The Esplanade Hotel

Built in a 'V' symbolising the reign of Queen Victoria, this seaside landmark was built in 1863 and stands proudly overlooking the picturesque South bay & Harbour. Beautifully designed, the hotel is rumoured to have a theme of time within the design of this stately building. It has 4 Towers for the Seasons, 12 Floors for the months of the year, 52 chimneys for the weeks and originally had 411 rooms for each day of the year.

With views across South Bay, the royal hotel Scarborough enjoys an enviable central position only moments away from the spa town's most famous attractions. Known for its classic Regency architecture, it is the style of the royal hotel that draws guests as much as its location. The ornate atrium and staircase are a reminder of a more glamorous yesteryear and offer today's guests superb Instagram photography opportunities. Meanwhile, the modern-day spa centre includes almost everything a tired visitor might need to rejuvenate themselves before setting out to explore Scarborough. Hotel facilities include a sauna, massage therapist, jacuzzi and an indoor swimming pool. Alternatively, the art deco-style Theatre Bar and the Seaview restaurant provide enjoyable and scenic venues for drinks or a meal. The royal hotel Scarborough is an ideal location for guests thanks to its proximity to famous attractions such as Scarborough Castle and the sweeping sandy beaches. Paddleboarding, surfing and kayaking are only some of the activities for more active beachgoers to enjoy. The hotel is within an easy stroll of more leisurely pursuits, including various golf courses and pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes. It is also less than three miles from Sea Life Scarborough. For a sense of history it is hard to better a hotel that was designed in the shape of a "V" to commemorate Queen Victoria, and that Winston Churchill once reputedly claimed as his favourite hotel. It is a bonus that the hotel's facilities also cater so well to twenty-first century leisure and business visitors.