Palace Hill Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (512 reviews)
1 Palace Hill , Scarborough , gb

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Smoke alarms
Key access
CCTV outside property
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and well-maintained rooms
Friendly and helpful staff
Great central location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Lack of on-site breakfast
Small bathroom in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
9.36
Most reviews emphasized cleanliness and well-maintained rooms.
Service
9.83
Consistently described as friendly and helpful by guests.
Location
9.87
Frequent mentions of excellent central location.
Room Quality
9.32
Rooms are consistently described as comfortable and well-furnished.
Amenities
8.85
Amenities were mentioned positively, though some guests noted a lack of breakfast.
Value for Money
9.31
Guests appreciated good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.86
Breakfast not available on-site; nearby cafes available.
Overall Experience
9.83
General sentiment indicates a very favorable overall experience, with many plans to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:55

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Palace Hill Hotel, located just steps away from Scarborough’s South Bay Beach, seamlessly blends 18th-century features with contemporary amenities. Each room boasts traditional furnishings, private bathrooms, and some even feature charming wooden beamed ceilings.

Convenient Facilities

Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the property and take advantage of the designated smoking area. Additionally, free parking permit scratch cards are provided for nearby public parking, ensuring a hassle-free stay.

Explore Scarborough

With Scarborough town centre, Sea Life Centre, Rail Station, and the Castle in close proximity, the hotel serves as the perfect base for exploring all that Scarborough has to offer. Book your stay now to experience a delightful blend of history and comfort at Palace Hill Hotel.

Important information:

Please be aware there are 12 steps leading up to the hotel, please contact the Palace Hill Hotel for instructions on how to avoid these if necessary.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: LBA

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 512 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.36
Service: 9.83
Location: 9.87
Room Quality: 9.32
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 9.31
Food and Beverage: 8.86
Overall Experience: 9.83
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Demi-Leigh Harding • couple • gb
10
Fantastic location, very clean and tidy.
Pros:

The location was great. 2 minute walk to the sea front.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Hoskisson • couple • gb
10
The stay was perfect, from the hotel to Scarborough itself it couldn’t have been a better getaway.
Pros:

Whole property was spotless, room wS absolutely brilliant had everything we needed and was restocked & cleaned daily. Adam was brilliant, super friendly and helpful. Will 100% be back and would recommend this place to anyone!

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee
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Donna • couple • gb
9
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
• couple • br
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Juliet • couple • gb
10
Value for money luxurious hotel in great location.
Pros:

Great location. Spacious and luxurious double room. Cleaned every day during stay. Very comfortable bed.
Provided with ear plugs due to noise from seagulls in early morning. Parking permit given for parking nearby.

2026-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Craddy • couple • xx
9
Pros:

Exceptionally clean, nice rooms and brilliant location
This is a very nice place to stay

Cons:

The walls are a little thin so we did feel like we had to be very quiet

2026-03-29 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The room was spotless we stayed in a small double it was very cosy everything we needed location excellent will be visiting again the guy was very friendly

2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Leigh • couple • gb
10
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • gb
9
Lovely family run hotel
Pros:

Lovely staff who came to greet us and nice spacious room.

Cons:

Shower temperatures varied a lot. Windows not very soundproof. Was provided ear plugs for this though.

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Friendly host.Immaculately clean,comfortable and quiet room.Close to seafront.

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Kayleigh • couple • gb
10
Great place
Pros:

Was lovely and clean had everything we needed, the bed was comfy and the owner was lovely even carried are bags up will deffo visit again

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Lesley • couple • gb
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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wilkins • couple • gb
9
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Anne • extended_group • gb
8
Pros:

Location and lovely adjoining rooms that were well decorated.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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jamie • couple • gb
10
Absolutely perfect
Pros:

Good recommendations

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Maya • couple • gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Booked for parents, both said facilities were lovely and clean, very happy with the staff. Exactly as pictured and great location.

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
9
Good value for money, helpful and pleasant owners Will stay again.
Pros:

The room was very clean and was topped up every day. The owners were very helpful and pleasant. The location was good and the bed was very comfortable and we had a good nights sleep.

2025-12-21 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
10
Shopping trip
Pros:

Everything about it was emmaculate, couldn't fault it,

2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Ladymc • couple • gb
10
2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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Tindall • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Everything good host good hotel and and 5 stars all the wa

2025-11-22 • via Nuitee