Planning a cruise from Newcastle? Finding the right place to stay the night before your departure can make all the difference in starting your trip relaxed and stress-free. Whether you’re looking for a hotel close to the port, something with stunning sea views, or a cosy spot with great amenities, Newcastle and the surrounding areas offer plenty of fantastic options.
In this guide, we’ll explore the best places to stay to ensure your pre-cruise experience is as smooth and enjoyable as possible.
Read first: Here’s why you should cruise from Newcastle
Hotels near the Port of Tyne
Clarion Hotel Newcastle South - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Clarion Hotel Newcastle South, Boldon Business Park, East Boldon, NE35 9PE
Located just nine minutes from the Port of Tyne, the Clarion Hotel Newcastle South offers a convenient and comfortable stay. The hotel features 83 en suite bedrooms with everything you need, including complimentary Wi-Fi, comfortable beds, 24-hour room service and tea and coffee-making facilities, to name a few. There is a choice of rooms, including Executive Suites, Double/Twin Rooms and Family Rooms.
Guests can unwind with leisure facilities such as a pool, steam room, sauna and gym. Dining is a highlight, with the Grill & Lounge restaurant serving a delicious fusion of grill and home-cooked dishes paired with an impeccable wine list. The hotel maintains a favourable reputation, with guests praising its cleanliness, friendly staff and convenient location.
Grand Hotel Sunderland - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Grand Hotel Sunderland, Queens Parade, Sunderland, SR6 8DB
The Grand Hotel Sunderland, located just an 18-minute drive from the Port of Tyne, offers stunning sea views overlooking the beautiful beaches of Seaburn. With four room types - Double, Lexx, Family and Suite - the hotel caters to a variety of needs, all featuring free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee-making facilities and televisions.
Guests can enjoy a modern leisure club with a heated indoor pool, sauna, steam room and gym, perfect for unwinding before your cruise. Dining is made easy with an on-site restaurant and bar, offering a relaxed atmosphere and great food. Previous guests have appreciated the hotel’s prime seafront location and close proximity to Sunderland city centre.
Premier Inn South Shields Port of Tyne Hotel - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Premier Inn, 2 Hobson Way, Newcastle Road, South Shields, NE34 9PU
Just a short drive from the Port of Tyne, Premier Inn South Shields Port of Tyne Hotel offers free parking and free Wi-Fi. With four room types - Double, Twin, Family and Accessible - the hotel caters to all needs, and each room features tea and coffee-making facilities, a comfortable double or kingsize bed, a desk and a vanity area.
Guests can enjoy meals at the on-site restaurant, which serves hearty breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Guests of the hotel frequently commend its friendly staff and clean, comfortable rooms. The hotel’s convenient location near the Port of Tyne is also appreciated by travellers.
The Seaburn Inn - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Seaburn Inn, Whitburn Road, Seaburn, Sunderland, SR6 8AA
Located just 17 minutes from the Port of Tyne, The Seaburn Inn is an ideal place to stay before your cruise from Newcastle. Set right on the seafront, the inn boasts stunning views of the North Sea. The Seaburn Inn features 40 airy bedrooms, all equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, desk and free Wi-Fi. Room options include Double or Twin Rooms, some with sea views or balconies and Family Rooms with bunk beds. Guests can enjoy hearty pub classics made fresh in the on-site restaurant.
Past guests of The Seaburn Inn commend its prime seafront location and the spacious, clean rooms, especially those with sea views. The on-site restaurant and bar receive positive feedback for serving hearty pub classics, with many guests enjoying the quality of food.
