Highgate House

Hotels
9.9 (251 reviews)
25 Saint Hildas Terrace , Whitby , gb

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Terrace
Garden
Hiking
Cycling
Non-smoking throughout
Sun terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent service
Beautiful property
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
No dining table in the room

Categories

Cleanliness
10
Reviews consistently mention the property as immaculately clean and well-kept.
Service
10
Hosts Jonathan and Louise received high praise for being amazing and attentive.
Location
10
The location is frequently described as excellent and well-situated.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are highlighted as beautiful, spacious, and comfortable.
Amenities
9.74
Breakfast in the room and period property features were appreciated.
Value for Money
9.71
Given the quality and services, guests feel it's worth the price.
Food and Beverage
9.75
Breakfast is consistently noted as delicious and of high quality.
Overall Experience
10
Overall sentiment indicates guests had an exceptional visit and plan to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:42

Property Description

Charming Accommodation in Whitby

Convenient Location: Situated within close proximity to Whitby Abbey and Captain Cook Memorial Museum, Highgate House offers easy access to popular attractions.

Outdoor Activities: Guests can indulge in hiking and cycling in the nearby surroundings, or simply relax and unwind in the picturesque garden.

Nearby Attractions: Highgate House is conveniently located near Whitby's key landmarks such as Whitby Lighthouse, Whitby Museum, and Whitby Pavillion.

Experience the charm of Whitby at Highgate House. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway.

Important information:

Please note that check-in outside of normal hours can only be organized by prior arrangement.

Please note that there are several flights of stone steps to access the house from the street and 2 flights of stairs to access the rooms from the hall. Also, the walk to and from town is via a steep slope. Highgate House may therefore not be suitable for guests with mobility difficulties.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.9
Based on 251 reviews
Cleanliness: 10
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 9.74
Value for Money: 9.71
Food and Beverage: 9.75
Overall Experience: 10
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jackie couple gb
10
2026-08-26 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
10
Fabulous place to stay
Pros:

Beautiful property, attention to detail and hosts wonderful

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Nicky couple gb
10
A touch of class!
Pros:

A large Georgian house with lots of history. The room was very spacious and beautifully decorated with lots of attention to detail. We were served a delicious breakfast to our room each morning. The owner, Jonathan, gave us a warm welcome and was available if we needed anything during our stay. It was refreshing to stay somewhere that was so unique and where the service was wonderful. The location was excellent, seconds away from shops, restaurants and a very short stroll to the harbour. Would definitely recommend!

Cons:

Nothing, it was a wonderful stay.

2026-08-20 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
10
Perfect stay - beautiful, pristine accommodation with great hosts and amazing breakfast!
Pros:

Hosts are so welcoming, and the accommodation is beautiful. The most amazing breakfast too!

2026-08-18 via Nuitee
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Beth extended_group gb
10
Perfect Whitby accommodation
Pros:

The house is absolutely stunning. A gorgeous period property. We were made to feel very welcome by Jonathan & Louise. The bedrooms are elegant and immaculate and the breakfast is generous and very tasty. Situated just at the top of the main shopping streets makes it a perfect location for exploring Whitby. We will be back 😊

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Jannine solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The house and garden was beautiful. We stayed in the summer room and it had everything you could need. Everything was clean and decorated to a very high standard. The location was fantastic, with a few independent bars veru close.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Martin couple fr
10
Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjour, tout était beau et confortable et le petit déjeuner parfait.
Pros:

Le lieu est magnifique, les hôtes sont extrêmement agréables et professionnels. Nous avons passé un merveilleux séjours, avec un petit déjeuner servi tous les matins dans la chambre, au saut du lit. La literie était parfaite, et le cadre merveilleux.

Cons:

Rien, tout était absolument parfait.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
10
Great place, great hosts.
Pros:

Excellent. Great welcome when we arrived, helpful with ideas of places to go and eat out, lovely breakfasts. Brilliant place to stay, and fantastic hospitality. Highly recommended.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Jacki couple gb
10
2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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ian graham couple dk
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Jacky solo_traveller gb
10
The hosts Louise & Jonathan were fantastic knowledgeable and very friendly great hosts.
Pros:

Absolutely fabulous, the rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated and the continental breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Alexandra couple gb
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple gb
10
Excellent, just need the one word
Pros:

Beautifully decorated room, comfy bed, large bathroom, overall a great experience. Fanastic breakfast brought to your room, was able to relax and enjoy our weekend away. Nothing was too much trouble we would highly recommend, 5 stars!

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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carl solo_traveller gb
10
Highgate House Whitby
Pros:

Great location. Fabulous host, spacious rooms, comfy bed & breakfast served to your room. Highly recommend & will be back in August. Thanks Jonathon.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Mandy couple gb
10
Friendly welcome from Jonathan and Louise, nothing too much trouble.
Pros:

Excellent room, with high quality top end decor beautiful garden and perfect location. Parking voucher for easy parking, paid for by host.

Cons:

Nothing - everything was just perfect.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Wiktorska couple gb
10
A quality B&B
Pros:

Stylish, comfortable accommodation. Well placed to access everything Whitby has to offer. Welcoming and attentive service from the Owners
Peaceful and scrupulously clean.

Cons:

On site parking would be nice, but appreciate that this is an issue at a lot of places in Whitby centre. We parked in the pay and display car park at the rear of the property during our stay. £11 per 24 hour period.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Karl couple gb
10
Fabulously hosts, well appointed accomodation, lovely food and situated in a lovely location closed to all Whitby attrac
Pros:

Lovely building and beautifully decorated room.

Cons:

Loved everything.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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peter solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

What a lovely find only wish was for a couple of extra days fantastic welcome breakfast beautiful
a must try

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
10
It was an utter delight to spend time in Jonathan and Louise’s home . They are so kind , welcoming , down to earth and m
Pros:

Everything ; the most beautiful Georgian house which was immediately inviting in Every way .
Stunning and sympathetic interior with comfort .

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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michele couple gb
10
The perfect place for a relaxing and restful stay in Whitby
Pros:

Highgate House is a historic house lovingly decorated with beautiful interiors throughout. It is in a great location just a few minutes’ walk from the station, town centre and sea front (we didn’t have a car). The hosts are friendly and welcoming providing breakfast on a tray including a bacon roll, fresh fruit salad, toast and pastries. We found the house to be very peaceful as despite all 4 of the large guest bedrooms being occupied we didn’t hear the other guests at all. We plan to stay again.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee