The Esplanade Hotel

Hotels
7.5 (310 reviews)
Belmont Road , Scarborough , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Packed lunches
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Kid meals
Evening entertainment
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cleanliness
Spacious rooms
Affordable pricing
Cons:
Dated rooms
Limited amenities
Basic food options

Categories

Cleanliness
7
The hotel was described as very clean, though some fixtures were dated and in need of renovation.
Service
9
Staff were frequently praised as friendly and helpful throughout guest experiences.
Location
9
The location was often highlighted as excellent, with beautiful views mentioned by multiple reviewers.
Room Quality
7
Rooms were noted as spacious but dated, with several comments on the need for upgrades.
Amenities
6
Amenities were found lacking, particularly with dated features and limited dining options.
Value for Money
8
Guests felt the hotel provided reasonable value given its prices, though some expected more luxury.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast options were basic and could be improved; some positive notes about the quality of certain food items.
Overall Experience
7
General sentiment was positive, with a mix of good experiences but notable areas needing improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-28 07:48

Property Description

Breathtaking Views Overlooking Scarborough
Experience the beauty of Scarborough from The Esplanade Hotel perched above the cliffs. Enjoy limited free parking, a charming garden, and a restaurant boasting panoramic views of the harbour and Scarborough Castle.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Each room features an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, and tea/coffee making facilities for your convenience. Relax and unwind in comfort after a day of exploring the town.

Scenic Roof Terrace and Evening Entertainment
Sip on a drink on the roof terrace while soaking in the stunning vistas. Join us for evening entertainment to add a touch of excitement to your stay.

Book now to indulge in a memorable seaside getaway at The Esplanade Hotel.

Important information:

Parking at the property is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. On street parking is available around the hotel.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.
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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.5
Based on 310 reviews
Cleanliness: 7
Service: 9
Location: 9
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 6
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 7
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Glenn • couple • gb
6
2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Helen • family_with_children • gb
8
Enjoyable Stay
Pros:

Room

Cons:

Walk From Beach

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Nooby • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Magdalena • family_with_children • gb
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • gb
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Iveson • family_with_children • gb
2
2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
8
Classic coach hotel has amazing views, friendly staff and renovated rooms.
Pros:

Great location overlooking south Bay, a friendly hotel that is undergoing updating at the moment. We stayed on a Saturday night, live entertainment in the bar was good. All the staff we met were cheerful and friendly. We stayed in a deluxe room on the third floor.

Cons:

Not many gripes really. The window in our Seaview room was a bit high.. odd. We had to stand to see the Seaview we’d paid extra for hmmm.

2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Stefan • family_with_children • nl
6
2025-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
7
2025-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Matteo • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Great position staff very helpful.

2025-09-07 • via Nuitee
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birgit • family_with_children • de
10
2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • partner
8
Pros:

It was cheap, perfectly located and very clean. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and we managed to get a space in the car park which was a bonus, although there is on-street parking nearby.

It’s dated and some of the fixtures and fittings are cheap and a bit worse for wear. That is all reflected in the price though, and the place is exceptionally clean and comfortable. We also had a lovely big room with lovely views over the South Bay and the town.

If you want luxury, don’t come here - it’s a hotel catering for the over-60’s coach trip client, with bingo or other entertainment on an evening.

Breakfast is OK although a bit cramped and the heating was on in the dining room in August, so it was rather warm. There’s also no proper coffee - you get a flask of hot water with Nescafé sachets - but the bacon and sausages were of good quality and the service was good.

It was fine for one night and is in a great location.

2025-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • au
8
2025-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Matthew John • couple • gb
8
2025-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Paul • solo_traveller • gb
5
A pleasant night stop at an old English holiday hotel
Pros:

Location, breakfast, ‘old England’ ambiance.

Cons:

Needs renovating.

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Irons • couple • gb
10
Pros:

The seaview was amazing . The room was perfect, and the staff was very friendly and helpful . Very clean and tidy .

Cons:

Didn't like going through to the other bar in entertainment room for a drink when singer and bingo was on , if I'm sat outside, when the other bar could have been open .

2025-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Craig • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

A short notice break and ticked all the boxes for one night.

2025-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
4
Lovely staff making a the dreary hotel half decent
Pros:

Location

Everything else was below the standard expected for the £150 paid

Cons:

Room and hotel is very dated, basic facilities and carpets and walls were grubby

2025-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • extended_group • gb
10
2025-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Roger • extended_group • gb
10
2025-08-25 • via Nuitee