Riviera Guesthouse – Guide to Parking in Whitby
Our Guide to Parking in Whitby Parking in Whitby The Riviera Guesthouse overlooks the stunning Yorkshire cliffs, coastline and North Sea in the lovely seaside town of Whitby. And therein lies the problem. With such a lovely town to visit, where do I park in Whitby, we hear you ask. With the ocean on one […]
Whitby Whalebone Arch and Scrimshaw Art
Whitby Landmarks Think of Whitby and you probably think of three landmarks: the Captain Cook Memorial, Whitby Abbey and the Whalebone Arch. Here at the Riviera Guesthouse, we are close to all these landmarks. The one we are asked about most is the Whalebone Arch. If you want to see the Whalebone Arch, book your […]
Our Guide to Local Food and Drink Producers
Whitby on the Yorkshire Coast is a beautiful seaside town from which we run our family business. The sea, moors and huge northern skies inspire everyone, including local food and drink producers! From seafood to tasty snacks, the profile of Whitby’s regionally-created drinks and foodstuffs are the envy of the foodie community. Here we offer […]
Our Guide to Summer 2024 Events in Whitby
Summer Events in Whitby in 2024 As Summer approaches, the long summer school holidays are coming up fast! While a break for the school routine is welcome, the six-week break is a long time to entertain the family. Whitby is a busy place all year round, yet the Summer is the time scores of events […]
Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary and the Riviera Guesthouse
Whitby Wildlife Sanctuary Celebrates 15 Years! Being located on the coast and with the moors just a short distance away, wildlife abounds here in Whitby. From dolphins, whales and seals to foxes, birds of prey and more, each day is different in the natural world. With all these amazing creatures in the beautiful seascapes […]
All Aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway
We love the sounds and smells of a heritage steam locomotive! And in Whitby, with the North Yorkshire Moors Railway being close by, we are very lucky as we see and hear the steam trains regularly. Whitby is one of the country’s most popular staycation resorts and the sights and sounds of a steam train […]
Some of Our Favourite Things at the Riviera Guesthouse
We are so lucky to live and work in Whitby here on the North Yorkshire Coast. This bustling resort with its year-round appeal is home to the mighty River Esk and the busy Harbour. We have the often-packed town centre, and a thriving events calendar. The town is famously connected to Whitby Abbey, Dracula, and […]
Trip Advisor, Good Hotel and Hotel Social Awards
Trip Advisor, Good Hotel Award and Hotel Social … we couldn’t do it without you. The Riviera Guesthouse Whitby is so proud! If you follow us on our social media platforms, hopefully you’ll see our THANK YOU post. Thanks to our wonderful guests who take the time to write reviews and offer feedback about their […]
Our Ultimate ‘Fish and Chips’ Guide to Whitby
Our Ultimate ‘Fish and Chips’ Guide to Whitby Here at the Riviera Guesthouse, one of our favourite ‘takeaway’ dishes is … fish and chips! And living in Whitby, we’re spoilt for choice if we want to indulge. The smell alone is hard to resist! Yet while we enjoy our tasty meal, we wonder … how […]
Goodbye, Nala, Our Faithful Four-Legged Friend
Goodbye, Nala Difficult though it is to write this blog post, we as a family owe it to Nala, our gorgeous, loyal and lovable Cavapoo. Nala was the pooch-shaped being who brought her own type of love to our family. She very sadly passed away towards the end of January 2023, an event which left us devastated. Of […]