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3-star hotels in Scarborough
This shortlist covers 16 three-star hotels in Scarborough, England. It is for travellers who want a mid-range seaside base with strong guest ratings — from couples on a short break to families near the beach or the park.
Staying in Scarborough
Scarborough is a proper seaside resort with two distinct bays. South Bay, around Sandside and Foreshore Road, is arcades, doughnut stalls and gulls bold enough to take food from your hand; in August it is loud from ten in the morning. North Bay is quieter, with sands, a boating lake that has staged model naval warfare displays on selected summer afternoons since 1927, a pagoda island, dragon pedalos and brass bands on Sundays. Away from the front you find the Stephen Joseph Theatre, the Rotunda geology museum built in 1829, and Anne Brontë's grave in St Mary's churchyard on Castle Road.
Most of these hotels sit along the Esplanade and Queen's Parade facing the sea on the South Bay side, or a short way up Columbus Ravine and Valley Road, which is an easy walk from both the front and the station. A few lie on Weydale Avenue further north, and one — Hackness Grange Country House Hotel — is out in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park at Hackness, well away from the seafront. That mix suits couples who want sea views, families who want room for everyone, and walkers or drivers who prefer quiet countryside.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
The Headlands Hotel
16 Weydale Avenue, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet on Weydale Avenue, this 3-star hotel combines free parking and free wifi with a lounge and garden for unwinding after a day out. Family rooms and non-smoking rooms are available, and the 4.9 guest rating from 209 reviews reflects how consistently guests rate their stays. A solid choice for families and couples who want practical comforts and easy parking on a Scarborough break.
See The Headlands HotelThe Almar
116 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Almar on Columbus Ravine keeps a 24 hour front desk alongside free parking and free wifi, useful whether you arrive late or head out early. A terrace, bar and breakfast make it easy to start and end the day without leaving the building. Couples and families will find the non-smoking rooms and family rooms suit longer stays, and 194 guests have rated it 4.9 out of 5.
See The AlmarHackness Grange Country House Hotel
Broxa Lane Hackness North Yorkshire Moors National Park, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Internet access
Why stay hereHackness Grange Country House Hotel sits on Broxa Lane in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, giving guests a garden setting well away from the seafront bustle. The restaurant, bar and terrace are backed by free parking and free wifi, and pets are welcome. It suits couples and walkers who prefer a country house base with 4.8 out of 5 from 437 reviews.
See Hackness Grange Country House HotelThe Palace Hill Hotel
1 Palace Hill, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Palace Hill Hotel occupies 1 Palace Hill, close to the centre, and pairs free parking with free wifi for guests travelling by car. With 210 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, it appeals to couples and solo travellers who want a central, well-run base.
See The Palace Hill HotelRaincliffe Hotel
21 Valley Road, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereRaincliffe Hotel on Valley Road provides a garden and terrace along with a bar, so guests have somewhere to relax on site. Free wifi and free parking are included, and breakfast is served. Wheelchair accessible facilities and luggage storage add convenience. A 4.8 out of 5 rating from 192 reviews suggests couples and families find it a comfortable, well-located choice.
See Raincliffe HotelThe Leeway
71 Queens Parade, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereThe Leeway on Queens Parade offers sea-facing rooms, with a sea view among its listed features, plus free parking and free wifi. A refrigerator and hairdryer in the rooms suit longer seaside stays, and housekeeping keeps everything fresh. Non-smoking rooms throughout make it a good fit for couples who want the coast on the doorstep; 150 guests rate it 4.8 out of 5.
See The LeewayRose Dene
106 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRose Dene on Columbus Ravine stands out for its activity links: golf, fishing, bowling and horse riding are all listed among its facilities. Free parking and free wifi come as standard, and express check-in speeds up arrival. Special diets can be catered for, and non-smoking rooms are available. It suits active couples and families, rated 4.8 out of 5 by 149 guests.
See Rose DeneMiricia Hotel
Rutland Terrace 5, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Why stay hereMiricia Hotel on Rutland Terrace is a small 3-star option with luggage storage for guests arriving with bags before check-in or after check-out. Its 4.8 out of 5 rating comes from 115 reviews. It suits travellers who want a simple, well-regarded base in Scarborough without extra facilities to pay for or navigate.
See Miricia HotelVictoria Seaview
125 Queen's Parade, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereVictoria Seaview on Queen's Parade is a small property with free parking and free wifi, plus housekeeping and towels provided in the rooms. The name points to sea views, and the limited number of rooms keeps the atmosphere quiet. Couples looking for a seafront-adjacent base will appreciate the 4.8 out of 5 rating drawn from 102 reviews.
See Victoria SeaviewThe Boundary
124 126 N Marine Road, Scarborough, United Kingdom
- Wifi
Why stay hereThe Boundary on North Marine Road is a straightforward 3-star hotel with a bar and wifi, making it easy to settle in without fuss. Its position on the seafront road puts the beach within easy reach, and the 4.8 out of 5 rating from 97 reviews shows guests are consistently satisfied. Best suited to couples and solo travellers who want a simple, well-rated base near the sea.
See The BoundaryThe Lysander
22 Weydale Avenue Scarborough Yo12 6Axnorth Yorkshire, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereThe Lysander on Weydale Avenue offers a garden and breakfast alongside free parking and free wifi, with wheelchair accessible facilities available. It is a small hotel, which keeps things calm, and guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 from 62 reviews. Suits couples and families who want a quiet, accessible base with parking sorted before they explore Scarborough.
See The LysanderWeston Hotel
33 34 Esplanade, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereWeston Hotel on the Esplanade sits with the beach nearby and sea views listed among its features. A restaurant and bar, lifts, lounge and free parking make it easy to manage a longer stay, and special diets can be accommodated. With 317 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, it is a dependable pick for families and couples wanting a classic seafront hotel.
See Weston HotelLevante
118 Columbus Ravine Scarborough Yo12 7Qz Uk, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Travelling with pets
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereLevante on Columbus Ravine keeps things simple with a lounge, non-smoking rooms and family rooms, and pets are allowed. DVDs are provided for quieter evenings in. Special diets can be arranged. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 52 reviews, it suits couples, families and pet owners who want an easy-going 3-star stay in Scarborough.
See LevanteHowdale
121 Queen's Parade, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHowdale on Queen's Parade lists a sea view among its features, along with a garden and lounge for guests to use. Free parking and free wifi are provided, and golf is within reach nearby. Housekeeping and non-smoking rooms keep the stay comfortable. The 4.8 out of 5 rating from 65 reviews suits couples seeking a quiet seafront spot.
See HowdalePremier Inn Scarborough
26 Burniston Rd Scarborough North Yorkshire United Kingdom, Scarborough, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Parking
- Lounge
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay herePremier Inn Scarborough on Burniston Road offers a 24 hour front desk, lifts and a restaurant, with free wifi and parking available for guests. Express check-out and wheelchair accessible facilities make arrivals and departures smooth. It is the largest hotel on this list, with 715 reviews averaging 4.5 out of 5, and suits families and business travellers who want dependable, no-surprises accommodation.
See Premier Inn Scarborough
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Headlands Hotel | ★★★ | 4.9 | 209 | Yes | – | – |
| The Almar | ★★★ | 4.9 | 194 | Yes | – | – |
| Hackness Grange Country House Hotel | ★★★ | 4.8 | 437 | Yes | – | Yes |
| The Palace Hill Hotel | ★★★ | 4.8 | 210 | Yes | – | – |
| Raincliffe Hotel | ★★★ | 4.8 | 192 | Yes | Yes | – |
| The Leeway | ★★★ | 4.8 | 150 | Yes | – | – |
| Rose Dene | ★★★ | 4.8 | 149 | Yes | – | – |
| Miricia Hotel | ★★★ | 4.8 | 115 | – | – | – |
| Victoria Seaview | ★★★ | 4.8 | 102 | Yes | – | – |
| The Boundary | ★★★ | 4.8 | 97 | – | – | – |
| The Lysander | ★★★ | 4.9 | 62 | Yes | Yes | – |
| Weston Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 317 | Yes | – | – |
| Levante | ★★★ | 4.9 | 52 | – | – | Yes |
| Howdale | ★★★ | 4.8 | 65 | Yes | – | – |
| Premier Inn Scarborough | ★★★ | 4.5 | 715 | Yes | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For sea views
These five all face the sea. The Leeway, Victoria Seaview and Howdale are on Queen's Parade, Weston Hotel is on the Esplanade, and The Boundary is on North Marine Road. Weston Hotel and Howdale both list a sea view and beach nearby; Howdale also has a garden, so you can sit outside with the water in front of you.
The Leeway · Victoria Seaview · The Boundary · Weston Hotel · Howdale
For families
The Headlands Hotel, The Almar and Levante all provide family rooms and free parking, which helps if you are arriving by car with children. The Headlands Hotel and The Almar are on Weydale Avenue and Columbus Ravine respectively and also offer non smoking rooms. Levante adds a lounge and special diets among its facilities.
For couples
Miricia Hotel on Rutland Terrace and The Boundary on North Marine Road are small, quiet choices, and The Lysander on Weydale Avenue has a garden and free parking. All three are three-star, non smoking and well rated, and none is built around big groups, so the atmosphere stays calm.
With pets or dining
Hackness Grange Country House Hotel and Levante are the only two that allow pets. If you want a restaurant on site, choose Hackness Grange Country House Hotel, Weston Hotel or Premier Inn Scarborough. Weston Hotel also runs a bar and offers special diets, while Premier Inn Scarborough has a 24 hour front desk and lifts.
Hackness Grange Country House Hotel · Levante · Weston Hotel · Premier Inn Scarborough
Where to stay in Scarborough
Columbus Ravine
Columbus Ravine runs up from the North Bay side of town, a quieter street than the front but still within easy reach of the sands. The Almar, Rose Dene and Levante are all here. It is a good compromise between the bustle around Sandside and the calmer north end, and parking is available at all three.
Weydale Avenue
Away from the seafront, Weydale Avenue is a residential street to the north of the centre. The Headlands Hotel and The Lysander are both here, each with free parking and non smoking rooms. It suits travellers with a car who would rather leave the car outside a quiet house than circle the seafront.
Our picks here: The Headlands Hotel · The Lysander
North Yorkshire Moors National Park
Hackness Grange Country House Hotel stands at Hackness in the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, inland from Scarborough. It is the one rural option on this list, with a restaurant, a terrace, free parking and pets allowed. Choose it if you want the moors rather than the beach on your doorstep.
Our picks here: Hackness Grange Country House Hotel
Plan your stay
When to go
Summer is when Scarborough is at its loudest and fullest: in August the arcades along Sandside and Foreshore Road are going from ten in the morning. Selected summer afternoons also bring the model naval warfare display at the North Bay boating lake, a tradition since 1927, which runs the rest of the year free. Outside those months the town is calmer while the moors, the castle road and St Mary's churchyard stay open.
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Questions, answered
Which hotels here have free parking?
Most do: The Headlands Hotel, The Almar, Hackness Grange Country House Hotel, The Palace Hill Hotel, The Leeway, Rose Dene, Victoria Seaview, The Lysander, Weston Hotel, Howdale and Premier Inn Scarborough all list free car parking. Raincliffe Hotel, Levante and The Boundary list parking but not free.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Two do: Hackness Grange Country House Hotel at Hackness and Levante on Columbus Ravine both list pets allowed. No other hotel on this shortlist states that pets are permitted, so if you are travelling with a dog, book one of those two.
Which hotels are best for families?
The Headlands Hotel, The Almar and Levante list family rooms. The Headlands Hotel and The Almar also have free parking and non smoking rooms, and Weston Hotel provides a cot as well as family-friendly dining with special diets available.
Which hotels are closest to the seafront?
The Leeway, Victoria Seaview and Howdale on Queen's Parade, Weston Hotel on the Esplanade, and The Boundary on North Marine Road all face the sea directly. The Leeway, Victoria Seaview, Howdale and Weston Hotel also list a sea view or beach nearby.
Which is the highest-rated hotel on this list?
The Headlands Hotel on Weydale Avenue and The Almar on Columbus Ravine are the top picks, each rated 4.9 out of 5 from 209 and 194 reviews respectively. The Lysander and Levante also score 4.9, from 62 and 52 reviews.
Do any hotels have a restaurant or bar?
Hackness Grange Country House Hotel, Weston Hotel and Premier Inn Scarborough have restaurants. Bars are more common: The Headlands Hotel, The Almar, The Lysander, The Boundary, Weston Hotel, Raincliffe Hotel and Hackness Grange Country House Hotel all list one.