The Royal Hotel
$90
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Avg. for October
Prices for The Royal Hotel
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$90
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Royal Hotel average $87 in March, the cheapest month, and $126 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $87 |
| February | $92 |
| March | $87 |
| April | $88 |
| May | $106 |
| June | $111 |
| July | $115 |
| August | $126 |
| September | $113 |
| October | $90 |
| November | $91 |
| December | $92 |
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About this property
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of The Royal Hotel.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 41 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Royal Hotel in Whitley Bay, you'll be a 5-minute walk from Whitley Sands and 7 minutes by foot from PLAYHOUSE. This hotel is 10 mi (16 km) from Quayside and 10.3 mi (16.5 km) from St. James' Park.
What's nearby
Whitley Sands(0.2 miles)
PLAYHOUSE(0.4 miles)
Longsands Beach(1.3 miles)
Whitley Bay Golf Club(1.3 miles)
Tynemouth Aquarium(1.7 miles)
St. Mary's Lighthouse(2 miles)
Tynemouth Priory(2.4 miles)
Tynemouth Castle(2.5 miles)
The Haven(2.7 miles)
Angel of the North(2.9 miles)
Seaton Sluice Beach(3.3 miles)
Seaton Delaval Hall(4.2 miles)
Port Of Tyne(4.8 miles)
Seaton Delaval Arts Centre(5.1 miles)
Blue Flames Sporting Club(5.5 miles)
The nearest major airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL)(16 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Family Room
Housekeeping
Beach (Nearby)
Luggage Storage
Location
13-17 East Parade, Whitley Bay, England, United Kingdom
Whitley Sands (0.2 miles)
PLAYHOUSE (0.4 miles)
Longsands Beach (1.3 miles)
Whitley Bay Golf Club (1.3 miles)
Tynemouth Aquarium (1.7 miles)
St. Mary's Lighthouse (2 miles)
Room options
6
Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
1
Basic Room, Private Bathroom (Inactive Room )
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 4
7
Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (3 Persons)
1 Full Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 3
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Suite, Ensuite, Sea View ( 4 Persons)
1 Full Bed
and 2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
3
Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingPrivate BathroomTV
3
Twin Room, Ensuite
2 Twin Beds
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
5
Double Room, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
4
Single Room, Ensuite
1 Twin Bed
HeatingWi-Fi (Free)Private Bathroom
1
Deluxe Suite, Ensuite
1 Full Bed
Sleeps 2
Guest reviews of The Royal Hotel
8
Good
Based on 1,876 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
14%
Couple
47%
Family
15%
Group
14%
Solo
7%
What guests think
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At The Royal Hotel, travellers praise the seafront location and consistently friendly staff, while ongoing renovations and occasional maintenance issues shape a mixed experience that balances very popular breakfasts with comfort compromises and limited parking.
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At The Royal Hotel, travellers praise the seafront location and consistently friendly staff, while ongoing renovations and occasional maintenance issues shape a mixed experience that balances very popular breakfasts with comfort compromises and limited parking.
Rooms are generally dated, with many noting tired decor, uncomfortable mattresses, creaky floors or plumbing noise, temperature inconsistencies, and sea views sometimes obscured by scaffolding. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, ranging from spotless and well-kept spaces to complaints about mouldy or worn bathrooms and stale odours. Expect a prime seafront base with standout breakfasts, but manage expectations around modern comforts and ongoing works.
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Facilities
Significant refurbishment with scaffolding and hoarding is ongoing, and some communal spaces such as the lounge/bar are unavailable. Parking at the front is very limited, and access involves many stairs with no lift.
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Sheila
Aug 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Good stay staff very kind and helpful. Really clean large room with seaview. Breakfast great. Only disappointment was that there was no lounge bar
Good stay staff very kind and helpful. Really clean large room with seaview. Breakfast great. Only disappointment was that there was no lounge bar
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David
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Exterior of hotel was being refurbished so there was scaffolding outside window and sea view was restricted. The room was on the third floor and there was a complicated route of several stairways to get to it. Room was large and clean but bathroom needs refurbishing. Food from the breakfast buffet was tepid/cold.
Exterior of hotel was being refurbished so there was scaffolding outside window and sea view was restricted. The room was on the third floor and there was a complicated route of several stairways to get to it. Room was large and clean but bathroom needs refurbishing. Food from the breakfast buffet was tepid/cold.
8
Paul
Mar 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very comfortable room and everything I needed. My only issue was the squeaky floorboards in the room and doors to corridors that also squeaked. I was concerned for other residents in relation to this. Additionally, parking is an issue, whilst it is not the fault of the hotel directly (as there is free parking elsewhere, there were two additional spaces outside that weren’t available due to a skip and excess works fencing covering one space that wasn’t necessary. Overall, the stay was a pleasure.
Very comfortable room and everything I needed. My only issue was the squeaky floorboards in the room and doors to corridors that also squeaked. I was concerned for other residents in relation to this. Additionally, parking is an issue, whilst it is not the fault of the hotel directly (as there is free parking elsewhere, there were two additional spaces outside that weren’t available due to a skip and excess works fencing covering one space that wasn’t necessary. Overall, the stay was a pleasure.
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Ann
Apr 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Booked last minute for one night. Did not know about the renovation going on. Actually thought the place was shut on arriving. Full building was covered in scaffolding. Glad it wahs just one night
Booked last minute for one night. Did not know about the renovation going on. Actually thought the place was shut on arriving. Full building was covered in scaffolding. Glad it wahs just one night
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Yvonne
Aug 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location of the hotel us perfect for The Spanish City and the beach. The hotel is under renovation and it looks closed. Reception is old and outdated. The staff are nice and helpful. Rooms are ok, bedding was clean and the sea view was great. Breakfast was standard buffet. The breakfast staff are very nice. If they are also renovating the rooms, this will be a fab place. But, at the moment, its ok. Parking is approx 8 or 9 spaces at he front on a first come first served basis. We were lucky to grab a space.
The location of the hotel us perfect for The Spanish City and the beach. The hotel is under renovation and it looks closed. Reception is old and outdated. The staff are nice and helpful. Rooms are ok, bedding was clean and the sea view was great. Breakfast was standard buffet. The breakfast staff are very nice. If they are also renovating the rooms, this will be a fab place. But, at the moment, its ok. Parking is approx 8 or 9 spaces at he front on a first come first served basis. We were lucky to grab a space.
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AWB
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
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Steven
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was great no complaints on that , building is covered in scafolding outside ,and hoarding ,nothing mention on the add for the hotel ,room was very basic ,batheroom sealant all round shower and toilets needs replacing all dirty and come away from the tiles ground in dirt ,booked 3 nights ,but only stayed for one ,could not see anyone to complain to put key in box and left ,phoned for refund ,but no refund given ,wont stay there again miserable desk staff but cook was great ,very worn and outdated room ,was like going back to 70,s
Breakfast was great no complaints on that , building is covered in scafolding outside ,and hoarding ,nothing mention on the add for the hotel ,room was very basic ,batheroom sealant all round shower and toilets needs replacing all dirty and come away from the tiles ground in dirt ,booked 3 nights ,but only stayed for one ,could not see anyone to complain to put key in box and left ,phoned for refund ,but no refund given ,wont stay there again miserable desk staff but cook was great ,very worn and outdated room ,was like going back to 70,s
8
Gordon
Feb 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location of hotel excellent, limited parking hit lucky with a space on front of hotel. Breakfast plentiful and good. Staff friendly. Had double en suite sea facing room.....very big but not as warm as could be, quite basic for cost of room overpriced for what it is. ( Reception did bring fan heater to room to help heat it up) Better hotel than others have stayed in locality.
Location of hotel excellent, limited parking hit lucky with a space on front of hotel. Breakfast plentiful and good. Staff friendly. Had double en suite sea facing room.....very big but not as warm as could be, quite basic for cost of room overpriced for what it is. ( Reception did bring fan heater to room to help heat it up) Better hotel than others have stayed in locality.
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Martha
Sep 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff were nice and the full English breakfast was good. The hotel is undergoing renovation - I'm sure it will be lovely when it's done but right now it's noisy with dark, very basic rooms.
The staff were nice and the full English breakfast was good. The hotel is undergoing renovation - I'm sure it will be lovely when it's done but right now it's noisy with dark, very basic rooms.
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FRANCES
Jun 10, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ongoing renovation to front of hotel with scaffolding and plastic sheeting mean no sea view rooms. Many stairs and corridors to negotiate to rooms, no lift. Room poorly furnished but adequate. Very good breakfast however.
Ongoing renovation to front of hotel with scaffolding and plastic sheeting mean no sea view rooms. Many stairs and corridors to negotiate to rooms, no lift. Room poorly furnished but adequate. Very good breakfast however.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is inconsistent: several guests found rooms spotless, while others reported dirty or mouldy bathrooms, stale odours, and general wear.
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Maureen
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was dirty Absolutely disgusting would not advise anyone to book
Room was dirty Absolutely disgusting would not advise anyone to book
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Sandra
May 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Didn’t stay had to find somewhere else the place was damp filthy and overall disgraceful
Didn’t stay had to find somewhere else the place was damp filthy and overall disgraceful
10
AWB
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
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Brian
Sep 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel is being refurbished at the front but my room at the backn was spotlessly clean with Tv and tea/coffe facilities. Breakfast in the morning starts at 6.30am which is great for those of us that are working
Hotel is being refurbished at the front but my room at the backn was spotlessly clean with Tv and tea/coffe facilities. Breakfast in the morning starts at 6.30am which is great for those of us that are working
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Steven
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was great no complaints on that , building is covered in scafolding outside ,and hoarding ,nothing mention on the add for the hotel ,room was very basic ,batheroom sealant all round shower and toilets needs replacing all dirty and come away from the tiles ground in dirt ,booked 3 nights ,but only stayed for one ,could not see anyone to complain to put key in box and left ,phoned for refund ,but no refund given ,wont stay there again miserable desk staff but cook was great ,very worn and outdated room ,was like going back to 70,s
Breakfast was great no complaints on that , building is covered in scafolding outside ,and hoarding ,nothing mention on the add for the hotel ,room was very basic ,batheroom sealant all round shower and toilets needs replacing all dirty and come away from the tiles ground in dirt ,booked 3 nights ,but only stayed for one ,could not see anyone to complain to put key in box and left ,phoned for refund ,but no refund given ,wont stay there again miserable desk staff but cook was great ,very worn and outdated room ,was like going back to 70,s
8
Valerie
Aug 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is excellent value for money. Walking distance for many venues. Walk-in shower was great. Yes the room needs updating, however everything was absolutely spotless. Will definitely stay again.
The hotel is excellent value for money. Walking distance for many venues. Walk-in shower was great. Yes the room needs updating, however everything was absolutely spotless. Will definitely stay again.
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stratton
Mar 12, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Upon arrival the hotel was undergoing refurbishment and it showed - the receptionist was a vacuuming the front stairs and then upon going up to my room the rest of the paint work was tired and the carpets worn- my room was at best a room with very dated pine furniture and worn carpet-the ensuite was freezing due to no heating and the shower cubicle rotten at the base and the whole room was a lack lustre mess and the mattress....well more like a bag with springs!!!
Upon arrival the hotel was undergoing refurbishment and it showed - the receptionist was a vacuuming the front stairs and then upon going up to my room the rest of the paint work was tired and the carpets worn- my room was at best a room with very dated pine furniture and worn carpet-the ensuite was freezing due to no heating and the shower cubicle rotten at the base and the whole room was a lack lustre mess and the mattress....well more like a bag with springs!!!
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Scott
Nov 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were friendly. Room was basic at best, cobwebs between furniture, mattress was a joke, whole hotel was freezing and the toilets had an electric pump needed to flush. This is extra fun when neighbours up to the loo half the night and it sounds like a plane takong off. Breakfast was ok wouldnt come back, though.
Staff were friendly. Room was basic at best, cobwebs between furniture, mattress was a joke, whole hotel was freezing and the toilets had an electric pump needed to flush. This is extra fun when neighbours up to the loo half the night and it sounds like a plane takong off. Breakfast was ok wouldnt come back, though.
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martin
Jul 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very dirty and dated hotel
Very dirty and dated hotel
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Maureen
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was excellent rooms are comfortable and very clean.
The breakfast was excellent rooms are comfortable and very clean.
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Rooms
Rooms tend to be dated, with mixed comfort due to worn mattresses, creaky floors or plumbing noise, and temperature control issues. Some are spacious or have sea views, but refurbishment works have at times obscured outlooks.
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Julie
Mar 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was very friendly, breakfast was good. There is construction both on the street and at the hotel. This turned our sea view to a view of scaffolding and the plastic wrapped around it. The beds are not comfortable and the toilet did not flush properly. Parking is VERY limited, more so when 1 vehivle takes multiple spots. Certainly renovations are needed. I wish we were alerted to the extent of construction taking place. Thankfully we were only there 1 night..
Staff was very friendly, breakfast was good. There is construction both on the street and at the hotel. This turned our sea view to a view of scaffolding and the plastic wrapped around it. The beds are not comfortable and the toilet did not flush properly. Parking is VERY limited, more so when 1 vehivle takes multiple spots. Certainly renovations are needed. I wish we were alerted to the extent of construction taking place. Thankfully we were only there 1 night..
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Becky
Aug 20, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This was my third stay at The Royal. Staff are super friendly and it's over the road from a beautiful beach. Breakfast was great and my room was generally fine. My complaint is that the mattress was so soft and had a huge gap in the middle. Consequently I slept badly and woke with a sore back. I had a long drive the next day which was very frustrating.
This was my third stay at The Royal. Staff are super friendly and it's over the road from a beautiful beach. Breakfast was great and my room was generally fine. My complaint is that the mattress was so soft and had a huge gap in the middle. Consequently I slept badly and woke with a sore back. I had a long drive the next day which was very frustrating.
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stuart
Jun 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, but it's so tired and tatty inside. No sound proofing, ancient carpet, mattress and bathroom. It is being refurbished, maybe they'll actually invest some money in the facilities. The staff were really helpful, it's not their fault the owners haven't invested over the years.
Great location, but it's so tired and tatty inside. No sound proofing, ancient carpet, mattress and bathroom. It is being refurbished, maybe they'll actually invest some money in the facilities. The staff were really helpful, it's not their fault the owners haven't invested over the years.
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David
May 14, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was nice enough, but there’s plenty that guests need to know about: the “hotel” is like a maze - so many random stairs, turns, and doors just to find your room. It’s a very strange set up. And it’s loud everywhere because the floor is unbearably creaky. The rooms are weird: creaky floors, broken headboards, tv is like 20 inch or less, bathrooms are missing towel racks, and you hear everything from other guests that are walking around trying to find their rooms. It’s a fine stay if you’re knowing what you’re really getting yourself into, but it should be quite a bit cheaper in my opinion.
Staff was nice enough, but there’s plenty that guests need to know about: the “hotel” is like a maze - so many random stairs, turns, and doors just to find your room. It’s a very strange set up. And it’s loud everywhere because the floor is unbearably creaky. The rooms are weird: creaky floors, broken headboards, tv is like 20 inch or less, bathrooms are missing towel racks, and you hear everything from other guests that are walking around trying to find their rooms. It’s a fine stay if you’re knowing what you’re really getting yourself into, but it should be quite a bit cheaper in my opinion.
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deborah
Oct 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in a family room over looking the sea. The view was superb. The position of the hotel was also perfect. The room was large but sparsely furnished. It could do with some updating really. A few extra touches would have been nice … perhaps a fridge… The bed was comfortable but it would have been better if it was a king size. The heater was old and difficult to change the temperature. The room was either too hot or too cold. The decor needs updating too and the shower room was cold and tired and to be fair disappointing. The breakfast was however amazing. All in all a nice stay but would have paid a bit more for a more smarter room. I think the whole hotel could be more luxurious with some easy updates.
We stayed in a family room over looking the sea. The view was superb. The position of the hotel was also perfect. The room was large but sparsely furnished. It could do with some updating really. A few extra touches would have been nice … perhaps a fridge… The bed was comfortable but it would have been better if it was a king size. The heater was old and difficult to change the temperature. The room was either too hot or too cold. The decor needs updating too and the shower room was cold and tired and to be fair disappointing. The breakfast was however amazing. All in all a nice stay but would have paid a bit more for a more smarter room. I think the whole hotel could be more luxurious with some easy updates.
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Oliver
Jun 10, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed in room 37 and the mattress needs replacing, my back hurt for days after sleeping on it. Friendly receptionist, great location.
I stayed in room 37 and the mattress needs replacing, my back hurt for days after sleeping on it. Friendly receptionist, great location.
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Christina
May 12, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is in a great location but could do with being updated. Also the room we had (22) was pretty noisy with people coming in/out of the door at the stairs as well as the bathroom being very noisy as other people were flushing their toilets.
The hotel is in a great location but could do with being updated. Also the room we had (22) was pretty noisy with people coming in/out of the door at the stairs as well as the bathroom being very noisy as other people were flushing their toilets.
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Jane
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This hotel is a 200 year old building and it really felt like it needed painting everywhere. We stayed in a superior twin room, the beds were not comfortable and the bathroom did not feel clean. Saying this all the staff were amazing and could not do enough for you. My mum needed extra blankets on the first night and they were brought to us straight away. The continental breakfast was really good as was the food in the restaurant.
This hotel is a 200 year old building and it really felt like it needed painting everywhere. We stayed in a superior twin room, the beds were not comfortable and the bathroom did not feel clean. Saying this all the staff were amazing and could not do enough for you. My mum needed extra blankets on the first night and they were brought to us straight away. The continental breakfast was really good as was the food in the restaurant.
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Maryvonne
Oct 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Food is excellent. Rooms a bit tired. No heating in shower room.
Food is excellent. Rooms a bit tired. No heating in shower room.
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Matthew
Mar 13, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We were welcomed nicely. Got to our room witch we paid extra for sea view on entering room there was no sea view due to windows being sheeted up with scaffold so could not see out of window and room was freezing as heating didn’t work. So they moved us to another room which was bigger and still cold and also windows covered up so could not see the sea through window. It’s quite bad when you pay extra for a sea view and don’t get a sea view.
We were welcomed nicely. Got to our room witch we paid extra for sea view on entering room there was no sea view due to windows being sheeted up with scaffold so could not see out of window and room was freezing as heating didn’t work. So they moved us to another room which was bigger and still cold and also windows covered up so could not see the sea through window. It’s quite bad when you pay extra for a sea view and don’t get a sea view.
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Service
Service is a strong point, with friendly, helpful staff who respond quickly to issues and provide smooth check-ins and breakfasts.
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James
Dec 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Comfortable place to stay, great location, friendly team, and a cracking breakfast.
Comfortable place to stay, great location, friendly team, and a cracking breakfast.
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Alan
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
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Glenn
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed as a solo traveller for a gig at the local theatre. Hotel has a great location on the sea front, with many restaurants close by. The town centre is only a short walk away too. My single room was quite big, clean but sparsely furnished - comfortable enough though. TV and shower were decent so couldn't complain. Staff are top notch, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding with top quality ingredients - far better than a few 4 star hotels I've been in recently.
Stayed as a solo traveller for a gig at the local theatre. Hotel has a great location on the sea front, with many restaurants close by. The town centre is only a short walk away too. My single room was quite big, clean but sparsely furnished - comfortable enough though. TV and shower were decent so couldn't complain. Staff are top notch, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding with top quality ingredients - far better than a few 4 star hotels I've been in recently.
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Brian Rose
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and local people on check in Quiet peaceful room and sleep ,almost overslept Fabulous breakfast Good price for seafront hotel
Very friendly and local people on check in Quiet peaceful room and sleep ,almost overslept Fabulous breakfast Good price for seafront hotel
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Allan
Jul 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
problem with original room was quickly and efficiently delt with by staff with a smile!
problem with original room was quickly and efficiently delt with by staff with a smile!
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Dean
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff at reception very helpful, Andrew at breakfast is always very cheerful and quick with coffee tea and toast, lovely breakfast and perfect location, cleaner's are excellent and very friendly,
Excellent staff at reception very helpful, Andrew at breakfast is always very cheerful and quick with coffee tea and toast, lovely breakfast and perfect location, cleaner's are excellent and very friendly,
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evelyn
Aug 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent. The gentleman at reception was so helpful and kind. Thanks
Excellent. The gentleman at reception was so helpful and kind. Thanks
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Simon
Apr 4, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I have stayed in this hotel many times. The staff are great and friendly. Breakfast is great. The Rooms are good; it's just the stairs that prevents a 5* (All Round) Rating. They are steep. Location wise it is perfect for me and even 4 decent Takeaways/Restaurant's within 5 minutes walk.
I have stayed in this hotel many times. The staff are great and friendly. Breakfast is great. The Rooms are good; it's just the stairs that prevents a 5* (All Round) Rating. They are steep. Location wise it is perfect for me and even 4 decent Takeaways/Restaurant's within 5 minutes walk.
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Robin
Sep 24, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
Staff was all very pleasant.
Staff was all very pleasant.
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Philip
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although renovations are taking place the hotel was comfortable and clean (as was reasonably expected under the present circumstances). The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was brilliant with pleasant staff on hand and fresh hot food available. I would definitely stay here again
Although renovations are taking place the hotel was comfortable and clean (as was reasonably expected under the present circumstances). The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was brilliant with pleasant staff on hand and fresh hot food available. I would definitely stay here again
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Location
Seafront setting opposite the beach with promenade walks, restaurants, and the town centre within easy walking distance.
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Glenn
May 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed as a solo traveller for a gig at the local theatre. Hotel has a great location on the sea front, with many restaurants close by. The town centre is only a short walk away too. My single room was quite big, clean but sparsely furnished - comfortable enough though. TV and shower were decent so couldn't complain. Staff are top notch, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding with top quality ingredients - far better than a few 4 star hotels I've been in recently.
Stayed as a solo traveller for a gig at the local theatre. Hotel has a great location on the sea front, with many restaurants close by. The town centre is only a short walk away too. My single room was quite big, clean but sparsely furnished - comfortable enough though. TV and shower were decent so couldn't complain. Staff are top notch, very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was outstanding with top quality ingredients - far better than a few 4 star hotels I've been in recently.
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Brian Rose
Dec 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly and local people on check in Quiet peaceful room and sleep ,almost overslept Fabulous breakfast Good price for seafront hotel
Very friendly and local people on check in Quiet peaceful room and sleep ,almost overslept Fabulous breakfast Good price for seafront hotel
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Matthew
May 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice location on the seafront, nice staff, nice breakfast.
Nice location on the seafront, nice staff, nice breakfast.
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David
Aug 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Right on the waterfront, really geeat spot, walking distance to everything, friendly staff
Right on the waterfront, really geeat spot, walking distance to everything, friendly staff
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Mark
Jun 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location .whitley Bay is the best place
Great location .whitley Bay is the best place
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AWB
Oct 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
Superb position, you can hear the waves crashing as you leave the hotel, with stunning views across the road. Even dived in the inviting looking North Sea, which is invigorating! Parking is limited, but is free after 6pm at a large carpark a short stroll away. Excellent cooked breakfast from 6:30 to 10am which suited my fine - really friendly staff; even asked if I needed anything for my room each day which was a lovely touch. Room in need of a bit of decorating, but was very clean and provided everything I needed including tea/coffee making facility. Very good fish and chip shop nearby but look out for the starlings - they're actually very sweet! Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Whitley Bay!
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kath
Apr 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
It was very clean and airy. We had a seaview which was beautiful. no problems at all, free parking, very nice breakfast. It was in a very good position and we will defo come again. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
It was very clean and airy. We had a seaview which was beautiful. no problems at all, free parking, very nice breakfast. It was in a very good position and we will defo come again. The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
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Julie
Nov 11, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Ideal location at the sea front n locality to the town
Ideal location at the sea front n locality to the town
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Gordon
Feb 28, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Location of hotel excellent, limited parking hit lucky with a space on front of hotel. Breakfast plentiful and good. Staff friendly. Had double en suite sea facing room.....very big but not as warm as could be, quite basic for cost of room overpriced for what it is. ( Reception did bring fan heater to room to help heat it up) Better hotel than others have stayed in locality.
Location of hotel excellent, limited parking hit lucky with a space on front of hotel. Breakfast plentiful and good. Staff friendly. Had double en suite sea facing room.....very big but not as warm as could be, quite basic for cost of room overpriced for what it is. ( Reception did bring fan heater to room to help heat it up) Better hotel than others have stayed in locality.
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Mr C A
Oct 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
3 day break travelled to Alnwick, lovely area around Whitley bay very clean plenty of restaurants and bar’s definitely recommend
3 day break travelled to Alnwick, lovely area around Whitley bay very clean plenty of restaurants and bar’s definitely recommend
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality, variety, and generous portions, though a few guests noted lukewarm or greasy items at times.
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David
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Exterior of hotel was being refurbished so there was scaffolding outside window and sea view was restricted. The room was on the third floor and there was a complicated route of several stairways to get to it. Room was large and clean but bathroom needs refurbishing. Food from the breakfast buffet was tepid/cold.
Exterior of hotel was being refurbished so there was scaffolding outside window and sea view was restricted. The room was on the third floor and there was a complicated route of several stairways to get to it. Room was large and clean but bathroom needs refurbishing. Food from the breakfast buffet was tepid/cold.
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Alan
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
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Darryl
Jan 16, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was OK a bit small but OK as a single room Bathroom was alright and could get the shower to a decent temp. There is no lift and elderly people may struggle with cases. all the staff were nice. Breakfast Cereals Fruit Juice Tea or Coffee Toast Jam and Butter but the breakfast had been out too long only the Sausages were hot the rest Bacon Hash Brown Mushrooms Tomato was cold on all days. under infa red lights. I was down early and just cooked too much off too soon I know it is a pain to batch cook or to just put into microwave dishes then give them a flash in the microwave.
Room was OK a bit small but OK as a single room Bathroom was alright and could get the shower to a decent temp. There is no lift and elderly people may struggle with cases. all the staff were nice. Breakfast Cereals Fruit Juice Tea or Coffee Toast Jam and Butter but the breakfast had been out too long only the Sausages were hot the rest Bacon Hash Brown Mushrooms Tomato was cold on all days. under infa red lights. I was down early and just cooked too much off too soon I know it is a pain to batch cook or to just put into microwave dishes then give them a flash in the microwave.
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Myles
Oct 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed my 2 nights stay it was lovely and very peaceful and I’ll definitely be back again soon
I really enjoyed my 2 nights stay it was lovely and very peaceful and I’ll definitely be back again soon
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Robert
Jun 29, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great value, considering breakfast is included. Terrific selection, help yourself to bacon,sausage, black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, beans,hash browns and scrambled eggs. All piping hot. Tea n toast, juice, cereals in abundance. It's how b n b's used to be. Friendliest staff around. Definitely recomend 100%.
Great value, considering breakfast is included. Terrific selection, help yourself to bacon,sausage, black pudding, tomatoes, mushrooms, beans,hash browns and scrambled eggs. All piping hot. Tea n toast, juice, cereals in abundance. It's how b n b's used to be. Friendliest staff around. Definitely recomend 100%.
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Paul Robert
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I spent one night whilst visiting a friend and the hotel was absolutely ideal. Fantastic location on the beach front. All of the staff were friendly, the room was a decent size and very clean. Bathroom was also a good size with a powerful shower and extremely clean. It's a touch on the old side and is currently being renovated but honestly for the price it exceeded all expectations. The breakfast is genuinely superb as a particular highlight.
I spent one night whilst visiting a friend and the hotel was absolutely ideal. Fantastic location on the beach front. All of the staff were friendly, the room was a decent size and very clean. Bathroom was also a good size with a powerful shower and extremely clean. It's a touch on the old side and is currently being renovated but honestly for the price it exceeded all expectations. The breakfast is genuinely superb as a particular highlight.
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Dean
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent staff at reception very helpful, Andrew at breakfast is always very cheerful and quick with coffee tea and toast, lovely breakfast and perfect location, cleaner's are excellent and very friendly,
Excellent staff at reception very helpful, Andrew at breakfast is always very cheerful and quick with coffee tea and toast, lovely breakfast and perfect location, cleaner's are excellent and very friendly,
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Cameron
Aug 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Breakfast was superb. Staff were excellent.
Breakfast was superb. Staff were excellent.
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Philip
Apr 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Although renovations are taking place the hotel was comfortable and clean (as was reasonably expected under the present circumstances). The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was brilliant with pleasant staff on hand and fresh hot food available. I would definitely stay here again
Although renovations are taking place the hotel was comfortable and clean (as was reasonably expected under the present circumstances). The staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was brilliant with pleasant staff on hand and fresh hot food available. I would definitely stay here again
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Maureen
Jul 30, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was excellent rooms are comfortable and very clean.
The breakfast was excellent rooms are comfortable and very clean.
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Nigel
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Have stayed here several times and always very good with excellent breakfast.
Have stayed here several times and always very good with excellent breakfast.
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Charlie
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Woken up at 7pm by workman ‘sanding’ in the room next door. Outside of the Royal is very shabby due to work being carried out
Woken up at 7pm by workman ‘sanding’ in the room next door. Outside of the Royal is very shabby due to work being carried out
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Tim
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Hotel was having work carried out. Room had recently been refurbished so okay. Breakfast was really good. No restaurant available but plenty around. Great location. Parking limited.
Hotel was having work carried out. Room had recently been refurbished so okay. Breakfast was really good. No restaurant available but plenty around. Great location. Parking limited.
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Colin
Sep 20, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a lovely stay before doing the GNR , thank you team
We had a lovely stay before doing the GNR , thank you team
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Barbara
Sep 5, 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was in the middle of a refurb hence some of the lower stars. The location is fantastic. Opposite the beach and a few mins walk from Spanish City. The staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. I booked a single room which was very spacious. The bathroom was bright and new. Unfortunately the bed was very lumpy and uncomfortable and the room a bit dated bit I'm assuming that will be sorted when the refurb is finished. Breakfast was very good but served 6 till 9 which, when you're on holiday, is a tad early. I only went down twice. I hope to go back once the refurb is finished, providing they don't hike the prices top much.
The hotel was in the middle of a refurb hence some of the lower stars. The location is fantastic. Opposite the beach and a few mins walk from Spanish City. The staff were all lovely, friendly and helpful. I booked a single room which was very spacious. The bathroom was bright and new. Unfortunately the bed was very lumpy and uncomfortable and the room a bit dated bit I'm assuming that will be sorted when the refurb is finished. Breakfast was very good but served 6 till 9 which, when you're on holiday, is a tad early. I only went down twice. I hope to go back once the refurb is finished, providing they don't hike the prices top much.
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FAQs about The Royal Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers free on-site parking.
What type of breakfast is offered?
The hotel provides a complimentary breakfast for guests.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 00:00, and check-out is by 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features does the hotel offer?
The hotel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located a 5-minute walk from Whitley Sands and 7 minutes from PLAYHOUSE. It is also 10.3 miles from St. James' Park and 1.3 miles from Longsands Beach.
Are children allowed to stay at the hotel?
Yes, children are welcome at the hotel.
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- 2026-10-21: NO DATA
- 2026-10-22: 103.7840302597046USD
- 2026-10-23: 111.40116122589112USD
- 2026-10-24: 134.0206490950012USD
- 2026-10-25: 100.26107935684203USD
- 2026-10-26: 103.28048609436036USD
- 2026-10-27: 99.60627155868531USD
- 2026-10-28: 99.83247337371826USD
- 2026-10-29: 100.35615862060547USD
- 2026-10-30: 112.00571051742554USD
- 2026-10-31: 144.98444512023926USD
- 2026-11-01: 99.75618217666626USD
- 2026-11-02: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-03: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-04: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-05: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-06: 112.00571051742554USD
- 2026-11-07: 112.22570387832641USD
- 2026-11-08: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-09: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-10: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-11: 100.81614084640503USD
- 2026-11-12: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-13: 111.44573364486693USD
- 2026-11-14: 134.33485681777952USD
- 2026-11-15: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-16: 100.81614084640503USD
- 2026-11-17: 102.29368442276001USD
- 2026-11-18: 100.81614084640503USD
- 2026-11-19: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-20: 111.44573364486693USD
- 2026-11-21: 113.72564926986693USD
- 2026-11-22: 100.30616557891845USD
- 2026-11-23: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-24: 102.23608709518432USD
- 2026-11-25: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-26: 102.34608377563477USD
- 2026-11-27: 113.52565141296387USD
- 2026-11-28: 113.26566704406738USD
- 2026-11-29: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-11-30: 102.04609127197266USD
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- 2026-12-02: 100.00617307525634USD
- 2026-12-03: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-04: 113.41566329589844USD
- 2026-12-05: 113.41566329589844USD
- 2026-12-06: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-07: 108.30585720703125USD
- 2026-12-08: 100.1561693270874USD
- 2026-12-09: 100.1561693270874USD
- 2026-12-10: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-11: 113.41566329589844USD
- 2026-12-12: 115.06959547668457USD
- 2026-12-13: 100.00617307525634USD
- 2026-12-14: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-15: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-16: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-17: 102.04609127197266USD
- 2026-12-18: 111.29573739303589USD
- 2026-12-19: 111.14574970458985USD
- 2026-12-20: 122.39171782928466USD
- 2026-12-21: 112.7358675402832USD
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- This property is professionally cleaned
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