The Grotto | Hotel in South Shields

7.7 (443 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom  21 Guests
South Shields Hotel | The Grotto

Hotel in South Shields

Featuring a bar, The Grotto is located in South Shields in the Tyne and Wear region, 1.7 miles from Sandhaven Beach and 5.5 miles from Stadium of Light. The property is around 11 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, 11 miles from The Sage and 11 miles from Theatre Royal. Utilita Arena is 12 miles from the inn and St. James' Park is 12 miles away. Newcastle Train Station is 12 miles from the inn, while Northumbria University is 12 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 16 miles away.

The Grotto is located in South Shields.

This 10 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Child Friendly, Parking, Accessibility, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 443 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to South Shields and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 10 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this RBO place in South Shields. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This The Grotto in South Shields is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “The Grotto”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Coast Road, South Shields, NE34 7BS, United Kingdom

Amenities

ParkingParking
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
Child FriendlyChild Friendly

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • BarBar
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
ParkingParking
  • ParkingParking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
GeneralGeneral
  • ElevatorElevator
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.48
Location:
9.43
Staff:
9.02
Facilities:
7.83
Comfort:
8.2
Cleanliness:
8.1
Jervis
Mar 16, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   10
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Extended Group
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: This place is lovely. Right on the pebbly beach, access is mainly by a lift. Rooms spacious and we had a fantastic view of the sea and beach. Staff were all friendly and professional. Food was amazing.
Negative: There is nothing to not like
Summary: Lovely stay celebrating my friends birthday
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Standard Twin Room with Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 4 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Sea View

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

General

Ironing facilities

View

View, Sea view
Triple Room with Shower
Room Type: Triple
Room Size: 5 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Triple Room with Shower

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV

General

Ironing facilities

View

View, Sea view
Deluxe Double Room with Bath
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 5 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Double Room with Bath

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view
Standard King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 7 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

Bathroom

Hairdryer

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view
Superior King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 25 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed
Superior King Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view
Standard Twin Room with Sea View
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 20 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Twin Room with Sea View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

Living Area

Desk

View

View, Sea view
King Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bathtub, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 8 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 12 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Superior Double Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shower, Hairdryer

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Cable channels, TV

General

Ironing facilities, Iron

View

View, Sea view

FAQ's

Is this The Grotto pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Grotto?

Check-in time for The Grotto starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Grotto have a swimming pool?

No, this The Grotto does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Grotto?

Best-rates for the The Grotto starts from $159 per night with includes Parking, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Bar, Guest Services, Child Friendly with all other facilities. RBO matches every traveller with their perfect accommodation, whether you are travelling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Grotto a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Grotto wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Grotto has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Grotto?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Grotto indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Grotto?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Grotto are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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