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Grand Hotel Scarborough

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Scarborough Open Air Theatre

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Lobby sitting area
Sundeck
Front of property
2 bars/lounges
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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St. Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, England, YO11 2ET
  • Place, South Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephen Joseph Theatre
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Scarborough Spa
    ‪8 min walk‬

Room options

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Sea View Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Sea View Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room No Window

7.6 out of 10
Good
(46 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room without Windows

  • Sleeps 2

Double Room without Windows

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Double Or Twin Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

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Family Sea View Sleeps 4 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Sea View Sleeps 4

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room Sleeps 4

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room No Window

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Sea View Sleeps 4

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Single Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Family Room (Sleeps 3)

  • Sleeps 2

Sea View Family Room (Sleeps 3)

  • Sleeps 2

Sea View Family Room (Sleeps 4)

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(92 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Triple Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 3

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Standard Twin Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

On the beach.A stay at this Scarborough City Centre hotel places you steps from Rotunda Museum and within a 5-minute walk of South Bay Beach. Opera House Casino and Mecca Bingo are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mecca Bingo - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Stephen Joseph Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Scarborough Spa - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 8 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olympia Leisure - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scholars - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Scarborough

3-star beachfront hotel near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Grand Hotel Scarborough. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Scarborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 413 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1863
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Grand Hotel Scarborough offers 413 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Scarborough hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Pet friendly
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$65 nightly
The price is $77
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 9 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Personal motorized watercraft

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 9 per day (62 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Grand Hotel Scarborough to the airport?

Grand Hotel Scarborough is 74.8 mi (112-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 Grand Hotel Scarborough?

As of May 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Scarborough on May 10, 2026 start from $61, 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 Grand Hotel Scarborough have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Grand Hotel Scarborough.

How close is Grand Hotel Scarborough to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Grand Hotel Scarborough, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Opera House Casino (6-min walk) and Mecca Bingo (6-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 10 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have a pool?

Grand Hotel Scarborough does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Grand Hotel Scarborough to downtown Scarborough?

Grand Hotel Scarborough is 0.1 mi away from Scarborough.

Grand Hotel Scarborough Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 347 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 222 out of 1346 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Checking in was a nightmare - no sign postage to say one of the queues was for coach check ins only, 45 minutes we were waiting. We were then given what they described as a premier room, only to find stains on the mattress, dried blood on the sheets and other stains on the mattress protector, there was also marks on the radiator and what looked like vomit on the lamp base, mould on the windows, mould round the shower and the room smelt awful. We went and complained and they "upgraded" us to a room on the floor above, however the experience wasnt much better, we found hair in the bath tub, damp on the cieling and mould again on the window. The entire hotel smelt awful, dust was on every surface in bith rooms. We wont be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location,helpful staff,nice historical building.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes lovely n welcome
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Such an amazing place totally beautiful and the staff are amazing :) can’t wait to go back x
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a lovely stay will be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Yes it's tired , decor wise but they are slowly working on it , slowly because they are taking care to restore not renovate. I love this hotel and will always stay here when in the area
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olenya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location,clean rooms the staff even upgraded our room to a sea facing room which was very beautiful.The hotel interiors are very royal and aesthetic.Will visit again ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

I've stayed in many of the Britannias around the UK. IF you can get a room relatively cheaply and don't expect too much, you can have an excellent stay. At The Grand you get an unbelievably beautiful buil
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No where to park. Even multi storey car park full. Couldn’t unload properly, no spaces. No towels in the room. The room had receipts on the floor from two days ago, it hadn’t been cleaned very well. The toilets down stairs were awful, smelly n cold. The staff are very friendly. Entertainment was very good. Good location. Was ok for the price .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Daniela

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
No have clean room, pillow strong , smaller bed. But the hotel is so beautiful 😍. Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Am amazing building… kept in excellent order… A bit ‘threadbare ‘ in places… as would be expected… Excellent value for money… all considered…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jessica

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We paid for a premium room, the one we got was very dated, run down, and not cleaned to a good standard at all. (Hairs in and on the bed and in and on the bathtuv) An opened coffee pod left on the side with the unused ones and an out of date apple crumble in the fridge! The room was also freezing cold but this was resolved by turning the radiator valve to fully on. We were very frustrated, especially after the images show the premium rooms have been updated, when we questioned this, we were told rooms are all different and "quirky" and room allocation was first come first served even though, we did online check in days earlier. The door lock... Here's a fun one, the doors are using a really old latching lock which, due to how much the door could move when closed, could be opened using the do not disturb door handle cards from the outside. It was not possible to deadlock the door from the inside or double lock it when leaving. We paid extra for a new year's eve 3 course carvery meal and entertainment, we were served a very low quality buffet (slushy meatballs, chicken thighs, frozen battered fish slabs and a miserable salad bar) no drinks served with the meal. We decided, enough was enough due to multiple failings and false advertisements and demanded a full refund. We are still waiting for the refund but it's only been a day. I would not recommend this hotel. yes, it's a beautiful building but, it's clear that the management company are operating on a shoe string budget.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The rooms are clean and basic. We do not use the facilities or eat or drink there
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Parking always easy. Breakfast let down this time, quantity not very good, rubber eggs, sausages appalling. Bread very stale.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wendy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not able to get a coffee on first day because there was only 14 of us in the hotel they didny open the bar , breakfast the next morning was cold and the bacon looked like it was saved from the day before and reheated . Reported our bathroom door was faulty took 4 days to get it sorted , No entertainment on the first night , just a film on , can watch a film in our room , was told we could get a coffed in our room , i said i dont want to be in my room 24/7. It was cold in the restaurant people were eating with their coats on , food still no warmer , paid for christmas lunch extra , we got turkey , frozen roast potatoes , stuffing , pigs in blankets , frozen parsnips , frozen russels and again it was cold , The complaints just fell o draf ears and then to top it all off they charged us twice for holiday . Definately wont be going back again , the grand hotel , they need to rename it .
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Elsie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not much to say really, it has some bad reviews but at most they are undeserved. The staff were friendly and it the hotel is locsted in a good location. The Parking situation is inaquate.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautiful clean room. Friendly, helpful staff , they always are. Always nice to visit this old gem, was beautifully decorated for the festive season
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying amongst the heritage of an iconic hotel. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Sea View Room, Clean Room, Comfy Bed, Power Shower, Great WiFi. Amazing Breakfast, Harbour View And Bay. Very Friendly Staff, Lovely Christmas Trimmings, Superb Stay As Always, I Am A Regular Returning Customer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views of the beach and sea .. Parking permits are very easy to use and in Dec 2025 9 GBP
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We overlooked the car park better than one of our visits and we could see nothing but a dirty flat roof ! The onky negative was the room 338 was not displayed clearly when we got out of the lift , we had to look for it !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025