THE RAINCLIFFE HOTEL, Scarborough

The Raincliffe Hotel - A Victorian town house with free WiFi, a bar, and a shared lounge near Scarborough's South Bay

Located on Valley Road, The Raincliffe Hotel is a restored 1880s Victorian town house featuring original details like cornicing, a marble fireplace, and a spiral staircase. The 14 rooms include single, double, twin, family, and four-poster options, all with en-suite bathrooms, tea/coffee facilities, TVs, and free WiFi. A cooked-to-order breakfast offers choices like Full English, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, served in a dining area with wooden floors. The hotel's traditional bar opens from midday until late evening, serving ales, wines, and snacks, with an outdoor terrace for evening drinks. The Raincliffe Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Scarborough's South Bay and attractions like South Cliff Italian Gardens. Family-friendly with rooms for children aged 3+, it also provides free short-term parking nearby.

Pros

The Victorian-era building retains original features like a marble fireplace and wooden floors.

A varied breakfast menu includes vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.

The bar offers a selection of drinks and an outdoor terrace for evening relaxation.

Free WiFi and proximity to Scarborough's beaches and attractions make it convenient for sightseeing.

Cons

No elevator; rooms are accessible only via stairs, which may be challenging for some guests.

Limited parking availability, with free overnight spots located nearby but not on-site.