The Royal Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Whitley Bay with free breakfast

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Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
Double Room, Ensuite, Sea View | 1 bedroom
Restaurant
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Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (3 Persons) | View from property

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
(21 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

Hotel in Whitley Bay with free breakfast
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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Tynemouth Castle and Port Of Tyne within a short drive.

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

As of Feb 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Hotel on Feb 23, 2026 start from $90.79, excluding 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 there parking available at The Royal Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

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.

Does The Royal Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Royal Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Royal Hotel.

The Royal Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 279 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 279 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 279 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 279 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 279 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean room, staff lovely. breakfast good, no view after conversion sounds fantastic. Obviously due updating when completed position perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was all very pleasant.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A few day stay

Great breakfast. Friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Always all enjoyable stay

Always an enjoyable stay. Super friendly and welcoming. Always sleep so well here and to wake up to a lovely breakfast. The fact the beach front is directly opposite is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely comfy room and good service which was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahbaz

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Good for a night

The single room was fine for one night. Bed very hard and uncomfortable but room was nice enough. Staff friendly and free breakfast !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

ELIZABETH

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025