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Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

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

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2 bars/lounges
Sundeck
Indoor wedding
Exterior
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

Explore the area

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St. Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough, England, YO11 2ET
  • South Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Scarborough Spa
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room, No Windows

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 3 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Sea View

Family Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 4 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Scarborough

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough places you in the centre of Scarborough, steps from Rotunda Museum and within a short 5-minute stroll of South Bay Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a conference centre. .The buffet restaurant, The Harbour Lights, is open for breakfast and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 9 AM and 10 AM. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Scarborough City Centre hotel, attractions include North Bay Beach and Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

What's nearby

  • South Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Scarborough Spa - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • North Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Peasholm Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Scarborough Open Air Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Scarborough Station - 8 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Olympia Leisure - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scholars - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scarborough Flyer - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough

Fun on the beach, near Scarborough Open Air Theatre
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Scarborough hotel is smoke free.

  • 413 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1863
  • Conference centre
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough offers 413 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Scarborough hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, Latvian, Polish, Russian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 9 AM to 10 AM on weekends; GBP 12.50 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Premier Restaurant
  • The Harbour Lights

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Personal motorised watercraft

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 12 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Built in 1863
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 12.50 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8 per day (62 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP25 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

As of 19 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough on 31 Aug 2025 start from AU$81.13, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Yep, Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough is a short 14-minute walk from North Bay Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing, body boarding and sailing.

Does Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is offered on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 9 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

No, Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Britannia Grand Hotel Scarborough Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 395 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 390 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 289 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 160 out of 1500 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 266 out of 1500 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Don't stay here!

Not good. The hotel foyer is 'Grand' the rest of the hotel is run down and needs renovating. There was no hot water from the taps or shower in our room and after reporting the issue to reception in the morning nothing had changed when we returned to the room in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Ruthanna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 2 nights - managed to have a pleasant stay despite the hotel's many shortcomings. Room was okay; the 6th floor used to be the staff's quarters - take from that what you will! Brilliant view though. Check in was incredibly tedious, took longer than necessary and felt pressured into buying breakfast in advance. Said breakfast was sub par to put it politely. The ladies toilets downstairs were both without locks or handles, and the gents were out of order - a perfect recipe for disaster. The staff had an air of indifference about them. There are no luggage storage facilities post check out and it boggles the mind to fathom that such a "grand" building would not have this option. Speaking of grand, the communal areas are impressive, but one could just pop in off the street and admire them and then stay in any number of better hotels within walking distance. Don't be fooled by its self-proclaimed grandness!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were extremely helpful and considerate. The room was well kept and clean. Amenities were very good for the price.. will most definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Surkhab

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay at this hotel 3 or 4 times a year its the best
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Jean

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful views from the hotel. Room not very clean. Skirting boards and cupboard top very dusty smell in bathroom. Dead flies all over the window sill out side the lift. Manager did not seem to be all that bothered. No information given on arrival about facilities etc
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUSTINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Was Greated from professional Staff Always to help My single bed was amazing bigger than i thought FEEW Sea view amazing I will be returning sometime Price Excellent Thank You team
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soinia

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

Lovey hotell

Brilliant stay enjoyed the bingo.on an evening
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

Forget past grandeur

Terrible they dont store luggage for anyone, they didnt clean the room, shower gel was empty, only little bar of soap, only 1 sachet of coffee, window did not open. Manager doesnt know about customer service. Only positive note dogs are allowed and i saw plenty of them. Forget the past grandeur, they really should not be open.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan Crawford

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very accommodating for us with our 2 dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Harry

Basic room no extra pillows had to use towels inst

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Jodie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was okay. The hotel is very dated. If you arrive during prime check in tome expect to wait at least an hour.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place cant wait to return
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Byron

Liked: Cleanliness

Tired, worn but nice

Old worn hotel. Cheap for a 1 night stay. We were a little worried due to the bad reviews. All in all it was nice. The bath was a little dirty which was rectified straight away. For the money we were very happy. We will stay there again. It certainly is grand inside and can only imagine what it was like in it’s day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom was not acceptable the bath was dirty and toilet was not cleaned it had faeces in the bowl .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ian

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Needs updating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, disappointing room but for the price it’s ok
Scooter Rally
Bank holiday
To the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

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

Short winter stay

I went for a short get away, and it was perfect for what I needed. The hotel was nice and central, it was a decent price and had good facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room allocated to me was spacious and clean.the area was quite and the overall experience was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jay

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I think the ship has long so since sailed on this place being reasonably described as ‘grand’ - say the property and accommodation are dilapidated is an understatement. Firstly, the night receptionist was furious at customers with the audacity to arrive past midnight, despite having paid in advance for two rooms. During this exchange he was further exasperated by another guest pressing the entry bell. This was demonstrated by him looking up at the screen and saying a number of expletives. We made our way to our rooms following signs suggestive of Alice in Wonderland with arrows pointing in every direction. The room smelled very strongly of drains. When we flushed the toilet, a jet of water would erupt from the bath plug. Despite this charming feature, the bathroom smelled much better than the room itself. The reception manager refused to give me the number of my friend’s room despite me having paid for it. They refused to store our bags whilst we ate in the hotel restaurant saying it was against policy. The music in the reception was a bizarre mix of explicit Eurovision entries and dramatic strings strongly reminiscent of sci-fi horror. The carpets looked like they hadn’t seen a vacuum in months. Unsupervised children were running everywhere as their parents were seemingly on a cocktail of class As. Finally it’s almost impossible to park and the entire area is populated by crackheads. Laughably bad.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Tired hotel stuck in the 80s

Fawlty towers on a 'Grand' scale. Impossible to get shower water temperature above tepid, "name's not down, you're not getting in" mentality after I paid for breakfast at check-in - with neither an apology thought about or offered by the server controlling admittance to the restaurant when I returned from reception with the "evidence" I should have been given during check-in the previous day. The room did have fantastic view of the beach and harbour, marred by a balcony littered with cigarette butts - strange for a non-smoking hotel, sending a very wrong message. Tired and of it's time, unfortunately, because it has a fantastic heritage and atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025