White Horse & Griffin

Hotels
7.9 (2539 reviews)
87 Church Street , Whitby , GB

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Delicious breakfast
Good value for money
Cons:
Dated room furnishings
Cleaning issues
Inconsistent service

Categories

Cleanliness
6.4
The bedroom was dated and shabby, indicating a need for refurbishment.
Service
8.4
Staff were friendly and helpful, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.9
Fabulous location with great access to local sights, highly praised in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
6.9
Rooms were generally well-reviewed, but some mentioned being dated or in need of refurbishing.
Amenities
7.9
Good amenities with a lovely breakfast and cozy rooms, but some facilities mentioned needed improvements.
Value for Money
8.4
Generally seen as great value with good offerings for the cost.
Food and Beverage
8.4
Food received positive reviews, particularly for breakfast.
Overall Experience
7.9
Guests have returned multiple times, indicating satisfaction despite some issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-02 21:42

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Set in a 17th-century building, the White Horse & Griffin offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. The elegant rooms feature original details like bare stone walls and wooden-beamed ceilings, while still providing tea and coffee facilities for your convenience.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a culinary experience at the on-site restaurant, known for serving local, fresh seafood alongside a variety of vegetarian and meat dishes. After a day of exploring Whitby’s sandy beach or Grade I listed abbey, unwind by the cozy log fire in the bar and bistro.

Convenient Location
Located just a short walk from Whitby town centre and the rail station, the property provides easy access to the area's top attractions. Don't miss the opportunity to book your stay at the White Horse & Griffin for a memorable and convenient getaway.

Important information:

Due to the style of the building, there are narrow and steep stairs leading to the rooms, which may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Small dogs can be accommodated in some rooms, for a surcharge. Please contact the property for further information and availability.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: MME

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 2539 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.9
Room Quality: 6.9
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.4
Overall Experience: 7.9
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Mark • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Great location, lovely breakfast with polite & helpful server, comfy bed

Cons:

Unprofessional & completely uninterested staff at check-in. We felt as though we were an inconvenience.
Upon asking about the lack of hot water for a shower, we were told to let it run & it will eventually come through & a facetious comment about it being a 16th century building & it takes a little time!.....wasn't aware that they made combi-boilers in the 16th century.....😏

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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steven • couple • ca
7
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jennifer • extended_group • gb
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Helen • solo_traveller • gb
4
Pros:

The staff were lovely and the building was nice as it was old

Cons:

It didn't feel clean the room I was in felt damp and unclean very basic

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Toni • solo_traveller • gb
7
Not worth the price per night
Pros:

Bed was comfortable with clean linen. Bath and shower were lovely and hot.

Cons:

Box skirt around bed was dirty and extra satin quilt on the bed had holes in it. Coffee making facilities hadn't been checked and no milk supplied. Lock to the room was horrendous to open and shut, thought we were going to stuck inside. Door to the room rattled all night and continously woke us up. One of the bathroom window panes was not supported at the bottom as the wood was rotten and had cm open gap. Breakfast was okay but not cooked well. Never once asked if everything was fine or were we enjoying our stay and breakfast

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Rosie • couple • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
4
We wouldn't stay again it the attic room
Pros:

The team were all very welcoming

Cons:

The room was in the attic which we knew when we booked but with the rooms below we could hear every conversation (word for word!) and even the kettle boiling, so we had disturbed sleep all night and then in the morning. We had the worse night sleep. The toilet seat was badly stain and should have been replaced with the bathroom needing updating. It felt clean in the room and the communal areas but the banisters just need a wipe.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Eloise • solo_traveller • gb
8
Atmospheric, cosy stay
Pros:

Great location, staff were all super nice and helpful, characterful and cosy.

Cons:

Wasn't as clean as we would have liked and getting a bit tired. But given the location and other good points, was good value for price we paid.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Susan • extended_group • gb
5
Would not stay again
Pros:

Location on old town area by steps

Cons:

Staff absolutely not interested that I had mobility issue this was questioned at booking regarding lowest floor to accessible issues too high to walk. they said 3 flights to climb! Friend was in a mobility scooter!! The room bit tired and very dirty in my eyes compared to older inns stayed in. Drink tray had debris in it, tables dirty, plugs used extension leads hanging down, the toilet was disgusting in that the fixings were rusted and look awful plus the bath had stains in it not very pleasant. The bed valance was stained. The man who booked us in not bothered no names, so miserable and unhelpful not interested about concerns and was quite flippant ln his reply about my concerns . Will absolutely never recommend staying over. The only person nice was the waiter who served us breakfast he was pleasant anc attentive.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Anon y mouse • solo_traveller • gb
7
Aching feet ! Time for rest..ahh relax
Pros:

Love the locality ..very convenient

Cons:

They forgot to leave milk in room for teas coffees and there was no hairdryer in room I could see. After doing a 25 km walk just needed to rest. The reception phone number wasn't in room and they didn't answer anyway. Had the smallest coffee for breakfast . They should have asked if it was to liking- personally hate fried bread!...but staff rushing doing other things...obviously short staffed ...would rather spend hard earned cash and stay in hotel.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Heidi • couple • gb
7
Despite small gripes still an enjoyable stay. Will definitely come again.
Pros:

Good breakfast but some toast would have been nice.
Room was ok. Bed comfy. Nice bar with good beers. Quaint cosy dining room.

Cons:

Pillows were inadequate. Noisy toilet cistern. Shower head not stable.. Stairs to the top floor steep and no assistance offered by staff for heavy case. Chairs in dining room not comfortable.

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The place has a great history and is a lovely place to stay..Great location.

Cons:

Nothing..if I was to be really fussy, the room could have done with a fresh lick of paint, but not a big issue.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jane • couple • nz
9
Excellent
Pros:

Its history and authenticity. Hot shower, comfortable bed. Super nice and helpful staff especially Ben.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Albert • couple • nl
9
Goed hotel
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
5
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Alexandra • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Alex • couple • gb
6
We needed a room for the night and it was okay
Pros:

Breakfast okay - location excellent

Cons:

Rooms need refurbishing, bed was lumpy , pillows very poor

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gb
8
Great location
Pros:

Great location, very central, very old and charming

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Helen • couple • gb
8
Brilliant - cannot be beat
Pros:

Breakfast very well presented. The room was comfortable and location in town centre the best. Staff were friendly and helpful and catered to our needs as we only had to ask. It was a great stay in town centre and we look forward to visiting every year.

Cons:

Although the room was clean the carpet could do with replacing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • gb
7
We enjoyed our stay appreciating the charm of the inn, the friendly staff and the excellent food.
Pros:

Breakfast was excellent on all three days we were there. Staff are very helpful and friendly. Very relaxed atmosphere.
The building is a lovely old coaching inn with many original features and bags of charm and character It also has two dining/function rooms tastefully decorated in keeping with the old wood panelling, flagged floors and fire places.
The bedroom and bathroom were of a good size and the beds were comfortable.

Cons:

More attention could be given to the cleanliness of the bedroom and bathroom eg dusty lamp shades and cobwebs in some corners. Although the room was a good size providing everything necessary, the paint work was tired and would benefit from repainting.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee