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About the Hotel

St Nicholas St, Scarborough, YO11 2HE

Close to the beach

Nice

6.7

7.2

/10

4.0

3.0

"Stayed at the Royal Hotel in a family sea view room and it was great."

Jo S from United Kingdom

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"The big grand staircase was stunning .the room was spacious and very comfortable.lovely"

Twotonetony from United Kingdom

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4-Star Historic Hotel in Scarborough

Amenities

The Royal Hotel offers three conference rooms accommodating between 10 to 350 delegates, suitable for business gatherings and events. Guests can enjoy an on-site gym and spa at the Scarborough Gym & Spa, featuring a heated indoor pool, sauna, and steam room. The hotel also accepts pets for a fee of £10 per pet per night, maximizing the comfort for furry companions.

Rooms

The hotel provides various room options, including family rooms with a double bed and bunk beds, accommodating up to two adults and two children. Guests may also choose sea view rooms featuring a larger living area to ensure a relaxing stay. Accessible rooms are designed for comfort, incorporating grab rails and pull cords for ease of use.

Location

The Royal Hotel is located within walking distance to key Scarborough attractions, including Scarborough Beach just a 6-minute walk away. Guests can explore Scarborough Castle, Peasholm Park, and the Rotunda Museum, all easily accessible from the hotel. The central location also allows easy access to the vibrant local dining scene and entertainment.

Dining

The Sea View Restaurant presents a buffet breakfast daily, offering both a full English and a continental selection. For dinner, guests can delight in a Table D'Hôte Menu featuring fresh fish, pasta dishes, and classic comfort foods. The Sea View Lounge & Bar provides a relaxed atmosphere for light bites and afternoon tea with picturesque seaside views.

Weddings & Events

The Royal Hotel accommodates weddings and events, boasting breathtaking sea views and stunning architecture dating back to the 1830s. The hotel's largest ballroom can hold up to 350 guests, making it a fitting choice for large wedding receptions. Various wedding packages are available to cater to different budgets, ensuring a seamless experience for couples.

Highlights

Location: Within walking distance to key Scarborough attractions

Rooms: Family rooms with bunk beds available

Dinning: Sea View Restaurant serving buffet breakfast

Amenities: Scarborough Gym & Spa with indoor heated swimming pool

Events: 3 conference rooms for business meetings

Weddings: Elegant ballroom accommodating up to 350 guests

Location: Great

8.9/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Spa & LeisurePool Time!

The pool, sauna, and steam room are available for a small fee. You can buy armbands and balls. Towels are also available.

Oliver from England

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Room FeaturesSea View!

I had a room with a beautiful sea view. I enjoyed the tea/coffee making facilities and the mini fridge.

Rajesh from India

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DiningLovely Breakfast

The breakfast was lovely. It was cheaper to add breakfast at the hotel rather than booking online.

Isabelle from France

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BedroomSpacious Room

Our upgraded suite included a separate living area. The suite was huge and included a single bedroom off it.

Emily from Canada

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Select your room type

The hotel provides a selection of rooms—doubles, family rooms, and suites—with perks like free cancellation, breakfast options, and great value deals

Single Room
1 person
110 sq. feet
1 Single bed
Bathtub
Heating
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Double Room Sea View
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Bathtub
Heating
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Twin Room Sea View
2 persons
175 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Bathtub
Heating
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Amenities & services

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Facilities: Nice

6.9/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Car park
Off-site car park
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Lift

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Services

Housekeeping
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Dining Onsite

At the Royal Hotel, dining is a treat for the senses, inviting guests to indulge in comforting British dishes while taking in stunning views of the South Bay and St Nicholas Cliff Gardens. The intimate setting promises not just meals, but a delightful escape from the ordinary.

Royal Hotel Scarborough Restaurant photo

The Sea View Restaurant

Classic British

Ambiance

Traditional setting overlooking St Nicholas Cliff Gardens and the picturesque South Bay.

Key Offerings

Enjoy a delightful buffet breakfast featuring both full English and continental options, alongside an extensive selection of traditional and continental-style dishes for dinner. The restaurant also boasts a curated wine list to complement every meal.

Reservation

Not needed

Breakfast: 07:00 - 09:30 (daily), Dinner: 18:30 - 19:30 (daily)

Royal Hotel Location

St Nicholas St, Scarborough, YO11 2HE

Map view

City landmarks

Castle

Scarborough Castle

3500 ft

Park

Peasholm Park

4100 ft

Event hall

The Spa Scarborough

2200 ft

Amphitheatre

Scarborough Open Air Theatre

1.1 mi

Landmark

Freddie Gilroy and the Belsen Stragglers

3800 ft

Aquarium

Sea Life Scarborough

1.4 mi

Landmark

Statue of Queen Victoria

2900 ft

Church

St Marys Church

2900 ft

Church

St Martin on the Hill

2500 ft

Landmark

The Mere

3300 ft

Landmark

The Art Room

3100 ft

Landmark

Hairy Bobs Cave

3500 ft

Landmark

Shuttleworth Gardens

1200 ft

Landmark

South Cliff Clock Tower

4600 ft

Landmark

South Cliff Italian Gardens

4700 ft

Landmark

Holbeck Putting Green

3800 ft

Nearby

Theatre

Stephen Joseph Theatre

1800 ft

45 Eastborough

Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre

1200 ft

Museum

Scarborough Museums Trust

1100 ft

Gallery

Scarborough Art Gallery

1300 ft

Gallery

Tracy Savage Fine Art Gallery

400 ft

Vincent Pier

Diving Belle statue Scarborough

2000 ft

38 Eastborough

Space Myth and Magic

1400 ft

Casino

Opera House Casino

1100 ft

West Pier

Harbour View

1600 ft

6 W Sandgate

Butter Cross

2000 ft

Beach

South Bay Beach

4600 ft

Beach

Scarborough Beach

1600 ft

Restaurants

Scarborough Flyer

200 ft

14 St. Nicholas Street

KFC

800 ft

28 Huntriss Row

Steampuss Cat Cafe

700 ft

22 Bar Street

Pepe Verde

600 ft

35 Huntriss Row

The Conservatory Coffee Shop

500 ft

Newborough

McDonald's

900 ft

11-17 Huntriss Row

Ako Kebab

500 ft

8 St. Thomas Street

The Famous Fishpan

1700 ft

28A Foreshore Road

Explore Scarborough

Experience Scarborough

Scarborough Castle

13 minutes' walk

Historic castle offering panoramic views, exhibitions, and events throughout the year.

Peasholm Park

15 minutes' walk

Beautiful gardens and a boating lake with seasonal events, perfect for relaxation or family outings.

Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre

5 minutes' walk

Museum showcasing Scarborough's rich maritime history with engaging displays and exhibits.

Sea Life Scarborough

25 minutes' walk

Aquarium featuring marine life from local waters and beyond, ideal for families and animal lovers.

North Bay Beach

20 minutes' walk

Family-friendly beach with water sports, sandcastle building, and scenic strolls along the coast.

Wellness at The Spa Scarborough

8 minutes' walk

Relaxation and wellness facilities offering spa treatments and wellness classes for rejuvenation.

Scarborough Flyer

1 minute' walk

Warm ambiance serves classic British pub fare and a selection of ales, ideal for casual dining.

Pepe Verde

2 minutes' walk

Italian restaurant known for its authentic dishes and a cozy atmosphere, popular with locals.

Steampuss Cat Cafe

3 minutes' walk

Unique café offering homemade treats in the company of adoptable cats, perfect for animal lovers.

Scarborough Open Air Theatre

20 minutes' walk

Outdoor venue hosting concerts and events, set against the backdrop of Scarborough's stunning coastline.

The Art Room

10 minutes' walk

Gallery showcasing local artists and hosts various exhibitions; ideal for art enthusiasts and families.

Getting around town

City Centre
Scarborough 4 min · 1000 ft
Airports
Humberside (HUY) 143 min · 59.1 mi
Durham Tees Valley (MME) 150 min · 61.8 mi
Train
Scarborough Train Station 6 min · 1700 ft
Bus
Bus stop 6 min · 1700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:30

Check-out

until 10 am

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 11.95 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:

2012

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

118

Reviews and Ratings

What past guests shared about their stay

Review score

Based on 3 verified reviews

6.0 /10

Nice

100%

Recommend

Cleanliness

6.7/10

Comfort

6.9/10

Facilities

6.9/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.9/10

Location

8.9/10

Staff

7.9/10

Value for money

7.0/10

based on 3431 reviews

2.5/5

Hannah from United Kingdom

Couple

Twin Room Sea View

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: July 10, 2025

6/10

spacious room breakfast variety unwelcoming staff limited view

I was grateful to have received such a spacious twin room sea view, IT WAS so lovely. The breakfast provided offered a lot of variety, appreciated as well.

The staff didn't seem very cute. They seemed to be going through the motions.

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alan from united kingdom

Single

twin room

4 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 21, 2025

6/10

worn decor faulty toilet

the building definitely shows its age. my room, a bit of a maze on the fourth floor, overlooked a rather depressing gap in the structure. the decor was generally worn. furthermore, the bathroom toilet seemed to struggle to function properly.

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Jonathan from United Kingdom

Single

Single Room

3 nights in August 2026

Reviewed: September 15, 2025

6/10

mixed feelings about this hotel

thin walls worn bathroom fixtures

the staff were really friendly and helpful, which i appreciated.

Unfortunately, the room i had, a single room, was quite small. the walls seemed thin. I could hear a lot of noise from the hallway (it was difficult to sleep). also, the bathroom fixtures looked pretty worn.

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