Walking and rambling in Scarborough
If you're planning on staying at YHA Scarborough, why not download a free map and get out exploring? All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the...
YHA Scarborough
Overview
Once a 17th century water mill set on a quiet riverside, located 1.5 miles north of the town centre and 15 minutes' walk from Scalby Mills and the North Bay beach, YHA Scarborough is the perfect base to enjoy, explore, or simply unwind on the beautiful North Yorkshire coast.
Whether you love traditional seaside arcades or epic coastal scenery, the North Yorkshire town of Scarborough has something for everyone. Don't miss the atmospheric castle on the cliff, the educational SEALIFE Centre and the Victorian spa area.
Why guests love YHA Scarborough
Accommodation at YHA Scarborough
Things to do around YHA Scarborough
Moorsbus (around Helmsley & other hostels)
A fantastic community run bus service connecting surrounding towns within the North York Moors allowing you to leave your car at home. The services run on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays...
Rotunda Museum
One of the oldest purpose-built museums in Britain, the museum has been a focal point for geology and local history since 1829. Visit the website
RSPB Bempton Cliffs
Take a walk by the beautiful cliffs to try and spot some of our most fascinating birdlife. Visit the website
Scarborough Castle
With its 2,500 year history, stunning location and panoramic views of the Yorkshire coastline, the castle is well worth a visit. Visit the website
Scarborough Sealife & Marine Sanctuary
Discover our underwater world and meet the land creatures including Otters, Seals and Humboldt Penguins. Visit the website
Eden Camp Museum
A modern history themed museum in the grounds of an original WWII prisoner of war camp.
Walks with a story in Yorkshire
Explore more of the area with Discovering Britain’s walks, trails and views. From stunning viewpoints to family-friendly strolls, from day long hikes in the countryside to urban trails - there's...
Watersports in Scarborough
Scarborough has two beautiful beaches, The North and South Bays, with Cayton Bay 5 miles to the south and Filey Beach just 10 miles away. Scarborough and Cayton have good surfing, with regular...
Climbing in Scarborough
Try indoor climbing at the brand new wall in The Street or little used spectacular, sea cliff routes on the north side of Filey Brigg.
Cycling in Scarborough
North Yorkshire has thousands of miles of quiet country lanes which offer a range of routes to suit all abilities and levels of fitness. The hostel is less than a mile from National Cycle Route 1
Mountain biking in Scarborough
Dalby Forest, a National Mountain Bike Centre, is 15 miles from Scarborough. It has over 1000km of trails (and countless forest roads), from easy family routes through to tough red graded trails and...
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access after check-in
- Contactless payments
- Dining room
- Free parking on premises
- Games
- Garden/grounds
- Group meals
- Intermittent mobile coverage
- No WiFi
- Outdoor seating
- Self-catering kitchen
- Shared drying room
- Shared lounge
- Small garden/grounds
- Sole use available
Hostel need to know
Seasonal opening pattern: YHA Scarborough is open for stays from March - October.
Reception opening hours: From 08:00 - 10:00 and 17:00 - 20:00.
Self-catering: YHA Scarborough is self-catering only. Guests have access to a kitchen.
Parking: There is parking at the hostel.
Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Scarborough. Assistance dogs are welcome – please notify us at the time of booking.
YHA Scarborough - Access Statement
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History
In the 1600s, the hostel was one of three flour mills on Scalby Beck, a small river just outside of Scarborough. In the 18th century the wheel was removed, the mill race drained and the building was used as a farm house. Just after the First World War the derelict building was bought and converted into a boarding house. When it was opened in 1935 it was one of the YHA’s first hostels and the owner Mrs Atkinson was kept on as warden when YHA later bought the buildings.
After numerous additions and alterations, an annexe was added in 1962 increasing capacity. YHA Scarborough was listed for closure in 2009, but was bought as an enterprise hostel in 2013 and continued to be part of the YHA network.
Meet the team
Manager recommends: The North Sea – with a good wet suit body boarding and surfing are great fun or join the regular South Bay Sea Swimmers for a refreshing dip.
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