Top Boutique Hotels in Scarborough (2026)

A grade II listed 18th century building, The Windmill is located in Scarborough. It offers free WiFi access and is nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac less than 5 minutes' walk from the town center. With free limited parking, Scarborough Train Station and Stephen Joseph Theater are also less than 4 minutes' walk away. Each room has a seating area, a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, a radio alarm clock, iron and ironing board. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. In the morning, a breakfast is served in the dining room. With a variety of options available, a full English breakfast, fresh fruit, yogurt and cereals can all be enjoyed. There is also a vegetarian option. The guest house is less than a mile from The Spa Scarborough, a 17-minute stroll from Peasholm Park and 19 minutes' walk from Scarborough Castle.

- "I loved the uniqueness and quirkiness. Everything we required in the property was readily available and easy to use." - "We loved everything about our accommodation! The location- easy walking distance from the station and the town centre. The owner (I think) was lovely- we were late as I hadn’t checked check in time, but there was no issue at all and she was very very helpful. The windmill is beautiful. The cottage had everything we needed, it was spotless and so beautifully decorated."

Located in Scarborough and with Peasholm Park reachable within 2.5 miles, The Plough Inn & Cottages has a restaurant, allergy-free rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. This 5-star inn offers a 24-hour front desk. The inn has family rooms. At the inn, rooms have a closet and a flat-screen TV. Rooms come with a coffee machine and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while some rooms have a kitchen equipped with a fridge. At The Plough Inn & Cottages each room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The accommodation has a sun terrace. The Spa Scarborough is 3.6 miles from The Plough Inn & Cottages, while Dalby Forest is 19 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 59 miles from the inn.

- "It was all excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was lovely; spacious, clean, comfortable. Its the perfect location for me and they welcome dogs." - "Lovely clean cottages" - "We will be back" - "Absolutely stunning accommodation. It is in a lovely location with the pub straight across the road. Everything you need and more. Parking available too which is a bonus." - "This was our second stay at The Plough - we were visiting Scarborough for a football match (Scarborough vs Chester) and made a break of it on both occasions. This time we recommended The Plough to friends, who booked one of your cottages. Next time I think we'll book a cottage - it was gorgeous!!! Food in the restaurant also excellent, as was the overall ambience and friendliness of the staff."

Set in the beautiful North York Moors, The Grainary offers accommodations with beautiful countryside views.The farm is set in 40 acres of open countryside in Harwood Dale, and has its own wildlife and numerous scenic walking routes. Each of the 15 colorful, modern rooms in The Grainary include private bathrooms, as well as a Freeview TV and a welcome tray with tea, coffee, and biscuits. Harwood Dale Forest which surrounds The Grainary, provides plenty of trails for watching wildlife including birds (night jars) roe deer, badgers, foxes and dragonflies including our woodland board walk to the wet land area which includes the rare Royal Fern. Free parking is available at The Grainary, and the seaside town of Scarborough is 15 minutes’ drive away. Historic Whitby can be reached in 20 minutes by car. Harwood Dale Forest which is 4 miles from The Grainary is popular for watching wildlife including birds, roe deer, badgers, foxes and dragonflies.

- "Everything" - "Everything" - "Quiet country location Easy car parking The room The staff Comfortable bed" - "Location was amazing and peaceful. Food was very good. The staff were very polite and friendly." - "The location, the decor, the staff, the food, the animals… Basically EVERYTHING!" - "The breakfast was exceptional , presentation was great ,quality and quantity was very good Staff were above and beyond" - "Location, comfort, cleanliness and nice staff"

Set in 17 acres of landscaped grounds in the beautiful North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the luxury 4-star Ox Pasture Hall is just 2 miles from the seaside town of Scarborough. The luxury bedrooms at Ox Pasture Hall Country House Hotel are stylishly decorated with elegant furniture, with views of the extensive gardens or pretty courtyard. All rooms have a private bathroom with free toiletries and a satellite TV. Some have period features or four-poster beds. Boasting rustic style and traditional charm, The Courtyard Restaurant offers casual evening dining and interesting menus, accompanied by fine wines. Thomas Carr @ the Coast serves a 7 course tasting menu, specializing in seafood. There is also a spacious garden terrace for al fresco dining. With views towards the Raincliffe Woods, Ox Pasture Country House Hotel is a 10-minute drive from the sandy beaches of Scarborough. Set within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park, the hotel is surrounded by scenic walking tracks.

- "The room was comfortable and warm. The lady on reception was wonderful with us! We forgot to pack our toothpaste and she bought some for us and brought it to our room! The breakfast was great, there was a good choice and all of good quality, although we didn’t order anything cooked. The lady serving breakfast was lovely and friendly too." - "The room was beautiful the scenery around the hotel was lovely. Staff were friendly and helpful"