East Ayton Lodge Hotel, Scarborough – A Favorite for Families in Scarborough
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
East Ayton Lodge offers 28 en-suite rooms, including single, double, twin, and family options. All rooms have private bathrooms with baths or showers, flat-screen TVs, tea and coffee makers, and garden or courtyard views. The self-catering Coach House cottage includes one double and two twin bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and access to hotel dining. Dog-friendly courtyard rooms are available.
Dining & Bar
The Lodge Bar & Grill serves locally sourced dishes, including selections from Glaves Butchers and Hodgsons fishmonger. Guests can dine in the main restaurant, bar, or conservatory with garden views. The menu features seasonal dishes, and the bar offers cocktails and wines. Breakfast and evening meals are available for Coach House guests.
Grounds & Activities
The hotel sits on 3 acres of gardens alongside Forge Valley and the River Derwent. Guests can walk the Scarborough Sea Front Circular Trail (8 km) for wildlife spotting. Nearby attractions include Scarborough Castle, Dalby Forest, and North Yorkshire Water Park. The gardens have seating areas and paths for exploring.
Location & Access
East Ayton Lodge is a 10-minute drive from Scarborough and 95 km from Humberside Airport. It is near Forge Valley Woods (1.5 km), Ayton Castle (0.5 km), and Scarborough's North and South Bay beaches. Free on-site parking is available. The hotel has no lift, but ground-floor courtyard rooms have adapted bathrooms.
Services & Policies
Check-in starts at 3 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Smoking or vaping indoors incurs a £100 fine. The hotel accommodates weddings and events, with exclusive use options for private functions. Family rooms fit two adults and two children under 16. Fire safety equipment is monitored, and tampering may involve police.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor