The Shepherds Purse Guesthouse

This accommodation is very well situated in the heart of Whitby. The style of the communal areas is lovely. It was quite clean. The communal terrace is also sweet, though spider webs could be found everywhere around the seats. However, there are some downsides that will prevent me from a second stay at this accommodation, such as the lack of parking, the challenge of finding an empty car park nearby, the tiny room size and the lack of essential amenities. We stayed in Room 3, which was too small, and there was literally not enough space to sit in. There’s only one chair in the room, which is odd for a double room. There are no tables to sit at while two drawers are there, which seem unnecessary, neither a refrigerator. Additionally, the mattress or the extra mattress under the bed and the pillows smelled bad, which was unpleasant. If they complete the amenities, get some reserved parking spot in the Church St car park (even charging the guests at booking or check-in) and replace the smelly stuff with new ones, this place can become a decent stay.

Fabulous place, so close to all amenities. The rooms are beautiful and so relaxing in the courtyard. Would highly recommend & would definitely stay again.

A hidden gem! Tucked away in a courtyard in the historic old town. It was the perfect base for our walks and stayed Saturday and Sunday evening. We stayed in room 5, although it was small, the room was warm and cosy and had everything we needed. Recommend catching the train to Grosmont and walking back and also walking to Sandsend and eating at the Fish Cottage. We will return.

If you’re looking for somewhere in the centre of things but when you’re in bed that feeling of being miles from anywhere. Shepherds Purse is the most quaint and tranquil places I’ve ever stayed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Booked a two night stay and wasn't disappointed - The Shepherds Purse is a romantic little gem, hidden down a cobbled alley amongst the quaint streets of Whitby's old town. It's like walking into a secret garden, with an abundance of plants and cute sitting areas for guests. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in our cosy room with four-poster bed and sitting in the courtyard having a cuppa with the fairy lights twinkling away! The bistro right next door is only a few metres away, serving lovely food with plenty of seating and friendly staff. Rooms are a short walk from Whitby Abbey, the harbour and lots of charming gift shops, pubs and cafés. Even though it's close to lots of amenities, it's surprisingly quiet when sitting outside the property. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, thank you!

Beautiful place ❤️ central to everything so ideal location. The rooms beautifully decorated. People that run it lovely and helpful. Rooms very clean and comfortable.||Few downside esp if u have mobility problems.||1. We couldn't park in the carpark closer to the rooms( no parking at the hotel you have to pay £9/10 per day for parking ), it's a very small carpark, we tried all 4 days we were there. The next carpark is a 20/30min walk depending on mobility, also there are alot of steep steps, I really struggled, going up for me was impossible my partner had to come pick me up for car journeys. If your in a wheelchair it is not possible to get down from the top carpark.||2. We were in the bottom rooms, ground floor. unfortunately you hear everything that's going on in the above rooms 😔 talking, swearing, people walking about, taps, toilet flushing etc we got woken up quite a few times in the middle of the night, at one point had to go out and ask the people above to please stop banging around it sounded like there were moving furniture. If u struggle sleeping get a room on top floor.(This was a big disappointment for me as I struggle to sleep as it is).||3. The courtyard/garden bit isn't private, I have ME/CFS so needed to rest bk in the room. Unfortunately had people just wandering up into the courtyard, few times children tried to open our door, this also included at night, drunk people wondering into the courtyard. It would be best if you could lock the gate at night at least.||I would go back again but would definitely book a room on the top floor. Other then the above, the rooms and court yard are magical and well kept and clean. Beds comfy, towels included and shampoo etc.

A lovely little hideaway in the heart of Whitby. The room we had was very small but having said that, it was ok for a two night stay with everything that you need. The shower, although also very small was powerful with loads of instant hot water. |The lady we interacted with was lovely which sums up the whole experience. |Although small it was just the right price and we can have no complaints. Would we stay again? Definitely.

We stayed for one night in the excellent Dove Loft Suite. We arrived at a gorgeous, spacious accommodation close to everything in Whitby. It was clean, welcoming, and very quiet. Would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.