Royal Hotel

Hotels
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Britannia Hotels
7.1 (8539 reviews)
St Nicholas St , Scarborough , GB

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Food quality
Room condition
Hidden charges

Categories

Cleanliness
6.06
Multiple complaints regarding room conditions, including dampness and broken fixtures.
Service
8.53
Staff were friendly but overworked; general service issues noted during peak times.
Location
9.57
Great location, especially for sea views.
Room Quality
6.02
Rooms in poor condition, described as out-of-date with maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.05
Limited amenities and issues with heating; bar closed for events.
Value for Money
7.01
Additional charges for pets and extra fees leave a poor perception of value.
Food and Beverage
5.56
Food quality below average; significant complaints regarding the New Year's Eve meal.
Overall Experience
7.03
Mixed feelings due to location and staff interaction but marred by cleanliness and food issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:47

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience the charm of The Royal Hotel with spacious bedrooms boasting modern bathrooms and complimentary toiletries. Each room features a work desk and tea/coffee facilities for your convenience.

Exquisite Dining Options
Savor delectable dishes from a classic British menu and a diverse wine selection at the Sea View Restaurant. Treat yourself to indulgent afternoon teas in the elegant lounges or the Theatre Bar, all while enjoying complimentary Wi-Fi.

Prime Location
Nestled in a grand period building overlooking South Bay, The Royal Hotel offers easy access to Scarborough Beach and nearby attractions like Scarborough Seafront and Scarborough Harbour. Explore the beauty of North York Moors just a short drive away.

Book your stay at The Royal Hotel for a truly unforgettable experience.

Important information:

There is a surcharge applicable when using the swimming pool.

Please note that this property cannot accommodate hen and stag parties.

Please note that there is no parking available at the hotel.

Please note, we do not accept any cash payments at this property.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: LBA

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 8539 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.06
Service: 8.53
Location: 9.57
Room Quality: 6.02
Amenities: 7.05
Value for Money: 7.01
Food and Beverage: 5.56
Overall Experience: 7.03
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Steven • couple • gb
8
Overall the hotel and staff were very good it was central for shopping and eating out.
Pros:

The breakfast was good with plenty of choice .the room was clean but we could not access it via a lift and was on the second floor room 225.we will go back again.

Cons:

The reception could have been better but we all get tiered

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Sarah • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Very helpful and friendly staff and
Amazing location. Great room with sea view

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • extended_group • gb
4
Sadly disappointed, it like staff just don’t care
Pros:

Location and breakfast

Cons:

Not at all as clean as I expected. Bins hadn’t been emptied from previous guests . No working lights in one friends room. Disability access not great, lifts not working and despite requesting we didn’t get allocated a walk in shower, so did change room to a single but no reduction in price as we paid for a double

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Gabrielle • solo_traveller • gb
8
Central to everything
Pros:

Nothing to dislike. It was clean .the staff friendly and helpful. We are out most of the time so don't use all amenities so can't comment on them but they all seem good

Cons:

As above

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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julie • extended_group • gb
4
Disappointing!
Pros:

The hotel was overall ok with the staff being the main advantage. They were very friendly and helpful and we had no complaints about them at all.
The room was like a prison cell with just a double bed - no room other to get around the bed and into it. There was a window which was very high but this would have made little difference to our view as it was safety glass and opaque.
But we only stayed one night and arrived late- 6pm, so we didn't complain.
We won't stay again.

Cons:

As above

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Erica • solo_traveller • nl
4
Zeer teleurstellende ervaring.
Pros:

Eigenlijk alleen dame bij de bar was vriendelijk

Cons:

Eigenlijk alles....geen beschrijving of uitleg naar dichtstbijzijnde parkeerplaats. Geen hulp bij mijn man in rolstoel omdat we daarvan door de locatie van parkeerplaats afhankelijk waren. Het diner menu in de bar was niet waar we uit mochten kiezen. Het restaurant dat zeezicht heet mochten we niet bij het raam zitten om zeezicht te hebben als vee over paar tafels verspreid met een zeer teleurstellend mini keuze menu waarvan we ook niet op de hoogte waren gebracht.

Ze zijn hun 3 sterren en de naam royal niet waard.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Patten • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The view and location. Staff were nice.

Cons:

Lift was out of order. Towel rail did not work. Seagulls were so noisey from 5am.Earplugs should be offered.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Wayne • couple • gb
8
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Sue • couple • gb
3
Poor standards for the price.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dirty room damp and old
Paid nearly £1000 for 5 nights and it was poor
Cleaners playing music on phones outside your room
Room doesn’t get cleaned or beds made whilst there

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Gallagher • solo_traveller • gb
10
Royal Review
Pros:

We stayed half board. The food was fantastic. We really enjoyed it. 🍲😋 A great hotel and a great stay. I would definitely recommend this hotel. 😊

Cons:

Trying to find the hotel room. It was abit if a jigsaw maze. and parking.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Steven • solo_traveller • gb
4
Couldn't wait to check out and leave
Pros:

Good location..unfortunately the room was dusty, and when in room I was always itching, whether it was fleas , bed bugs,?? Who knows

Cons:

Cleanliness of room

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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andrew • couple • gb
6
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Hogg • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Annmarie • extended_group • gb
1
Not worth the money we paid, staff were not interested when my son went to complai. Will not be staying here again
Pros:

The entrance was stunning

Cons:

The back rooms where we were placed were absolutely disgusting paper peeling from the walls, rubbish in the bins from previous guests and stains on the walls and bedding. Not worth the 119 pound each per couple, my sons room even had the window boarded up which is not acceptable

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Newton • couple • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tamsin • couple • gb
3
Usually have a great stay but this time not so great
Pros:

The location and staff were very friendly and couldn’t do enough to help x

Cons:

When we checked in and got up to our room, I stood in a wet patch which appeared to be animal urine. We told reception and they said they would go up to the room to clean it.

During the night we were disturbed numerous times by loud guests swearing shouting and slamming doors arguing so didn’t have the best sleep.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Ambes • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharman • solo_traveller • gb
8
Very enjoyable
Pros:

Excellent central location.

Cons:

Sash windows need cleaning - need a cherry picker because the room was on the fourth floor of this lovely historic building. Also cobwebs on the high ceiling. Nice spacious room though.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
2
Wouldnt stay again, we paid over £100 to stay 1 night, dont waste your money.
Pros:

The ball room looked amazing,The bar staff were very friendly and chatty, very art decor building , just not kept up to standard and looks ver very run down in places

Cons:

room was awful, dirty and bathroom was mouldy sealant, floor flooded when used shower, sink plud didnt work, extractor fan was not working so melt drains, furniture in bedroom was tatty,light was wonky , tv remote worked the "Fan" paintwork shabby, balkony had a "Food fork" and "Coffee pot" dumped and not cleared away, were given 1 flat pillow, when asked for another the staff were not helpful at all and said "if they had a spare one we could have it" still had to go back after evening drinks to ask again, Also the lift was out and we were on the 3rd floor (Luckily we are fit and could carry our luggage up 3 flights)

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee