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Reviews of Sneaton Castle

Castle Road, Whitby, YO21 3QN, United Kingdom

#4 of 29 hotels in Whitby

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Review Score

Based on 1028 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.7

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free Wifi

    9.7

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  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    10
    Fantastic place beautiful and luxury hotel food was excellent and staff was great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Fabulous place

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    10
    Sneaton Castle Whitby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Hotel set in beautiful grounds, staff were very attentive and helpful. Breakfast choice was excellent also the bar food and choice of drinks. Rooms were excellent.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    10
    Very relaxing with excellent standards. Food excellent and staff friendly and helpful - stayed for one night but we will
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing - it was beautiful! Amazing wedding venue.

    Beautiful property and amazing grounds

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 27, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent - would go again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very minor issue - bed was on the small side for a couple. Think I’d book a different standard of room with bigger bed next time.

    Lovely settings - clean and full of character. Food and drink was top notch as well as the service. Local amenities are easily accessible, short walk.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2025

    10
    Fantastic hotel in a lovely location and staff so friendly and welcoming
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing at all

    Hotel is is a fantastic location with lovely views. Staff were so friendly, food excellent and so relaxing.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • GateKeepr’s Suite Nestled at the Castle Entrance with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Absolutely stunning place and would 100%be coming back,food was beautiful at a good price and staff were very friendly and welcoming. Great location at a good price . Thoroughly recommend.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    Really nice play to stay in Whitby.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Really nice location, lovely room, a good breakfast. It was a nice gesture that the reception rang us to let us know that our room was ready for check a couple of hours earlier than standard check in time.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    10
    Lovely relaxing comfortable stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Lovely breakfast with lots of choices

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 25, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Unfortunately I found the bed and pillows not very comfortable also the breakfast fell far short of my expectations

    Very exceptional building we were there for a wedding event

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    9.0
    See below .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Not applicable. We will be back !

    The food was excellent and so were the staff. A lovely bolt hole within walking distance to Whitby. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    10
    Beautiful place lovely staff, bedrooms bathrooms and the decor and views are breathtaking
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Was a few stains on sheets and dressing gown’s

    Breakfast was beautiful

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 23, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing about this place we didn't like a+++

    Everything perfect 👌

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 22, 2025

    10
    Fantastic ,safe and very enjoyable . You will be in good hands .
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Castle Suite 14
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Absolutely nothing

    This is situated very near to Whitby and the castle is located in grounds that are very well maintained and the scenery is delightful . A great place to chill out. The food is second to none and the staff are all very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately the day before I was due to leave for home I suffered a medical issue and had to be taken by ambulance to hospital. I have nothing but the utmost admiration for the way in which the staff handled the situation and I must give a special mention to Courtney who was directly involved in my time of need. She contacted the ambulance and helped direct the paramedics up to my room on the top floor. I recovered the following day and paid for an extra days stay in case this was needed. Ultimately I was able to leave the same day. Within a couple of days of being back home Courtney had phoned me to ensure that I was OK and she reimbursed my money for the extra day which was not required even although I had not requested this. I hope the management team at Sneaton recognise what an asset they have in Courtney representing them . To return to the actual holiday if you book this castle you will not be disappointed it was fantastic even taking account of my unfortunate circumstances.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 19, 2025

    8.0
    Warm and Friendly Hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The food was a negative for us, sorry guys, but as a cookbook author, I am a foodie (which also means therefore I am also more critical than most as a result, and I do apologise for that), though we had a lovely evening overall - and the hotel has a lovely warm vibe to it, we were disappointed in the food. Though there was more than plenty of food, the curry that I ordered didn't taste like a home made curry (I cook curries ALOT from scratch at home) - it tasted very artificial and a little plasticy. The Naan bread was not a proper Naan bread either - nothing like the Naan bread you would get in a good Indian restaurant - rather a supermarket bought version that unfortunately was also stale. My chicken was also way over cooked, making it dry, stringy and hard to eat. My husband's fish batter was very greasy so he had to remove most of it. The Whitebait and scampi however he said were yum and the fish inside the batter was also cooked perfectly. This meant overall sadly, the food was a bit hit and miss. I could hardly eat mine I will be honest and left most of it. I should have said something at the time, but didn't and I apologise for that. The hotel room though was very comfortable and we really appreciated the dedication and attention of your fabulous staff, which was exemplary! Sorry about the food comments, but with the hotel wanting to hero local produce, pre bought supermarket naans and bottled sauces (if it was a bottled sauce?!)I don't think help the produce shine in the way you fully intend! There is obviously a skilful chef in the kitchen ... maybe he or she is just trying to do too much?! The menu was very big with so many different dishes on it and that is alot to prepare for ... Maybe we just chose badly in our dishes. It was also close to last orders, so maybe we just didn't get the best of what is on offer ...?!

    Staying here was a surreal experience in some ways but we did have a really enjoyable and comfortable evening at this quirky, characterful hotel. Staff were super helpful and also super friendly - they couldn't do enough for you and that was really noticed and appreciated. The staff genuinely really care about their guests and their work, which is sadly a rarity these days and so refreshing to experience. The hotel was built by a former sugar plantation owner, then turned into a nunnery and it now runs as a family hotel owned by a local farmer. The hotel strives to support local farmers and producers with its food offerings and strives to offer its guests a great experience in every respect. Our bedroom was small but very comfortable which was really appreciated. We also appreciated the little touches. Very much a 'guest forward' hotel!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Castle Suite 7
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Very freindly staff good food, ev charger

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 15, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Castle Suite 14
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing.

    Very luxurious. Excellent meal in the restaurant.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 13, 2025

    9.0
    Lovely comfortable stay for a birthday treat
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The kippers were a little dry and salty - I love kippers so this wasn't so good. No-one asked if we wanted our drinks refilled and I had to seek a member of staff to help.

    Lovely relaxed atmosphere with plenty of space between tables. Good choice, quick service, I wasn't tormented with the do you have allergies question I was allowed to manage myself and just ask if unsure. The food in the restaurant at dinner was exceptional, the beef was just delicious. Great atmosphere. Would highly recommend

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 8, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    As travelling with my mum, would have been nice to know there are twin rooms for a future stay, but when I asked, I was told that all rooms are doubles.

    Couldnt have asked for a nicer stay booked at last minute. Breakfast and dinner was exceptional. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    8.0
    A great location for a 60tj wedding anniversary
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Breakfast was our least favourite meal

    Staff were amazing very friendly and helpful. Beautiful setting

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 4, 2025

    10
    Excellent stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • GateKeepr’s Suite Nestled at the Castle Entrance with Hot Tub
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Fabulous 1 night stay in gatekeepers Lodge Sneaton Castle, facilities were excellent and had an evening meal and breakfast at the castle, which was also excellent. Staff were very attentive and polite. Would definitely recommend.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    10
    Fantastic retreat for a day or two of rest.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Hawkstone lager in the bar. Sorry not a fan.

    Superb castle estate with almost a mediaeval charm. Beautiful grounds to stroll around (the weather was brilliant) with free parking. Really friendly and helpful staff especially at breakfast. Breakfast was included which was superb with local produce and a nice dining room, you could also sit outside. Nice cosy bar area with plenty of seating. Location was just a short drive from Whitby town centre without the noise and hustle & bustle. Will definitely stay here again if ever staying in Whitby.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 31, 2025

    10
    Sneaton Castle. The Jewel in Whitby's Crown
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Castle Suite 10
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Having to leave

    The whole experience was superb 👌 From the very first meeting at reception to the lovely pint of Hawkstone. The staff are Amazing 👏 We were treated to a tour of the Castle after being shown to Suite 10 (which for honeymooners like us I would throughly recommend). The room was spacious with a fantastic mural from its days as a Nunnery and a great bathroom. We were shown around and fell in love with the castle and grounds. The food is excellent but prebook as at these very reasonable prices tables go fast. We will definitely be coming back with luxury at these prices and the provenance of Sneaton it's an absolute no brainer.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Sneaton Castle is a great stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything, Sneaton Castle is a wonderful hotel.

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: July 28, 2025

    10
    Our stay was everything we needed to get away from day to day life
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was nothing we didn’t like

    Beautiful hotel, fabulous location, staff are so friendly and attentive, food is soooo good, rooms are perfect and the hotel is set on stunning grounds. We loved everything about this stay

    Stayed in July 2025

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