This is an advert for September 2024 and based on a visit in September 2024. Some photos in this post were taken on previous visits. As always, please do check with venues direct for the most up-to-date information as this can change.
We recently stayed at Hiba Lodge, Cayton Bay and were super impressed. I think Cayton Bay is the best holiday park I've ever stayed at in terms of facilities for all ages and location.
Hiba Lodge is a privately owned three bedroom lodge with enclosed wrap around decking (and a hammock!), full kitchen with a proper fridge freezer, dishwasher and even washing machine and two toilets.
It's a real home from home with comfy sofas, a smart TV with Netlix subscription, complimentary WiFi and plenty of board games. I loved the little touches like a TV in the master bedroom, beds made on arrival and USB sockets by the beds.
The minimum stay is just two nights here which works perfecly for a weekend break. The lodge is professionally cleaned between lets and it's self check-in. Parking is available opposite the lodge.
Expect to pay from £320 per short break for up to 6 guests. Use Use code NEFAMILYFUN10 for a 10% discount.
Hiba Lodge is a privately owned three bedroom lodge with enclosed wrap around decking (and a hammock!), full kitchen with a proper fridge freezer, dishwasher and even washing machine and two toilets.
It's a real home from home with comfy sofas, a smart TV with Netlix subscription, complimentary WiFi and plenty of board games. I loved the little touches like a TV in the master bedroom, beds made on arrival and USB sockets by the beds.
The minimum stay is just two nights here which works perfecly for a weekend break. The lodge is professionally cleaned between lets and it's self check-in. Parking is available opposite the lodge.
Expect to pay from £320 per short break for up to 6 guests. Use Use code NEFAMILYFUN10 for a 10% discount.
Code is valid from today until the 9th of February 2025 and a minimum of 2 nights stay is required.
Book here: https://www.hibalodge.co.uk/
Any questions, just message them on their webchat using the link above, they usually respond pretty quickly.
Book here: https://www.hibalodge.co.uk/
Any questions, just message them on their webchat using the link above, they usually respond pretty quickly.
5 Reasons to Stay at Hiba Lodge, Cayton Bay Holiday Park
1 - It's Accessible by Public Transport
Hiba Lodge and Cayton Bay is easy to get to by public transport. I've travelled this way before from Newcastle and it was fairly straightforward - train from Newcastle to Scarborough (usually with a change at York) and then a bus or taxi from Scarborough Train Station to Cayton Bay Holiday Park which is just over 3 miles away so not far at all.
If you're catching the bus, the stop is across the road from the train station. Do check current timetables online when making plans.
There is a bus stop directly outside Cayton Bay Holiday Park with buses to Filey, Bridlington and Scarborough. They run fairly late into the evening (11pm in summer). Fares can be paid with cash/card/contactless via an app. Taxis can be booked from reception if you prefer.
Most train journeys should take less than 2 hours (Newcastle-Scarborough) and it should take around 2.5 hours to drive from Newcastle. There is lots of free parking near the lodge.
2 - Excellent Facilities for All Ages
I will begin this section with a little info about the Hub Pass. If you'd like to access the swimming pool and Showbar (where the daytime and evening entertainment is), you will need to purchase a Hub Pass from reception. During our stay, these were priced at £18.90 per person per short break. Under 2s do not require a pass.
Staff were strict on checking passes and you could not enter the Showbar without one.
You can book most activities such as mini golf etc.....without a pass (just visit the Activities Hub to book) as well as visit and enjoy the Playgrounds, Streetfood Area, Woof Park, Sports Courts, Boat House Bar & Restaurant, Karaoke Booths, Free Soft Play, Arcades and VR area.
Personally we didn't buy a pass and didn't feel like we had missed out but I think if I was visiting with young children who would like the entertainment and swimming, I'd probably buy them. There is also Alpamare Water Park a few miles away in Scarborugh (which is much bigger) as an alternative option.
We actually have owners passes for another Parkdean Park (Cresswell Towers) thanks to Steve's parents owning a holiday home there and have visited for over 10 years. So I was SO shocked to see just how different Cayton Bay Holiday Park was. It was just another level with amazing facilities and clearly loads of investment.
Like I said in the intro, it is one of the best holiday parks I have ever visited and I do prefer Cayton Bay to the nearby Haven sites too.
Hiba Lodge is located just a 1 minute from the main Activity Hub - you are in the heart of the action yet you don't hear any noise.
Let's take a look at some of the activities available to enjoy:
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| The High Ropes Course looked fantastic (book at activity hut) |
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| Pirates Crazy Golf (book at activity hut) |
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| Free Playground, Arts & Crafts Hub and Scoops Ice Cream Stall |
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| Bungee Trampolines (book at activity hub) |
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| Swimming Pool with Slides (Hub Pass Required) |
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| Outdoor Street Food Area (no hub pass required) |
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| FREE Soft Play in the Bar / Restaurant (no hub pass required) |
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| The Boat House Restaurant / Bar with Sports Screens (no hub pass required) |
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| Arcades Area (no hub pass required) |
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| Show Bar (hub pass required) |
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| Show Bar Example Entertainment |
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| VR Gaming Area (no hub pass required) |
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| Karaoke Booth (no hub pass required) |
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| Ice Cream Station (no hub pass required) |
A few example menus. They run some special offers and drinks promotions too, especially on Friday evenings when we were able to buy a bottle of wine with 25% off.
We really liked the bar/restaurant and had drinks in here most evenings watching the sports on the big screens / listening to the music.
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| Kart & Bike Hire (book at activities hut) |
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| Outdoor Streetfood Area (no hub pass required) |
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| Bear Grylls Basecamp (book at activities hub) |
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| Sports Dome and Court - loads of activities including archery and zorbing. Book at activities hut. |
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| FREE dog agility park. No hub pass required. |
3 - Lots to Explore in the Area
Hiba Lodge is just over 3 miles from Scarborough and there's a bus stop outside that will either drop you at the beach or train station.
Scarborough is one of our favourite places to visit. I think I've probably visited over 30 times. It's a traditional seaside town with absolutely loads to do.
Expect vast sandy beaches and beach huts, beautiful parks with boats to hire and ducks/squirrels to feed, amusement arcades, boat trips, a fairground, mini train rides, ice cream parlours, fish and chips, a waterpark, victorian waterchute, theatre, bowling, cinema, outdoor ampitheatre with regular shows, a castle, sea life centre, mini golf courses and more. You'll never get bored in Scarborough. It's impossible.
Dogs are welcome at Hiba Lodge and Cayton Bay Holiday Park is fairly dog friendly too. There's a dedicated dog walk through the woods, a free enclosed dog agility park and you are just across the road from a beach which is dog-friendly all year round.
Dogs do need to be kept on a lead when walking around the park and they are not permitted inside the main entertainment hub.
However, there is a conservatory joined onto the bar/restaurant where dogs are permitted. It's pretty cool with big screens showing the football / sport and you can order food/drink from a QR code on your table if you are by yourself and can't leave your dog.
Lounge Area
The lounge area is super comfortable with fire, sofas, coffee table, Smart TV, board games and french doors which open out onto the decking.
We loved snuggling here in the evenings watching TV and playing cards together.
Kitchen / Diner
The kitchen/diner is really well equipped with cooker, microwave, every utensil you could need, pots and pans, crockery, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, kitchen roll, washing machine and full size fridge freezer.
You're also provided with a welcome cleaning kit and tea/coffee.
Main Bedroom
The main bedroom is pretty spacious with a double bed, it's own TV, side tables plus a dressing area with dressing table and wardrobe + mirror and hairdryer. We had a really comfortable night's sleep and I love that beds are made up for your arrival and towels are provided too.
Bathrooms
There are two modern and clean bathrooms - one with a shower, toilet and washbasin and the other with a toilet. No issues at all, these rooms were perfectly functional and hand wash is provided.
Second & Third Bedrooms
These are made up as twins. A travel cot is also available if required.
What a lush little break away. Ideal for families with kids of all ages or just as a couple's break away. Love that it's dog-friendly too.
You can watch a video from our break over on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DADDQNwusD-/
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Scarborough is one of our favourite places to visit. I think I've probably visited over 30 times. It's a traditional seaside town with absolutely loads to do.
Expect vast sandy beaches and beach huts, beautiful parks with boats to hire and ducks/squirrels to feed, amusement arcades, boat trips, a fairground, mini train rides, ice cream parlours, fish and chips, a waterpark, victorian waterchute, theatre, bowling, cinema, outdoor ampitheatre with regular shows, a castle, sea life centre, mini golf courses and more. You'll never get bored in Scarborough. It's impossible.
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| Luna Park Fairground |
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| Scarbrough Castle |
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| Scarborough Market |
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| Scarborough Tramway |
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| Peasholm Park, Mini Golf and Boating Lake |
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| Scarborough Open Air Theatre |
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| Historic Water Chute |
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| Mini Train Rides |
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| Bowling, Pool & Interactive Darts at Olympic Leisure |
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| Sealife Centre |
Filey is another beautiful place to visit within a few miles of Hiba Lodge. You can either catch the bus or there is pleny of parking (lots free too).
Filey is absolutely stunning with streets lined with cute little gift and antique shops, a lovely park with heritage trail, a perfect beach with cafes on the prom, little indpendent restaurants and even it's own zoo (Filey Bird & Animal Park).
If you're in the area, you're going to want to visit this place.
Filey is absolutely stunning with streets lined with cute little gift and antique shops, a lovely park with heritage trail, a perfect beach with cafes on the prom, little indpendent restaurants and even it's own zoo (Filey Bird & Animal Park).
If you're in the area, you're going to want to visit this place.
Bridlington is also an option but I do have to be honest and say I've just never got on with it and do prefer Scarborough and Filey. Some people do like it though so it is an option. You'll find a model village, animal park and more seaside attractions.
I also have to mention Playdale Farm Park which is nearby. We used to visit all of the time when the kids were little and it's somewhere you can spend a full day (it's very much like our own Whitehouse Farm). Yorkshire Water Park also looks really fun for those who are looking for something more active.
I also have to mention Playdale Farm Park which is nearby. We used to visit all of the time when the kids were little and it's somewhere you can spend a full day (it's very much like our own Whitehouse Farm). Yorkshire Water Park also looks really fun for those who are looking for something more active.
4 - It's a Dog Friendly Holiday
Dogs are welcome at Hiba Lodge and Cayton Bay Holiday Park is fairly dog friendly too. There's a dedicated dog walk through the woods, a free enclosed dog agility park and you are just across the road from a beach which is dog-friendly all year round.
Dogs do need to be kept on a lead when walking around the park and they are not permitted inside the main entertainment hub.
However, there is a conservatory joined onto the bar/restaurant where dogs are permitted. It's pretty cool with big screens showing the football / sport and you can order food/drink from a QR code on your table if you are by yourself and can't leave your dog.
Dogs are also welcome in the outdoor streetfood area which has music, big screens and street food vans. There is covered and uncovered seating here.
Dogs on leads can observe many of the outdoor activities such as Bungee Trampolines or High Ropes.
Dogs on leads can observe many of the outdoor activities such as Bungee Trampolines or High Ropes.
There are plenty of places to visit with dogs in the area too including lots of beaches, Filey Bird & Animal Park, the Miniature Railway in Scarborough, Scarborough Castle, Peasholm Park (dogs are welcome on the boats here too), Scarborough Trams, Boat Trips from Scarborough Harbour (including speed boats!), Amsuement Arcades in Scarborough plus many of the pubs, cafes and restaurants too.
5 - It's Not Just for Summer
Hiba Lodge is a year-round destination with lots going on outside of Spring/Summer. During October Half Term, lots of Halloween activities are available to book at Cayton Bay Holiday Park including pumpkin carving, a Monster Ball, slime workshops, halloween pottery, zombie rave, ghost walk, halloween disco and more (chargeable / hub pass may be required).
There's lots going on in the area too with Halloween Trails at Filey Bird & Animal Park, Spooky Activities and Trails at Scarborough Castle, a Pumpkin Patch at Playdale Farm Park and Ascarium at Scarborough Sealife Centre.
Plus Scarborough Lights run from mid-November and are free to visit and Scarborough Sparkle Weekend returns from 29 Nov- 1 Dec with lots of festive activities planned.
Cayton Bay Holiday Park is hosting Winter Wonderland Breaks across December with activities including a skating rink, family panto, elf academy, christmas discos, christmas pottery, bauble and christmas card making, christmas bear making, christmas concerts and more available across selected breaks (some activities chargeable / Hub Pass required).
There's lots going on in the area too with Halloween Trails at Filey Bird & Animal Park, Spooky Activities and Trails at Scarborough Castle, a Pumpkin Patch at Playdale Farm Park and Ascarium at Scarborough Sealife Centre.
Plus Scarborough Lights run from mid-November and are free to visit and Scarborough Sparkle Weekend returns from 29 Nov- 1 Dec with lots of festive activities planned.
Cayton Bay Holiday Park is hosting Winter Wonderland Breaks across December with activities including a skating rink, family panto, elf academy, christmas discos, christmas pottery, bauble and christmas card making, christmas bear making, christmas concerts and more available across selected breaks (some activities chargeable / Hub Pass required).
Hiba Lodge Review & Discount Code
As mentioned earlier, Hiba Lodge is a real home from home with everything you need (and more) for a relaxing break away. Hiba Lodge sleeps up to 6 guests across three bedrooms.
Use Use code NEFAMILYFUN10 for a 10% discount.
Code is valid from today until the 9th of February 2025 and a minimum of 2 nights stay is required.
Book here: https://www.hibalodge.co.uk/
Any questions, just message them on their webchat using the link above, they usually respond pretty quickly.
Book here: https://www.hibalodge.co.uk/
Any questions, just message them on their webchat using the link above, they usually respond pretty quickly.
Highlights for us included:
- A well equipped kitchen with full size fridge freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
- Smart TV with Netflix subscription
- Complimentary WiFi
- Wrap around decking with hammock and outdoor seating
- Board games and books
- Heating throughout
- Dressing area and full wardrobe in the main bedroom
- USB (and regular) sockets next to the beds
- Easy self check-in
- Beds made on arrival
- Property professionally cleaned before and after our stay
Lounge Area
The lounge area is super comfortable with fire, sofas, coffee table, Smart TV, board games and french doors which open out onto the decking.
We loved snuggling here in the evenings watching TV and playing cards together.
Outdoor Space
Parking is just across from the lodge - there are plenty of spaces to choose from. You'll find your keys in a lockbox (map and code provided) and the decking is fully enclosed with a gate, outdoor seating (and cover) plus hammock for relaxing on those summer evenings.
Kitchen / Diner
The kitchen/diner is really well equipped with cooker, microwave, every utensil you could need, pots and pans, crockery, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, kitchen roll, washing machine and full size fridge freezer.
You're also provided with a welcome cleaning kit and tea/coffee.
Main Bedroom
The main bedroom is pretty spacious with a double bed, it's own TV, side tables plus a dressing area with dressing table and wardrobe + mirror and hairdryer. We had a really comfortable night's sleep and I love that beds are made up for your arrival and towels are provided too.
Bathrooms
There are two modern and clean bathrooms - one with a shower, toilet and washbasin and the other with a toilet. No issues at all, these rooms were perfectly functional and hand wash is provided.
Second & Third Bedrooms
These are made up as twins. A travel cot is also available if required.
What a lush little break away. Ideal for families with kids of all ages or just as a couple's break away. Love that it's dog-friendly too.
You can watch a video from our break over on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DADDQNwusD-/
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