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The Kenton

4.0 star property
Fun on the beach, near Scarborough Open Air Theatre

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Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults 2 children) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults 2 children) | Free WiFi, bed sheets
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Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults 2 children) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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139 Queens Parade, Scarborough, England, YO12 7HU
  • Place, North Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Peasholm Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Scarborough Open Air Theatre
    ‪12 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults 2 children) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults 2 children)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults + 1 child) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Ensuite (2 adults + 1 child)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Private Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

North Bay Beach is within a 5-minute walk of The Kenton while other popular sites like Scarborough Open Air Theatre are within a 15-minute stroll. This 12-room, 4-star guesthouse welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • North Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Peasholm Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • South Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Scarborough Spa - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 19 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watermark Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taylor’s North Bay - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Scarborough Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Albert - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪North Bay Fisheries - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Kenton

Fun on the beach, near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
Guests staying at The Kenton enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a garden. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Helpful staff can provide dry cleaning/laundry services, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage. This beach guesthouse also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs. Coffee makers are also standard.
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
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Terrace

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 10:00 PM) and Monday - Sunday (4:00 PM - 10:00 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 3 and younger (only guests older than 3 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in is between 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Kenton House Scarborough
Kenton Scarborough
Kenton Guesthouse Scarborough
The Kenton Guesthouse
The Kenton Scarborough
The Kenton Guesthouse Scarborough

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Kenton?

The Kenton provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around The Kenton?

This guesthouse is located in Scarborough, a short 4-minute walk from North Bay Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Scarborough Open Air Theatre. You'll also find Peasholm Park and Scarborough Cricket Club less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Kenton?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does The Kenton have a casino on the premises?

No, The Kenton doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Kenton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Kenton?

At this beachfront guesthouse, couples will appreciate amenities like a bar and a terrace plus some accommodations include bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Kenton?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does The Kenton have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Kenton doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Kenton allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Kenton.

Are there connecting rooms at The Kenton?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Kenton?

No, at The Kenton, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

The Kenton Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 218 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jane

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

Clean, quiet & convenient

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very smart interior. All amenities their. wi.fi. Fan in room very welcome. Easy to get to north beach or to walk to town or south beach. Very informative member of staff greeted us. Everything very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Didnt like the communal toilet and.showet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Friendly owner,quiet and peaceful. No hot water for shower
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property was excellent with good parking. Kettle and biscuits provide.Only coment is that it is called a b&b but it does not provide a breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good comfortable room for a single traveller, and relatively cheap too
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polytimi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I asked for a room with en-suite and was upgraded to a lovely family room. I was able to store my bike safely indoors too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay thankyou
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Give this one a miss

Room was at the top of the hotel, up lots of very narrow stairs, very basic room which felt more like a spare room, hotel is definitely not a 4 star, struggle to be a 2 Room was very dated and small things werent right, the bedside light fitting was ver loose, the ceiling had decor missing, the wallpaper is like something out of the eighties, the room was tiny, cold and very unwelcoming, the only thing this hotel provided above a 2 star was the toilet roll. Even the water cups were white plastic vending machine type. We wont be going back I understand that you get what you pay for but we were still very much overcharged. The only positive was the young lady that welcomed us, she was very polite and cheery.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alec

I'm an oap and put on the top floor, no lift
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

stella

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Poor run down area very bad experience as an obvious lodger was very rude screaming at us to move our car despite us having checked we were ok to park,certainly won’t be back
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent enough place to stay. Showing it's age in places but overall clean and tidy. Staff were friendly. Easy to check in, and I set off early the following morning - leaving the keys in the box in the hallway. Very convenient for the town centre and seafront if you don't mind a few minutes walk. Variety of restaurants nearby, even before you reach the town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amy the host was first class and even upgraded my room after she had found out i had a bad day with my car breaking down and she also waited for me well after the time i was supposed to check in. Great room, great location and top customer service. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host mini fridge in ro large TV excellent lounge/bar. No breakfast provided was a minus
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

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

Handy for all attractions in Scarborough

We had a great overnight stay. Our room was spacious and comfortable, and very clean, with a fantastic view over the North Bay. It is in a very handy position for both bays and also Peasholm park or the Open Air Theatre. It’s only a short walk to the town centre and station. Handy parking outside and a very easy check in process. We will certainly book again next time we come to Scarborough. We saw a wonderful sunrise from the bedroom window and got some great pics😊
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Check in and parking was easy. The property was very clean. The old sash window rattled when open so I had to shut it which made the room warm.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Wiktor

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024