Access Statement

THE ARCHES GUESTHOUSE welcomes everybody irrespective of age, race, class, sexual orientation or disability. We’re a very friendly relaxed family run guesthouse, which prides itself on cleanliness, a warm welcome, comfortable accommodation and large breakfasts.

Centrally located within Whitby's West Cliff Conservation area, The Arches Guesthouse is close to all of Whitby's amenities and attractions. A five minute walk will take you to the centre of Whitby town and the sea front is just a short stroll away from there. The Arches Guesthouse is the ideal base for experiencing the old world charms of Whitby, its history, a working seaport and holiday resort. You will find a tranquil and pleasant atmosphere that guarantees rest and relaxation.

GUESTHOUSE ACCOMMODATION. The Arches Guesthouse offers a choice of en-suite double, family and twin rooms which cater for most guest's accommodation requirements, with ground floor rooms available for guests with impaired mobility. We have two single rooms that have private individual bathrooms.

LESS ABLE GUESTS are required to telephone us to discuss their particular and personal requirements. Please note that to access The Arches Guesthouse there is a shallow flight of 5 steps with a handrail. Regrettably, The Arches Guesthouse is not suitable for wheelchair bound guests.

ALL GUESTHOUSE ROOMS are centrally heated, have colour televisions, hospitality trays, hairdryers, radio alarm clocks, air circulation fans and comfortable beds. Ironing facilities are available upon request.

DOGS with well behaved owners, are most welcome at The Arches Guesthouse. There is no charge for your pet but donations to the Dogs Trust are readily accepted.

PARKING. Please note: We do not have private parking. Ample free and unrestricted on-street car parking is available to those with patience and forbearance. If you wish to take the hassle out of parking in Whitby, and indeed many areas of Scarborough Borough, why not buy an off-street advanced parking ticket from the Whitby Tourist Information Office, telephone 01723 232323. You may purchase a minimum of two day and a maximum of seven day parking permits, which works out considerably cheaper than the pay & display ticket from the car park machines. SCARBOROUGH BOROUGH COUNCIL WEBSITE.

GROUP BOOKINGS including small school or college parties can be accommodated. We also have an arrangement with a neighbouring guesthouse to take larger parties between us. Sorry we do not accept stag or hen groups, nor touring sports teams.

PACKED LUNCHES with flask filling service available. Vegetarians catered for but guests are requested to advise if they have any special dietary requirements.