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Top 10 Beach Hotels in Scarborough

Toulson Court

Toulson Court

3.5 out of 5
100 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, England
4.9/5Exceptional! (52 reviews)
Thank you Angela and James
"Lovely accommodation and lovely owners who can't do enough to make your stay wonderful."

Reviewed on 23 May 2021

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Toulson Court
The Cavendish

The Cavendish

4 out of 5
53 Esplanade Road, South Cliff, Scarborough, England
4.8/5Exceptional! (93 reviews)
"Overall excellent, great room ,great breakfasts wonderful host s. Nothing not to like"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2021

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The Cavendish
The Leeway

The Leeway

3 out of 5
71 Queens Parade, Scarborough, England
The price is £75 per night from 26 Sep to 26 Sep
4.8/5Exceptional! (198 reviews)
"A warm welcome. Very clean room. Decoration was good. The view from my room was lovely. The small fridge was a good thing to have."

Reviewed on 13 Sep 2021

The Leeway
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Powys Lodge

Powys Lodge

4 out of 5
2 Westbourne Road, Scarborough, England
4.8/5Exceptional! (463 reviews)
"Excellent establishment, operating at very high standards in these awkward times."

Reviewed on 27 May 2021

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17 West Street

17 West Street

4 out of 5
17 West Street, Scarborough, England
4.6/5Exceptional! (201 reviews)
"Very nice spacious room"

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2019

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17 West Street
The Palace Hill Hotel

The Palace Hill Hotel

3 out of 5
1 Palace Hill, Eastborough, Scarborough, England
4.6/5Exceptional! (109 reviews)
Lovely characterful boutique hotel
"Adam & Tip have invested lots of love into this stylish little hotel which was spotless throughout and beautifully decorated. We were made to feel welcome from the moment we arrived. For a “larger” couple a thicker mattress would have been appreciated but this did not mar our overall favourable impression. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2021

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The Palace Hill Hotel
Miricia Guest House

Miricia Guest House

3 out of 5
5 Rutland Terrace, Queens Parade, Scarborough, England
4.6/5Wonderful! (388 reviews)
"Lovely B&B with beautiful views of North Bay. Friendly and polite staff. Definitely recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 14 Sep 2021

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Miricia Guest House
Mansion House

Mansion House

5 out of 5
45 Esplanade, South Cliff, Scarborough, England
The price is £114 per night from 7 Oct to 7 Oct
4.6/5Wonderful! (130 reviews)
"Excellent accommodation with a great sea view."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2020

Mansion House
Amrock Guest house

Amrock Guest house

4 out of 5
11 Victoria Park Avenue, Scarborough, England
4.6/5Wonderful! (198 reviews)
Couldn’t be more helpful!
"John the owner was always on hand to answer questions or advise and when he wasn’t in the building he was available on his mobile number, which was left in the front hall every time he was out. The breakfast wasn’t actually provided on site, it was from a cafe at the bottom of the street, which initially ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2019

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The Phoenix Guest House

The Phoenix Guest House

3 out of 5
157 Columbus Ravine, North Yorkshire, Scarborough, England
4.3/5Excellent! (27 reviews)
Great valu3
"Nice clean room , had all the usual accessories, tv kettle hairdryer , tea and coffee plus some biscuits, the ensuite was a bit close but it was enough, very friendly people too"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2020

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The Phoenix Guest House
Sea Dogs Guest House

Sea Dogs Guest House

2 out of 5
159 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, England
The price is £48 per night from 8 Oct to 8 Oct
4.2/5Very Good! (137 reviews)
"This was my 3rd stay at Sea Dogs, the location is excellent for me which is why I chose it initially. Dave is very welcoming. I’ve always had a single room at the front which is nice and clean. Shared bathroom facilities but I have yet to had to wait ever! The budget price means you can treat yourself ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2021

Sea Dogs Guest House
Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
Great for beach holidays

Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality

4 out of 5
The Esplanade, Scarborough, England
The price is £72 per night from 10 Oct to 10 Oct
4.1/5Very Good! (737 reviews)
Travellers like: on the beach, indoor pool
Travellers say...
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2021

Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
Marine Residence

Marine Residence

2.5 out of 5
6-7 Belmont Road, Scarborough, England
4/5Very Good! (232 reviews)
"Property was clean, good value for money. Staff were helpful."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2019

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Marine Residence
The Clarence Gardens Hotel

The Clarence Gardens Hotel

3 out of 5
Scarborough 4-5 Blenheim Terrace, Scarborough, England
3.9/5Very Good! (183 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Breakfast was great fresh fruit as well as continental and cooked breakfast available. Room small but clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2020

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The Clarence Gardens Hotel
Scarborough Travel and Holiday Lodge

Scarborough Travel and Holiday Lodge

3 out of 5
33, Valley Road, Scarborough, England
3.7/5Good! (213 reviews)
Disappointing
"The room which we were allocated was absolutely nothing like the photographs on the website which was very disappointing. The room was very small & the hangers were very dusty."

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2020

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Scarborough Travel and Holiday Lodge
Ambassador Rooms

Ambassador Rooms

3 out of 5
36-38 Esplanade, Scarborough, England
3.6/5Good! (676 reviews)
"Understand Covid is present but the room was dusty and smelt floaty. When booking there was no explanation about the breakfast. £149 was a lot of money for the standard of this room. Website didn’t really match reality. The young staff were great and very friendly. One of the older staff didn’t even ..."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2020

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The Clifton Hotel

The Clifton Hotel

3 out of 5
Queens Parade, Scarborough, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £43 per night from 3 Oct to 3 Oct
3.3/5 (492 reviews)
"Great location, clean and nice staff. It’s a Britannia hotel and so don’t expect luxury but it’s fine and is in a great location if visiting the Open Air Theatre. Bar is nice and breakfast OK. If you want to part on site, book early!"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2021

The Clifton Hotel
Sunnyside Guest House

Sunnyside Guest House

2 out of 5
130 North Marine Road, North Bay, Scarborough, England
The price is £55 per night from 3 Oct to 3 Oct
3.2/5 (72 reviews)
"Property had a roof"

Reviewed on 11 Sep 2021

Sunnyside Guest House
The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel

3.5 out of 5
St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £44 per night from 26 Sep to 26 Sep
3.1/5 (828 reviews)
"Friendly staff good service and a great night sleep"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2021

The Royal Hotel
Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

3 out of 5
St. Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £34 per night from 3 Oct to 3 Oct
2.4/5 (682 reviews)
"Dreadful check-in system, 2 hour queue. Overall opinion - the hotel is slightly run down, shabby in places and needs a good seeing to."

Reviewed on 10 Sep 2021

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough
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Beach Hotels in Scarborough

Known for its beaches and entertainment choices, Scarborough offers a lot for the traveller planning a beach getaway. There are 86 beach hotels and other accommodation options to choose from in this seaside destination, so it's easy to find one that meets your needs.

As you browse for a place to stay by the water in Scarborough, check out these top-rated beach hotels with positive customer reviews.

The Leeway - 3-star eco-friendly guesthouse, 5-minute walk from North Bay Beach. It features free WiFi, free parking and a bar. Guests love the central location and breakfast.

Norlands Hotel - 4-star guesthouse near North Bay Beach. Our travellers recommend its great location and comfortable beds. This guesthouse boasts free English breakfast, free WiFi and free parking.

Ambassador Hotel - 3-star romantic hotel, 7-minute walk from South Bay Beach. It offers an indoor pool, free buffet breakfast and a spa tub. Guest reviews highlight the beach location and proximity to shopping.

Powys Lodge - Guest House - 4-star guesthouse near South Bay Beach. It features free full breakfast, free parking and flat-screen TVs. Guests love the pool and great location.

The Royal Hotel - 3.5-star hotel, 3-minute walk from South Bay Beach. Our travellers recommend its central location and proximity to shopping. This hotel boasts an indoor pool, a spa tub and a restaurant.

Planning Your Trip to Scarborough

Good weather can be important during a beach holiday, so you can use these local temperature and rainfall averages to decide when to visit.

  • Hottest months: July, August, June and September, with an average temperature of 21°F
  • Coldest months: December, January, February and November, with an average temperature of 2°F
  • Driest months: July, August, March and April, with an average rainfall of 1 inches
  • Rainiest months: February, October, November and December, with an average rainfall of 2 inches

Sightseeing in and Around Scarborough

After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at South Bay Beach or North Bay Beach. Experience the area's entertainment choices and theatre, and make time for local attractions like YMCA Theatre and Rotunda Museum. You can also pay a visit to Stephen Joseph Theatre or Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre for more to see and do.

Getting around Scarborough

To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Scarborough Station or Scarborough Seamer Station. You can learn about your options for water transport at the port.

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Scarborough Hotel Reviews

    Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Beautiful
    A verified traveller stayed at Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
    Posted 3 days ago
    Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
    Sea Dogs Guest House
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    This was my 3rd stay at Sea Dogs, the location is excellent for me which is why I chose it initially. Dave is very welcoming. I’ve always had a single room at the front which is nice and clean. Shared bathroom facilities but I have yet to had to wait ever! The budget price means you can treat yourself to a stay a little more often maybe.
    A verified traveller stayed at Sea Dogs Guest House
    Posted 3 days ago
    Sea Dogs Guest House
    Blacksmiths Arms Inn
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    This was exactly what we expected. Traditional pub with grest staff
    A verified traveller stayed at Blacksmiths Arms Inn
    Posted 5 days ago
    Blacksmiths Arms Inn
    Miricia Guest House
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Lovely B&B with beautiful views of North Bay. Friendly and polite staff. Definitely recommend staying here.
    A verified traveller stayed at Miricia Guest House
    Posted 8 days ago
    Miricia Guest House
    Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough
    Expedia Verified Review
    3 / 5 Okay
    Dreadful check-in system, 2 hour queue. Overall opinion - the hotel is slightly run down, shabby in places and needs a good seeing to.
    A verified traveller stayed at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough
    Posted 12 days ago
    Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough
    Park Manor Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Car Park only one disabled spot
    A verified traveller stayed at Park Manor Hotel
    Posted 2 weeks ago
    Park Manor Hotel
    The Royal Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Friendly staff good service and a great night sleep
    A verified traveller stayed at The Royal Hotel
    Posted 3 weeks ago
    The Royal Hotel
    The Clifton Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    All good
    A verified traveller stayed at The Clifton Hotel
    Posted 2 months ago
    The Clifton Hotel
    The Sands - Sea Front Apartments
    Expedia Verified Review
    5 / 5 Excellent
    Great place to stay, high quality accommodation
    A verified traveller stayed at The Sands - Sea Front Apartments
    Posted 3 months ago
    The Sands - Sea Front Apartments

Top 10 Beach Hotels in Scarborough

    Marine View Guest House

    3 out of 5
    34 Blenheim Terrace, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 2 travellers

    Esplanade Gardens B&B

    3 out of 5
    24 Esplanade Gardens, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 4 travellers

    Dickens Bar and Inn

    3 out of 5
    41 Huntriss Row, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 6 travellers

    Bayhouse

    4 out of 5
    9 Esplanade Rd, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 4 travellers

    Riviera Town House

    4 out of 5
    16 St Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 17 travellers

    The Crescent Hotel

    3.5 out of 5
    1-2 Belvoir Terrace, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 5 travellers

    Lyness Guest House

    3 out of 5
    145 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 2 travellers

    St Nicholas Lodge

    2.5 out of 5
    15 St Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 4 travellers

    The Hillcrest

    3.5 out of 5
    2 Peasholm Avenue, Scarborough, England
    Endorsed by 2 travellers

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