Below you can find a whole range of answers to different questions about the hotel. If your question is not answered please get in touch with the hotel.
Rooms Questions
How many bedrooms do you have
We have 21 bedrooms in total, a mixture of classic double, classic deluxe, z-deluxe and suites
Do you have twin bedded rooms
We have rooms that can be changed to twin beds. Twin rooms must be requested at time of booking
Do you have family rooms
We do not have family rooms as such. We can add extra beds in bedrooms for children if requested on booking
How much is it for children to stay
£20.00 per child, per night, inclusive of Bed & Breakfast
Do you have a cot available for a baby / small child
We have cots available, please request on booking
Do you have air conditioning
We do not have air conditioning
Do you have fans in the bedrooms
A fan is stored in the bottom of the wardrobe in all of our bedrooms
Do you have a fridge in the room
We do not have a fridge in any of our bedrooms. If you require medication to be stored please ask at the reception desk and we can store this in our kitchen fridge securely
Do you have rooms with walk in showers
We have x1 classic double room located on the second floor, and x1 deluxe suite located on the first floor that have a walk-in shower. The rest of our bedrooms have a shower over the bath
Do you supply bath mats
We have bath mats available upon request
What are your room amenities
All our rooms have tea & coffee making facilities, iron and iron board, fan, hairdryer, television, hair & body wash
What is your largest room of the hotel
Our largest room is the Grouse Moor suite
What is the difference between your classic double rooms and deluxe rooms
As the building was once an old stately home, all of our bedrooms are of different shapes and sizes. Our classic double bedrooms are small in size, but cozy with a standard double bed. Our classic deluxe rooms again, some are more spacious than others with a standard double bed. Our z-deluxe rooms are more spacious and have a king size bed, that can also be made in to twin beds if requested. Our suites are the more spacious rooms in the hotel
Wedding Questions
How do we start planning our wedding
Now that you have secured your venue, it is the perfect time to start booking other key suppliers such as your photographer, wedding cake maker, transport (if needed), décor, and more. From there, you can begin to build a timeline for the day, with guidance from our experienced Wedding Co-ordinator, and start thinking about how to make each element of your celebration truly personal
As the big day gets closer, you will begin working on your seating chart, collecting dietary requirements and menu selections (if you upgrade to a choice menu), and finalising guest numbers
Our Wedding Co-ordinator will support you every step of the way and is always on hand to answer questions no matter how big or small
Do you offer bespoke packages
We understand that not every aspect of our wedding packages may suit you, therefore we can tailor this to suit your requirements. Please speak with our Wedding Co-ordinator to discuss packages further
How do I arrange a viewing
Contact the hotel directly on 01287 640515 (option 2) or e-mail weddings@grinkleparkhotel.co.uk to book your viewing
Are you licensed for legal ceremonies
All of our function rooms are licensed for civil ceremonies, including our beautiful gardens for outdoor ceremonies
How many guests can you accommodate day and night
We have a variety of elegantly proportioned function rooms that can accommodate numbers from 2 – 180 guests. Our Palmer Suite is the ideal space for weddings of a minimum of 50 guests, our Camellia room is perfect for more intimate wedding celebrations
Can we use our own suppliers
Yes of course. We have a list of tried, loved and trusted suppliers that we highly recommend, you can however source your own suppliers too.
What are your accommodation options
We have 21 bedrooms, for more information head to rooms. Our wedding packages include our bridal suite for the night of your wedding, and we offer set preferential rates for your guests to take advantage of. We also have x3 cottages on our hotel grounds
Can we have a live band or disco
Our resident DJ is available to add to your wedding packages and can tailor the playlist to your personal taste. If you are planning to feature a live band or musician, we would just require PAT and Public Liability Insurance Certificates for any entertainment you choose to provide
Do you have a sound system for music and microphone for speeches
We have a PA system that can be used for background music during the ceremony, drinks reception and wedding breakfast
What size tables do you offer and how many guests would you recommend we seat around each table
We have 5ft round tables that can seat up to 10 guests comfortably
Can we provide our own decorations
DIY-ing your own wedding can be lots of fun and means you can add a real personal touch
Is the venue accessible
All of our function rooms are situated on the ground floor and are fully accessible
How long would we have access to the venue
We offer access from 7am for suppliers to set up on the day of the wedding. Our bar is licensed until 12am
Do you allow confetti
We would not want you to miss out on the confetti shot! We do just ask that you use bio-degradable confetti as it is kinder to the environment
Do you allow fireworks
The hotel has a strict policy against fireworks and other pyrotechnics
Are dogs allowed
We welcome dogs in the ceremony and drinks reception spaces – after all, your dog is part of the family, and they deserve to be a special part of your wedding day. Dogs are not permitted in the food service areas, and therefore we recommend finding a dog sitter who can take care of them during the wedding breakfast and evening reception. Dogs are charged at £10.00 per night, and cannot be left unattended in our bedrooms
General Questions
What are your check in and check out times
Check in is from 3pm onwards and check out is by 11am.
Do you offer a late check out
As a rule we do not offer a late check out, this could be something arranged closer to the time of your stay, depending on business in the hotel for check in time and turn around of cleaning the room.
Do you have onsite parking
We have our own car park which is free of charge
Do you have electric car charging points
Not at present. The nearest car charging point is in Loftus TS13 4JL – 5 minutes drive from the hotel
Where is your nearest Petrol Station
Scaling Dam – 5 minutes drive away
How far is the nearest Airport
Teesside Airport is our closest airport 31 miles, approximately 45 minutes drive There is Newcastle Airport 44 miles, approximately 60 minutes drive
How far is the nearest Train Station
Saltburn train station is a 15 minutes drive away or Middlesbrough train station a 30 minutes drive away
Do you have wheelchair access into the hotel
We have wheelchair access on the ground floor to the lounge, bar, restaurant areas, however not to the bedrooms
Do you have ground floor rooms
We do not have ground floor bedrooms
Do you have a lift
We do not have a lift. All rooms are accessible by stairs. A member of our team will be more than happy to assist with luggage. If you require a bedroom as close as possible to the top of the stairs, please contact the hotel directly.
Do you have a swimming pool or any leisure facilities
We do not have a swimming pool or any leisure facilities. We are surrounded by some amazing countryside and beaches perfect for walking or running – just a short drive away
Do you have an outside seating area
We have a large garden at the back of the hotel which has lots of seating areas
Do you have free WIFI
We have WIFI available free of charge to hotel residents
Where is good to visit in the local area
Whitby, Robin Hoods Bay, Staithes, Runswick Bay Beach, North Yorkshire Moors, Grosmont, Danby Visitors Centre, Saltburn
Are you on a public transport route
We are not on a public transport route. The nearest place to catch a bus would be from the next village in Easington, or our reception team would be happy to call a taxi for you. Uber is available in our area also
What payment options do you have available
We are a cashless hotel therefore any card payments will be accepted apart from Amex, we also accept google pay and apple pay
Dining Questions
Do you have a bar and lounge area
We have a main bar and spacious lounge areas located on the ground floor of the hotel
What time do you serve dinner
Dinner service starts from 6pm and last orders are taken for 8pm
What time do you serve breakfast
Breakfast is served Monday to Friday 7.30am to 9.30am / Saturday and Sunday 8.00am to 10.00am
What time do you serve Afternoon Tea
Monday to Saturday 2pm to 5pm / Sunday 2.30pm to 5pm (subject to availability)
Do you need to book for dinner
A booking time is preferred, but if not, we will as you for a preferred time on check in at the hotel
Do you need to book for breakfast
No need to book for breakfast
Do you need to book for Afternoon Tea
Yes – we require bookings for Afternoon Tea
Do you serve Sunday lunch
We serve Sunday Lunch from 12 noon to 2pm (subject to availability)
Do you offer a child’s menu
We have a child’s menu available upon request
Does the dinner menu change regularly
Our dinner menu changes monthly. There is a good choice of freshly made dishes available daily also alongside this our bar snack menu is available
Do you have a sample menu
This can be seen on our website or contact the hotel directly
Do you cater for individual dietary requirements
We cater for all dietary requirements. Please make us aware on booking
Do you accept group bookings
For group bookings please contact the hotel directly for the best available rate
Do you offer private dining for celebrations
We can offer private dining subject to availability. Please contact the hotel directly.
Dog Questions
Do you have dog friendly rooms
We have x2 classic double and x2 deluxe double rooms that are dog friendly (subject to availability). Bookings must be made directly at the hotel.
Do you have non dog friendly rooms
Yes – all of our other 17 bedrooms are non dog friendly rooms
What floor are the dog friendly rooms on
We have x1 classic double and x2 deluxe double on the first floor and x1 classic double on the second floor
What is your dog policy
If bringing a dog bookings must be made directly at the hotel. Dogs are allowed everywhere in the hotel apart from our main restaurant. Dining with your dog a table will be set in our conservatory for dinner and breakfast. Dogs must not be left unattended in the room. You will need to bring your own bedding, food, etc
Conference Questions
Do you offer a day delegate rate for a conference
We offer a conference package which includes room hire, tea & coffee, lunch and AV equipment. Please contact the hotel directly to speak to the Events Team for further information and rates.
How many function rooms do you have
We have 3 function rooms. Veranda seats upto 20 guests, Camelia seats upto 40 guests and Palmer Suite seats upto 120 guests
Are the function rooms accessible
All our function rooms are located on the ground floor via the main entrance, there are no steps into the building
