The Grand Hotel

A Unique Venue for Conferences, Events & Celebrations
The Grand Hotel Scarborough is more than just a place to stay — it’s one of the most iconic and historically significant buildings on the Yorkshire coast. Standing proudly above South Bay since 1867, this Victorian landmark is a symbol of Scarborough’s heritage and charm, offering a truly unique setting for business and private events alike.

Our conference and event facilities, located in the heart of central Scarborough, provide flexible spaces to suit a wide variety of occasions — from training courses and boardroom meetings to full-scale conferences, exhibitions, and private dinner parties. Whether you're hosting a corporate seminar or an intimate celebration, we offer the versatility to make your event a success.

Guests and delegates alike can enjoy breathtaking sea views from many of our rooms, adding a memorable backdrop to any meeting or event. With the ability to provide accommodation, catering, and entertainment all under one roof, the Grand Hotel Scarborough is ideally suited for multi-day events, residential conferences, and celebratory gatherings.
We also offer tailored packages for special occasions including Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, christenings, anniversaries, dinner dances, and more — all delivered with the traditional 
grandeur and coastal charm that only the Grand can offer.

From first impressions in our historic lobby to the final toast in one of our elegant function rooms, the Grand Hotel Scarborough is the ideal setting for your next event, business function, or special occasion.

The Palm Court Ballroom
This is a perfect location to hold a mid-sized event or exhibition and is located on the first floor which is accessible via the lift and then 12 stairs. The Palm Court ballroom can hold up to 150 people and has a dance floor.

The Cabaret Ballroom
This space is available in the daytime for exhibitions, craft fayres and meetings, and it is located on the ground floor of the hotel. The Cabaret Ballroom can hold up to 400 guests, 200 on the lower level and 200 more on the theatre style top level.

The Queen Victoria Room
This facility is perfect for smaller meetings, small exhibitions and training courses, and it is located on the ground floor of the hotel. We can arrange the room to suite specific requirements and needs for any event.

The Prince Albert Room
This facility is perfect for smaller meetings, small exhibitions and training courses, and it is located on the ground floor of the hotel. We can arrange the room to suite specific requirements and needs for any event.