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3 Argyle Road, Whitby, YO21 3HS (show map)
Guest houses Overview
Formerly Melrose Guest House
Before January 2023 The Whalebone Arch was known as Melrose Guest House

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Facilities of The Whalebone Arch
General
Free parking, Parking, WiFi everywhere
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km)
Services
Free WiFi, Internet services, WiFi
Front-desk/reception area services
Express check-in/check-out, Private check-in/check-out
Cleaning services
Daily maid service
Miscellaneous
Adult only, Heating, Non-smoking rooms, Non-smoking throughout
Room facilities [ These may vary room to room ]
Alarm clock, Bathroom, Carpeted, Electric kettle, Entire unit located on ground floor, Fireplace, Flat-screen TV, Free toiletries, Hairdryer, Heating, Ironing Facilities, Linen, Sea view, Shower, Sofa, Toilet, Towels, TV, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Wardrobe/Closet
Hotel Policies
Check-In
14:00:00- hours
Check-Out
Untill 10:30:00 hours
Cancellation / Prepayment
Cancellation, prepayment and 'book now pay later' policies vary according to room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above.
Accepted credit cards
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note no breakfast is provided, but Melrose is located close to many local cafés.If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Melrose Guest House in advance.Please note the property does not accept bookings of more than 2 rooms, or bookings of more than 3 people of the same sex.Please note permits for parking on the road are required. Please tell the property you require parking upon your arrival and they will issue a card to display at no additional cost.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Traveller reviews

“Lovely clean and spacious property in the heart of Whitby”
18 Jul 2025
Nice, spacious and clean property ideally located for exploring Whitby. Very comfortable bed and all the amenities you would need for an enjoyable stay.

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Whalebone Arch guest house, spotlessly clean and comfortable”
09 Jul 2025
Beautifully presented room and bathroom, very well equipped with extra crockery, glasses, fan and a frdge

“Easy check in. Everything you need. Exceptional place to stay. Very close to the seafront”
01 Jul 2025
One of the cleanest places one ever stayed. Spotless!

“Superb”
30 Jun 2025
Lovely clean room. Comfortable bed. Mini fridge with complimentary milk and bottled water. Good quality toiletries.