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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Scarborough, UK

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A grade II listed 18th century building, The Windmill is located in Scarborough. It offers free WiFi access and is nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac less than 5 minutes' walk from the town centre. With free limited parking, Scarborough Train Station and Stephen Joseph Theatre are also less than 4 minutes' walk away.

Location perfect for exploring, handy for station too.. Loved the building and the atmosphere, lovely to see part of Scarborough's heritage intact.Hosts were great very helpful and interesting, staff pleasant and obviously happy working at the Windmill. Will visit again.

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9.6
Exceptional
472 reviews
Price from
US$144
per night

The Helaina is a 5-minute walk from Scarborough’s beaches, harbour and town centre. With free WiFi throughout, this award-winning bed and breakfast offers views across the North Bay and is a short drive away from the vast North York Moors National Park.

Very nice and clean room. Breakfast was very good.

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9.3
Superb
688 reviews
Price from
US$137
per night

Situated in Scarborough, the family-run Almar hotel is just 2 minutes’ walk from Peasholm Park and 5 minutes from the sandy beach. It has a bar, free parking, and free Wi-Fi.

Each room has a private en suite bathroom, and is furnished in a modern style. Guests can make use of a flat-screen TV in their room, and there are facilities for making tea and coffee.

Another wonderful stay at the Alma. Our second stay and we weren't disappointed. We stayed in the newly refurbished room 9, well done John & Julie, what a transformation. We loved the bar for socialising and met some lovely people. As always John and Julie were fantastic , nothing was too much trouble, always had a smile on their faces. John, yet again breakfast was unbelievable and apologies as on the last morning it did defeat me lol. Can not wait to return. Keep doing what you're doing because your doing it spot on.

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9.6
Exceptional
632 reviews
Price from
US$69
per night

Mansion House is superbly placed on Scarborough’s lovely Esplanade, with stunning sea and harbour views, friendly staff, free WiFi and free public parking nearby the property.

The 200-year-old Mansion House has fresh flowers and antiques and en suite bedrooms with digital flat-screen TVs. Some of the rooms benefit from sea views.

Our most favorite place to stay in Scarborough. Located on the hill above the Scarborough Spa, with a fantastic views to the sea and the city. Excellent breakfast, feeling like at home.

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9
Superb
942 reviews
Price from
US$128
per night

This Victorian guest house is near the South Cliff, less than a mile (1.1 km) from Scarborough Rail Station and the town centre. It has en suite rooms and free on-street parking nearby.

The Cordelia is situated in a quiet area, close to the Scarborough Spa Complex. The beach, the Stephen Joseph Theatre and the shops of the town centre are a short walk away.

One of the best places we have stopped in. Very clean, staff were brilliant and very polite. Breakfast was amazing 👌

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9.5
Exceptional
240 reviews
Price from
US$107
per night

Situated in Scarborough, 6.7 km from The Spa Scarborough, The Mayfield Seamer features accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 7.2 km from Peasholm Park.

Room was exceptional, clean and modern facilities. Staff excellent and friendly, and breakfast was lovely. We would happily stay there again and probably will with our friends. Please pass on our thoughts.

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8.6
Fabulous
1,429 reviews
Price from
US$97
per night

The award-winning Riviera Town House is in a stunning central location in the heart of Scarborough, and offers Visit England 4-star bed and breakfast accommodation. Restaurants, cafes, theatres, South Bay Beach, Spa Conference Centre and town centre are only metres away.

The bed was so comfortable I'm going out to buy a new mattress for home 😄

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8.4
Very good
1,027 reviews
Price from
US$124
per night

Situated on the edge of the North Riding Forest Park, East Ayton Lodge is a family-run hotel set amongst 3 acres of land. It is less than 5 miles from Scarborough and has a restaurant, a bar and a conservatory overlooking the secluded gardens.

Gorgeous location. Spacious, comfortable, warm and welcoming rooms. Fantastic food! Dog friendly!!!! Great places to visit nearby.

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8.4
Very good
1,503 reviews
Price from
US$113
per night

Overlooking Scarborough's Harbour and South Bay, The Grand is a Victorian hotel with sea views. The Grand has evening entertainment 365 days of the year in its stunning Cabaret Ballroom.

Built in 1863 The Grand Scarborough was designed around a theme of time. Seasons, months, weeks and days are symbolised in the 4 towers, 12 floors, 52 chimneys and originally 365 bedrooms.

I've stayed here a few times in the past couple of years and I was very impressed with the room standard this time, well done to the staff

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5.4
Review score
13,694 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

With views of South Bay, The Crown Spa Hotel features a luxury leisure centre and a European restaurant. This hotel offers parking permits at a seasonal surcharge and WiFi, and Scarborough centre is a 10-minute walk away.

Loved the hotel and the staff were fantastic

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7.6
Good
4,458 reviews
Price from
US$68
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews
    This was our second visit to this lovely property in a great location. The living, kitchen and dining area are one of the best we’ve visited. I love the interior design, big windows with a sea view. Sally the host is very responsive and very accommodating.
    Zoe
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$300.63
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 85 reviews
    Location, interior design
    Jennifer
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$192.21
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 470 reviews
    This is a beautiful boutique hotel, in a lovely setting.
    Julie
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews
    Stunning property location sea views from the balcony beautifully designed high end holiday home spacious immaculately presented great owner communication Highly Recommended
    G
    Graham
    Family with young children
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 48 reviews
    Lovely apartment and very well designed. Owners are so lovely and communication was fantastic. The little touches in apartment were great: a dog box which included treats, towels, wipes, poo bags! Kitchen was fantastically equipped for cooking and also included extras like milk, salt, spices, coffee, tin foil etc. There was an iron, vac, hairdryer also at the property. I couldn’t recommend the place highly enough and total value for money. Thanks for a great stay 😊
    Judy
    Family with young children
  • 9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,420 reviews
    Stunning design and central
    Benjamin
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,955 reviews
    Lovely old hotel with a stunning location. Huge bedroom with a sea view from the big bay windows. Clean and well appointed. Parking right outside, free with a pass from reception. Every member of staff were met was very friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, and efficient. Public areas have been recently redecorated and look very stylish and comfortable. Didn’t get chance to use the swimming pool but it looked clean and attractive. I liked that breakfast was table service rather than a self-service buffet.
    Catherine
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 50 reviews
    Clean and tidy beach front property, excellent location with fantastic sea view, modern interior design and fresh bedding .My son loves the board games that provides and using telescope to watch the beach
    A
    Anonymous
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: US$86.68
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 7,238 reviews
    Big rooms and beautiful design, decor and furniture. I especially liked the fake snow hallway.... Leading to Santa's Grotto. Good vegetarian options on the menu. Lovely staff, and my room was unbelievably ready at 12pm, 4 hours before it should have been. Excellent location
    James
    Solo traveller
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 162 reviews
    Beautiful apartment. Modern design and very clean. Smart lock to apartment is perfect idea as you dont have to worry about key. Big fridge and freezer which is really helpful if staying for longer.. Everything what you need for family holiday. We enjoy staying in there feels comfortable and cosy like home ❤️ Highly recommended and definitely will come back. Location is just perfect and stunning sea view from double bedroom 😍
    Aleksandra
    Family with young children

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