The Royal Hotel

Beach fun in indoor pool, near South Bay Beach

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Dates

July 2025

August 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Room service
Bar
Pool

Explore the area

St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, England, YO11 2HE

South Bay Beach
‪1 min walk‬
Scarborough Spa
‪9 min walk‬
Scarborough Open Air Theatre
‪3 min drive‬

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Room options

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Very good

161 sq ft
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room

Wonderful

Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Family Room

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Exceptional

190 sq ft
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Excellent

161 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

Located in Scarborough City Centre, The Royal Hotel is adjacent to South Bay Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like North Bay Beach. This 159-room, 3.5-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like an indoor pool and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

South Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Scarborough Spa - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
North Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Peasholm Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪McDonald's Scarborough - ‬3 min walk
‪Olympia Leisure - ‬3 min walk
‪Tricolos - ‬3 min walk
‪Scarborough Flyer Scarborough - ‬1 min walk
‪Black Lion - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Beach fun in indoor pool, near South Bay Beach

Guests staying at The Royal Hotel enjoy an indoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include conference space, a terrace, and a banquet hall.

Guests can enjoy TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, hair dryers, and ironing boards. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Breakfast available

$45 nightly

Jul 13 - Jul 14

Total includes taxes and fees

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 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

Restaurants on site

Sea View Restaurant

Things to do

Indoor pool
TV in common areas

Family friendly

Indoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Wedding services

Business services

108 square feet of conference space
4 meeting rooms

Outdoors

Rooftop terrace

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

5 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1830
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Limited room service
Tea bags/instant coffee

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 25.00 per stay
Dogs and cats only
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 12.00 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 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

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.

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 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

Are free cancellation options available at The Royal Hotel?

The Royal Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Jul 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Jul 13, 2025 start from $59.54, 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.

What's there to see close to The Royal Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Scarborough City Centre within a short 3-minute walk of South Bay Beach and also 13 minutes on foot from North Bay Beach. You'll also find Scarborough Open Air Theatre and North York Moors National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Royal Hotel have a casino on the premises?

No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about The Royal Hotel?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Hotel?

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

Does The Royal Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Royal Hotel serves a full breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Sea View Restaurant.

Does The Royal Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Royal Hotel for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night. A deposit of GBP 25.00 per stay is collected.

Does The Royal Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at The Royal Hotel.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Mar 31, 2025

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

Good 👍

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Mar 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

K

Mar 26, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Carole

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Very convenient for the seafront and shopping. The food is really good when its waitress service and the staff couldn’t be more friendly. However when the evening meal is buffet style the standard goes down, probably because of the amount of people they are serving. The starter was really good when a set menu but very poor when buffet style. The breakfast was really good every morning even though it was a buffet. The staff were super helpful and friendly in the bar and restaurant. The hotel is Victorian with the main areas well decorated. However our room was really tired and not clean enough, the room edges were covered in dust. It was a bonus to have a mini bar fridge in the room. We had a dog with us and I’m guessing this is why we had a really old room. however we’ve been to many other dog friendly hotels and have had some wonderful rooms. I recommend that you book direct with this hotel as we booked with a supposedly ‘best price’ company and paid considerably more than charged by the hotel directly.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard, Leeds

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antony

Traveled with partner

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Amenities

Waited to long at reception to book in had to go looking for a staff member . Toilet system took too long to fill up and TV kept loosing signal and no biscuits in the room

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Mar 23, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Arrived at hotel seen to by a lovley gentleman, unfortantly the rooms hadnt been cleaned. However concierge offered upgrade for free so cant complain. Dealt with professionally. Rooms need a major upgrade all outdated but fantastic lobby and bar with the classic english look. Would stay again as it beats the sister hotel the grand.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner

Mar 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The architecture is amazing. I can imagine Ladies and Gents in elegant dress strolling around the hotel in days gone by.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Traveled with partner

Mar 20, 2025

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

Had a lovely few days,room had a sea view which was a nice surprise.breakfast very nice all staff very helpful be back soon

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Mar 17, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Traveled with family

Mar 15, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Spring treat

Wasn't bad but not great for disabled. 1 of lifts was broken. Theres a disabled door at the left from the entrance. Go up slope n you gotta try n hold door while dragging yourself in a wheelchair up the slop. If door opened on its own be good. Clip broken to keep door open. And that side lift was broken. Had problem with the slope n door on both our stays

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Business traveler

Mar 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Mar 13, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not for us

Went here instead of the grand to try, dont get me wrong we knew not to expect anything just like we do at the grand.. cheap cheerful somewhere to change and sleep.. arrived and was booked in very quick. Went to the room and first look seemed ok till we looked at the bed, unfortunately mattress protector was covered in some stain which you could tell hadnt been washed, same marks also on pillow cases. Then the mattress itself was i can only explain as the 25 quid mattress you get for a 2 year old the blue ones. I wouldnt of been bothered but laying on it ment you had springs in your back. The marks totally put me and my partner off it was simply disgusting. Ceiling looked as though it was caving in and so did the walls. Reception was good was going to sort it but i asked for a room change couldnt stay in there. Room.was a downgrade as such haha not sea view no settee smaller room but the bed was better. Unfortunately its the last time we go here. Knowing its old, it does smell old and fusty too which was not nice. Back to the old grand we go dont get me wrong either thats not great but one thing is the bed has always been clean and comfortable.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler

Mar 11, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Mar 9, 2025

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

Good location beautiful old hotel

Enjoy staying here hotel is in a good spot, room was clean bed was comfortable, staff were friendly and helpful, we parked next to the grand hotel got a pass from reception cost £8

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

andrew

Mar 8, 2025

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

just returned from a short stay at the royal hotel scarborough had an excellent room on third floor with a sea view very comfortable room.clean and warm

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Shell

Mar 6, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing stay. Stay away.

The reception staff were excellent. Very professional and very polite. However, the room wasn't upto standard. The bed was uncomfortable and broken. Both myself and my wife, have been bitten by either bed bugs or fleas, as the hotel is a pet friendly hotel. The heating was on full and turned the room into a sweat box. There was an alley way at the back of the hotel, which kept my wife awake during the night. The bath had mold around it and was very unclean. The shower gel despenser was empty. We were supposed to stay 2 nights, but after the first nights sleep, we decided to come home. Very disappointed with the stay overall, as the hotel looks a beautiful building on the inside.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

pauline

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Steven

Mar 3, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Room dusty, was itching and scratching most of visit from what , only the mind boggles ...bed was very hard and uncomfortable..totally spoilt my break and ended up cutting my losses and checked out a day early and cut my trip short

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne Alice

Mar 2, 2025

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

Break away from bigotry

This is one of my favourite hotels to stay in Scarborough despite it being owned by the Britannia group of hotels . Where I live there is a lot of bigotry towards LGBTQI + people so I decided to take a break away from local bigots for a few days The lovely reception person saw how stressed and tired I was and as I love a high floor I was upgraded to the Gordon Suite, room 502 on the very top floor of the hotel . Bar a television without an antenna or a remote in the bedroom I had an excellent stay away from people in order to get my stress levels down . I enjoyed the upgrade and was well away from others which was just what I needed. Stayed many times at the Royal and I’d recommend it over the sister hotel the Grand .

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Traveled with family

Mar 2, 2025

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

Horrible stay cheap for a reason

Mould In the rooms, plasterboard in the ceiling dropping because of a leak, huge brown stains on the cieljng from the leak, lots of large holes In the curtains, and very dirty carpet

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Mar 1, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

The Royal Hotel

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Room options

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

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Family Room

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Standard Twin Room

About the neighborhood

Scarborough

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

The Royal Hotel

Languages

Similar properties

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Frequently asked questions

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

Good

7.2/10

8.0/10

7.4/10

6.8/10

7.0/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Verified traveler

8/10 Good

Louise

Louise

8/10 Good

K

K