Blacksmiths Arms Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star inn near Scarborough Open Air Theatre

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Lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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High St Cloughton, Scarborough, England, YO13 0AE
  • Place, North York Moors National Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Scarborough Open Air Theatre
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Classic Double

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

In Scarborough .At this Scarborough inn, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of North York Moors National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Scarborough Open Air Theatre. Alpamare and Scarborough North Cliff Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • North York Moors National Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • South Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Scarborough Spa - 15 min drive - 6.6 miles

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 9 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Three Jolly Sailors - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪North Bay Fisheries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Scalby Manor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪North Bay Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Old Scalby Mills - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Blacksmiths Arms Inn

3.5-star inn near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Blacksmiths Arms Inn also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, express check-in, and room service (during limited hours). Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Scarborough inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1763
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Blacksmiths Arms Inn offers 11 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. This Scarborough inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 2 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child 2 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blacksmiths Arms Inn to the airport?

Blacksmiths Arms Inn is 75.2 mi (95-min drive) away from the Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blacksmiths Arms Inn?

As of Jun 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blacksmiths Arms Inn on Jun 18, 2026 start from $152, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Blacksmiths Arms Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Blacksmiths Arms Inn.

How close is Blacksmiths Arms Inn to the beach?

This inn is 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from North Bay Beach and 4.9 mi (14-min drive) from South Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blacksmiths Arms Inn offer free breakfast?

Blacksmiths Arms Inn offers free English breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Blacksmiths Arms Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn, but Mecca Bingo (9-min drive) and Opera House Casino (9-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Blacksmiths Arms Inn?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Blacksmiths Arms Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Blacksmiths Arms Inn have a pool?

Blacksmiths Arms Inn does not have a pool.

Does Blacksmiths Arms Inn have a restaurant?

Blacksmiths Arms Inn is home to The Dining Room, which features British cuisine.

Does Blacksmiths Arms Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Blacksmiths Arms Inn to downtown Scarborough?

Blacksmiths Arms Inn is 0.1 mi away from Cloughton.

Blacksmiths Arms Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 303 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place for a stay over, food is excellent and reasonably priced, breakfasts are lovely and a great location for hikers.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to stay.good food and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was fine. The staff were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, delicious food and breakfast. Comfortable bed, hot shower with plenty of fresh towels and immaculately clean room. Great location as only half an hour from Whitby. Stayed here twice now and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food and service were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quiet hotel, good value. Can answer about Breakfast as I left before it was served as I was on a timescale. Easy check in, and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property had warm & friendly staff, shall be visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff and stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, comfortable, and great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect cosy traditional seaside retreat

Lovely cosy and traditional pub / B&B. Staff are really friendly, food (dinner and breakfast) were great. Set in a quaint village and just a 20 min walk to the cliffs and an idyllic spot.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well run with very knowledgable staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, friendly staff good food. Really enjoyed our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous place to stay

Great food,location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful pub. Great operators. Character building. Great to hear that it is owned the Duchy of Lancaster aka The King
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for visiting the area ,the property was excellent in all respects I would fully recommend it and I will definitely be visiting it again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable hotel with lovely food and welcoming, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Darrel

Staff brilliant food great overall excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice stay.

Very friendly staff, excellent breakfast, comfortable bed in clean pleasant room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and helpful friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Traditional property, amazing food, great location and comfortable beds. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was mint, staff were great, room was fab. Only very smile gripes would be the breakfast started earlier, it was 8.30 start but as i was working away i left before this and the radiator in my room would not turn down or off, even using the stat. These would not stop me from staying again thoiugh.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good staff its one of our favourite spots to go to on east coast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stayed 1 night Room clean and comfortable, food very good and staff were friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic place can definitely recommend!

Fantastic stay here and the staff couldnt do enough for us. The breakfast and food was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023