Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered?

A complimentary on-the-go breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:30 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35, subject to availability.

What accessibility features does the property offer?

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

Where is the property located in relation to key attractions?

The property is located 0.5 miles from Scarborough Beach and 2 minutes by car from the beach. It is also 6 minutes from Block Island Ferry and 3.4 miles from The Towers.

Scarborough Beach Motel in Narragansett

Average nightly price at Scarborough Beach Motel by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$93
February	US$97
March	US$96
April	US$131
May	US$187
June	US$240
July	US$292
August	US$306
September	US$244
October	US$203
November	US$160
December	US$105

What guests think

Across many reviews, travellers describe Scarborough Beach Motel as a clean, no-frills spot directly across from Scarborough Beach, praising easy beach access and simple comforts, while noting compact rooms, small bathrooms, and occasional musty or damp odors.

Most describe staff as warm and accommodating, though a few mention strict policies and fees for early check-in. Noise from thin walls or nearby areas and small maintenance issues (for example, a faulty hair dryer) appear in some stays. Amenities are basic, with a simple grab-and-go breakfast and no pool, and nearby dining can be limited in the off-season. Overall, expect a straightforward beach base where the location is the star.

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Facilities

Amenities are minimal: a simple grab-and-go breakfast (coffee and bagels) is provided, and there is no pool. A few guests noted vending/ice limitations and tight parking.

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Juanita

23 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We knew checkout was at 11 am and decided to walk to beach for quick walk and view about 10:15. We returned at 10:45-10:50 to find our room locked and key didn’t work. We still had a few items still in the room although we had loaded some of our luggage earlier before our walk. The manager saw us I guess not able to enter our room and came over with his master key to unlock room. Going for coffee early was a bit of hassle too my travel companion said. Property was clean, quiet and close to beach, with bagel breakfast with juice and coffee.

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Debra

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no pool…I thought there was. Breakfast was bagels an coffee. The place was clean and a short walk to the beach. For the price, I paid, a pool would have been wat I wanted.

10

Peter

21 Sept 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Superb rooms and a nice little continental breakfast

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Sonja

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel location is excellent. But it was not worth $350. They don’t have an ice machine and charge you for ice/water. They exactly charge you for everything!!! Charge for an early check in and no late check out. The breakfast is only bagels & they watch you making it. The room was fairly clean but the floor is so sandy(guess that’s the cost of being near beach).

10

David

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night in October to visit our daughter at URI. The room had an amazing ocean view, and the sunrise was gorgeous! Although quite small, the room was very clean and updated. The staff were friendly and thorough. The breakfast was underwhelming, but did the trick! We would definitely stay again!

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Theresa

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was a good size but it was right next to the area where the staff washes linens. So in the morning there was a lot of noise that was right up against where the headboard of the bed was. That lasted for over an hour…daily. Parking on the backside of the motel is tight and people didn’t park in between the lines and I was forced to park in a non marked spot. I did put my parking pass on my dash though. There was a slight step up to the room from the door that was marked with worn yellow tape. The bed was super comfortable. Bathroom was clean. There was a dehumidifier in the room in addition to the a/c so it was a bit noisy. I shut the dehumidifier off after it became full and I emptied it. I was so excited to stay here because of my stay last year. This stay was meh.

10

Thomas

30 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Place was tight across street from beach had coffee and tea and bagels in the morning included. Owners very helpful and friendly.eil definitely be back.

10

John

12 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I had an excellent stay. The room was comfortable & basic. The location is great, across from the beach. My room was on an alley between the motel & its restaurant. The soda machines were out of order though the receptionist could access drinks upstairs. A reasonably priced ideally located motel on a truly beautiful seashore.

10

Vicree

3 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the location directly across from Scarborough Beach. Staff is efficient and friendly. The room was extremely clean and updated recently. Free coffee and bagels in the morning! Highly recommend for a visit to the area.

10

Amalia

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

I WISH IT HAD A POOL

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Cleanliness

Many guests highlight very clean rooms and well-kept grounds. Others reported occasional musty or damp smells, sandy or dirty floors, and inconsistent detailing.

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Esther

15 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel was in a great location directly across the street from the beach. Outside property of the motel was very very nice. Room amenities were good as well but our room at a very very musty smell that did not seem to diminish while we were there. Other than that, I would highly recommend this motel.

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Jaclyn

27 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room smelled like bleach. Which led us to believe the room was clean. There dirty fingerprint marks on the walls next to the toilet. There brown/red smudges on the bathroom door and door frame. The pillows were extremely flat and uncomfortable. The odor of bleach was so strong we both woke up with headaches. Neither of us felt comfortable showering based on what the shower looked like. The room was way too expensive for the condition it was in. We stayed in multiple inns and hotels in the area over a week that were cheaper and a 100 times cleaner and nicer.

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David

13 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beds are comfortable. Rooms are very clean.

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Robert

8 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Could tell they have worked on this property recently to update. That being said, walking barefoot on the floor turned our feet black. The transition from the shower to the bathroom floor was loose. The hair dryer did not work. One of the usb ports for charging did not work, there was drywall dust on the molding in the bathroom, and the pillows were like cinder blocks. Also I’m told the smell from breakfast made its way into our room as we were adjacent to the lobby/ breakfast area and there is a door adjoining the two that’s likely not well sealed. The staff was very friendly and helped me with one issue I had. Also being right across the street from the beach was a huge plus. I’d think about staying somewhere else before coming back there but wouldn’t rule it out. Was just a lot of little things.

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Richard

9 Jul 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Felt dirty.

6

Sonja

12 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The motel location is excellent. But it was not worth $350. They don’t have an ice machine and charge you for ice/water. They exactly charge you for everything!!! Charge for an early check in and no late check out. The breakfast is only bagels & they watch you making it. The room was fairly clean but the floor is so sandy(guess that’s the cost of being near beach).

8

Nancy

4 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean, staff very pleasant.

10

Allison-Dori

11 Jan 2026

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Stayed 1 night

From check-in to check-out, my experience staying at the Scarborough Beach Motel is ALWAYS top notch. The interactions with staff are super lovely and my rooms are always super clean and cozy to stay in. I will always highly recommend staying here if ever someone is going out to the area! It’s been my top choice for the past 5 years and it will continue to be!

10

christopher

26 May 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and convenient

10

Kathy

27 Sept 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We have stayed here 5 or 6 years now. The motel is always clean, and the staff are very helpful and nice. It's always quiet in September and we just love it here.

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Rooms

Rooms are compact with tiny bathrooms, some offering ocean views. Comfort is generally fine, but guests sometimes report thin walls and noise, dampness or musty air, dated touches, and occasional issues like hard pillows or spotty Wi-Fi.

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Greg

4 Aug 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Stayed in an updated king size room. The room was clean, the bed was uncomfortable , pillows weren’t great. Great location. Owners are nice. 😊

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jeffrey

2 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Rooms feel a bit damp even with AC on. Perhaps small dehumidifiers would help. As for the rooms basic but nice. Small fridge with actual freezer so you can buy ice cream for later. Small ice cream and food place I don't think they have an indoor place but they have picnic tables and umbrellas. Shower had built in bench great for getting sand from between toes. Staff was wonderful. This was our second year going. Just so you know out of state is only $12 for any of the beaches. If you walk on it's free . Being a smoker it was nice to have chairs outside each room with a table and ashtray. All things considered great quiet place to stay..

8

Kristine F.

9 Jul 2024

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Stayed 1 night

It was nice to have 3 beds in one room. Good for large family. Only downside was my Wi-Fi kept going out and has a small bathroom. Overall everyone was extremely helpful and it was a short nice walk across to the beach. I would stay again.

10

Nicholas

14 Jul 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very nice room with view

6

Stephen

13 May 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

tiny bathroom

6

Alex

19 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Pros: Was able to check in early. Great location near the beach. Cons: Other guests were loud which you could hear from the room even after 10p.m. Room was dated and small.

10

Sharon

14 Jul 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Right across from the beach. My only complaint is g to he shower is small. But I recommend it!!

6

Theresa

14 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was a good size but it was right next to the area where the staff washes linens. So in the morning there was a lot of noise that was right up against where the headboard of the bed was. That lasted for over an hour…daily. Parking on the backside of the motel is tight and people didn’t park in between the lines and I was forced to park in a non marked spot. I did put my parking pass on my dash though. There was a slight step up to the room from the door that was marked with worn yellow tape. The bed was super comfortable. Bathroom was clean. There was a dehumidifier in the room in addition to the a/c so it was a bit noisy. I shut the dehumidifier off after it became full and I emptied it. I was so excited to stay here because of my stay last year. This stay was meh.

10

Kate

15 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Scarborough Beach Hotel is perfect for beach lovers in Narragansett. Nothing fancy. Easy walk across street to the beach; leave car at hotel and avoid parking fees. Rooms are clean and very well designed - though they may feel small at first the furniture and layout kept us comfortable throughout the day and night. Staff is friendly and helps with any request.

8

john

20 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

we were fortunate to have a view of the ocean from our room rooms were clean but small walls were thin but all in all it was comfortable ,

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating. A minority reported strict policies and fees (such as early check-in) or tense interactions.

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Jeff

27 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

I booked a non-refundable room. The day before my trip my wife tests positive for Covid. The fishing boat I was going on won’t let me on board. The fishing capt allowed me to postpone. I call the hotel. Nope. Can’t reschedule. Call hotels.com. They call hotel. Nope. Then I get a note saying we charged you for one night which was all I booked. Hope we get your business again. Right.

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Deanne

24 May 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

I love staying at the Scarborough Motel- It is our favorite motel and I will always stay there. I was disappointed that we were charged an early "check in fee" when we were the only guests there and our room was ready for us.

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John

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff was 10/10

10

Alexander

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel in a good location. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

8

Kevin

5 Sept 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I screwed up and reserved a room for one night but intended two. At check-in, although I had to switch rooms for night 2, they fixed me up and both rooms were nice. Very helpful and friendly staff. Would recommend to friends.

10

Samantha

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Had a great time! The staff was amazing!

6

Richard

7 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Property was nice. They advertised for early check-in, but they charge an additional $35 for the convenience. Appears to be a bit deceptive. Polite staff and great location.

10

Khin

7 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Right across from the beach!! Really nice place!! The check in was smooth and they didn’t charge us for early check in. Super friendly people!!

4

Tracie

29 Aug 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We never ended up staying here. I called to see if we could get a different room or a cot to accommodate 2 more people and the owner went off on me! Told me I could not not have any more people in the room and that if another car was in the lot they’d tow it or boot it. It was just a question! I was terrified that d sad I done would stop by and get their car towed, so we stayed somewhere else. We had to pay the first night too.

10

christopher

1 Jan 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very quiet. The front desk clerk was just outstanding. !!! No problems at all.

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Location

Excellent beach access directly across from Scarborough Beach, with ocean views and proximity to local sights. Many find it convenient for walks and short drives to dining and the ferry.

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maria

28 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The view of the beach. Easy access to the beach. You can just walk from the hotel across the street to the beach.

10

Drina

5 Jun 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Walking across the street to our favorite beach was awesome!

10

Sharon

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The ocean is right across the street. Convenient. Owners are very nice!

10

Philippe

2 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location, right in front of Scarborough Beach.

8

Tammy

30 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Family visit for a Special Olympics Plunge. Nice clean place to get some rest. Staff was very nice. Across the street from Scarborough beach

10

Alexander

23 Feb 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great hotel in a good location. The staff is always friendly and helpful.

10

Brian

1 Jun 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to the beach, and close to block island ferry. Are family had a great time .

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Carolyn

26 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very short walk to Scarborough Beach.

10

Catherine

12 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect location - right across the street from the beach. Hotel was small, but clean, met all our needs. Staff was very nice.

10

Eileen

19 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

great location!

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Dining

Breakfast is a basic grab-and-go setup of coffee and bagels, seen as handy by some and underwhelming by others. Nearby options, including a seasonal spot next door, may be limited in the off-season.

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Jean

13 Oct 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We chose this hotel because of the price, cleanliness, and location. Unfortunately, we came after dark and did not enjoy the beach across the street. The next morning wind and rain storm and put the power out as we were getting packed to leave. very friendly staff and cute lobby with a little breakfast. It meant all of our needs. would love to come back in the summer.

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Maryann

13 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The property was clean and well maintained. I would suggest not only vacumming the room but also washing the floors in the room as well as the bathroom. The pads on the mops I saw being used were very dirty. I think they should be changed, for good health reasons, after each room is wiped down. I would have liked to see more choices for breakfast such as fresh fruit in season, whole wheat toast, and or small containers of yogurt

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Lisa

3 Sept 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Scarborough Beach Motel! The grab and go breakfast (coffee and bagels) was a life saver, too!

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Debra

7 Aug 2024

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Stayed 1 night

There was no pool…I thought there was. Breakfast was bagels an coffee. The place was clean and a short walk to the beach. For the price, I paid, a pool would have been wat I wanted.

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Amanda

19 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great property, right across the street from the beach. Many dining options. The pizza place and the ice cream shop attached to the motel were not open during our stay. The motel was clean and convenient

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Kristopher

13 Jun 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Staff was pleasant and helpful to us. Room was clean. Townes were pilly and could use updating. There were things stuck on the wall in the bathroom. That was kind of gross. Breakfast was weak, a loaf of bread and frozen bagels. Hotel has beautiful view of the ocean. Can walk to beach across the street

10

David

24 Oct 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We stayed for one night in October to visit our daughter at URI. The room had an amazing ocean view, and the sunrise was gorgeous! Although quite small, the room was very clean and updated. The staff were friendly and thorough. The breakfast was underwhelming, but did the trick! We would definitely stay again!

10

Vicree

3 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

We loved the location directly across from Scarborough Beach. Staff is efficient and friendly. The room was extremely clean and updated recently. Free coffee and bagels in the morning! Highly recommend for a visit to the area.

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Alyssia

29 Dec 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was an amazing place to stay, but beware in the off season there are few places around to eat at because they close in the winter. Perfect for a winter birding trip though! Would have liked some larger bath towels and more than 1 per person, but we made it work. The shower had amazing water pressure, but the temperature was a bit finicky. REALLY appreciate the fact that there was a mini fridge AND freezer so we coukd refreeze our cold packs for the long trip home.

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Sharon

20 Jul 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

The beach is right across the street. Dad’s restaurant is right there for meals and ice cream. These owners are great!

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Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
1 $146	2 $146	3 $146	4 $146	5 $136	6 $185	7 $215
8 $127	9 $127	10 $127	11 $127	12 $127	13 $146	14 $170
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22 $146	23 $146	24 $136	25 $136	26	27	28
29 $136	30 $137

Scarborough Beach Motel

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Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

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