The Waves

39 Esplanade Road, Scarborough, YO11 2AT, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>241</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Superb
Rated superb
240 reviews
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The Waves

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Just a minute’s walk from the fantastic views of South Bay, The Waves is a Victorian house, with stylish, comfortable and luxurious guest bedrooms and a guest lounge complete with 1970s jukebox. At The Waves guests are offered a full English breakfast with free-range sausages and bacon, delicious vegetarian choices alongside smoked salmon, smashed avocado and halloumi and an extensive list of continental options. All ingredients all locally sourced with a focus on free-range and fair trade supplies. The luxurious rooms are individually decorated and come equipped with Egytian cotton linens, thick fluffy towels, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen smart TV, modern bathrooms and complimentary toiletries from Noble Isle. Conveniently located - the beach, town centre and Stephen Joseph Theatre can all be reached in 15 minutes on foot. The famous cliff lift leading to Scarborough Spa complex can be reached in a minutes walk. Free parking is provided either on our private driveway or by free permit for on-street spaces. Helpful hosts live on-site and are available to answer any questions you may have.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Free parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jeffrey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The breakfast was incredible, there could be no possible improvement. The room was amazing and the location of the hotel was ideal. The owners / hosts were totally lovely.”
  • Kathy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Extremely welcoming and very friendly hosts. High quality fit and finish. Amazing breakfast! Can’t wait to visit again.”
  • Beverley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Everything was excellent, food was great and very friendly owner would recommend highly”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 240 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

The Waves is a beautiful Victorian villa built around 1870. The property has been thoughtfully restored and contains many original features. Our seven rooms are individually designed and decorated with reclaimed wooden furnishings. We are passionate about making your stay at the Waves special so please do not hesitate to contact us should you require anything at all during your stay. The Waves is not suitable for children under the age of 12, nor do we accept pets.

Property information

Our 7 rooms are individually designed and decorated to a high standard, bathrooms feature rainfall showers. The property has been beautifully restored and retains many original features. Our guests' comfort is our top priority so they are equipped with high thread count Egyptian cotton bed linen, thick luxurious towels and goose down and feather pillows. They have televisions, well-stocked tea and coffee trays and hairdryers. We have a guest lounge complete with books, board games and jukebox for our guests' enjoyment. We serve an excellent breakfast in our attractive dining room using the best local produce. We are well located for all major attractions in Scarborough - less than a mile from the station, Stephen Joseph Theatre and town centre and just 0.5 miles from Scarborough Spa and the South Bay.

Neighbourhood information

Our immediate surroundings; We are situated in the South Cliff area of South Bay and are around a 12 - 15 minute walk to the town centre, station, beach and Spa Complex. The nearest local shops are in the Ramshill area – these include a post office, pubs, Sainsburys Local with cash machine, cafes, pharmacy, taxi firm and local takeaways.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Waves
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linen
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
General
  • Adult only
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Waves takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 17:00

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash The Waves accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Waves in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Waves

  • The prices at The Waves may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at The Waves include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Single

  • The Waves offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • The Waves is 0.8 miles from the centre of Scarborough. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at The Waves is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • Guests staying at The Waves can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish