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Your local Whitby accomoation provider

Comfortable, stylish stays with local expertise — minutes from Whitby Harbour, Abbey, and beaches.

About i-stay Whitby

Locally owned. Personally managed. Proudly Whitby

i-stay is an independent holiday let management company based right here in Whitby, owned and run by husband-and-wife team Pete and Diane Kemp. With deep roots in the local community and years of experience in hospitality and property, we set out to offer something refreshingly different: a personal, reliable, and high-quality service for both guests and property owners.

We focus exclusively on Whitby and the surrounding area — because this is where we live, work, and holiday too. From the cobbled streets to the clifftops, we know every corner and care about every stay.

At i-stay, we combine the personal touch of a local business with the convenience of modern technology. Our handpicked properties are professionally managed, fully compliant, and consistently prepared to high standards — so guests can book with confidence and owners can rest easy.

Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the fiftieth, we want you to feel right at home.

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Why Choose Us

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Best Price Guarantee

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Easy & Quick Booking

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Customer Care 24/7

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Our Team

Meet our experienced, friendly professional team

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Cody Fisher
Medical Assistant
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Dianne Russell
Web Designer
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Jerome Bell
Marketing Coordinator
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Theresa Webb
Nursing Assistant

Our latest reviews

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Paul

“Room was fantastic , comfy bed , great shower and easy 5 minute walk to the harbour”

Bryan

“Only opened last year so everything was lovely, clean and new. Shower was very good. Check in was really easy, good communication with staff, although we never saw anyone. Across from Pannet Park, 5 min walk into Whitby.”

Ian

“Good size shower with hot water and a comfortable bed.”

Chucecane

“Very accessible, 5 mins walking to the harbor and to the train/bus station. No Parking.”

Anonymous

“Peter is an incredible host - very friendly, communicative and proactive with helping us and recommendations. His place is spotless, homely and beautiful, we chose the downstairs flat due to having a small child and a pu…”

Jo

“The property was clean and comfortable and in a prime position”

david

“Brilliant location”

Anonymous

“We stayed in room 6 at the willows and it was perfect for an overnight stay in Whitby with it only being a few minutes walk into town. The room was clean, bed comfortable and a fab rainfall shower too. We also liked the …”

Anonymous

“First time in North yorkshire out standing place to visit, Peters place is ideally situated just a short walk into town. Ideal place for a break, excellent communication from Peter. Highly recommended . Thanks again Pete…”

Anonymous

“Lots of guest houses in Whitby. This was nicer than most and well maintained, decorated and cared for. Lovely little spot. Near to town, 5 minutes walk. Parking not outside and its find what you can in streets nearby but…”

Robert

“The property was very well presented, and had everything I needed. The communication from the owners ensuring everything was to my satisfaction shortly after arrival was welcome.”

Donna

“Location and bed was very comfortable”

Anonymous

“We had a fantastic stay in this beautiful apartment last weekend. It was perfect for a little walk into the centre of the town. Thanks so much for a great weekend!”

Jason

“The room was lovely,”

Anonymous

“Perfect walkable location and a beautiful room. Although no parking is available plenty of street parking available over the road. Room looked exactly as pictured clearly a lot of thought has gone into the details and am…”

Hall

“Very good location, facilities, cleanliness all good”

Anonymous

“Lovely little place to stay and within easy walking distance into Whitby centre. We parked on a side street nearby which was convenient. Road outside was a little noisy at night but that is to be expected. Had everyth…”

Anonymous

“We stayed for one night, Pete’s apartment was a great location in Whitby giving us the opportunity explore everything easily. Pete was very responsive and answered all of my questions quickly. The apartment was small, ho…”

Anonymous

“Lovely place for me & my daughter to stay for the weekend. Pete was great, very responsive & helpful. Would stay again. Thank you!”

Anonymous

“What a fantastic place Pete has created. The location was fantastic, with a sea view from the balcony. A short walk to local shops and amenities, but more importantly a very short walk to the cliff and beach. The inside …”

patricia

“Clean and cosy.tv had plenty of channels”

David

“Good location, comfortable bed.”

Ismail

“Good location and kitchen facilities.”

Anonymous

“Nice cosy room, very clean (although there is a 50 pound cleaning fee so you would hope so). Good location, easy to get around. While our initial door code didn't work to let us into the property, the customer service we…”

Casey

“Clean, well kept and perfect location. A minute walk from the beach front while avoiding the busy bars/ restaurants. However, still a short walk away. Very modern and perfect size for a weekend stay.”

David

“Everything was clean and nicely presented. We had a pleasant and comfortable stay.”

Sarah

“The location was fab, a 10 minute walk (probably less) down to the whale bone. The bed was super comfy! The shower was fab. The place had everything we needed for our short visit of 3 nights. The balcony was lovely espec…”

Elaine

“Location, clean and very stylish apartment. Everything in good condition. Quiet location even though it's on a roundabout”

Sophie

“Easy check in. Beautifully decorated. Comfy bed. We found parking in a nearby street quite easy (and it was a Friday evening!). A very short and nice walk into the town.”

Anonymous

“This apartment was a great find, spotless, short walk to the centre of Whitby, I would recommend this apartment 100% we would return here for definite”

margaret

“It was very modern very clean , everything you needed.”

Adam

“The building was very well maintained, and the cleanliness was to a high standard. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was very clean and spacious. the location was good, a matter of minutes walk from the tra…”

Norfolk

“The location and room were good. However the hotel is situated on a hill and my wife has mobility issues and was struggling after climbing the ramp and the stairs to get to our room. The room was well appointed and clean…”

Lee

“Great location, cosy and comfortable. Very clean and tidy with a particularly good shower. Parking on site is handy but a little awkward and not helpful when other guests nick your space! But staff were communicative and…”

Anonymous

“Excellent communications from Pete. Easy instructions and great property.”

Anonymous

“Absolutely loved my stay here, place is lovely and just a short walk from the beach! was perfect for what i needed, highly recommend and Pete was a lovely host too”

Debbie

“Very clean”

Anonymous

“Spotless room with everything you need for your stay. Great location.”

Anonymous

“Good room with easy check-in, host provided good levels of information”

Anonymous

“Thank you for a wonderful stay. The no key system was brilliant, no worries about losing keys or searching pockets or bags, just enter the code. The apartment is clean and has everything you need for a relaxing stay. …”

Anonymous

“Pete was so helpful and friendly- especially when helping me with booking! Gave us advice re parking, too. Our room was lovely - decorated so nicely and was very comfortable. The apartments are handy for walking into tow…”

Sven

“Very tastefully renovated and furnished rooms. Exactly as in the pictures. Exceptionally clean and well equipped. Great views from the room over a park across the road. Short few minute foot walk to the town center/beach…”

Keith

“Very clean, comfortable and close to central Whitby”

jane

“Absolutely adored the decor a real mix of new with retro antique touches also lovely deep paint colours on doors not the usual white and grey ! The bathroom was quaint with traditional sink toilet pulley light and an old…”

Elizabeth anne

“All of it x Communication Beautiful room Lush towels and toiletries”

matthew

“Everything”

Bernard

“Spotlessly clean, perfect location for Pavilion events, good oarking”

Anonymous

“Fantastic location lovely apartment and friendly informative host who was happy to help, and got back to us right away with any of our questions. Highly recommend 👍”

Anonymous

“Beautiful accommodation, everything was perfect. The automated entry was really good and communication re: access was excellent. Would highly recommend and definitely stay again.”

Jimmy

“I was in room 2, on the ground floor. I really enjoyed my stay at this property and I was able to relax throughout the whole trip. • I personally like dark rooms, and this room was perfect for keeping out the morning li…”

Danny

“I booked this room at very short notice. However, by 4pm the room was ready and the owners were in constant communication with updates and instructions including door codes and wifi password. I gained entry via electroni…”

Anonymous

“Lovely clean place to stay and within walking distance to the centre. Drawback no parking but I can understand why due to the position of the property. Finally located a spot on the hill. Peaceful as we were in a room at…”

Sharon

“Everything was spotless clean smelled so fresh the room and the view were perfect ,close to the town loved it will definitely stay again”

sutcliffe

“Spot less and spacious apartment. and in a excellent location over looking the cliff tops with an easy accessible stroll into Whitby. Dog friendly with made all the difference as we would have booked somewhere else oth…”

Anonymous

“wonderful spot in Whitby near enough to walk around the central part of town and see the coast and amazing Abbey nearby. Shower was amazing. whole room was very neatly designed.”

Anonymous

“Room was really clean and quiet and the location is really accessible.”

Anonymous

“Great place, very clean and nice to have the courtyard.”

Anonymous

“Great place for a short trip. Good location for a short walk to the beach & centre of Whitby.”

Suzanne

“Clean Bright Fresh Perfect location close to town Own personal kitchenette and little courtyard bistro area Attentive helpful owners who didn’t hesitate to help us with anything This property thought of everything …”

Sarah

“Room was beautiful”

Susan

“Location is ideal for walking into town. Room is newly decorated with tasteful colours and furnishings. A small kitchenette area with kettle and fridge. Bed comfy but a bit odd with a mattress topper that stops slightly…”

William

“We really enjoyed our lovely room with a nice view of the park. The bed was one of the most comfortable beds we've ever slept in! All amenities were first class from the little kitchen area with kettle,sink, washing up l…”

Martin

“All of it”

Daniël

“It was very clean and cozy for its size. Staff was remotely very helpful and could drop off my luggage before check-in without any problems.”

shar0ndipity

“The room was very clean & well maintained. The shower setup was a standout for me.”

Ken

“Close to town centre”

Anonymous

“Loved!”

Anonymous

“We had a lovely stay here. Room was exactly as it was described, super easy to get to and walkable distance from everything. The place was quiet, clean and comfortable. Perfect for our little night away.”

Anonymous

“We booked for 1 night, really last minute. A brilliant find and we will definitely be back. We usually stay in the heart of Whitby but actually preferred staying here. It was lovely and peaceful but within easy walking d…”

Anonymous

“We found the room to have everything we needed for our 2 night stay. The place was spotlessly clean and beautifully decorated. The spec was high end with its own little courtyard which we found handy for our dog. Withi…”

Sharon

“The apartment was slightly out of town and away from the noise that most holiday towns have. You do need to be happy to walk up steps and a slight hill on the way back. The apartment had all the essential for a 2 night…”

KIRSTY

“The apartment was lovely, spotlessly clean, and a great location. The balcony with a sea view was fab. Communication from the owner was great too. Would definitely recommend.”

Anonymous

“Great accommodation, clean, modern and well equipped . Peter is very responsive and helpful. All made for a very enjoyable stay in Whitby”

Martin

“Absolutely brilliant place to stay. It was our first time visiting Whitby and we were delighted how close it was to everything. Very stylish and homely. We message the owners with few questions and response was very quic…”

Frances

“Very easy to get in contact with the owner, they were very helpful. The accomodation was lovely, really nicely decorated and clean. The outside patio was exactly what we needed with our dog.”

Kayley

“Bed comfy Easy access- like the fact the lock is electronic and therefore don’t have a key to lose. The lock is noisy when you put the code in though- sorry neighbours! Staff really friendly Very little noise in flat 15 …”

Anonymous

“Lovely stay here perfect for what we wanted.”

Claire

“Lovely room, nice decor, good size - we had the room looking to the Whitby Abbey which was fantastic. Great facilities in the room, nice that it has a casual kitchen area which can be handy and can be curtained away. No …”

Enrique Sebastian

“From the moment I arrived, I was genuinely impressed. The room was incredibly cozy, thoughtfully decorated, and felt like a peaceful retreat—perfect after a day of exploring. But what truly made it special was the breath…”

Anonymous

“Had such a wonderful stay. Was walking the Coast to Coast path and got injured so needed a place to rest up. The place was so cozy. Beautiful linens and duvet with fluffy pillows. Loved the large bay windows. Had a flat …”