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The Almar

Enjoy cosy rooms, free WiFi, and cooked breakfast at The Almar Guest House, just minutes from Scarborough Castle and Scarborough Open Air Theatre.

116 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough YO12 7QZ, United Kingdom View on map
9.8/10
Exceptional Based on 199 recent guest reviews
Wi-Fi Free breakfast Parking Kid-friendly Bar
What recent guests emphasize

Highly welcoming hosts and excellent breakfast

Visitors frequently highlight the warm, attentive hospitality alongside spotless, comfortable rooms and a well-stocked, friendly bar. The traditional guesthouse atmosphere and convenient location add to the appeal for a relaxing seaside stay.

Guests often praise

  • Exceptional hospitality provided by hosts John and Julie, noted for their friendliness and attentiveness.
  • Spotlessly clean and comfortable rooms, well-equipped with thoughtful extras such as tea/coffee facilities and ironing amenities.
  • Full cooked breakfasts considered outstanding, with generous portions and quality ingredients, including special touches like fried bread.
  • A casual, reasonably priced bar offering a wide selection of drinks, creating a welcoming social atmosphere in the evening.
  • Convenient location within walking distance to local attractions such as Scarborough Castle and Peasholm Park.

Worth knowing

  • The guesthouse does not have a pool, restaurant, or fitness center facilities.
  • Parking is available, but booking ahead might be advisable due to limited space.
  • The property is smoke-free and kid-friendly, suitable for families and solo travelers alike.
  • Rooms vary in size and type, including singles and doubles; some may appreciate confirming specific room features in advance.
  • The evening bar provides added convenience but the atmosphere is casual rather than formal or upscale.

Best for

  • Travelers seeking a cosy, traditional seaside guesthouse experience with personal host attention.
  • Visitors who value a hearty cooked breakfast included in their stay.
  • Guests looking for a friendly social spot to enjoy evening drinks without leaving the property.
  • Families and individuals wanting a quiet, well-maintained base with easy access to local attractions.
  • Those prioritizing free Wi-Fi and smoke-free accommodations within walking distance to central Scarborough sites.
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About this property

Welcome to The Almar

The Almar is a guest house located at 116 Columbus Ravine in Scarborough, offering cosy and well-equipped rooms with free Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy a full cooked breakfast each morning, prepared with care, along with access to a casual bar that provides a wide selection of reasonably priced drinks. The property maintains a smoke-free environment and is family-friendly, with parking available on site. Check-in begins at 14:00, with check-out by noon.

Situated within easy walking distance of local attractions, the guest house is about a 9-minute stroll from Scarborough Open Air Theatre and roughly one mile from the historic Scarborough Castle. Nearby leisure options include Peasholm Park and the SEA LIFE Scarborough aquarium, both popular for visitors seeking outdoor and family-friendly activities. The location is also accessible from several regional airports, making it a convenient base for travellers arriving by air.

Guest feedback highlights the welcoming nature of the hosts, John and Julie, whose attentiveness and hospitality contribute positively to the overall experience. Rooms are regularly described as clean and comfortable, with thoughtful amenities such as tea and coffee trays, ironing facilities, and hair dryers. The breakfast receives consistent praise for its quality and variety, often mentioned as a standout feature of the stay.

The Almar may appeal particularly to visitors looking for a traditional guesthouse atmosphere with practical comforts rather than extensive on-site facilities, as it does not feature a restaurant, pool, or fitness center but includes a bar for evening relaxation. Its central Scarborough location and friendly service make it a suitable choice for families, couples, and solo travellers seeking convenient access to local sights.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Parking
Kid-friendly
Bar
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Restaurant
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

PC
Pat Cullen Apr 16, 2026
10

We recently stayed overnight at The Almar and would 100% recommend this B & B to anyone. Our hosts John and Julie were really lovely and couldn’t do enough for us. Our room (no.2) was very clean and comfortable and had everything we could possibly need - tea/coffee/bottled water etc, great selection of biscuits - ironing facilities, hair drier. And very important to us ladies, dressing mirror and plug points all in correct places! Bed very comfortable resulting in a great night’s sleep. The breakfast was expertly cooked by John and we were waited on by a smiling Julie! We would definitely go back again.

NM
neil marrows Apr 14, 2026
10

The Almar is a shining example of how a seaside B&B should be! John & Julie are friendly, welcoming and convivial hosts nothing is to much trouble they go out of their way to ensure your stay is a pleasant experience. We had a small double which was more than adequate for our weekend stay the room was well appointed and spotlessly clean as was the rest of the establishment. Breakfast is outstanding the choice is endless and we really enjoyed it. There is a bar which has a great selection of drinks and prices are very reasonable it was nice to have a drink in the evening and meet and chat to new people. Overall a fantastic experience and would highly recommend a stay at The Almar I'm sure like us you'll love with a smile on your face and happy memories. Thanks again to John & Julie Best wishes Neil & Sue

JR
John R Mar 13, 2026
10

Very comfortable B and B with excellent breakfasts included in the price. Also a very friendly, and very well stocked bar. The prices in the bar are so good they'll be giving Wetherspoons something to think about! Julie and John are the nicest hosts I've ever encountered.

CG
Christopher Gunns Mar 06, 2026
10

Stayed at the almar over Christmas with my family and have to say what a brilliant time we had john and Julie looked after us like family the breakfasts very good and Christmas dinner superb evening entertainment was brilliant kept my granddaughter very happy highly recommended

JA
Jane Auty Feb 26, 2026
10

The hosts Julie and John could not have made me more welcome. Room 8 (single) was lovely, everything you needed. Friendly bar too. Breakfast was fantastic and I’d definitely recommend/stay there again. Thank you both x

JH
John Hughes Jan 08, 2026
10

Julie & John were simply outstanding hard-working hosts. They were obliging from the outset & couldn't do enough & I even ended up having a drink at their bar with them. The room (No.8) was lovely & immaculate throughout with lots of little extras & even a Mitchell & Brown tv. The breakfast was outstanding ( with John's special fried bread) in the front lounge with lovely decor & pictures. The whole experience was superb value. They have a high turnaround of regulars & I wouldn't hesitate in coming back.

HC
Hazel Chase Jan 02, 2026
10

John & Julie are the perfect hosts . nothing was too much trouble. Clean comfortable room, tea and coffee tray with biscuites. Amazing breakfasts choices and a very warm friendly atmosphere. Ideally situated for Peaseholme Park North Bay and bus service. I will definitely be going back.

MW
Martin Walsh Dec 31, 2025
10

We recently stayed at the Almar b&b in Scarborough where we were treated like royalty by John and Julie who couldn’t do enough for us. Our room was spotless and had everything and more we would need. The full English breakfast was excellent and filled us for the day. We really enjoyed our stay and we could relax in the bar after our day in town where the drinks were reasonably priced and such a vast selection . Thanks again to John and Julie for our fantastic break.

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find The Almar

Scarborough, United Kingdom

This traditional guesthouse is a 9-minute walk from Scarborough Open Air Theatre and 1 mile from Scarborough Castle.

  • Scarborough 18 min Walk
  • Castle Road (Stop G) 12 min Walk
  • Peasholm Park 3 min Walk
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 1 hr 48 Car · 2 hr 24 Transit
  • Teesside International Airport 1 hr 31 Car · 2 hr 38 Transit
  • Humberside Airport 1 hr 34 Car · 3 hr 24 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Scarborough. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Scarborough Castle 8,715 reviews

Scarborough Castle

Castle Rd, Scarborough YO11 1HY, United Kingdom

4.6 · Castle
Peasholm Park 10,668 reviews

Peasholm Park

N Bay Promenade, Scarborough YO12 7TR, United Kingdom

4.6 · Park
SEA LIFE Scarborough 7,094 reviews

SEA LIFE Scarborough

Scalby Mills Rd, Scarborough YO12 6RP, United Kingdom

4.1 · Tourist Attraction
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