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 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
S$ 111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Scarborough in January
Estimated hotel price
S$ 111
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 (8,295 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,270 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,111 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,244 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,654 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,678 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,024 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,432 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,546 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,452 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,416 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,385 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,806 reviews)
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Where to stay in Scarborough

Average rates range from around S$ 114 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 149 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Scarborough, with prices from S$ 40 to S$ 469 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Scarborough are about 16% 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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Rivelyn Hotel Bar & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 60+
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Clifton Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 77+
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Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
S$ 106+
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The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
S$ 92+
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Grand Hotel Scarborough
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
S$ 75+
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Hiring a car in Scarborough

Expect to pay S$ 2.97 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 S$ 35.58 and S$ 47.44. The most frequently booked car type in Scarborough is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 2.97 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 S$ 35.58 and S$ 47.44. The most frequently booked car type in Scarborough is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.