116 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough, YO12 7QZ, United Kingdom
#6 of 72 B&Bs and Inns in Scarborough
Guests' ChoiceBased on 624 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.7
Facilities
9.6
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.8
Free WiFi
9.4
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 13 June 2024
Marianne
United KingdomHave just stayed at The Almar and from the moment I stepped through the front door, I was made to feel so welcome. Julie and John work tirelessly to ensure everyone feels included and they are wonderful hosts. Having the bar is a meeting place for customers to get to know each other and it made my stay extra special. Breakfast was great and the rooms are comfortable, spotless and have everything you need for a relaxing stay. Thank you Julie and John, you really are fabulous hosts.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 13 June 2024
Diane
United KingdomThere was nothing to dislike.
John and Julie were great. Exceptional hosts so helpful kind and accommodating, especially with my husband has he has a sight problem. Fantastic breakfast too.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 11 June 2024
David
United KingdomThe hosts were very welcoming and provided very comfortable accommodation. Fab breakfast and free parking a bonus.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Luca
United KingdomJohn and Julie were absolutely lovely. Breakfast was great, lovely environment. Very very good place
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 6 June 2024
John
United KingdomBathroom was a little cramped and lacked a shaver socket but this was a minor inconvenience.
Breakfasts were really good. Plenty of choice and generous portions. Room was comfortable with plenty of storage space. Our room was cleaned every day and the tea/coffee tray was refilled each day.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Royston
United KingdomEverything was spot on . Couldn't fault anything
The room was clean plenty of storage . The bathroom was clean and the shower easy to use. The hosts john and Julie were so friendly and welcoming. And the breakfast was cooked to perfection. The bar was very well stocked and reasonably priced .
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 4 June 2024
Rosemarie
United KingdomNot a didn’t like but the bathroom was small.
Lovely and welcoming, very clean, great location for Scarborough Open Air Theatre, amazing breakfast.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Karla
United KingdomNA
Lovely owners. Stunning breakfast. Great location for the open air theatre. Bar. Cosy atmosphere.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Denise
United KingdomEverything was excellent , John and Julie make you feel so welcome,when going to scarbourgh I wouldnt stay anywhere else .
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024
Rodgers
United KingdomVery good host and a very well stocked bar .The breakfast was amazing talking to other guests most of them come on a regular basis
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Deborah
United KingdomNo wi-fi on the top floor but not a problem
Best Breakfast ever 😘
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomJulie was great as a hostess, friendly. Well stocked bar, nice chatting to Julie and other guests in the evening. Good wholesome breakfast, and plenty of choice. Probably the best guest house I have stayed in. Will be back for certain.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
John
United KingdomThe shower was a bit cramped for us oldies
Friendly hosts, very welcomig. Good beakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Ian
United KingdomNothing at all to dislike.!
Very easy to find.Parking outside of property. Very easy check in. Hosts are super friendly. Room was a good size. Very comfy bed and pillows. Good bathroom with a good shower. Plenty of hot water. Plenty of tea, coffee sugar etc and the added bonus of choccy biscuits! One of the best stocked bars I've seen in a B&B and reasonably priced. Didn't have breakfast as I'm not a breakfast person, however, if the packed lunch they provided for me is anything to go by, (see photo) then the breakfast will be awesome!! I travel all over the country with work and If I'm ever in Scarborough again for work, I will definitely try and book here! Honestly one of the best places I've stayed in! Thank you Julie and John for a great night's stay!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
K&j
United KingdomEverything! You couldn't meet a kinder, warm hearted couple, exceptional hospitality and a fabulous breakfast. Thanks again John &Julie x
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 16 May 2024
Joanne
United KingdomI honestly don’t think anything could have made our stay any better. Wonderful hosts Thankyou
Breakfast was wonderful really e noted by myself and partner
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Brian
United KingdomThe Owners Went to a Lot of Trouble to make us Feel Welcome, Little Things like Bottles of Free water and Little Sweet treats. A bar at a B and B is quite Rare so this too was a Bonus
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 May 2024
June
United KingdomThis B & B is absolutely fantastic. Requested earlier arrival than planned, no issue and a parking permit was provided free of charge. Host John offered to take bags to room, and provided all information required. Breakfast time slots offered which was great, able to choose own. Room spacious and had everything, including, towels, toiletries, refreshments, iron/iron board, TV and hot chocolate. Spotlessly clean. Breakfast exceptional, prepared by John, with fresh quality ingredients, juice cereals, yoghurts, cooked breakfasts, croissants, brie & bacon, beans or egg on toast. Everything brought to you by Julie, so no foods are left out to go dry or open to contamination, being informed we could order extra if required. I am not a drinker (husband is!) and we frequented the bar, each evening after arriving back, sitting chatting to Julie & John along with other guests. This was a really great stay and exceptional Guest house. THANKS JULIE & JOHN
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 May 2024
Kate
United KingdomNothing
Felt at home immediately. Great hosts and good location. Excellent breakfast and friendly bar to get to know your fellow guests.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Sally
United KingdomFab breakfast
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 30 April 2024
Jamie
United KingdomNothing
This property was extremely clean John and Julie was very happy to help and very accommodating cant wait to go back
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 April 2024
Ashley
United KingdomNothing not to like
John and Julie where fantastic hosts Made us feel very welcome and keep a very clean guest house breakfast was fantastic and definitely recommend for your next stay in Scarborough
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Ian
United KingdomExcellent service, John and Julie couldn't do enough, booking a taxi for us to make sure we reached our show we were visiting for and checking you had everything you needed. Room had a well stocked complimentary tray for our return so we could have a drink and a biscuit. Next morning an excellent breakfast with a comprehensive range was offered. Perfect spot for an overnight Scarborough visit.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Lee
United KingdomN/A
The place was very warm and clean
Stayed in April 2024
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