Title: The Old Rectory Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Old Rectory Bed & breakfast in Whitby with free breakfast ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506500/5506486/0a520d85.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506500/5506486/950dd4e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506500/5506486/e9cf791a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![The Hay Loft | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506500/5506486/11132090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5510000/5506500/5506486/db08cc30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Old Rectory welcomes visitors with its peaceful rural setting. Guests enjoy full breakfasts and in-room WiFi while planning excursions. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWhitby-Hotels-The-Old-Rectory.h5506486.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FWhitby-Hotels-The-Old-Rectory.h5506486.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Whitby, The Old Rectory is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North York Moors National Park and Saltburn Valley Country Park, while Middlesbrough Theatre and Dorman Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Prissick Plaza Skate Park or Teesside Autodrome. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby sailing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Whitby travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby.dx182692) [View more B&B in Whitby](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d182692-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.47749%2C-1.05754&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gTu6T9SyGUrGGufYKW5OT3r0aM4=) Station Road, Kildale, Whitby, England, YO21 2RQ ### What's nearby - North York Moors National Park - 11 min drive - 2.9 miles - The Moors National Park Centre - 12 min drive - 9.0 miles - Danby Castle - 14 min drive - 9.8 miles - Saltburn Pier - 23 min drive - 15.0 miles - Whitby Harbour - 37 min drive - 28.5 miles ### Getting around - Kildale Station - 10 min walk - Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 47 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Ironstone Miner (Wetherspoon) - ‬17 min drive - ‪Brass Monkey Beer Boutique - ‬17 min drive - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Voyager - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Tannery - ‬8 min drive ## About this property ### The Old Rectory Upscale bed & breakfast near North York Moors National Park You can look forward to free full breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception at The Old Rectory. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self-parking - Barbecues, tour/ticket information and a TV in reception - Secured bike storage, smoke-free property and a water dispenser Room features All guest rooms at The Old Rectory boast comforts, such as bathrobes, as well as Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with separate baths/showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Street parking available - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM ### Things to do - Bicycle storage - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area ### More - 2 floors - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Comprehensive recycling policy - Fireplace in lobby - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic water bottles - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Smoke-free property - Water dispenser usage encouraged ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Dressing gowns - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Separate bathtub and shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Iron/ironing board on request - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Old Rectory House Whitby Old Rectory Whitby ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Old Rectory pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Old Rectory? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Old Rectory? > Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Old Rectory? > Checkout is at 10 AM. ### Where is The Old Rectory located? > Situated in a rural location, this bed & breakfast is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from North York Moors National Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Roseberry Topping and Cleveland Hills. Danby Castle and The Moors National Park Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km). Kildale Station is 10 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Old Rectory Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 68 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Aug 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent bed and breakfast. Would definately return if ever in the area. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### amanda, Kildale 4 Jul 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### getaway very good ##### amanda ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark 22 Jun 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### five stars perfect place to escape to north Yorkshire moors, a real hidden gem, a real friendly welcome and service. ##### mark ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick, Tamworth 11 Jun 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Rural idyll with style A great country getaway furnished with great style. Includes welcoming committee of two pet hens! Great friendly attention by the owner. ##### Patrick ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah, Liverpool 27 May 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely two night break Very relaxing Ian the owner was extremely helpful and friendly. ##### sarah ### 10/10 Excellent #### David, Lincoln 26 May 2016 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Top B&B Very welcoming and helpful owner. Great local pub for a family dinner with excellent food at a very reasonable price. Lovely home cooked breakfast and great local knowledge / directions. Would HIGHLY recommend. ##### David ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary, Saffron Walden 8 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort A very warm welcome and super breakfast. ##### Mary ### 10/10 Excellent #### John, Gnosall 2 Nov 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Johns review very rural,I cannot fault anything about the old rectory. everything 100%, ##### John ### 10/10 Excellent #### james, falkirk 25 Oct 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### old rectory Great location, very peaceful. ##### james ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arthur, New York, N.Y. 6 Sept 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great Bed and Breakfast Very friendly, helpful owner. (When another couple left without umbrellas, he rushed after them to lend them umbrellas for the day.) Made an excellent suggestion for a nearby (driving distance) restaurant for dinner. It's affiliated with the butcher shop next store; so the food was divine. Rooms were good sized, beds were comfortable -- what more could one ask? ##### Arthur ### 10/10 Excellent #### jenny, Salford. 1 Sept 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### The old rectory Stunning B&B. 5\* fantastic setting. Wholesome plentiful high quality breakfast. Wonderful host. Would definately recommend and use again. ##### jenny ### 10/10 Excellent #### Taylor, Kingston, ON 31 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cleveland Way Walkers Ian was a wonderful host. Very enthusiastic and accommodating. He offered great advice for an afternoon walk after we arrived and for dinner that night. The breakfast was especially tasty. We highly recommend the Old Rectory for Cleveland Way walkers or those looking for a getaway. ##### Taylor ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael, Mansfield 29 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recommended Service was excellent, nice area especially for walkers. 3 minutes walk to station for Whitby or Middlesbrough. ##### Michael ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul, London 12 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A great B&B in North Yorks. A great welcome and a great place to stay for North Yorkshire National Park. Ian and Jenny great hosts. ##### Paul ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vivien, Mirfield, West Yorkshire 12 Aug 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Lovely stay at the Rectory. Large clean room and great breakfast. Ian was helpful telling us about the local area and restaurants to eat in. ##### Vivien ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer, Doncaster 27 May 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Warm and friendly Delightful stay, really looked after us well. The breakfast was fabulous. The rooms are beautiful. Very warm and friendly. ##### Jennifer ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 25 May 2015 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 23 Dec 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Visitors from Portugal Friendly hosts and lovely atmosphere. We enjoyed a fantastic breakfast, hot and freshly cooked. We will certainly stay again when we are in the area and will recommend to friends. ##### Verified traveller ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob, Manchester 8 Dec 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great stay The hotel was fantastic, and the owners couldn't have been more friendly. I stayed as I was at a wedding in the area, and would highly recommend staying here to anyone wanting to visit the area. ##### Rob ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter 6 Dec 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### escape to the country Relaxed atmosphere ,perfect setting,excellent breakfast, The host Ian enjoys is role and carries it out to perfection At last !! Brownie points from my wife for my choice of accommodation,Happy days ##### Peter ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeanette, Golborne, Wigan 23 Nov 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely Charming Rectory What a wonderful, charming place to stay. Ian is a wonderful host and the accommodation is a credit to him and his wife. Beautiful decor and wonderful room and breakfast. Would have no hesitation to stay again. Xx ##### Jeanette ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne, Brighton 31 Oct 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Well worth a visit! Fabulous getaway in gorgeous part of Yorkshire. Ian's friendly hospitality, in outstanding surroundings, is second-to-none. We were made to feel really welcome and had a relaxed break - only slight downside was it wasn't really cold enough to use the log fire!! Seriously, we are already planning to base our next trip around staying at the Old Rectory. ##### Anne ### 10/10 Excellent #### david, stokesley 2 Sept 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent friendly personalised service from mein Host ##### david ### 10/10 Excellent #### CJD, Ackworth 29 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent Value Lovely old building, full of character and well furnished. Room was very comfortable and adjoining bathroom (for my sole use) was large and had both bath and shower. Very quiet setting in the countryside (on Cleveland Way) enables one to sleep well. Breakfast excellent - I think that Ian, the proprietor, would have been able to provide me with whatever I had asked for. What I requested was well cooked and of good quality. Would certainly stay again and be happy to recommend. ##### CJD ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jean, Cockermouth 26 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excellent B and B! What a gem of a place! Superb location in the quiet village of Kildale, a short drive from Great Ayton or Stokesley. Our room was very comfortable and very tastefully appointed. The breakfast was excellent, providing fruit, fruit juice, full English and toast. Would definitely recommend this place and we hope to return. ##### Jean ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)