Title: Cayton Bay Travel Guide: Best of Cayton Bay, Scarborough Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Cayton Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Cayton-Bay-Hotels.d553248634834282841.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Cayton Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Cayton-Bay-Holiday-Rentals.d553248634834282841.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Cayton Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Cayton-Bay.d553248634834282841.Car-Hire-Guide)[Cayton Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Cayton-Bay.d553248634834282841.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Cayton Bay Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Down on the beach at Cayton Bay just south of Scarborough North Yorkshire (UK) behind the large outcrop is Scarborough..The tide was just rolling on as the photograph was taken..a great place to walk along the wide open beach.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635985359093/5bf17c5c-8963-4879-8ae2-88c19f95eb23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cayton Bay, Scarborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/e69dc494-bdda-43f6-b777-3adc89db139f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/e69dc494-bdda-43f6-b777-3adc89db139f.jpg) by [Thomas Tolkien](https://www.flickr.com/photos/38585972@N04) ([Creative Commons Attribution 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)) ![Cayton Bay and beach The photograph is taken from near to the bottom of a steep, metalled path ( https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1776491 ) from the cliff top and car park ( https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1776414 ) above. In the left foreground can be seen the boulder clay that the local cliff is made from and the cause of so much land slippage in recent years. For more, follow this link to the BBC news web site: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/north_yorkshire/8550186.stm . The red bricked building (upper left) is the Yorkshire Water Cayton land drainage pumping station. For another photograph taken some 150metres nearer the pumping station, click here: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1777802 . The bungalows on the cliff top in the distance are built on the site of the former NALGO holiday camp and have been the subject of press interest in recent years because of the previously mentioned land slippage. For more, follow this link to the BBC news web site: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8578583.stm . At the end of the bay is Knipe Point (TA 06513 85470), which is sometimes referred to as Osgodby Nab. (The OS map erroneously refers to Osgodby Point) and, beyond that, in the distance can be seen the castle headland at Scarborough (TA 05051 89213).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/3b993ecc-ad82-4db9-9560-51d94c3bd8c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/3b993ecc-ad82-4db9-9560-51d94c3bd8c4.jpg) by [Alan Walker](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1906) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Tide on the turn at Cayton Bay just north of Scarborough North Yorkshire...The shot was slowed down to show the milky sea...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000012016/371b5fba-cfec-45f6-9f7b-98accf53a93a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cayton land drainage pumping station outfall The photograph shows the outfall from Yorkshire Water Cayton land drainage pumping station. For a photograph of the pumping station, click here https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1777802 .](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/e1b4ed57-afe3-4fcb-bf43-179266a83e76.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634834282841/e1b4ed57-afe3-4fcb-bf43-179266a83e76.jpg) by [Alan Walker](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/1906) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Cayton Bay Things to do - Top hotels in Cayton Bay - Top Holiday Rentals in Cayton Bay ![Lobster Pot, Bridlington by Marston's Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27480000/27478900/27478820/fa45e1dc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lobster Pot, Bridlington by Marston's Inn 184 Kingsgate Bridlington England £72 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this inn in Bridlington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (741 reviews) Room clean and pleasant. We didnt sleep well as mattresses uncomfortable, we could feel the springs. Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=27478820&PinnedHotelID=27478820&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834282841) ![Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1201500/1201481/e94d8b39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough St. Nicholas Cliff Scarborough England £39 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Scarborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 6.8/10 (1,354 reviews) Not very helpful on front desk. Was 10 minutes early and wanted £10 before they would give us our home. I stood and waited with a dog a 5 year child for 10 minutes,,, shocking service Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1201481&PinnedHotelID=1201481&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834282841) ![Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1636500/1636480/ba67f532_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality The Esplanade Scarborough England £74 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Scarborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) Rather rambling corridors and stairs between numbers on the same floor a little difficult for people of limited mobility Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1636480&PinnedHotelID=1636480&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834282841) [See all 3,344 properties in Cayton Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634834282841) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Cayton Pines](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44510000/44509200/44509138/976fae52_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cayton Pines Scarborough England Stay at this golf holiday home in Scarborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Lebberston Golf ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Hotels-Cayton-Pines.h44509138.Hotel-Information) ![Five Star Stays](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5640000/5630500/5630418/cc2fa8f8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Five Star Stays 10-11 Main Street Seamer Scarborough England Stay at this cottage in Scarborough. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Scarborough ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Hotels-The-Copper-Horse-Cottages.h5630418.Hotel-Information) ![1 Bed Cabin - Sleeps 2 - Pets - 2 Min To Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94999000/94998911/1bf69505_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 1 Bed Cabin - Sleeps 2 - Pets - 2 Min To Beach 38a 3rd Avenue Bridlington England Stay at this chalet in Bridlington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Bridlington South Beach and Bridlington Golf Club are located ... 6/10 (1 review) Was a little small very tidy and everything to hand x did have strong smell off dogs x but lovley location x Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridlington-Hotels-Captivating-1-Bed-Chalet-In-Bridlington.h94998911.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Cayton Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248634834282841&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Open-Air-Theatre-Scarborough.d6173405.Attraction) ![Scarborough Spa which includes theatre scenes, general coastal views and performance art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173402/3eb3ccba-2c7f-49c6-88ba-4d52d7e46e00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Scarborough Spa 4/5(119 reviews) Stroll through the majestic rooms of this Victorian venue for dances and orchestras and learn about its origins as a spa in the 1600s. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Spa-Scarborough.d6173402.Attraction) ![North Bay Beach featuring a coastal town and a beach as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173391/0df20087-38c7-4c25-ac0c-032b8f423253.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Bay Beach 4/5(214 reviews) Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Bay-Beach-Scarborough.d6173391.Attraction) ![South Bay Beach featuring a coastal town and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173396/f162583b-3454-466b-b580-b332cc883ebc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### South Bay Beach 4/5(201 reviews) Marvel at the dynamic setting of this traditional British coastal resort, where you will find arcade games, a harbor and boutiques. [](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bay-Beach-Scarborough.d6173396.Attraction) ![Peasholm Park showing a river or creek and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173398/6c3e2a10-8e21-45e3-9f87-e6d11e7b3c29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Peasholm Park 4.5/5(240 reviews) Ascend to the top of the island pagoda for excellent views of a park full of attractions and nature paths. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Peasholm-Park-Scarborough.d6173398.Attraction) ![alpamare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634002539835/a907f828-d814-4237-81f9-f5315c0548f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### alpamare Ride thrilling waterslides, swim in rolling waves, relax in an infinity pool and stroll around a scenic garden at this alpine-themed amusement park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alpamare-Scarborough.d553248634002539835.Attraction) ### Things to do ![The Black Widow - Dark Tales around Scarborough](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48964891/a5fbffc8-a653-46f2-beb9-a5e55434e9cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Black Widow - Dark Tales around Scarborough £9 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-black-widow-dark-tales-around-scarborough.a48964891.activity-details) ![North Yorkshire Forestry Trail eBike Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49566691/4017db91-ab44-40bd-9fb3-ebd91e4089bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### North Yorkshire Forestry Trail eBike Adventure £100 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/north-yorkshire-forestry-trail-ebike-adventure.a49566691.activity-details) [See all activities in Cayton Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cayton-Bay.d553248634834282841.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Cayton Bay ![South Bay Beach showing a coastal town and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6173396/eec1a408-74e2-4e22-ba2a-5c7d02c5953b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Scarborough ![Tide on the turn at Cayton Bay just north of Scarborough North Yorkshire...The shot was slowed down to show the milky sea...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000012016/371b5fba-cfec-45f6-9f7b-98accf53a93a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cayton - Cities near Cayton Bay - Places of interest [Scarborough](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough.dx5680)[Cayton](https://expedia.co.uk/Cayton.dx3000012016) - [Scarborough Open Air Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Open-Air-Theatre-Scarborough.d6173405.Attraction) - [North York Moors National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-York-Moors-National-Park-England.d6141823.Attraction) - [Flamingo Land Theme Park and Zoo ](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamingo-Land-Theme-Park-And-Zoo-Malton.d6079225.Attraction) - [Scarborough Spa ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Spa-Scarborough.d6173402.Attraction) - [North Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Bay-Beach-Scarborough.d6173391.Attraction) - [Robin Hood's Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Robin-Hoods-Bay-Beach-Whitby.d6088235.Attraction) - [Bridlington South Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridlington-South-Beach-Bridlington.d6088222.Attraction) - [South Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bay-Beach-Scarborough.d6173396.Attraction) - [Peasholm Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peasholm-Park-Scarborough.d6173398.Attraction) - [Bempton Cliffs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bempton-Cliffs-Bridlington.d6088227.Attraction) - [The Spa Bridlington ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Spa-Bridlington-Bridlington.d553248621591002856.Attraction) - [alpamare ](https://expedia.co.uk/Alpamare-Scarborough.d553248634002539835.Attraction) - [North Yorkshire Moors Railway ](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Yorkshire-Moors-Railway-Pickering.d553248621532494340.Attraction) - [Flamborough Head ](https://expedia.co.uk/Flamborough-Head-Bridlington.d6088225.Attraction) - [Scarborough Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Castle-Scarborough.d6079251.Attraction) - [Dalby Forest Visitor Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalby-Forest-Visitor-Centre-Pickering.d553248621532494342.Attraction) - [Bridlington Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridlington-Harbour-Bridlington.d553248621591002857.Attraction) - [Scarborough Cricket Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Scarborough-Cricket-Club-Scarborough.d553248621532494427.Attraction) - [Pickering Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Pickering-Castle-Pickering.d6088233.Attraction) - [Bridlington North Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Bridlington-North-Beach-Bridlington.d553248635976063169.Attraction) - [Sewerby Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Sewerby-Hall-Bridlington.d553248621562820564.Attraction) - [Fraisthorpe Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Fraisthorpe-Beach-Bridlington.d553248621532494319.Attraction) - [Mallyan Spout Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mallyan-Spout-Waterfall-Whitby.d553248621532494344.Attraction) - [Eden Camp Modern History Theme Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/Eden-Camp-Modern-History-Theme-Museum-Malton.d553248621556237645.Attraction) - [Reighton Sands ](https://expedia.co.uk/Reighton-Sands-Filey.d553248635977467665.Attraction) - [Whitby Lighthouse ](https://expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Lighthouse-Whitby.d553248621556282416.Attraction) - [South Cliff Italian Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Cliff-Italian-Gardens-Scarborough.d553248621556237660.Attraction) - [Falling Foss Waterfall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Falling-Foss-Waterfall-Whitby.d553248621556282409.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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