Dolphin Guesthouse - Scarborough
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Family-friendly guesthouse with personalized breakfast service and a 5-minute walk to North Bay beach
Comfortable Family Accommodations
Dolphin Guesthouse Scarborough offers family rooms that accommodate up to 3 children. Each room includes a TV, electric kettle, and free toiletries, with daily fresh towels, chocolates, and snacks provided. The rooms are serviced daily with replenished tea, coffee, and biscuits.
Personalized Breakfast Service
A full English or Irish breakfast is served each morning with vegetarian and gluten-free options available. The owner Gary attends to dietary needs personally, using local knowledge to offer recommendations. Extra touches such as birthday greetings and complimentary chocolates are provided by prior arrangement.
Prime Location Near Attractions
The Dolphin Guesthouse is located 5 minutes' walk from North Bay beach and 300 metres from Peasholm Park. Scarborough Castle is 2 km away, and the open-air theatre is within 400 metres. The town centre and train station are a 15-minute walk, with bus stops nearby for Whitby and Bridlington.
Owner's Local Expertise and Engagement
Owner Gary provides guests with detailed local knowledge, including bus timetables and recommendations for shows at the Stephen Joseph Theatre. Many guests return regularly, citing the genuine engagement and helpfulness. Gary offers a free room upgrade when available and allows early luggage drop-off by prior arrangement.
Extra Amenities and Conveniences
Guests receive a free parking permit for on-street parking outside the guesthouse. The property offers packed lunches upon request and luggage storage for early arrivals or late departures. Special diet menus are available, and the guesthouse provides a quiet setting away from bustling tourist areas.
- Family Rooms: Accommodates up to 3 children with daily towel service
- Breakfast: Full English with vegetarian and gluten-free options
- Location: 5 min walk to North Bay beach, 300 m to Peasholm Park
- Host: Owner Gary offers local advice and birthday extras
- Parking: Free on-street parking permit provided
- Value: Many returning guests and complimentary chocolates
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
11 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Room size:
11 m²
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Room size:
12 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed and 1 Bunk bed
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Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Golf course
Aqua park
Cots
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Dining
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
Spa & Leisure
- Aqua park
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Dolphin Guesthouse
| 💵 Lowest room price | 60 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 900 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 94.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Humberside, HUY |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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