Name: La Rosa Hotel
Address: 5 East Terrace, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 3HB
Price range: US$228+
Rating: 8.0

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About the Hotel

5 East Terrace, Whitby, YO21 3HB

Close to Whitby Beach

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8.8

9.6

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5.0

4.8

Loved by La Rosa Hotel guests

Quirky rooms

Comfortable bed

Fine views

Friendly staff

Great location

Fabulous breakfast

La Rosa Hotel - A Victorian-inspired boutique hotel with a cocktail library, sea views, and family-friendly amenities

La Rosa Hotel blends Victorian inspiration with thrift shop finds and antique kitsch, offering a unique, opulent ambiance. The 3-star property features rooms with private bathrooms, most equipped with baths rather than showers, along with free WiFi, electric kettles, and parquet floors; select accommodations include sea views. A continental or vegetarian breakfast hamper is delivered to rooms between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM, while the Victorian tearoom serves homemade cakes and drinks. The hotel provides a cocktail library stocked with books and vintage records, and dogs are welcome for an additional fee with a goody bag included. La Rosa Hotel is 0.5 km from Whitby Harbour and 1 km from Whitby Abbey, with on-street parking available nearby. Family-friendly options include roll-out futons for children in most rooms.

Pros

The Victorian-inspired decor features carefully sourced thrift shop finds and antique kitsch.

A continental or vegetarian breakfast hamper is delivered directly to guest rooms.

Dogs are accommodated with a welcome goody bag from a local bakery.

The cocktail library offers a selection of books and vintage records for guests.

Cons

Most rooms have baths instead of showers.

The nearest airport, Teesside International, is 70 km away.

Select your room type

La Rosa Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Sea View
2 persons
110 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Bathtub
room details
Family Suite
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 King-size bed, 1 King-size bed and 1 King-size bed
Shower
room details
King Room
2 persons
110 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
Bathtub
Heating
room details

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Facilities

La Rosa Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.4/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Pets allowed
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Board games

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Room decor

Parquet floor

La Rosa Hotel Location

5 East Terrace, Whitby, YO21 3HB

Map view

City landmarks

Landmark

Whitby Abbey

3800 ft

Museum

Whitby Museum

2200 ft

Church

St Mary's Church

3000 ft

Park

Pannett Park

2200 ft

Landmark

199 Steps

2500 ft

Landmark

The Cinder Track

3200 ft

Landmark

Eskape Whitby

4000 ft

Nearby

Lighthouse

Whitby Lighthouse

600 ft

Art object

Captain Cook Memorial Museum Whitby

1900 ft

Endeavour Wharf

Whitby Harbour

1900 ft

North Terrace The west Cliff

Whalebone Arch

600 ft

Cliff Street

Captain Cook Statue

500 ft

Pier Road

RNLI Whitby Museum

1000 ft

West Cliff

Whitby Wizard

1400 ft

Museum

Dracula Experience Ltd

1200 ft

Church

St Hilda's Church

1000 ft

Endeavour Wharf Dockend

The Endeavour Experience Whitby

1600 ft

Gallery

Pannett Park Art Gallery & Whitby Museum

1800 ft

Langborne Road

Whitby Town War Memorial

1700 ft

Poets Cottage Nr Whitby

Poets Cottage Shrub Nursery

600 ft

Beach

Whitby Beach

800 ft

Bridge

Swing Bridge

1200 ft

Caedmon's Cross

500 ft

9 Market Pl

John Freeman Studio

1000 ft

New Quay Rd

Whitby's Old Lifeboat Trips

1300 ft

3 Church Ln

Caedmon Memorial

1300 ft

1 Walker St

Saint Hilda's Catholic Church

1500 ft

Whitby

Whitby Sea Front

1600 ft

3EL

Whitby Cliff Lift

1600 ft

Whitby YO22 4DN

Whitby Harbour East Lighthouse

1700 ft

Restaurants

Humble Pie 'n' Mash

1900 ft

163 Church St

Truly Scrumptious

700 ft

16 Pier Road

Seafood Shack

800 ft

Unit 1 Pier Road

Skippers Cafe

900 ft

5 Haggersgate

The Granby Hotel

800 ft

34 Skinner Street

Stokers

700 ft

1 Mulgrave Place

Clara's

800 ft

Esplanade Crescent

Trillo's of Whitby

1100 ft

Pier Road Scotch Head

The Star Inn

1000 ft

4 Haggersgate

Jolly Sailors

1100 ft

13 St. Annes Staith

Full of Beans

1000 ft

Khyber Pass

Explore Whitby

Local Experiences Around La Rosa Hotel

Whitby Abbey

14 minutes' walk

A historic ruin overlooking the coast, famous for its gothic architecture and stunning views. Guided tours available.

Whitby Museum

8 minutes' walk

Showcasing local history and artifacts, this museum features exhibits on Whitby's maritime heritage and jet jewelry.

St Mary's Church

11 minutes' walk

A picturesque church known for its unique architecture and the adjacent graveyard, offering scenic views of the town.

Whitby Lighthouse

3 minutes' walk

An iconic structure with stunning sea views, perfect for a quick visit and photography with its classic coastal backdrop.

Whalebone Arch Visit

2 minutes' walk

This iconic arch provides a great photo opportunity and is located near the beach, with easy walking access.

Pannett Park Stroll

8 minutes' walk

A beautiful park perfect for families to enjoy a peaceful walk and discover its gardens and art gallery.

Sandsend Beach

10 minutes' drive

A popular beach for swimming and walking, with nearby cafes. Ideal for a relaxing day by the sea.

The Cinder Track

12 minutes' walk

A delightful trail for cycling and walking, showcasing stunning countryside views along the way.

Truly Scrumptious

3 minutes' walk

A cozy café serving delicious homemade cakes and breakfast options, known for its friendly atmosphere.

Seafood Shack

3 minutes' walk

Specializes in fresh seafood dishes, offering a casual setting with outdoor seating. Reservations are suggested.

Humble Pie 'n' Mash

7 minutes' walk

Offers traditional British comfort food. Known for its hearty pies and welcoming vibe.

Skippers Cafe

4 minutes' walk

A quaint café with a menu focused on local seafood. Casual dining with takeout options available.

Captain Cook Memorial Museum

7 minutes' walk

Dedicated to the famous explorer, featuring exhibitions that highlight exploration and adventures. Family-friendly.

Whitby Harbour

7 minutes' walk

Enjoy a stroll along the scenic harborfront, with frequent entertainment including street performers and boat tours.

The Granby Hotel

3 minutes' walk

A lively pub with live music nights and quiz events, providing a great atmosphere for socializing and enjoying the night.

Eskape Whitby

15 minutes' walk

An exciting escape room experience for thrill-seekers, perfect for group activities and team-building challenges.

Getting around

City Centre
Whitby 5 min · 1400 ft
Airports
Durham Tees Valley (MME) 103 min · 42.3 mi
Leeds Bradford (LBA) 185 min · 76.5 mi
Train
Whitby Train Station 8 min · 2000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-21:00

Check-out

from 08:00-12:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 10.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about La Rosa Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

La Rosa Hotel is often described as a unique and quirky experience, quite unlike typical hotels, where you shouldn't expect a TV. Guests love the eccentric English charm, Victorian ambiance, and the museum-like decor. The location is superb, offering amazing views of the Abbey and bay, although some guests have pointed out the lack of a dressing table in some rooms. The comfortable beds, big deep bathtubs, and fabulous breakfast in bedroom service are commonly praised, making it a special place to stay near the heart of Whitby.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

8.0 /10

Great

100%

Recommend

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Location

9.7/10

Breakfast

5.0/10

Facilities

8.4/10

Pros

Friendly staff

Comfortable bed

Unique rooms

Cons

Dimly lit bathroom

Steven from United States

Couple

King Room

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: July 13, 2025

7/10

The location was AMAZING!!! I found convenient parking just outside, with a permit provided. The hotel decor is certainly quirky and fabulous. I really loved it.

The stairs were a bit much, with no lift available.

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Sebastian from Germany

Couple

King Room Sea View

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 24, 2026

9/10

a DREAMY escape

fresh juice continental breakfast parking permit friendly staff

THE staff was friendly. They provided fresh orange juice each morning and i loved THAT. The continental breakfast was a delight, a simple pleasure. We found convenient parking with a provided permit, which eased our worries.

THE stairs were numerous without a lift, a SLIGHT inconvenience.

Facilities

9/10

the hotel showcases eclectic collections of curios. Fresh milk and orange juice are supplied daily to each room, showing care. The hotel offers fabulous views OF the Abbey, St Mary's, and the harbour.

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Ken from United States

Single

King Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 07, 2026

7/10

individual style lovely staff quirky touch many stairs parking situation scratch card

The hotel possesses an individual style. Staff members were lovely and helpful. The place was really clean. Quirky finishing touches were amazing. I found the attention to detail perfect.

I found a lot of stairs to climb and no lift was available. The parking situation was not good. I had to use on street parking. It was difficult to find a space with a scratch card at a cost.

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Rowan from United Kingdom

Family with children

King Room Sea View

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 14, 2025

9.5/10

quirky brilliance!

helpful staff beautiful views

i loved this unique hotel! the staff was so helpful, and the location was perfect with beautiful views. they provided a parking permit, which took away all the stress of parking!

The stoker room had a cool theme. it was a bit impractical because the bed was against the wall, also the bed was very squeaky, and there wasn't much space to sit or do makeup.

Rooms

9/10

the crows nest on the top floor featured three bedrooms, a living room, a bathroom, and a separate toilet plus each room had a distinct theme, which my kids loved with its treasure chest of dressing up items. our room offered beautiful views overlooking the harbour, this really added to the experience.

Dining

9/10

complimentary milk, tea, and coffee making facilities were available in our apartment and fresh orange juice was provided in the morning, this was a really lovely touch that i appreciated as well as they offered a continental breakfast option.

Facilities

10/10

the hotel is quirky and fabulous with a super location, and i loved it plus it is a great base for exploring the area, especially for families of five as these are hard to find moreover, it has a fantastic view onto the famous abbey.

Service

10/10

we were given a lovely welcome at check in and the staff were super friendly plus they gave super service and were very helpful with all our needs and i felt so welcomed moreover, the attention to detail was really good.

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benjamin from germany

Single

king room sea view

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 04, 2025

6/10

a somewhat underwhelming experience

dimly lit bathroom insufficient soap

the staff provided helpful service .

the room lacked practical features such as a dressing table. the dimly lit bathroom made it difficult to see clearly. i found only two small bars of soap available, insufficient.

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Steve from United Kingdom

Family with children

King Room Sea View

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: August 12, 2025

9.5/10

Really good Hotel Experience

great friendliness hotel reception

The staff exhibited amazing friendliness. I found the attention to detail notable at the reception area. I also noted this level of care in the bedrooms. I liked the provided list of recommendations included on the housekeeping rules sheet.

The hotel lacked an elevator. I experienced a considerable number of stairs to climb. The parking was on the street, requiring a scratch card for a fee. I spent time searching for a parking space.

Rooms

9/10

The King Room Sea View provided distinct comfort. I observed that the room had antique furnishings. I also appreciated that the room offered a magnificent vista of the sea and surrounding landscape.

Facilities

10/10

The cocktail library stood out as a special amenity. The bar provided various cocktail options. I noticed that there were curio cabinets within the dining room that enhanced the hotel's unique ambiance.

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