The Shepherd'S Purse – A Favorite for Families in Whitby
About the Hotel
Courtyard Accommodation
The Shepherd's Purse offers five rooms and a signature suite, The Dove Loft, set around a courtyard garden. Room 1 includes a white four-poster bed and an en-suite bath. Room 5 features a private balcony and a jacuzzi air spa bathtub. The Dove Loft has a Moroccan double bed and a slipper bath. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee makers.
Breakfast Nearby
Sanders Yard Cafe, located in front of The Old Workshops, serves breakfast daily from 9 to 11 AM. Options include vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free dishes. Guests can store luggage in the office until 1 PM for last-minute shopping on Church Street.
Holistic Treatments
The Ceremony Space provides cruelty-free makeup services, crystal healing, and Ayurvedic massages. Treatments include Seichim energy healing, floral face steams, and gua sha facial massage. Products used are from Neal's Yard, La-Eva, and Charlotte Tilbury.
Whitby Old Town
The hotel is 550 meters from Whitby Harbour and a 5-minute walk from Whitby Abbey. Nearby attractions include the Captain Cook Memorial Museum (300 meters) and St. Mary's Church (300 meters). Parking is available for £9 per 24 hours, a 3-minute walk away.
Eco-Conscious Ethos
The Shepherd's Purse partners with Ecologi to offset carbon emissions. All cosmetics are Leaping Bunny certified, and skincare brands are organic and ocean-friendly. Guests can purchase ethical beauty products from the Ceremony Space.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Paid Wi-Fi
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor