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Raincliffe Hotel

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

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Photo gallery for Raincliffe Hotel

A building with a green door and windows with red and blue panes.
Front of property
A patio with wooden furniture, potted plants, and a view of a red brick building in the background.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with curtains, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with two single beds, a television, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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21 Valley Road, Scarborough, England, YO11 2LY
  • Place, South Bay Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Scarborough Spa
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Peasholm Park
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with a floral wallpaper pattern.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A neatly made bed with patterned pillows, a plaid chair, and a floral wallpaper.

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Four Poster Bedroom)

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a dresser with drawers, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Double Room (Four Poster Bedroom)

  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (sleeps 3)

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a radiator.

Family Room (sleeps 3)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 178 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room (Small Double)

A neatly made bed with a white comforter and pillows, a wooden nightstand with a lamp, a wicker chair, a television, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Double Room (Small Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a window with a view.

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 142 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (Sleep 5)

A hotel room with two single beds, a television, a wardrobe, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (Sleep 5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Scarborough hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Rotunda Museum and Falsgrave. Mecca Bingo and South Bay Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Scarborough Spa - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Peasholm Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • North Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Scarborough Castle - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 13 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Commercial Pub - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Valley Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cask & Keg - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The BellyRub Bar and Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Raincliffe Hotel

3-star Victorian hotel near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Raincliffe Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Scarborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1880
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Raincliffe Hotel offers 14 accommodations with hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 2 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 3 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 3 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.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 2 per day (49 ft away)
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

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.
  • Children 3 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property is also known as

Raincliffe Hotel Scarborough
Raincliffe Hotel
Raincliffe Scarborough
Raincliffe
The Raincliffe
Raincliffe Hotel Hotel
Raincliffe Hotel Scarborough
Raincliffe Hotel Hotel Scarborough

Frequently asked questions

How close is Raincliffe Hotel to the airport?

Raincliffe Hotel is 74.3 mi (109-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 Raincliffe Hotel?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Raincliffe Hotel on Jul 13, 2026 start from $133, 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 Raincliffe Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Raincliffe Hotel.

How close is Raincliffe Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from South Bay Beach and 1.3 mi (6-min drive) from North Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Raincliffe Hotel offer free breakfast?

Raincliffe Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Raincliffe Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Mecca Bingo (10-min walk) and Opera House Casino (15-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Raincliffe Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Raincliffe Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Raincliffe Hotel have a pool?

Raincliffe Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Raincliffe Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Raincliffe Hotel to downtown Scarborough?

Raincliffe Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Scarborough.

Raincliffe Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 207 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 207 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 207 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 207 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 207 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, lovely people and well maintained hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent, family room was ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff & very clean B&B. Breakfast was so good had a full cooked breakfast and was huge.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Room and breakfast all excellent. Lovely friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely, warm. Hosts were fantastic and a cracking breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elliott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Good breakfast. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay, reasonable price, comfortable room, walking distance to seafront and town. Staff were friendly and breakfast was very tasty. Would recommend and stay again thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juliet

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

Great stay

Lovely stay everything just right lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely comfy beds lots of room nice shower, Lovely breakfast and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bedroom was to a good standard, bathroom was smart and immaculate, breakfast was extremely good and the staff were attentive and always to go further if required.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan

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

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel. The owners are very friendly and helpful. Hotel was clean and comfortable. Great choice at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place to stay with good hosts very helpful with things to do and easy to walk to the beach and town 😀
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Will book again.

Room's very clean and comfortable, breakfast also really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Amenities
Great little hotel with a fantastic husband and wife team. Perfect stay. We will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean

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

One night solo stay

One night weekend stay while visiting family. V good traditional hotel. Comfy bed, service excellent & breakfast tasty. Would book again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderfully helpful and we loved the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy walking distance to the sea front / town center. Great room, facilities and breakfast. Owners were very easy to talk to and very helpful. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt

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

Great hotel and staff with attention to detail

Lovely hotel and friendly staff, very clean, decor great and food and drink spot on. Visiting with family to go to Oliver's Mount racing but will definitely use again for a stay in Scarborough X
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome with early check in available
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Great Hotel

Great hotel, very clean, comfortable bed and soft pillows.. owner very nice and friendly and definitely one of the best breakfasts we’ve had.. we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek

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

Scarborough stay

Made very welcome Comfortable bed Excellent breakdast
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Staff & service
It was a comfortable stay in a lovely victorian property. Staff were friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly, clean tidy comfortable rooms. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable, and convenient. Simon and Sarah were wonderful hosts for our two-nights stay. English breakfast and small bar with beer and cocktails made for a delightful stay. Friendly conversations with hosts were an added benefit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

Nice hotel

Nice overnight stay, clean and comfortable with a good breakfast. Zone Parking was £4 for 2 days so cheap enough.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024