Introduction
What to do
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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Scarborough to see all of its attractions.

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
£67
1 night at 3-star hotel
Scarborough in January
Estimated hotel price
£67
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. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Scarborough departs from London and takes around 11h 40m.

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 Turo, 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. Newcastle Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Qatar Airways, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Scarborough departs from London and takes around 11h 40m.

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 Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Scarborough

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Scarborough

Lufthansa
Good (8,132 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,538 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,111 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,001 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,254 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (943 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,985 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,615 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,877 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,210 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,334 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,408 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,336 reviews)
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Where to stay in Scarborough

Average rates range from around £89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £167 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 £23 to £241 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Scarborough are about 32% 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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The Southgate Bed And Breakfast
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Filey Grange
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
£108+
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The Piebald Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£159+
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Wrangham House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£129+
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The Bay Filey Holiday Village
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Rivelyn Hotel Bar & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£47+
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Hiring a car in Scarborough

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.95 and £23.93. Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £1.50 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 £17.95 and £23.93. Full-size (Opel Vivaro or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 41% cheaper than other types, on average.

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