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Reviews of Highlander Hotel

15 Esplanade, Scarborough, YO11 2AF, United Kingdom

#20 of 34 hotels in Scarborough

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 860 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.3

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    9.0
    The Place! for views of the Harbour
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    All was good.

    This was a typical seaside hotel. Very friendly. All amenities that you need.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was a bit dated

    Location was perfect for our trip to see a comedian at The Spa

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff were friendly and welcoming

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    A very comfortable 1 night stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Excellent large cooked breakfast. Amazing see view.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely seafront location with great staff and value
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The hotel is of course a decent age but is spacious and comfortable.

    This is a well located family run hotel on the Esplanade along Scarborough's attractive seafront. Staff were very helpful and let us store our bikes securely which is vital for us. The breakfast was also good quality and plentiful. There is a very well run comfortable lounge bar which is unsurprisingly enjoyed by guests and locals together. All round a very friendly place and superb value.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    9.0
    Very enjoyable, and will definitely return once the lift situation is resolved.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great room with a marvellous view over the bay. Great food. Brilliant hosts. Comfortable room Reasonably priced drinks in the bar

    Everything about the Highlander was fantastic, staff were very professional and helpful. The breakfast was unbelievable. The only drawback for us was that the lift was out of order, and at age 71 I had to walk up 2 flights of stairs, as did my friend who has a hip problem.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location great with lovely sea views, staff friendly and helpful. Breakfast was plentiful and tasty- very happy with the portion sizes. The bar was warm and welcoming with a good selection of ales on tap.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 March 2024

    9.0
    Very nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None

    Went to see friends in band at St Patrick’s night gig. Comfortable room for one night.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The heat in the place was too much we couldn't sleep. 1 of the beds were broken at the corner. Hot water dint get hot. No lift. We will be visiting again tho

    The new owners are nice food was nice we stayed in the room before so new it was nice

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Parking is a nightmare ,lift not working again this year , the hotel really needs a lot of attention and decorated , it's an old building so has a lot of character hopefully new Management can get this sorted and the hotel up to date with decor

    Location suited us nicely ,nice seaview room hotel under new management so hopefully will be decorated for when we return in may and staff issues sorted

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 December 2023

    9.0
    Enjoyed our stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Think it needs some TLC.

    Breakfast was excellent and the staff too ,very polite and friendly,nothing too much trouble.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 December 2023

    8.0
    Great
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not applicable

    Breakfast ok great sausages, lovely friendly bar and good food,great view of the bay

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Suite with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The stairs upto the rooms lift not reliable and the shower was cold

    The views parking and the nice welcoming bar

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    8.0
    A welcome break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Small Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Windows need upgraded for full use

    Good breakfast, Ideal location. Great view from front room. Friendly staff. Outdoor seating.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    7.0
    Great location, clean, comfortable room and lovely staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night

    Our room was on the second floor and the lift was tiny and didn't feel very safe. My partner and daughter took the stairs rather than go up in it. The toilet in our room didn't flush properly and on a couple of occasions got blocked.

    The hotel was in a great location for our stay and the family room we had was comfy. The staff were friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed the breakfast and dinner we had during our stay.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 November 2023

    8.0
    Arrived to a great welcoming with helpful hosts , great hotel and lovely hosts who are new and would like to wish them g
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Great location on the esplanade with great cues of the harbour

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 November 2023

    7.0
    As overnight stay it was quite acceptable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Difficult lift. New management

    Location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfort Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Great location. Excellent cooked to order breakfast. Friendly staff. Nice room with great sea view. Comfy bed. Well stocked bar.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some areas were a bit tired and in need of upgrading, but it is an old building so to be expected.

    Room was cosy and had the most comfortable beds! Breakfast was delicious.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were lovely. Breakfast was lovely and sea view was special.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 October 2023

    8.0
    Lovely staff, good food, stunning location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little bit tired

    Stunning location with fantastic views

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was spacious and comfortable. Everything we needed was provided, including toiletries and towels. The tea and coffee facilities in the room were well stocked up and topped up during our stay. The staff were chatty and friendly and made us feel welcome. There was plenty of choice for a continental breakfast, and the freshly cooked breakfast was delicious both mornings.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    7.0
    Very friendly helpful staff, food good and always hot. New management with a lot to deal with but were friendly and welc
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bit dated and tired looking

    Great location

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    7.0
    Good base for exploring Scarborough and beyond.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The lift was a bit challenging - difficult to manoeuvre 2 adults and small cases in and out, and close the gate!

    We booked this property due to price and location for one night, as we were attending a concert at the open air theatre (about 30 minutes walk away) Hotel overlooks the bay - short walk to the beach. Our room (no sea view) was large and spacious (it was a family room for 5) with plenty of storage space. Tea making tray was well stocked. Comfortable enough for one nights stay. Quite lively in the bar/ beer garden when we arrived, but we weren't bothered by any late night noise. The bar had a good selection of beers etc. A notice outside stated that the hotel was under new management, so I'm not sure if they are planning any changes. The furnishings etc were a bit shabby/dated in places. Breakfast was OK - Full English cooked to order. We would stay here again if attending a concert etc for one night.

    Stayed in July 2023

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