Hoping to explore some of the city’s impressive green spaces and natural scenery? If so, select a hotel next to Peasholm Park, a public park that is surrounded by gardens and has a small lake. The Park Manor Hotel is an affordable choice that is only a 3-minute walk from the park and less than a 10-minute walk from the Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

If you’re interested in learning more about Scarborough’s local history, pick a hotel near the Rotunda Museum, such as the straightforward Mount Hotel, which is located a 2-minute walk away. The Rotunda Museum is set in a building that dates back to the early 1800s and features a variety of exhibits related to the region’s archaeology and geology.

For travellers that would like to spend their trip sunbathing by the ocean, choose a hotel next to South Bay Beach, a beach that is known for its soft sand and calm water. The Grand Hotel Scarborough is only a 3-minute walk to South Bay Beach and is set in a historical Victorian home.

Looking for a family-friendly activity that will keep the kids entertained during your holiday? Make sure to book a hotel next to the North Bay Railway, such as the budget Clifton Hotel located a 5-minute walk away. This railway consists of small steam engines that allow guests to travel throughout the city and learn about the railway system.

To do some golfing during your visit to Scarborough, book a hotel near the Scarborough North Cliff Golf Club, such as the Holly Croft located a 3-minute drive away. This 18-hole golf course is open to both members and guests, and has a driving range, clubhouse and popular on-site restaurant.

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The Travelodge Scarborough St Nicholas is an affordable choice that is only a 3-minute walk from the Rotunda Museum and offers both free parking and breakfast for guests. The Crown Spa Hotel directly overlooks South Bay and offers free parking and free WiFi.

The Ambassador is a chic hotel that is less than a 10-minute walk to the beach and has both an indoor pool and spa. The Red Lea Hotel is a traditional Victorian choice that is located directly on the waterfront and has a heated indoor pool that provides guests with views of the garden.

The Bay Norbreck Hotel is a casual choice that is only a 3-minute walk from St Mary’s Church and a 2-minute walk from the historic Scarborough Castle. The Delmont Hotel is a 6-minute walk from St Mary’s Church and an 8-minute walk from Peasholm Park.

The Crescent Hotel is only a 4-minute walk from the Scarborough Art Gallery and a 10-minute walk from the bustling South Bay Beach. The Esplanade Hotel is a budget-friendly choice that is a 6-minute walk to the gallery and a 10-minute walk to the local train station.