- Scarborough was originally called Skarðaborg when it was founded in 966 A.D.Scarborough image by Paul Broom from Fotolia.com
Scarborough is a Victorian spa town located in North Yorkshire with many of the major attractions being found on the waterfront. South Bay is full of amusement arcades, donkey rides and a fair, making it a traditional seaside town. Scarborough castle dates back over 3,000 years and the ghost of King Richard III is believed to still walk the battlements as he enjoyed the view. - The Crown Spa 4-star Hotel is a Victorian building on a cliff top with views of Flamborough Head and the sea. It is near the Scarborough Spa Complex which is the site of many music events and festivals. All the rooms and suites are en-suite and feature LCD televisions and courtesy trays with coffee and hot chocolate. The suites have balconies and separate lounge and dining areas.
The on-site Taste Restaurant serves a mixture of Yorkshire and European cuisine in a fine-dining environment. Leisure facilities include an indoor swimming pool, steam room and sauna. The Spa has qualified personnel that offer treatments such as massages and body wraps. Free parking is available for guests.
Crown Spa Hotel
8-10 The Esplanade
South Cliff
Scarborough
North Yorkshire Coast
YO11 2AG
United Kingdom
011-44-1723-357-400
crownspahotel.com - The 3-star Crescent Hotel is located near the beaches and harbor of Scarborough. The rooms have color televisions and free wireless Internet access. The Reflections Restaurant serves English cuisine with an American twist, specializing in freshly caught seafood and prime steaks. For lunch, Cooney's Carvery, a casual dining restaurant, serves British classics such as steak and kidney pie, and Yorkshire puddings with roast meat. The hotel bar offers light snacks and home-made crisps.
The Crescent Hotel
The Crescent
Scarborough
YP11 2PP
United Kingdom
011-44-723-360-929
thecrescenthotel.com - The Ambassador Hotel is located on The Esplanade and offers views of Scarborough South Bay. Free parking and Internet access are available to guests. Guests on a romantic vacation can arrange for champagne, chocolate and flowers in the room on arrival. The on-site restaurant serves traditional English dishes with vegetarian options available. Live music is performed on weekend evenings. The hotel has a swimming pool, spa bath and Swedish sauna free for guests to enjoy.
The Ambassador Hotel
The Esplanade
Scarborough
North Yorkshire
YO11 2AY
United Kingdom
011-44-723-362-841
ambassadorhotelscarborough.co.uk
Crown Spa Hotel
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