The Dolphin

Hotels
9.1 (1191 reviews)
Bridge Street , Whitby , gb

listing image 1
Show all photos
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Terrace
Family rooms
Fishing
Cycling
Bar
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues noted
Parking difficulties reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.93
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, particularly with the shower and bed linen.
Service
9.9
Staff were frequently described as friendly and attentive.
Location
9.94
The location was highlighted as excellent, with many positive mentions.
Room Quality
8.39
General feedback noted comfort but some rooms described as dated.
Amenities
8.92
Amenities were mostly seen positively; notable mentions for breakfast and fridge service.
Value for Money
8.88
Several reviews suggested the hotel is good value for the location and service provided.
Food and Beverage
9.43
Breakfast received consistent praise, indicating high quality.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall, guests expressed a positive experience with repeated willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 03:57

Property Description

Charming Coastal Stay at The Dolphin Hotel

Nestled in Whitby, The Dolphin Hotel offers a delightful retreat just steps away from Whitby Beach. With a terrace, free WiFi, and a bar, this hotel ensures a comfortable and relaxing stay for guests.

Comfortable Accommodation

The non-smoking rooms at The Dolphin Hotel are thoughtfully equipped with amenities such as a TV, wardrobe, and a hairdryer, providing a cozy haven for guests to unwind after a day of exploration.

Ideal Location for Explorers

Conveniently located near popular attractions like Sandsend Beach and Whitby Abbey, guests can easily immerse themselves in the beauty of the surroundings. Additionally, activities like fishing and cycling await just moments away.

Ready to experience the charm of Whitby? Book your stay at The Dolphin Hotel now for a memorable coastal getaway.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
It's recommended to bring your own vehicle since this property is not serviced by public transportation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children from 4 years old to 16 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 17 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1191 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.93
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 9.43
Overall Experience: 9.4
K
Karen • couple • nz
10
Friendly pub, with great sized room and view. Perfect location.
Pros:

Room was a great size and had a view, breakfast was excellent with a very obliging chef. And we appreciated being able to leave our luggage for a couple of hours. Pub had good ambience and reasonable prices for drinks and meals. Location perfect.

Cons:

We didn’t realise there was no parking and with the bridge closed it was confusing as to where to park nearby. Perhaps it could be clearer that there is no parking and some suggestions given of where to park.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
F
Fred • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Perfect location and Whitby is such a fantastic place

Cons:

The room was a bit smaller than we usually have

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
I
Ian • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Location was superb, staff were very friendly.

Cons:

A little dated in terms of decor (but this added a little to the charm of the building)

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
E
Ellen • couple • gb
9
Lovely place, would stay again!
Pros:

Location, centre of Whitby town. Cleanliness, quiet room despite it being the England-Norway match! Good breakfast, privacy is promised and delivered! Polite staff.

Cons:

Heat - very warm room, weather was warm though. There was a desk fan in the room but it would benefit from a ceiling fan if possible.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • couple • gb
7
Great location
Pros:

Location excellent very good breakfast and breakfast staff very nice

Cons:

Bar staff miserable and need to clean tables. Looked a bit scruffy outside because of it.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
L
Lesley • couple • gb
9
Good stay over priced
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast not as good as last year , no pastries as advertised on menus , fresh fruit didn’t arrive till we were having our cooked breakfast

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
J
jimmy • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jane • couple • gb
10
Fantastic, relaxing stay
Pros:

The location was excellent, right in the heart of Whitby.

Cons:

Understand the reasons why parking isn’t available but would have made stay superb

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
S
Susan • solo_traveller • gb
3
Don't exactly jump through Hoops here.
Pros:

Our room was clean, bed was comfortable.

Cons:

Attitude of some staff who dragged rest down with them. The Chef refused a client and extra egg despite him excluding other items from full English breakfast. Very rude greeting by member of bar staff stood outside at 10:30 on on our arrival back at end of night.
Not impressed by the hour, 0830-09:30 breakfast slot.
It's location on far side of swing bridge from town makes it very difficult. This appears to happen often during hit weather

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
J
Janet • couple • gb
8
Enjoyed our stay and hope to come again. The only let down was the unfortunate breakdown of the bridge but this did not
Pros:

Lovely room (room 2) great views. Clean and comfortable. Grateful for facility to get water and milk.

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
C
Charlotte • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The property was in a fantastic location. The staff were really friendly and helpful. The bedrooms had plenty of space and over looking the sea. This property is also five mins from the station. Breakfast was delicious. Can’t recommend it enough.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
V
Victoria • couple • gb
8
Fantastic location and the staff were brilliant.
Pros:

Location was fantastic

Cons:

The temperature of the property was very hot and stuffy
No where near enough ventilation
A lot of the windows didn’t open and no provision of a fan

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
M
Mc Garry • couple • gb
8
Overall very good
Pros:

Great location, breakfast was nice. Clean, tidy

Cons:

Apart from one member of staff, I found them very unwelcoming. I felt as if they didn't want to be there

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
J
Jonathan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Worth book8ng
Pros:

Well placed great staff and breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
D
Dianne • couple • gb
7
I love our stay at the dolphin just few things changed over the past year.
Pros:

We visit the dolphin 3 to 4 times per year

Cons:

I requested room 2 which we always requested it was empty but girl behind bar said we were given room 1 very dusty no green milk just full fat .

2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
M
Michael • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Delicious breakfast this morning great Location.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
H
helen • couple • gb
7
Great location , reasonably priced.
Pros:

Location good , staff were pleasant , room was adequate.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
M
Mel • couple • gb
7
The position of the hotel is perfect, the pub can get noisy, we would stay there again.
Pros:

The position of the hotel is excellent, not too far from car or station. We were in room 2 which is probably the best room being quite large, with a wonderful view of the bridge and river. It was clean and tidy but the toilet/ bathroom is cramped.

Cons:

The hotel is a pub that has 5 or 6 rooms. It does not have normal hotel facilities such as the room being tided and the bed made while you are out. Milk and bottles of water were kept in a fridge on the stair half landing going up to the next floor. There is not a fridge in the room.
Really these were all minor points as far as we were concerned and it did not spoil our stay. We would go there again.

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
A
Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
Andrew R
Pros:

Really enjoyed my stay. Very central.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
K
karen Howson • family_with_children • gb
10
Excellent stay at the Dolphin
Pros:

Location is excellent as you are so close to all amenities. Excellent room. Wonderful breakfast. All the staff are lovely & very helpful

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee