Grand Hotel Scarborough

3.0 star property

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

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

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

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

Family Sea View Sleeps 4

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

Family Room Sleeps 4

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

Standard Twin Room No Window

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

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

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

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

Standard Twin Room

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

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

Located in Scarborough City Centre, Grand Hotel Scarborough is adjacent to Rotunda Museum and within a 5-minute walk of South Bay Beach. This 413-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

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

Grand Hotel Scarborough features free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a conference center. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a library, a terrace, and a vending machine.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

  • Premier Restaurant
  • The Harbour Lights

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1863
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Property is also known as

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough
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Scarborough Grand Hotel
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Britannia Grand Hotel
Britannia Grand
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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Grand Hotel Scarborough provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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.

What's there to see close to Grand Hotel Scarborough?

This hotel is situated in Scarborough City Centre, just steps from South Bay Beach and Rotunda Museum, and within a short walk of Scarborough Spa. You'll also find Scarborough Open Air Theatre and North York Moors National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 9 per day (discounts available).

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough feature a casino?

No, Grand Hotel Scarborough doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Grand Hotel Scarborough good for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 restaurants, proposal/romance packages, and 2 bars/lounges.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Grand Hotel Scarborough has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Grand Hotel Scarborough for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per stay.

Does Grand Hotel Scarborough have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Grand Hotel Scarborough?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Grand Hotel Scarborough.

Grand Hotel Scarborough Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 251 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 138 out of 1345 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 222 out of 1345 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Absolutely spot on for the miney paid and couldnt grumble at all really. Hotel could do with a luck of paint and windows cleaning, but apart from that cant say a bad word
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Beautifully decorated for Christmas and attentive staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025