Enjoy your visit to Whitley Bay with a stay at The Royal Hotel. Free breakfast is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Other features include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
38 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Working away
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Room amenities
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Whitley Bay
The Royal Hotel Hotel Whitley Bay
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Royal Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Royal Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at The Royal Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Royal Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking.
What's the area around The Royal Hotel like?
The Royal Hotel is a short 7-minute walk from PLAYHOUSE and 5 minutes' walk from Whitley Sands.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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7.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
6.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jan 23, 2025
Dario
Dario, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jan 22, 2025
Simon
Simon, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 16, 2025
Cold Breakfast
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.
Darryl
Darryl, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jan 2, 2025
Great Location
Stay in Whitley Bay each New Year and tried the Royal for a change. It's ok, comfortable, nice staff, comfortable clean room but a little dated. I would stay here again.
Paul Andrew
Paul Andrew, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jan 1, 2025
Alistair
Alistair, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2024
Nick
Nick, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2024
Donna
Donna, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 9, 2024
Staff were very good. Helpful and friendly. Breakfast was excellent. Bed comfy but room freezing cold as were the corridors. We were given an extra heater. Shower was mouldy. Rooms need refurbishing. Hope it’s not just the front being done.
Sheila
Sheila, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Dec 3, 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night business trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 1, 2024
Disgusting everything was wrong with it. And it’s a building site out front. needs to close down hopefully the works are to be carried on inside hotel.
I had to check out the following morning it was so bad. I stayed the first night as u spent 8 hours travelling.
Charlotte
Charlotte, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
Friendly B&B in great location
Lovely, cosy B&B in an excellent central location on the promenade. Friendly and welcoming staff and a tasty breakfast included. Hotel is under renovation, but room was cosy and comfortable.
Laura
Laura, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 17, 2024
H
H, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
A royal stay
Easy check in. Very friendly lady at check in. Room was very comfortable and will definitely stay again the next time i'm in the area
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 8, 2024
Dario
Dario, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 26, 2024
Kay
Kay, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
Douglas
Douglas, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 19, 2024
Enjoyable 2 night say in Whitley Bay.
Friendly staff.
Beachfront location.
Spacious single room
Great breakfast with lots of choice & fresh fruit.
Hope to return next year!
Many thanks 🙂
Julie
Julie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 11, 2024
3 day break travelled to Alnwick, lovely area around Whitley bay very clean plenty of restaurants and bar’s definitely recommend
Mr C A
Mr C A, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Oct 7, 2024
Friendly staff, good breakfast very good location
Marion
Marion, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Oct 6, 2024
Weekend break...
We were given a room that felt dirty, I asked to swap the staff obliged and were really attentive. The hotel is run down but undergoing refurbishments which are really needed, the area is lovely the staff are great but the hotel itself is in dire need of a clean and refurb, not sure if we would go back as there are other options in the area that look much nicer
Donna
Donna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
All staff very helpful. Breakfast very good. Property very worn. Bathroom was appalling.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
AWB
AWB, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
The room was clean and tidy and lucky for me the room was fairly noise free. As I was playing in a chess Congress which was over the weekend.i could not fault the staff as they were very friendly and outgoing.Breakfast was very good and have not had any other issues . Well done Team as I had a nice relaxed stay.
DAVE
DAVE, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 23, 2024
Lovely and very helpful staff and their service is second to none and breakfast was excellent with attentive staff. However, the rooms stuck in time warp (late 80s to early 90s) and are in need of bringing them up to 21st century and maintenance also badly needed. In fact quite a few shabby items in the room such as plug stuck in basin sink, door handle to ensuite broken, and ancient electric heater badly burnt.