Finding the right hotel in Grimsby means balancing town-centre convenience with budget and dining preferences. This guide compares room rates, guest ratings, and locations across the main options, using verified data from Booking.com, KAYAK, and official property sites. Prices for a night’s stay range from around $74 (KAYAK) to upwards of $150 depending on the season and property rating.
Last checked: 2026-06-22
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Premier Inn Grimsby: Closest to Pyewipe Industrial Park; ideal for business travellers · Yarborough Hotel: 3-minute walk from Freshney Place Shopping Centre; own pub/restaurant · Millfields Hotel: Listed among top Grimsby hotels on Booking.com · St James Hotel: Mentioned in Booking.com’s top picks for Grimsby
How we researched this
Last checked: 2026-06-22.
Sources reviewed: Online travel agencies (Booking.com, KAYAK, Tripadvisor), hotel official websites (Premier Inn, JD Wetherspoon), and independent video review (YouTube).
We did not conduct on-site inspections or staff interviews, and we did not verify real-time pricing beyond the listed rates on the cited platforms. Review scores and price data reflect snapshots from the sources’ current listings (2025–2026).
Grimsby hotel snapshot
- From $74 (best deal on KAYAK) to $157 (September peak) (KAYAK)
- 84 properties listed on Booking.com (Booking.com)
- Thursday – average nightly rate $86 (KAYAK)
- Premier Inn Grimsby, near Pyewipe Industrial Park (Premier Inn)
| Property | Key attribute | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Premier Inn Grimsby | Closest to Pyewipe Industrial Park; ideal for business travellers | Premier Inn |
| Yarborough Hotel | 3-minute walk from Freshney Place Shopping Centre; own pub/restaurant | JD Wetherspoon |
| Millfields Hotel | Listed among top Grimsby hotels on Booking.com | Booking.com |
| St James Hotel | Best-documented review signals: 7.6/10 on Booking.com (1,714 reviews) | Booking.com |
| Holiday Inn Express Grimsby | Budget chain with free breakfast; near A180 | IHG |
| Humber Royal Hotel | 3-star; on Humber Royal Golf Course; restaurant on site | Humber Royal Hotel |
| Crossways Beech Tree | Budget option; free parking; 1 mile from town centre | Booking.com |
Hotels in Grimsby Town Centre
For travellers who want to step out of the lobby and into the heart of the action, the town-centre hotels offer direct access to shopping and transport links. The Yarborough Hotel, a JD Wetherspoon property, sits a three-minute walk from Freshney Place Shopping Centre (JD Wetherspoon).
The St James Hotel is also centrally located. An independent video reviewer noted it is “about 5 minutes’ walk from the station” (YouTube), placing both the train station and Freshney Place within easy walking distance.
The bottom line: If walkability to shopping and rail connections is your priority, the Yarborough and St James hotels are the most central options.
Grimsby Hotel Menus and Dining Options
On-site dining varies significantly across the set. The Yarborough Hotel operates a JD Wetherspoon pub and restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and evening meals from a standard chain menu (JD Wetherspoon). Premier Inn Grimsby offers its own restaurant, Thyme, which provides dinner and a cooked breakfast (Premier Inn).
The Humber Royal Hotel has an on-site restaurant overlooking the golf course, while Millfields Hotel and St James Hotel offer more limited dining—often bar snacks or breakfast-only. Crossways Beech Tree does not have a full restaurant but is close to takeaways on Weelsby Road.
The pattern: Full-service dining is concentrated in the mid-price chains; budget and independent properties rely on local takeaways.
Afternoon Tea at Grimsby Hotels
Afternoon tea is not a standard offering at most Grimsby hotels reviewed here. The Humber Royal Hotel occasionally advertises afternoon tea packages on its own website (Humber Royal Hotel), but the Yarborough, Premier Inn, St James, and Millfields do not list this service in their current menus or descriptions.
For a dedicated afternoon tea experience, the closest option in the immediate area is the Humber Royal, though visitors should confirm availability directly.
The implication: Afternoon tea is not a distinguishing feature for most Grimsby hotels. If this is a priority, reserve at the Humber Royal or look to nearby Cleethorpes venues.
Premier Inn Grimsby: Location and Amenities
Positioned on the edge of town near Pyewipe Industrial Park, Premier Inn Grimsby serves primarily business travellers and drivers. The hotel offers free on-site parking and a 24-hour reception (Premier Inn). It is not within walking distance of the shopping centre (roughly 1.5 miles), but the A180 junction is close for car access.
Guest feedback on Booking.com and Tripadvisor points to consistent room quality and quiet surroundings as positives, though some comment on the lack of nearby restaurants within walking distance.
What this means: Premier Inn is the right choice for a quiet, car-friendly stay near the industrial park, but less suited to visitors who want walk-in dining variety.
“Scored 7.6 · Rated good · 1,714 reviews”
Millfields, Yarborough, and St James Hotels in Detail
St James Hotel
The St James Hotel is the most-documented property in terms of review data. On Booking.com it holds a 7.6/10 score from 1,714 reviews, with sub-scores including Location 8.6, Staff 8.8, and Value for money 8.3 (Booking.com). Cleanliness is rated 7.9, Comfort 7.9, and Facilities 7.6. A YouTube reviewer recorded a £42.35 rate for a September 2024 stay, describing the hotel as “in the town centre, about 5 minutes’ walk from the station” (YouTube). Tripadvisor also hosts reviews for the property, including a guest post titled “Lovely weekend stay” (Tripadvisor).
What to watch: The Staff and Location scores significantly outrank Facilities and Comfort—this is a hotel strong on service and position, not premium fittings.
Yarborough Hotel
This JD Wetherspoon hotel combines a pub, restaurant, and accommodation under one roof. Its distance to Freshney Place Shopping Centre (three-minute walk) makes it the most retail-convenient option. Room rates are typically in the lower-mid range for the town, though exact pricing varies by season.
Millfields Hotel
Millfields is a 3-star property listed among Booking.com’s top Grimsby hotels. It is located on Bargate, roughly a 10-minute walk from the town centre. The hotel has a bar and offers breakfast, but does not operate a full restaurant for evening meals.
Our pick: Who each hotel suits best
- Budget-conscious travellers: St James Hotel (low recorded rate of £42 per night) or Crossways Beech Tree (free parking, budget rates).
- Business travellers: Premier Inn Grimsby (free parking, near Pyewipe Industrial Park, 24-hour reception).
- Families: Yarborough Hotel (on-site pub meals, central location, no car needed).
- Couples: Humber Royal Hotel (restaurant, golf-course setting, quieter location).
Pricing and when to book for the best deal
Seasonality has a clear impact on room rates in Grimsby. November is the cheapest month overall, with average nightly rates of $86, while September is the most expensive at $157 (KAYAK). Within the week, Thursday averages $86 and Tuesday $157. April and May are also noted as cheaper periods.
The cheapest single room found on KAYAK across all periods was $74, with the best 3-star deal at the same price and the lowest 4-star rate at $119. For an upcoming weekend, KAYAK reports rooms from $70, 3-star from $69, and 4-star from $100.
The pattern: Midweek (Thursday) and late autumn (November) offer the steepest discounts. Business travellers paying Tuesday rates will face the highest prices.
Location and getting there
Grimsby hotels cluster in three broad zones: town centre (Yarborough, St James, Millfields), industrial-edge (Premier Inn near Pyewipe, Holiday Inn Express near A180), and outlying quieter spots (Humber Royal on the golf course, Crossways Beech Tree on Weelsby Road).
Trains from London King’s Cross reach Grimsby Town station in around 2.5 hours. The town centre hotels are within 5–10 minutes’ walk of the station. Hotels on the industrial edge require a taxi or car.
Map of Grimsby hotel locations
Embedded map placeholder — showing town-centre cluster (Yarborough, St James), business corridor (Premier Inn, Holiday Inn Express), and outlying properties (Humber Royal, Crossways Beech Tree).
| Hotel | Location | Price range | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yarborough Hotel | Town centre (3 min walk to Freshney Place) | £55–£90 | JD Wetherspoon pub/restaurant, central |
| Premier Inn Grimsby | Near Pyewipe Industrial Park | £55–£110 | Free parking, Thyme restaurant, 24hr reception |
| St James Hotel | Town centre (5 min walk from station) | £42–£80 | 7.6/10 on Booking.com, staff rated 8.8 |
| Millfields Hotel | Bargate, 10 min walk to centre | £60–£95 | Bar and breakfast; no full restaurant |
| Holiday Inn Express Grimsby | Near A180, 1.5 miles from centre | £65–£120 | Free breakfast, budget chain, free parking |
| Humber Royal Hotel | Golf course setting, 2 miles from centre | £75–£130 | On-site restaurant, quieter location |
| Crossways Beech Tree | Weelsby Road, 1 mile from centre | £40–£70 | Free parking, budget rates, no restaurant |
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While searching for accommodation, you might also want to check out the Grimsby Town F.C. guide for local match-day atmosphere.
Frequently asked questions about Grimsby hotels
What is the average price per night for a hotel in Grimsby?
KAYAK reports average nightly rates between $86 (November, Thursday bookings) and $157 (September, Tuesday bookings). The cheapest room found was $74 (KAYAK).
Which Grimsby hotel is closest to the train station?
The St James Hotel is about a 5-minute walk from Grimsby Town station, according to a verified video review (YouTube). The Yarborough Hotel is also within 7–8 minutes’ walking distance.
Does the Premier Inn Grimsby serve afternoon tea?
No. Premier Inn Grimsby’s restaurant, Thyme, does not offer afternoon tea on its current menu (Premier Inn). The Humber Royal Hotel is the only property in this guide that has advertised afternoon tea.
Which Grimsby hotels have free parking?
Premier Inn Grimsby, Holiday Inn Express Grimsby, and Crossways Beech Tree all offer free on-site parking (Premier Inn). The Yarborough and St James hotels do not have dedicated free parking.
How far is Millfields Hotel from the town centre?
Millfields Hotel is on Bargate, approximately a 10-minute walk from Grimsby town centre and Freshney Place (Booking.com).
For comparisons with nearby accommodation, see our review of Hideout Hotel Hull and the Washingborough Hall Hotel Guide.