The Royal Hotel

3.0 star property

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Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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13/17 East Parade, Whitley Bay, England, NE26 1AP
  • Place, Whitley Sands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, PLAYHOUSE
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Longsands Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room, Ensuite

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (3 Persons)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Suite, Ensuite, Sea View ( 4 Persons)

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Whitley Bay

The Royal Hotel places you next to Whitley Sands and within a 10-minute walk of PLAYHOUSE. This 38-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a terrace, and laundry facilities.

What's nearby

  • Whitley Sands - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • PLAYHOUSE - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Longsands Beach - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Whitley Bay Golf Club - 4 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Tynemouth Aquarium - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Benton Station - 13 min drive
  • Manors Station - 15 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fire Station - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪No Fret - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Amsterdam - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Crab & Waltzer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Relish - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Royal Hotel

At The Royal Hotel, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a terrace. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This hotel also has laundry facilities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Royal Hotel Hotel
The Royal Hotel Whitley Bay
The Royal Hotel Hotel Whitley Bay

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to The Royal Hotel?

This hotel in Whitley Bay is within a 10-minute walk of PLAYHOUSE and Whitley Sands. You'll also find Port Of Tyne and Longsands Beach within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Hotel?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Apr 9, 2026 start from $101, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available on site at The Royal Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Royal Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Royal Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Royal Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free breakfast plus some guestrooms include sea views and bathrobes.

Are there hot tubs at The Royal Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Royal Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Royal Hotel serves free breakfast from its snack bar.

Will The Royal Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Royal Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Royal Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Royal Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Royal Hotel is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 16 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 289 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brian Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly and local people on check in Quiet peaceful room and sleep ,almost overslept Fabulous breakfast Good price for seafront hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Comfortable place to stay, great location, friendly team, and a cracking breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

DERMOT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Female staff very helpful. Male staff less so
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Dean

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
breakfast ok but was expecting higher standard at this hotel room very dated great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly , good breakfast , but room was poor as bed up against a wall so had to climb over partner to get in and out . Had a dressing table but no mirror at all in room.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

James R, Fayetteville

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay at the Royal Hotel. The location right on the seafront made it easy to enjoy walks and the views, and the staff were welcoming throughout our visit. Our room was comfortable and clean, and the hearty breakfast set us up well for the day. The hotel has a classic seaside charm, and it provided a pleasant base for exploring Whitley Bay and the surrounding area. Overall, it was a very good experience and we would be happy to stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved everything about the hotel and definitely be back more often
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location at the sea front n locality to the town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Maryvonne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great breakfast

Food is excellent. Rooms a bit tired. No heating in shower room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I really enjoyed my 2 nights stay it was lovely and very peaceful and I’ll definitely be back again soon
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

AWB

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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!
30m from the hotel.
The carpark!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Martha

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RAYMOND

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent. Shower very good. Bed very comfortable. Opposite the coast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025