Whitby Auberges de Jeunesse

"Nice appearance but not that customer friendly - This is a very pleasant and clean hostel although a little more like the functional hostels of old ... it is very much a youth hostel and not a backpackers hostel. There's a very large guests kitchen for preparing and eating your own meals although it seems a large number of guests opt to do this so it gets very busy. The dorms are clean with very comfortable beds and a small en-suite shower and toilet. The location of the hostel is excellent, next to Whitby Abbey on a hill overlooking the...  more »

"A great place in a great tucked away spot. - It's clean, it's a friendly atmosphere like all rural YHAs seem to have, and a location that's well worth the walk. For about £4 they do a full breakfast, but there's also a kitchen to do your own stuff." … "A unique hostel on the shore line in a creek close by to Robin Hood Bay. Access by foot only, but well worth the effort. Thanks to the staff who added to the character and atmosphere." … "… with its high cliffs and picturesque fishing village. Whitby Abbey and the Captain Cook...  more »

"Harbour Grange Backpackers / Whitby Backpackers' Nordic owner, Birgitta, is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. She really makes an effort to get to know her guests and even though we arrived a little late she showed no sign of annoyance. The facilities are simple but completely adequate and the location perfect for exploring Whitby. The Location Harbour Grange is located right on the waterfront and not far from the main bridge crossing to the centre of Whitby. We had some trouble finding it, really because the a guidebook's...  more »