor fan going 24 hours a day to confine the smell to the bathroom. The sheets were too small for the mattress and kept rucking up. It would have been appreciated if we had some help lugging our luggage up and down the stairs no one was available. I am sure that others must have complained about the smell in the bathroom and am surprised nothing has been done about it.
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ROBERT
Oct 15, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Facilities not up to a good standard. Cleanliness poor. Shower cubicle unclean with mould and limescale. Sink not secure and matress like a beanbag. Staff brilliant and breakfast nice.Dining area floor not cleaned as fluff and dust in dame place for 2 days
Facilities not up to a good standard. Cleanliness poor. Shower cubicle unclean with mould and limescale. Sink not secure and matress like a beanbag. Staff brilliant and breakfast nice.Dining area floor not cleaned as fluff and dust in dame place for 2 days
8
C E
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
4
susan
Oct 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
8
Richard
Jul 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Well looked after, the bedroom had a nice character, however the bathroom en suite has had some sort of a make over but not to the best standard.
Well looked after, the bedroom had a nice character, however the bathroom en suite has had some sort of a make over but not to the best standard.
10
Ella
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
10
Martin
Mar 9, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location across from the beach with sea view. Near to the town. A very clean and comfortable stay. Owners were there if needed, but never intrusive. Staff friendly. We can recommend the Garden Room restaurant at Sneaton Castle and the Trenchers Fish restaurant in Whitby. Both served very good food.
Great location across from the beach with sea view. Near to the town. A very clean and comfortable stay. Owners were there if needed, but never intrusive. Staff friendly. We can recommend the Garden Room restaurant at Sneaton Castle and the Trenchers Fish restaurant in Whitby. Both served very good food.
6
Nicholas
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
10
Darren
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, many with standout sea views and decent space; some feel dated or have low ceilings in eaves-level rooms.
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Kay
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A great customer service from the confirmation of the booking to leaving. All staff are friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious. I think it was the little touches such as Zed coming round at breakfast time checking in with everyone that they are ok.
A great customer service from the confirmation of the booking to leaving. All staff are friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious. I think it was the little touches such as Zed coming round at breakfast time checking in with everyone that they are ok.
10
jason
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
Karen
Mar 28, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice stay,great sea view,great location, lovely breakfast x
A nice stay,great sea view,great location, lovely breakfast x
8
Mrs Yvonne
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Comfortable room just a shame there were so many stairs as we are both elderly and found them a little daunting. Breakfasts were delicious, especially the porridge! Furniture in bedroom rather old and dated but all in all a very nice guesthouse.
Comfortable room just a shame there were so many stairs as we are both elderly and found them a little daunting. Breakfasts were delicious, especially the porridge! Furniture in bedroom rather old and dated but all in all a very nice guesthouse.
8
EMMA
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My top floor room with dormer window had great views out to sea - the payoff being 73 internal stairs in addition to the dozen from street level! I'd previously stayed at this property so was aware of the stairs and the property owner Emma also messaged me at the time of booking to check that there were no mobility issues. After a minor issue around check-in times, I was able to quickly settle in and found my room to be clean and comfortable with good quality bedding and a generous refreshments tray. Supplementary heating was available if required but I found the room was toasty thanks to the afternoon sun. Breakfast choices were made the previous evening and popped into a box in reception. Breakfast service ran smoothly with clear table allocations, a good supply of filter coffee, high quality items in my full English and branded cereals and preserves. Overall, a pleasant stay and I would certainly stay again.
My top floor room with dormer window had great views out to sea - the payoff being 73 internal stairs in addition to the dozen from street level! I'd previously stayed at this property so was aware of the stairs and the property owner Emma also messaged me at the time of booking to check that there were no mobility issues. After a minor issue around check-in times, I was able to quickly settle in and found my room to be clean and comfortable with good quality bedding and a generous refreshments tray. Supplementary heating was available if required but I found the room was toasty thanks to the afternoon sun. Breakfast choices were made the previous evening and popped into a box in reception. Breakfast service ran smoothly with clear table allocations, a good supply of filter coffee, high quality items in my full English and branded cereals and preserves. Overall, a pleasant stay and I would certainly stay again.
8
Julie
Dec 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great B n B in a fab position just near the whale bone arch. We had top floor sea view room, nice n quiet (not good for less mobile) the lady owner had e mailed beforehand to check we were ok with stairs(we are). Shower gel and shampoo in the bathroom, with heated towel rail. Plenty of plug sockets to go at. Tcmf and biscuits in the room, along with wine glasses and tumblers. Hairdryer in the drawer. Plenty of wardrobe space , ironing board. Really comfy bed. Top floor hallway area was a bit chilly...as was the room (14)...but it does say in the welcome book to turn it on and heat up to your own needs...which we did... big electric wall heater which heats up fast and gets the room really cosy. Nice hot fast shower. Lovely brekky (pre order from welcome book and leave it downstairs in the box the night before). Lovely ladies working the brekky room both days. Free parking outside (only valid mid oct-mid march...due to seasonal months)...in high season...follow parking permit instructions.
Great B n B in a fab position just near the whale bone arch. We had top floor sea view room, nice n quiet (not good for less mobile) the lady owner had e mailed beforehand to check we were ok with stairs(we are). Shower gel and shampoo in the bathroom, with heated towel rail. Plenty of plug sockets to go at. Tcmf and biscuits in the room, along with wine glasses and tumblers. Hairdryer in the drawer. Plenty of wardrobe space , ironing board. Really comfy bed. Top floor hallway area was a bit chilly...as was the room (14)...but it does say in the welcome book to turn it on and heat up to your own needs...which we did... big electric wall heater which heats up fast and gets the room really cosy. Nice hot fast shower. Lovely brekky (pre order from welcome book and leave it downstairs in the box the night before). Lovely ladies working the brekky room both days. Free parking outside (only valid mid oct-mid march...due to seasonal months)...in high season...follow parking permit instructions.
10
Joel
Jan 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No complaints from me. Fantastic value, amazing view, fantastic location! Will definitely stay again!
No complaints from me. Fantastic value, amazing view, fantastic location! Will definitely stay again!
8
Richard
Dec 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was informed about being on the 4th floor in advance of my stay, which was not a problem. However, the stairway is steep and has many doors to pass through. The room itself is compromised for height by being in the eaves but not a problem for a solo traveller. Would be a different review if I had been offered this"luxury" double room as a couple
I was informed about being on the 4th floor in advance of my stay, which was not a problem. However, the stairway is steep and has many doors to pass through. The room itself is compromised for height by being in the eaves but not a problem for a solo traveller. Would be a different review if I had been offered this"luxury" double room as a couple
10
Darren
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
10
Jeffrey
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
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Service
Owners and staff are often described as welcoming, helpful and accommodating, including with late arrivals; a few guests experienced brusque interactions and miscommunication about breakfast times.
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jonathan
Dec 5, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Great little hotel with very friendly staff.
Great little hotel with very friendly staff.
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Kay
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
A great customer service from the confirmation of the booking to leaving. All staff are friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious. I think it was the little touches such as Zed coming round at breakfast time checking in with everyone that they are ok.
A great customer service from the confirmation of the booking to leaving. All staff are friendly and helpful, the room was clean and spacious. I think it was the little touches such as Zed coming round at breakfast time checking in with everyone that they are ok.
10
jason
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
8
C E
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
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susan
Oct 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
10
Ahmed
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service from Riviera. I am especially appreciative of them accommodating my very late arrival and check in. The breakfast was also excellent - I highly recommend the smoked kipper if you want something new and different.
Great service from Riviera. I am especially appreciative of them accommodating my very late arrival and check in. The breakfast was also excellent - I highly recommend the smoked kipper if you want something new and different.
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Ella
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
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Nicholas
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
10
Rebecca
Jun 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We had a lovely short stay here, nothing too much trouble, had a great nights sleep, £3 parking permit was fantastic, breakfast was lovely
We had a lovely short stay here, nothing too much trouble, had a great nights sleep, £3 parking permit was fantastic, breakfast was lovely
10
Kay
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice genuine owners . Staff happy & friendly . Nothing too much trouble
Very nice genuine owners . Staff happy & friendly . Nothing too much trouble
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Location
Excellent seafront position on the West Cliff, opposite or near the beach and a short walk to the harbour and town; several note it’s quiet yet convenient.
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jason
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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David
Oct 12, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very handy for town, my room looked out to see.Friendly staff and excellent breakfast,good choice. Parking was ok,it's disk zone but you can buy permit from them,my four days cost £2 for full stay. Would definitely go again
Very handy for town, my room looked out to see.Friendly staff and excellent breakfast,good choice. Parking was ok,it's disk zone but you can buy permit from them,my four days cost £2 for full stay. Would definitely go again
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Barry
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
On the West Cliffs with a lovely view of the sea and the harbour from our third floor room (the stairs were tiring after a long day!). Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice. For £3 the guest house can provide a parking card valid for four days in Whitby. We had no trouble parking in the street around the corner.
On the West Cliffs with a lovely view of the sea and the harbour from our third floor room (the stairs were tiring after a long day!). Breakfast was lovely with plenty of choice. For £3 the guest house can provide a parking card valid for four days in Whitby. We had no trouble parking in the street around the corner.
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C E
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
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Joel
Jan 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No complaints from me. Fantastic value, amazing view, fantastic location! Will definitely stay again!
No complaints from me. Fantastic value, amazing view, fantastic location! Will definitely stay again!
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Catherine
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely guesthouse in a great location opposite the beach. Breakfast was delicious
Lovely guesthouse in a great location opposite the beach. Breakfast was delicious
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Jan
Apr 25, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb location
Superb location
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Mary
Dec 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A reasonably priced guest house which is very convenient for the beach walk and the town centre. Very good choices at breakfast. Parking is, maybe inevitably, a trial!
A reasonably priced guest house which is very convenient for the beach walk and the town centre. Very good choices at breakfast. Parking is, maybe inevitably, a trial!
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Darren
May 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
Excellent choice for a last minute visit to Whitby. Stunning views overlooking the sea and a perfect location for exploring everything Whitby has to offer. Super clean and modern room and lovely full English breakfast. Nothing at all to complain about. If you can mange the 199 steps you will be fine here 😁
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Jeffrey
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
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Dining
Breakfast is frequently praised for taste, quality and choice, with a simple pre-order system; a few mention rigid timing or isolated quality issues.
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jason
Oct 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Denis
Sep 13, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
I knew there would be stairs to climb, but I didn’t expect it would be eight flights to our room. A warning would have been appreciated. There was a strong smell emanating from the bathroom although the bathroom was clean we had to keep the extractor fan going 24 hours a day to confine the smell to the bathroom. The sheets were too small for the mattress and kept rucking up. It would have been appreciated if we had some help lugging our luggage up and down the stairs no one was available. I am sure that others must have complained about the smell in the bathroom and am surprised nothing has been done about it.
I knew there would be stairs to climb, but I didn’t expect it would be eight flights to our room. A warning would have been appreciated. There was a strong smell emanating from the bathroom although the bathroom was clean we had to keep the extractor fan going 24 hours a day to confine the smell to the bathroom. The sheets were too small for the mattress and kept rucking up. It would have been appreciated if we had some help lugging our luggage up and down the stairs no one was available. I am sure that others must have complained about the smell in the bathroom and am surprised nothing has been done about it.
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C E
May 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
Fabulous sea front location. Friendly staff. Payable permit parking close by. No lift, so lots of stairs to take into consideration. Overall, good cleanliness, practical room space with all the standard goodies supplied. Excellent breakfast selection also included.
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susan
Oct 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
The positives ….. bed was clean bath was clean. Negatives ….. overall very unclean. Public toilet out of order. Staff unhelpful and rude. We were told breakfast was 9am - 10am arrived at 9:10 am to be told breakfast was finished. When we explained what we had been told at check in the response was “ in the twelve years we have had this hotel we have never said that !!!” They then said they may be able to rustle us something up ….. it was terrible. Very poor food. Staff banging stuff down on the table obviously unhappy with us. Coffee was undrinkable. Very dirty breakfast room. Overall our experience was not good. Would definitely not return.
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Ahmed
Jul 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great service from Riviera. I am especially appreciative of them accommodating my very late arrival and check in. The breakfast was also excellent - I highly recommend the smoked kipper if you want something new and different.
Great service from Riviera. I am especially appreciative of them accommodating my very late arrival and check in. The breakfast was also excellent - I highly recommend the smoked kipper if you want something new and different.
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EMMA
Jun 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
My top floor room with dormer window had great views out to sea - the payoff being 73 internal stairs in addition to the dozen from street level! I'd previously stayed at this property so was aware of the stairs and the property owner Emma also messaged me at the time of booking to check that there were no mobility issues. After a minor issue around check-in times, I was able to quickly settle in and found my room to be clean and comfortable with good quality bedding and a generous refreshments tray. Supplementary heating was available if required but I found the room was toasty thanks to the afternoon sun. Breakfast choices were made the previous evening and popped into a box in reception. Breakfast service ran smoothly with clear table allocations, a good supply of filter coffee, high quality items in my full English and branded cereals and preserves. Overall, a pleasant stay and I would certainly stay again.
My top floor room with dormer window had great views out to sea - the payoff being 73 internal stairs in addition to the dozen from street level! I'd previously stayed at this property so was aware of the stairs and the property owner Emma also messaged me at the time of booking to check that there were no mobility issues. After a minor issue around check-in times, I was able to quickly settle in and found my room to be clean and comfortable with good quality bedding and a generous refreshments tray. Supplementary heating was available if required but I found the room was toasty thanks to the afternoon sun. Breakfast choices were made the previous evening and popped into a box in reception. Breakfast service ran smoothly with clear table allocations, a good supply of filter coffee, high quality items in my full English and branded cereals and preserves. Overall, a pleasant stay and I would certainly stay again.
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Ella
Dec 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
It was amazing, the service and the personal touch was perfect. Really enjoyed the breakfast it’s such a good idea ordering it the night before to save wasting food. All questions were answered straight away and in a friendly way. The room was clean and it had a great selection of tea and coffee with biscuits too. For my first time to Whitby, it was the best place to stay.
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Catherine
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely guesthouse in a great location opposite the beach. Breakfast was delicious
Lovely guesthouse in a great location opposite the beach. Breakfast was delicious
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Nicholas
Jul 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
The premises was well located and easily accessed. The quality of the rooms was average. The electric shower in our room (9) did not work properly. The book in the room said breakfast was 8 - 9.30 at weekends but when we went down for breakfast at 9.20 we were rather abruptly told we were too late and would have to have continental. At the very least the information in the book should be updated. We were not the only ones caught out by this. All in all organisation was a little shoddy. An hour for breakfast at weekends is not enough.
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Jeffrey
Apr 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
Lovely room with sea view. Excellent breakfast.
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Tim
Aug 7, 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Very clean. Great breakfast choices and very efficiently served. Great location - most rooms have sea view. Only downside is no lift and we were on the 3rd floor of 4 - 58 steps!
Very clean. Great breakfast choices and very efficiently served. Great location - most rooms have sea view. Only downside is no lift and we were on the 3rd floor of 4 - 58 steps!
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Steven
Jul 27, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Ideal position with fantastic views over the sea and Whitby. Room was very modern and clean and the bathroom was spotless. Great communication before, even asking if we were okay climbing stairs as our room was on the third floor. Fabulous, informative welcome. Breakfast was fabulous also.
Ideal position with fantastic views over the sea and Whitby. Room was very modern and clean and the bathroom was spotless. Great communication before, even asking if we were okay climbing stairs as our room was on the third floor. Fabulous, informative welcome. Breakfast was fabulous also.
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ILÍDIO
Jul 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Everything was marvellous
Everything was marvellous
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Chris
May 22, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed 2 nights and had a very relaxing stay. The breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice.
I stayed 2 nights and had a very relaxing stay. The breakfast was excellent with plenty of choice.
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Karen
May 8, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Very clean room,good breakfast very good parking with permit and friendly staff.
Very clean room,good breakfast very good parking with permit and friendly staff.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 19:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Riviera Guesthouse
Is parking available at the property?
Parking is available at the property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 19:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The Riviera Guest House is located in Whitby, close to Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club, with nearby attractions including North York Moors National Park and Pannett Park.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies are not mentioned.
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