Premier Inn Scarborough

Scarborough Beach is the resort’s main beach – it’s split into two different sections called South Bay and North Bay, so you can take your pick! Cayton Bay and Filey Beach are two other popular beaches near Scarborough, and if you don’t mind a drive, there’s Whitby Beach further north, and North Landing Beach further south.

You’ll be pleased to know that the beaches in Scarborough are sandy – great news for anyone looking to enjoy a little sun, sea and sand on Scarborough holidays! The majority are family friendly spots, and you’ll even find some dog friendly beaches in Scarborough like Cayton Bay, too.

Take a look at our hotels in Cleethorpes and our hotels in Skegness.

If you love UK resort towns, why not extend your stay and explore other places like Scarborough nearby? Our hotels in Cleethorpes are close to exciting attractions like The Jungle Zoo, and our great-value Premier Inn Skegness hotels are a popular choice for family holidays all year round.

Scarborough is known for being one of the UK’s original seaside resorts, famous for its sandy beaches, historic castle and traditional amusements. It’s also known for its Victorian architecture and scenic coastal views.

The best part of Scarborough often depends on what you're looking for, but many visitors love the South Bay for its lively beach, shops and arcades, while the North Bay offers a more peaceful setting with stunning views and attractions like the Scarborough Open Air Theatre and Peasholm Park.

We might not be able to guarantee the weather in Scarborough, but the good news is that this seaside resort has more than enough indoor activities to please, come rain or shine. Kids will love exploring SEA LIFE Scarborough and The Scarborough Fair Collection, while culture-lovers can head straight to top Scarborough attractions like the Rotunda Museum and the Scarborough Art Gallery. Plus, if you’re planning a spa weekend in Scarborough, this resort town has some relaxing spas and pools to choose from.

Get out and explore all the best outdoor activities in North Yorkshire during your break. Thrill-seekers will love learning the ropes at the Sky Trail Adventure or having fun at the North Yorkshire Water Park, while history-lovers on holidays in Scarborough won’t want to miss visiting Scarborough Castle. Make sure you save time to visit Scarborough Spa and Peasholm Park, two of the most popular places to visit in Scarborough.

You’ll find all kinds things to do with the kids in Scarborough throughout your stay. Whether you’re enjoying the rides and amusements at Luna Park, making a splash at the Alpamare UK water park, or soaking up the best views in North Yorkshire with a ride on the Scarborough North Bay Railway, there’s plenty of fun activities to keep all ages entertained. Plus, holidays in Scarborough wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the beach!

You’ll find all kinds of fun things to do in Scarborough in the evenings. From enjoying laid-back drinks at one of our Scarborough bars to catching incredible live performances at top venues like the Scarborough Open Air Theatre, nightlife in Scarborough has something for everyone.

You won’t have far to go when you’re looking for great places to eat in Scarborough. Enjoy tasty family meals at The Carousel Brewers Fayre near Scarborough Castle, or our great-value Thyme restaurant at the Premier Inn Scarborough (North Bay) hotel.

You’ll have some of the best beaches in North Yorkshire right on your doorstep when your stay in one of our Scarborough hotels. Scarborough Beach is at the heart of this resort, just a five-minute drive away from Scarborough train station. Scenic Cayton Bay beach is only a 15-minute drive from the town centre, and popular Filey Beach is just a 20-minute drive away, too.

Scarborough train station is the resort’s main railway station, and it’s only a five-minute drive away from Scarborough Beach – handy for getting around Yorkshire throughout your stay. Other train stations near Scarborough include Seamer station just a 10-minute drive from the beach, and Filey station just a 15-minute drive from the beach.

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.