Tyne & Wear Mid-Range Hotels Guide

recommended three star and other mid-range hotels in Tyne & Wear


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Motel One

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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features cool and stylish design throughout, the One Lounge with its bar and funky furniture is a relaxing space that reflects the city's heritage

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set within 2 acres of landscaped gardens, this grand Victorian villa offers tranquil rooms and award-winning cuisine, in a leafy Newcastle suburb

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an impressive Victorian building sitting prominently above Longsands Beach, it retains many period features and boasts panoramic views

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handy for Newcastle Airport, as an en-route A1 stop for the night or as a touring base with great access to city, coast and countryside

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enjoying easy access to the regions major roads makes places like Newcastle, Gateshead and Beamish Museum all within an easy drive

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offers stylish rooms with sleek wet rooms, the nearest Metro stop is 5 minutes on foot and boutiques, cafés and restaurants are even nearer

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set amidst farm land just outside Houghton-le-Spring, the location offers an ideal base to explore the city of Durham and the Heritage Coast

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features contemporary, well-equipped rooms which have iPod docks and play back TVs, in the Italian restaurant you can watch the chefs at work

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a modern hotel with extensive facilities and friendly staff, set close to the Sage, Baltic Contemporary Arts Centre and the Millennium Bridge

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this privately owned and personally operated hotel has built a consistent reputation for friendly and efficient service during the past 20 years

Great North Hotel

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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for a relaxing stay about three miles from the city centre, choose this upmarket hotel with stylish rooms and two restaurants on site

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with its easy access to the A194(M) and A1(M) plus a host of leisure facilities, this hotel offers a relaxing en-route stopover or exploring base

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located just off the A1, this hotel makes a good overnight en-route stopover plus the Metro Centre is less than 10 minutes drive away

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a well-appointed hotel surrounded by countryside, it is ideally placed for visiting Beamish Museum and Newcastle which is a 20 minute drive

Hampton by Hilton

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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stay in modern and stylish guest rooms, enjoy a hot buffet breakfast to start the day and the convenient location opposite Central station

Highfield Hotel

East Rainton

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offers comfortable rooms with bright, contemporary decor, a convenient location next to the A690, plus a locally renowned Thai restaurant

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this modern hotel has a stylish bar and lounge area, rooms are well equipped and have contemporary decor, Central station in nearby

Angel View Hotel

Low Eighton

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opposite the Angel of the North, this stone-built hotel provides a traditional restaurant and elegant rooms, all within easy access of the A1

Roomzzz City

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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contemporary studios and apartments with kitchen facilities, however there is also a Grab 'n' Go breakfast bar and pantry in the foyer

Sleeperz Hotel

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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offers bright, contemporary style rooms and an ideal location with the station, shopping, cultural and nightlife areas all within striking distance

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St James' Park and the city centre are 15 minutes away on foot from this comfortable hotel with well presented rooms and a Punjabi restaurant

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a modern hotel in a bustling village centre, yet handy for the A1M, Metrocentre and central Newcastle; rooms are comfy and well-equipped

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enjoy a meal in the stylish bistro or relax on the sun terrace in warmer weather, central Newcastle is easily accessed by Metro or by bus

Embassy Hotel

Gateshead

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just off the A1 and handy for visiting Newcastle and Gateshead, a good value hotel with a range of comfy rooms and a pub restaurant next door

York House Hotel

Whitley Bay

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this award-winning guest house boasts stylish decor, friendly staff and superb breakfasts with an easy walk to the town centre and sandy beach

Comfort Inn

Sunderland

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comfortable, good value rooms and friendly staff make this modern hotel a good choice; for the energetic, there is a fitness centre nearby

Holiday Inn

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with a location just off the A1(M), this modern hotel is ideal for an en-route night stop if heading further north or as a comfy exploring base

Royal Station Hotel

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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step straight out of the station and into the opulent and characterful public areas of this ideally placed hotel, it has relaxing facilities too

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contemporary, seafront hotel, offers sea views from many of the comfortable rooms and has a popular pub serving hearty food

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there are stylish rooms, a choice of dining venues and a good range of leisure facilities, it is located 15 minutes drive from central Newcastle

Little Haven Hotel

South Shields

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uniquely placed at the entrance to the mighty Tyne, this friendly, beach-side hotel provides an ideal base from which to explore the coast and city

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stylish and contemporary rooms are the order of the day at this well placed hotel set amidst Jesmond's shops, cafés and restaurants

The Sea Hotel

South Shields

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featuring stylish rooms, this modern hotel boasts a relaxing pub restaurant and is within sight of the sea, parks and miles of sandy beach

Windsor Hotel

Whitley Bay

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within sight of the sea, this traditional hotel provides spacious rooms, a contemporary Brasserie, all within easy reach of the town centre

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set in 12 acres of grounds moments from the A1 and Newcastle Racecourse, it boasts superb leisure facilities and well equipped rooms

Alexander Hotel

Whitley Bay

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a stylish hotel with contemporary decor, an Italian restaurant and en-suite rooms, close to the seafront, amidst South Terrace's lively bars

The Royal Hotel

Whitley Bay

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overlooking the seafront and sweeping bay, this traditional seaside hotel boasts refurbished, en-suite rooms and generous, cooked breakfasts

Grainger Hotel

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

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just a mile from the city centre, this hotel features rooms with classic décor and a large public lounge with a pool table and comfy sofas

The Clifton

South Shields

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you can relax in the informal coffee shop at this stylish B&B, with high standards of decor throughout and situated close to the sandy beaches

Britannia Hotel

Newcastle Airport

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set within a short walk of the airport terminal and Metro, this hotel features traditional style rooms, 24-hour room service and a cocktail bar

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