​Hopes and Beans in the centre of Whitby will convert the upper floors of its building into five hotel rooms as well as establishing a bar and a hotel reception. ​The property at 2, St Ann’s Staith, is located near the town’s iconic swing bridge and is within the conservation area. ​The first floor of the building will accommodate two hotel rooms, while the second floor will accommodate three rooms. Applicant​The hotel rooms would be accessed and serviced via a ground floor reception café and bar. ​The site comprises a pair of buildings located at 2, St Ann’s Staith and floors above number 3, St Ann’s Staith.