Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Scarborough travel guide

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You're Going to Love Scarborough

With a population of 38,909, Scarborough is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Scarborough deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Scarborough

If you’re looking for affordable options, GEO Bar and Grill (20 Sandside) and Scarborough Flyer Scarborough (4 14 St. Nicholas Street) are great picks.

When to visit Scarborough

Scarborough in January
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Scarborough in January
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Scarborough

Plane

Although Scarborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 58 miles from Scarborough.

Car

Another option to get to Scarborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 192 miles from Scarborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Scarborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 58 miles from Scarborough.

Car

Another option to get to Scarborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 192 miles from Scarborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Scarborough

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Scarborough

Lufthansa
Good (8,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,029 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,230 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,598 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,785 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (924 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,578 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,812 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,146 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,405 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,363 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,273 reviews)
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Where to stay in Scarborough

Average rates range from around $165 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $249 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Albert and Serenity Guest House. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Scarborough, with prices from $43 to $555 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Scarborough are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Scarborough

Most booked hotels in Scarborough

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Clifton Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$113+
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Rivelyn Hotel Bar & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$109+
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Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$181+
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Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
$135+
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Grand Hotel Scarborough
3 stars
Good (6.5, Good reviews)
$107+
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Green Gables Hotel
3 stars
Okay (4.8, Okay reviews)
$97+
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Hiring a car in Scarborough

Expect to pay $3.66 per litre in Scarborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.89 and $58.52. The most frequently booked car type in Scarborough is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.66 per litre in Scarborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.89 and $58.52. The most frequently booked car type in Scarborough is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is, on average, 35% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.