Hotels in Scarborough (England, United Kingdom)

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  1. Travelodge Scarborough St Nicholas

    6.9(10,459 ratings)

    Sea-facing room availability, On-site bar and restaurant

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  2. Premier Inn Scarborough (South Bay) hotel

    8.5Excellent (6,345 ratings)

    On-site Brewers Fayre restaurant, Family-friendly accommodation

    0.3 km away from the beach
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  3. Carisbrooke House, Apartment 6

    7.9Good (226 ratings)

    Proximity to Scarborough Station, Onsite parking for your vehicle

    0.3 km away from the beach
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    Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality

    8.0Very good (13,527 ratings)

    Expansive luxury spa facilities, Modern fitness center with zones

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  5. Weston Hotel

    9.3Excellent (2,484 ratings)

    Cecil's Restaurant with local produce, Panoramic South Bay views

    0.2 km away from the beach
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    The Sands - Sea Front Apartments

    9.5Excellent (3,813 ratings)

    Secure on-site parking for guests, Award-winning 5-star Gold apartments

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  7. Palace Hill Hotel

    9.5Excellent (1,553 ratings)

    Delicious cooked-to-order breakfast, Prime location near South Bay Beach

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  8. Palm Court Hotel

    8.3Very good (3,609 ratings)

    Luxurious goosedown duvets, Specialty afternoon tea experiences

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  9. Rivelyn Hotel

    7.9Good (3,408 ratings)

    Pet-friendly accommodation, Recently renovated rooms

    0.3 km away from the beach
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  10. The Caledonian New Southlands Hotel

    8.2Very good (3,748 ratings)

    Dedicated coach trip experience, Victorian seaside charm

    0.3 km away from the beach
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  11. The Norbreck Hotel by Compass Hospitality

    7.2(3,413 ratings)

    Panoramic sea views from clifftop, On-site restaurant with local produce

    0.2 km away from the beach
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    The Helaina

    9.7Excellent (1,999 ratings)

    Extensive gourmet breakfast menu, Luxurious penthouse suite views

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  13. George Hotel

    8.0Very good (2,903 ratings)

    Dog-friendly accommodation, Historic 17th-century coaching inn

    1.1 km to City center
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  14. Premier Inn Scarborough (North Bay) hotel

    8.8Excellent (1,594 ratings)

    In-house Thyme restaurant dining, Family-friendly accommodation options

    1.7 km to City center
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  15. Bike and Boot Leisure Hotels - Scarborough

    8.8Excellent (4,389 ratings)

    Prime location near Scarborough Beach, Uniquely dog-friendly experience

    0.4 km to City center
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  16. Boston Hotel

    8.2Very good (1,275 ratings)

    Panoramic sea and castle views, Homemade, delicious dining

    0.5 km to City center
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  17. Park Manor Hotel

    8.7Excellent (2,894 ratings)

    Heated indoor pool and spa facilities, Elegant suites with scenic views

    0.6 km away from the beach
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  18. The Clifton Hotel Scarborough

    7.1(6,080 ratings)

    Uninterrupted North Sea views, Yorkshire produce dining

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  19. The Waves

    9.4Excellent (929 ratings)

    Award-winning breakfast with local produce, Victorian charm with modern decor

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  20. Granby Hotel

    7.3(2,016 ratings)

    Terrace for relaxation, Central location for exploration

    0.4 km away from the beach
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    Areawest

    7.4(447 ratings)

    North Bay sea views, Steps from Scarborough Castle

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  22. The Maynard

    9.1Excellent (765 ratings)

    Overlooking Prince of Wales Gardens, Spacious rooms with period decor

    0.3 km away from the beach
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  23. Highlander Hotel

    8.2Very good (1,442 ratings)

    Scottish-themed bar with whiskies, Ocean-view rooms and dining

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  24. Poacher's Barn

    7.4(482 ratings)

    Convenient on-site parking, Close to Scarborough attractions

    4.2 km to City center
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  25. Albemarle Hotel

    6.9(477 ratings)

    Outdoor garden with church view, Four poster beds in select rooms

    0.5 km away from the beach
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  26. East Ayton Lodge Hotel

    8.3Very good (2,607 ratings)

    Conservatory with garden views, Four-poster beds in upgraded rooms

    6.1 km to City center
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  27. The Esplanade Hotel

    7.4(2,541 ratings)

    Traditional sea-view dining, Dedicated Daish's Holidays experience

    0.1 km away from the beach
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  28. Miricia Guest House

    9.3Excellent (431 ratings)

    Relaxed beach-view terrace, Brightly painted, unique rooms

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  29. Cumberland Hotel

    8.5Excellent (1,308 ratings)

    North-facing rooms with town views, Evening entertainment in ballroom

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  30. The Chapel House Hotel

    8.8Excellent (1,454 ratings)

    Access to nearby leisure facilities, On-site restaurant with local produce

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  31. The Leeway

    9.6Excellent (1,671 ratings)

    Panoramic North Bay views, Historic 1822 listed building

    0.2 km away from the beach
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  32. The Mayfield Seamer

    8.7Excellent (3,100 ratings)

    Award-winning Sunday carvery, Dedicated function room for events

    5.7 km to City center
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  33. Robyn's Guest House

    9.2Excellent (545 ratings)

    Inclusive locally sourced breakfast, Pet-friendly stays by arrangement

    0.5 km away from the beach
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  34. The Cavendish

    9.6Excellent (615 ratings)

    Spacious rooms with quality linens, Prime location near Spa Complex

    0.4 km away from the beach
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  35. Sheridan

    9.3Excellent (600 ratings)

    Rooms with garden views, Proximity to Scarborough Open Air Theatre

    0.5 km away from the beach
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Scarborough – Britain’s Premier Seaside Destination

If you’re looking for a traditional bucket and spade break, there’s surely nowhere better than Britain’s very first seaside resort – Scarborough. Perched on Yorkshire’s east coast and bordering the North York Moors National Park this fun-filled port has attracted generations of holiday makers since the 17th century. The town continues to be one of the most popular coastal destinations in the UK today thanks to its grand Victorian architecture, arcades, and dual sandy bays. Ideal for short breaks by the sea, there are many hotels and guesthouses in Scarborough to choose from, in the town or on the seafront.

All the Fun of the Fair

Scarborough, originating from the 10th century Viking settlement of Skarðaborg, became a magnet for traders in the Middle Ages, thanks mainly to its annual six-week festival, Scarborough Fair. The fair ran for some 500 years until the 18th century and spawned a famous folk song of the same name, which was covered by American singers Simon and Garfunkel in the 1960s.

Scarborough’s later success, however, was as a tourist destination – although it only came about thanks to a chance discovery. Elizabeth Farrow, the daughter of one of the town’s leading citizens, stumbled across a natural spring beneath the cliff in the south of Scarborough in the 17th century. Nothing unusual about that, you may think. However, the water had a particular bitter taste (thanks to a high concentration of magnesium sulphate) which was found to cure minor ailments. Word got around and visitors flocked to Scarborough Spa.

Scarborough Spa – a magnet for Victorian holidaymakers

The spa town grew in popularity in Victorian times and tourism boomed with the opening of the York to Scarborough Railway in 1845. The Grand Hotel, towering over the South Bay and the largest hotel in Europe at the time, was opened in 1863. Scarborough never looked back. Of all the seafront hotels in Scarborough today, the Grand Hotel remains the most impressive and most imposing.

Getting to the promenade and the beach from The Grand Hotel’s elevated position on top of the cliff, however, could be hard work. Holiday makers were spared the steep walk up and down the adjacent steps thanks to the creation of a tramway in 1881. A total of five funicular lifts were constructed in Scarborough in this era. The one next to the Grand is one of two still in service today.

The other one, 284 feet long, takes visitors from Scarborough Spa, which is now an entertainment and conference venue, to an elegant flowery Esplanade. The Esplanade features three beautiful gardens laid out in front of a line of Victorian houses with a maze of wooden paths leading down the cliff face. There are several exquisite hotels and B&Bs overlooking the coast here.

A tale of two bays

Scarborough has not just one seafront, but two. The South Bay and the North Bay are separated by Scarborough Castle protruding into the North Sea. Although the South Bay is home to The Grand and another few hotels, the majority of guesthouses and apartments in Scarborough are found by the North Bay and around the famous Peasholm Park.

The South Bay is where all the action is though. Its long stretch of golden sand runs in front of a series of amusement arcades, cafes and fish n’ chip shops. You can enjoy a traditional donkey ride along the beach or delve around in its many rock pools at low tide.

At the far north end lies the marina with its three piers. The inner harbour welcomes fishing vessels, whilst the outer port hosts leisure carriers, including a pleasure steamer which runs hourly cruises along the North Yorkshire coastline.

The calmer North Bay

A brisk walk along Marine Drive around Scarborough Castle will take you towards the North Bay. On Blenheim Terrace and the surrounding streets, you’ll find some of the better-value seafront hotels and guesthouses in Scarborough. There is a further selection near Scarborough Cricket Club and the fabulous Peasholm Park.

Peasholm Park is amongst the most beautiful parks in the UK. You can while away the hours ambling or rowing around the boating lake and its centrepiece island adorned with a Japanese pagoda. The tranquillity of this setting, however, is regularly disturbed by the sound of gunfire, diving planes and exploding ships. The Naval Warfare Show with its 20-foot-long replica boats has re-enacted famous battles here for over 80 years and is still as thrilling as ever today.

Scarborough’s North Bay beach is certainly a more pleasant environment than its more boisterous South Bay counterpart, fully warranting its Blue Flag award. Away from the main road, in front of a chalet-lined promenade, it is a nice place to stretch out and relax.

Between the beach and Peasholm Park, you can embark on a short steam-train ride on the North Bay Railway towards Scalby Mills and the Scarborough SEA LIFE Sanctuary aquarium. The track runs past Scarborough’s Open Air Theatre – the largest in Europe. Originally created in the thirties, it reopened in 2010 and is a popular concert venue.

Scarborough town centre

If you want to break from the sea and sand, Scarborough town centre, tucked in behind the South Bay offers a nice selection of international restaurants and shops. You’ll also find a few guesthouses, hotels and branded economy lodges and inns within a short walk of the railway station.

Whether you’re visiting Scarborough for a family break or searching for some late deals by the sea, Britain’s premier resort is sure to offer you a cure for your holiday blues. There must be something in the water…

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