Below is a review on two mammoth Scarborough hotel both with a fine history for affordable and friendly accommodation be sure to check them out when booking a holiday to Scarborough.
The Grand Hotel
In terms of Scarborough hotels The Grand is up there with the best known around the world for its dominating presence.
The Grand at it’s pinnacle was one of the biggest hotels in the world, built in 1867 it has 365 bedrooms , one for each day of the year. The hotel’s architecture truly defines the Victorian period that saw Scarborough become the first holiday resort.
The Grand Hotel remains to this day a remarkable hotel which offers a high level service having just undergone a £7 million refurbishment the hotel is on the rise. With two restaurants , The Premier restaurant for an intimate experience or The Harbour Lights which offers stunning sea views. If it’s live entertainment you’re after than The Grand offers live cabaret shows featuring very talented professional dancers.
Room wise you can either have one of the standard rooms cheap and reliable with a spa bath, TV and tea and coffee making facilities. If you want to live it up in style there’s one of four Turret rooms nicknamed ‘ King of the Castle’ these rooms offer premier living and fantastic views. If your looking for cheap but comfortable The Grand is for you with some of the special offers been extremely reasonable.
The Royal Hotel
The Royal is universally known as one of the greatest Scarborough hotel. The Royal dates back to the 1830’s and is know for it’s history, character and style. The hotel is famous for celebrity guests such as Gwenyth Paltrow and wartime Prime Minister Sir Winston Churchill and for it’s unique staircase and atrium.
The Royal boost some marvelous scenic views from their 118 en-suite bedrooms which offer comfort and style. Rooms available include twin, double and single rooms. If your looking for that extra special room , The Winston Churchill Premier Suite gives you the chance to stay in the room where the greatest Prime Minister to ever live stayed in during his time in office.
Price ranges vary from standard rooms at around £99 to the premier suites which will set you back over £200, costly but worth every penny for a hotel which offers a high standard in customer service and room comfort.