The Crescent Hotel

Hotels
9.4 (696 reviews)
1-2 Belvoir Terrace , Scarborough , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Lovely breakfast
Cons:
Inconsistent food quality
Parking difficulty

Categories

Cleanliness
9.54
Rooms are clean as usual, appreciated by multiple guests.
Service
10
Excellent and friendly service mentioned numerous times by guests.
Location
10
Perfect location as noted, near to all key attractions.
Room Quality
9.54
Spacious and warm rooms, well-liked by guests.
Amenities
9.04
Good but limited amenity options mentioned.
Value for Money
9.04
Generally good value but varying experiences with food.
Food and Beverage
8.04
Food quality was inconsistent, with room for improvement.
Overall Experience
10
Overall stay was positive with many repeated visits indicated.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:02

Property Description

Historic Charm and Prime Location
The Crescent Hotel, a Grade II listed building in Scarborough, offers a unique stay overlooking Crescent Gardens and a short walk from South Bay Beach.

Award-Winning Dining and Cozy Atmosphere
Indulge in fresh local seafood and Yorkshire steaks at Reflections Restaurant, or enjoy a more casual meal at the carvery. Don't forget to try the home-cooked crisps at the charming bar on the ground floor.

Comfort and Convenience
Relax in rooms featuring private bathrooms, flat-screen LCD TVs, and luxurious goose-down quilts. With Brunswick Shopping Centre nearby and easy access to North York Moors National Park, The Crescent Hotel is the perfect choice for your Scarborough getaway.

Book now for an unforgettable experience at The Crescent Hotel!

Important information:

The hotel is located on the Crescent Gardens which is next to Pay and Display parking bays. Hotel guests can buy a parking permit from reception on check-in for GBP 8 which covers the entire date of issue until 13.30 the following day. 2 multi-story car parks are adjacent to the hotel, and charges vary.

The hotel has anti-allergenic 100% goosedown quilts, so please use the special request section to inform the hotel of any allergy/dietary requirements.

For bookings of 4 rooms or more, the policy is as follows:

If canceled up to 3 weeks before the date of arrival date, no fee will be charged.
If canceled later or in the case of a no-show, 100 percent of the first night will be charged.

Guests can bring their own travel cot but they must inform the property in advance.

Please note that pets can only be accommodated in some Double or Twin room types, subject to availability and costs GBP 20 per stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £20 per person per stay when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 6 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 696 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.54
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.54
Amenities: 9.04
Value for Money: 9.04
Food and Beverage: 8.04
Overall Experience: 10
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Caroline solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely hotel close to beach
Pros:

The room was spacious and welcoming. The staff were attentive and friendly. Breakfast was lovely and served timely. Lovely stay overall

Cons:

Nothing to dislike. Bar area was starting to look tired could maybe done with a revamp on fixtures and fittings.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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aab8man solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Very friendly staff, clean and comfortable. Tastefully decorated.
Food well cooked and presented.

Cons:

Would have preferred a walk un shower, rather than one over the bath.

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Iain couple gb
8
2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Rgddnzfg Runner1 solo_traveller gb
8
Great location, felt safe and well looked after
Pros:

Breakfast is fabulous, cooked to order and red hot on arrival, very good quality products

Room was clean and decorated tastefully, unfortunately it was very hot but then it was 35 degrees outside so no wonder!

Cons:

nothing

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Paul couple gb
10
Very friendly staff
Pros:

The room was clean, bed very comfortable and great location.

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Elizabeth couple gb
4
Wouldn’t return
Pros:

The location

Cons:

Lift smelled of smoke

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
8
Worked very well for us in regards place and parking- thanks
Pros:

Very comfortable

Cons:

Slight attention to detail on cleaning dusty in places and cobwebs x

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Mhairi solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Morag in the breakfast room is lovely. The hotel is in a great location. The room was comfortable and well appointed. On the whole we enjoyed our stay

Cons:

We had a number of issues. The first room they gave us had an obscure d view of heating vents out a tiny window. The photos on the booking showed either 2 windows or a big window. Also it specifically said view. Chris was lovely about this and said due to being fully booked he could move us tomorrow. We were happy with this. However when I went to ask for shower gel ( 3 times we were told there was a dispenser on the wall which there wasn't) the manager appeared and said i hear you are not happy with your room. We don't want to false advertise. First we never did or would say that and secondly I was asking about shower gel! She then tried to say they don't advertise views and questioned where I had booked and where I had read a view etc. I had to show her my booking. Her tone was unfortunate and she just wouldn't let it go also i didnt appreacite the repeated use of you are accusing us of false advertising.. I wasn't going to bring it up at all.
The hotel is woefully understaffed as you have to hand your key in. Upon return I had to ring the bell and wait for the poor person serving dinner to come and get it. The same at breakfast, hardly any cold buffet, no cutlery, no glasses etc. This is not the staffs fault as they are doing their best. The lady who we got our key from each night had a nice wee chat with us.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Anne couple gb
7
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Very hot room and the window only opened slightly

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Amanda solo_traveller gb
9
Wonderful small traditional hotel with exceptional staff..like stepping back in time!
Pros:

Excellent location and arrived early so parking was good. Unfortunately the outside bar had some very loud music (i thought i was back in a nightclub in the nineties) which was right under our bedroom window and we were advised would be finishing at 7pm ..some 4 hours later. After realising I wouldnt get a snooze with that going on, my husband mentioned it to reception again and by which time a wonderful lady called Ashleigh had come on shift..we were offered a room change immediately. She was on shift the 2 evenings we were there, on reception, serving in the bar and the restaurant ..a true Mary Poppins and nothing was too much trouble. Truly exceptional 👏
The room was lovely, the reception rooms were beautifully furnished, and dinner in the restaurant was excellent..highly recommend it!
Breakfast reception lady was also lovely and breakfast choices were good.
If you want to get away from chain hotels and take a trip back in time (apart from that temporary outside noise violation ) then is the hotel for you.
I would definitely return..

Cons:

Music from outside bar..not in keeping with the feel of the hotel
The room and corridors were extremely hot ( I know we are having exceptionally warm weather currently) but good fans in rooms as standard would help. We asked for one but it doubled as a heater and so not the best for quiet cooling. It didnt help that only one of the sash windows opened.
Also no fridge in the room..its a nice touch having a small one to just put your milk in (much needed if you drink as much tea as I do!)

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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sctaylor22 Couples
10
A great hotel!
Pros:

Just stayed at the Crescent Hotel in Scarborough (after being let down badly by the Central Hotel and not informed by Booking.com that my booking had been cancelled until I was actually in Scarborough) The Crescent Hotel saved the day and sorted us out. The staff were brilliant, especially Margot-such a wonderful lady. Our room was fabulous, a corner room (22) large and bright and quiet. Thank you for de-stressing me and I would highly recommend this hotel.

2026-07-07 via Tripadvisor
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Michelle solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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stocks solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Everything food good atmosphere good liked the downstairs bar disco daytime band at night great but didnt disturb people who werent interested loved it im 71 by the way

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Richard solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Staff and breakfast were spot in even had a pizza in bar really good and priced well 😋 👌

Cons:

Location for ooen air theatre 20min walk 🚶‍♀️ 👌

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Joanne couple gb
8
Lovely clean room. Bed was super comfy, plenty of extra bedding if required, towels were in no short supply either. Supe
Pros:

Location, it has its own entertainment, bar/restaurant, staff were so helpful, friendly and welcoming.
Items in the room such as Iron with full size board and hairdryer.

Cons:

I would just say, for the price I would have expected things such as holes in the walls down in the dining area to have been filled. Its a bit of filler, sanding and touch up with paint. Doesnt take much. Thats down to the owner though, no reflection at all on the lovely, hardworking staff who were on shift.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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ADAM couple gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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warren couple gb
10
The whole experience had a personal touch where you were made to feel very welcome.
Pros:

The whole stay was very pleasant and enjoyable. All the staff were extremely helpful, friendly and efficient. The breakfast which was included in the price was excellent with a buffet and a wide choice menu for a freshly cooked breakfast. The service was swift. The whole experience had a personal touch where you were made to feel very welcome. We will certainly stay at this hotel on our next visit to Scarborough.

Cons:

There was nothing that I didn't like about the hotel.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Caribbeanfanuk Couples United Kingdom
10
The Crescent is highly recommended.
Pros:

Anyone wanting a good hotel in Scarborough, The Crescent is a period property, centrally located, close to beach, shopping & bars. It was a busy weekend, due to armed forces day & 2 concerts at the open air theatre. Parking wasn’t an issue. On arrival, we easily parked on the crescent & had a permit from the hotel for £8 per day.
We stayed for 2 nights in the Belvoir room, large bedroom with floor to ceiling windows & a set of french doors opening to a small railed balcony overlooking the crescent gardens. Large bathroom with shuttered floor to ceiling windows for privacy if required.
We used the public bar one afternoon & also the hotel bar for a good night tipple on returning late from the theatre.
Breakfast delicious 😋 & friendly attentive staff too 😍
We wouldn’t hesitate to stay again & it would certainly be our first choice if we were ever return to Scarborough!

2026-06-30 via Tripadvisor
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Helen couple gb
8
Fantastic stay will be staying again!
Pros:

Great location , beautiful building and fantastic staff. The bar attached is fantastic too.

Cons:

The room was really hot but it was a heatwave!

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Louise couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee