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Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop

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A modern living room with a white sofa, a blue sofa, a dining table with chairs, a floor lamp, and a TV mounted on the wall.
A dark-colored front door with a number plate reading "4" and two signs: "Spital Bridge" and "The Old Sweet Shop".
A modern living room with a light blue sofa, a white coffee table, and a dining area with white chairs and a small table.
A modern living room with a light blue sofa, a white coffee table, and a dining area with a white table and chairs.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Whitby Harbour

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Whitby, England
  • Place, Whitby Abbey
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitby Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Whitby

Whitby is home to this apartment. Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Pavilion are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Whitby Harbour and Whitby Golf Club. Whitby Leisure Centre and Museum of Victorian Science are also worth visiting.
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Whitby, England

What's nearby

  • Whitby Abbey - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Whitby Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Whalebone Arch - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whitby Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Whitby Pavilion - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Whitby Station - 15 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angel Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Waiting Room - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mr Cooper's Coffee House - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Endeavour - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Host & Stay | The Old Sweet Shop located?

Situated in Whitby, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Captain Cook Memorial Museum and Whitby Harbour. St Mary's Church and Whitby Abbey are also within 15 minutes. Whitby Station is 15 minutes by foot and Ruswarp Station is 29 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

Enjoyed our short stay easy access to the town
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2025
Thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed your short stay and found the town easily accessible. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Small but cosy, great location to explore Whitby and surrounding areas, walkable distance to town centre etc; Would definitely return :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2020
Thank you for your great review, Lisa! We're so happy you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this place, very central and 5 minutes walk from the main.It was lovely, warm and clean in arrival and had a great range of kitchenware, including nice wine glasses!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2026
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you loved the property and found the location convenient. It’s great to know the apartment was warm, clean, and well-equipped for your stay—especially the kitchenware (and the wine glasses). We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and would love to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Great location to use as a base for exploring Whitby. Car space a little tight! Clean and well proportioned place. Would revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 August 2021
We're glad to hear you would visit again. The Old Sweet Shop is the perfect base for exploring Whitby. We look forward to welcoming you back
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