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The Royal Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel near Scarborough Open Air Theatre

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Staircase
Family Room Sleeps 4
Beach/ocean view
Rooftop terrace
Fitness facility

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, England, YO11 2HE
  • Place, South Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Scarborough Spa
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(71 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Single Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room Sleeps 4

Family Room Sleeps 4

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Twin Room with Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room Sleeps 3

Family Room Sleeps 3

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Suite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Penthouse Suite

Penthouse Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Sea View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(19 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Scarborough

Steps from the beach.At this Scarborough City Centre hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of South Bay Beach and Rotunda Museum. Opera House Casino and YMCA Theatre are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • South Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mecca Bingo - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Stephen Joseph Theatre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Scarborough Spa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 8 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Olympia Leisure - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wackers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Conservatory - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

3.5-star beach hotel near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 108 square feet (10 square meters) and includes conference space. An indoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at The Royal Hotel.

This 3.5-star Scarborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 159 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 108 sq ft of conference space
  • 10 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1830
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
The Royal Hotel offers 159 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. This Scarborough hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 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 within 0.25 miles (GBP 8 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 to 12 for adults and GBP 6 to 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 25.00 per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • 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 12.00 to 12.00 for adults, and GBP 6 to 6 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.00 per day (1312 ft away)
  • Pet deposit: GBP 25.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
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, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Property is also known as

Royal Hotel Scarborough
Royal Scarborough
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Scarborough
The Royal Hotel Hotel Scarborough

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Hotel to the airport?

The Royal Hotel is 74.5 mi (114-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 The Royal Hotel?

As of May 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on May 28, 2026 start from CA $91, excluding 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 The Royal Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from South Bay Beach and 13-minute walk from North Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at The Royal Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between GBP 12.00 and 12.00 for adults, GBP 6 and 6 for children. It's available on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Opera House Casino (4-min walk) and Mecca Bingo (6-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Royal Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Royal Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel have a pool?

The Royal Hotel features an indoor pool.

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Royal Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Royal Hotel to downtown Scarborough?

The Royal Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Scarborough.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 341 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 150 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 98 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 111 out of 1002 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent. After an issue with our girst room we were given a replacement room of equal standard with no troubke at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

mandy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not book this hotel !!!!! Room was horrendous I have stopped in some poor hotels in past but this is by far the worst chewing gum stuck on bathroom floor bins not emptied mould all over , we had a baby with us and wouldn’t stay in this so had to travel back home !!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Celmira

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Shona

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolute filth 🙈 Wouldnt recommend staying here at all and will never stay again. Complained about the state of our room (bed dirty, damp and the kettle with black bits inside) took over an hour for someone to go up and sort what they could. Was told there was no other rooms however when looking online there was rooms. Spoke to multiple other guests who had the same and had moved to 1 - 3 different rooms. Cleaners want sacking. They make it look tidy but dont actually clean. Entertainment was 30mins long and that was your lot. 🙈 all the floors are slanted and not level. Needs a massive renovation to be honest. First hotel i have ever been to where the receptionist doesnt asks how your stay was or says they hope you enjoyed your stay, which says it all to me. FIND SOMEWHERE ELSE!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

lea

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Alma

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The entry and main hall was just beautiful, I even took pictures so beautiful it was. I would not mind the room was old, u could see where the water was leaked in, but crumbs on the floor everywhere even hallway and smushed mirror and cobweb on the sealing, no thank u. Chair dirty from some coffee or milk spill didn’t leave good impression. Again, didn’t mind old fashion room, I very much liked it but the dirt, that was shame for the hotel. As in room so in hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Diane

Loved the room , we had stayed in it before and it has been upgraded and was lovely and warm. The breakfast was good , a really good choice on the buffet. The staff were lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gwynneth

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded to 2 great rooms, staff are great and rooms were clean, love coming here, been a few times.thanks to the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

stephen

Liked: Staff & service
The room was out dated and in need of a little TLC, my room was big a double bed, toilet and bath/shower the only other i would complain about was tje radiators stayed on most of tue night, not everyone feels the cold
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Faultless. Beautiful building inside and out. Pet friendly, staff great. Great location, pubs literally 2 mins down the road. I'l be back soon.
Lounge
Arcades
Grand Entrance / Hallway
Rogers 4th Birthday
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mansour

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice and historic place Need to maintained
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

vicky

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice big room with a nice sea view. A few things a bit out dated but was good for the price
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Always love staying here
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beutiful building ... Lovely spotless room. V large penthouse suite. Very welcoming and helpful..staff . Definitely will return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely hotel. Room was clean and comfortable and the staff was fantastic.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay again..
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When entering the hotel it looked great all decorated for Christmas but when we got to our room we couldn't of been more disappointed, the dust in the room was unbelievable, marks all over the furniture, the radiators were thick with muck the lights were so dusty in cobwebs , dirty single glazed windows, we didn't even bother using the bathroom apart from the loo, told the kids to keep their shoes on, they did offer us another room but it wasn't much better, slept badly because of this as felt uncomfortable, I will not be going back unfortunately as it's great location to the beach, the staff were friendly also just cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We booked two nights there with breakfast included, and paid . According to the sheet the hotel gave us, breakfast was served from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM. However, on the second day, when we went for breakfast at 9:30 AM, they told us breakfast ended at 9 and didn’t even allow us to take a coffee, even though there was no note on the sheet indicating that breakfast would be served only until 9 when the hotel is quiet, so that we would know. Since I had booked the hotel, I was very embarrassed in front of my partner, unfortunately.Also, they didn’t come to clean our room; they only gave us towels, and we had to make the bed ourselves. The coffee maker didn’t work either.But the room was spacious and nice, and had a good view, and also the water pressure and the bathtub were excellent.and the staff were polite. Any way thank you .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had a great stay at the royal , the lobby is stunning and has a real nice feel to the hotel - rooms basic but clean - would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Although the room on the 5th floor was spacious, we felt like we were in an attic! Good view from the window but we couldn't see it much due to the single bed placed under the window. The bed wasn't that comfy although spacious but the sheets weren't long enough and kept sliding down from the pillows. The hotel is splendid downstairs and was very festive but the bedrooms need updating as do the en suites. We found the man who gave us our room robe pleasant but apart from a cleaner, we had no conversation with anyone. On leaving the hotel we handed in the key and there was a quick thank you. I wouldn't return as i found it expensive for the room. They desperately need to update upstairs. staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025