Royal Hotel
3 stars

Royal Hotel

St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, YO11 2HE, United Kingdom
Scarborough, United Kingdom
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7.1
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based on 2852 reviews
2,852 reviews
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Overview

Situated less than a 10-minute walk from Scarborough Railway Station, Royal Hotel Scarborough provides guests with a convenient base while in Scarborough. Some of the facilities provided at this historic 3-star hotel are a Jacuzzi, an indoor pool and a rooftop terrace.

The hotel provides a sauna and a beauty centre in addition to a gym. The front desk operates 24/7 and the friendly staff can recommend sights to visit and provide other tourist information.

All of the modern rooms at Royal Hotel Scarborough are equipped with a hair dryer. There are also honeymoon suites available.

Royal Hotel provides a varied dining experience with Sea View and Theatre. Packed lunches can be prepared on request for guests with day trips planned.

Royal Hotel is situated amongst the area's popular tourist attractions, including Scarborough Castle, North Marine Road Ground and The Spa Scarborough, which are within walking distance. North York Moors National Park is in close proximity to the property.

7.1
Good rating
Based on 2,852 verified guest reviews

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Amenities at Royal Hotel

  • Beachfront
  • Fitness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Trash cans

General

  • Window
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee shop

Services and conveniences

  • Conference rooms
  • Business center
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • 24hr front desk

Accessibility and suitability

  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Elevator
  • Accessible by elevator
  • No smoking

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Casino

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Media and entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Family friendly

  • Kids meals

Fitness

  • Fitness center

Reviews of Royal Hotel

7.1
Good
2852 verified ratings
Wonderful
755
Very good
458
Good
455
Okay
260
Fair
352
Mediocre
197
Poor
375

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests frequently mentioned significant cleanliness issues, with dirty bathrooms and unkempt rooms being a common complaint. While the location of the hotel received praise, many felt that the service was lacking and the room sizes were smaller than expected. However, some guests appreciated the value for the price and found the hotel acceptable for short stays.
AI-Generated from customer reviews
Location8 out of 10
Value for Price7 out of 10
Service3 out of 10
Amenities3 out of 10
Room Size2.5 out of 10
Cleanliness1 out of 10
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Location

St Nicholas Street, Scarborough, YO11 2HE

What's nearby

  • Rotunda Museum269 yd
  • South Bay Beach275 yd
  • Opera House Casino343 yd
  • Stephen Joseph Theatre0.3 mi
  • Scarborough Railway Station0.3 mi
  • Scarborough Spa0.4 mi
  • Castle0.6 mi
  • Peasholm Park0.8 mi
  • North Bay Beach0.9 mi
  • North Bay Railway0.9 mi
  • Open Air Theatre1 mi
  • McCain Stadium1.4 mi

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Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 1:00 PM

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January
July
$101
$134
Cheapest month to stay with an average 44% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 68% rise in price.
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Royal Hotel

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Royal Hotel, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and May.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Royal Hotel, plan to stay on a Friday or Sunday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Royal Hotel was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $172, while the most expensive was $172.
  • How long should you stay at Royal Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.
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FAQs when booking at Royal Hotel

  • Why should I stay at this hotel instead of other hotels nearby?

    The Royal Hotel is a local landmark of the area, serving guests as a hotel since 1839. It is a unique hotel, with designs that reflect different periods of the year: four towers representing the seasons, 12 floors for 12 months, 52 chimneys for the 52 weeks of the year and 365 hotel rooms for the total days in one year. It was also built in a V-shape to reflect the British monarch of the time, Queen Victoria. It is a Grade II listed hotel that provides a unique experience for its guests.

  • What’s the best way to get to the hotel from the airport?

    The closest airport to the hotel is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA). You can access the hotel from the airport either by car or public transport. By car, it’s around 75-80 miles, depending on your route, taking about 2h to travel. If you wish to travel by train, you need to catch transport to York and then travel from there. You can take the airport bus A1 Flyer from Leeds Bradford International Airport to City Square J, in direction of Leeds City Centre. From there, you can catch the Northern Train from Leeds Station to York Station, where you can connect with another train, the Transpennine Express towards Scarborough, stopping at Scarborough Station. From there, the hotel is a short distance of around 0.4 miles away. If you do not wish to walk, you may get off earlier at Seamer Station; you can then connect with Bus 7 towards Scarborough at Byward Drive Stop, alighting at Harcourt Place (Stop X). From there, the hotel is only steps away.

  • What are the business options the hotel offers?

    The Royal Hotel offers a conference venue for business events. The rooms accommodate small and large events, mid-sized exhibitions, meetings, interviews and conferences. The conference venue can fit up to 350 guests, and it provides AV solutions and equipment, high-speed Wi-Fi, flexible layouts, lighting and on-site banquets.

  • What services are offered at the hotel’s spa?

    At The Royal Hotel, there is an array of health and leisure treatments. The on-site gym offers a cardiovascular room and a resistance training room, where you can maintain your fitness while you’re away. After your workout, you may visit the beauty salon’s hairdresser or get a massage. There are on-site relaxation amenities, such as the sauna, the whirlpool and the indoor heated pool with poolside lounges. There are specially trained hotel staff to guide you through the facilities, ensuring a safe and enjoyable visit. While you’re working out or relaxing after, you can keep your valuables safe and close by with the spa lockers.

  • What accessible services does the hotel provide?

    The Royal Hotel provides accessibility services to ensure a comfortable and safe stay for its guests. There is wheelchair access to the entrance of the hotel with a buzzer to call reception, lifts to the hotel rooms and ramps to allow access to the on-site restaurant and hotel bar. The hotel offers four accessible rooms, each fitted with grab rails in the bathrooms.

  • Where is Royal Hotel located?

    Royal Hotel is located at St Nicholas Street in Downtown, 0.3 miles from the center of Scarborough. Rotunda Museum is the closest landmark to Royal Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Royal Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 1:00 PM at Royal Hotel.

  • Does Royal Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Royal Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Royal Hotel from the airport?

    Royal Hotel is 44.5 miles from Darlington Teesside Intl. Royal Hotel is 48.8 miles from Grimsby Humberside.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Royal Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Royal Hotel in Scarborough and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Royal Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Royal Hotel.

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Distance to city center

7.5
0.3 mi

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