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
$143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Scarborough in January
Estimated hotel price
$143
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 U-Save and CarWiz, 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 U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Airports near Scarborough

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Scarborough

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,139 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,021 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,494 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,266 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,435 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,353 reviews)
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Where to stay in Scarborough

Average rates range from around $174 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $240 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 $53 to $547 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Scarborough are about 20% 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 (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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Rivelyn Hotel Bar & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$97+
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Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$172+
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The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$123+
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Grand Hotel Scarborough
3 stars
Good (6.4, Good reviews)
$101+
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Green Gables Hotel
3 stars
Okay (4.3, Okay reviews)
$75+
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Hiring a car in Scarborough

Expect to pay $3.47 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 $41.56 and $55.41. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.47 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 $41.56 and $55.41. Compact (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.