The Royal Hotel, Whitley Bay ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

13-17 East Parade, Whitley Bay, United Kingdom, NE26 1AP

Very good

7.3

7.5

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3.5

3.8

“This hotel offers a perfect seafront location, allowing for easy access to the beach and stunning ocean views.”view full review

The Royal Hotel, a 3-star family run hotel, offers refurbished en suite rooms and an Italian restaurant, Tavistock Italia. Guests can enjoy panoramic sea views and easy access to the popular promenade with numerous dining options.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Royal Hotel feature a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee facilities, and certain units have a seating area. Sea view rooms offer panoramic views of Whitley Bay's blue flag beach and iconic St Mary's Lighthouse.

Dining Options

Dining at The Royal Hotel includes the recently transformed Tavistock Italia, which accommodates up to 70 diners. A bar is also available on-site for guests to enjoy.

Local Area & Entertainment

The Royal Hotel is located next to Eden Nightclub, operational Thursday to Saturday until 03:00. Guests can relax at sandy beaches and a bustling promenade just 0.5 km from the property.

Transportation & Accessibility

The hotel is a short taxi or Metro ride from Newcastle city centre, with Whitley Bay Park Avenue bus stop just a 3-minute walk away. Newcastle International Airport is 30 km away.

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The Royal Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Family Room

2 persons

295 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Single Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Single bed

Shower

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Twin Room

2 persons

230 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

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Classic Triple Room

2 persons

295 sq. feet

3 Single beds

Shower

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Facilities

The Royal Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Comfy and Cosy

“The room was incredibly snug, featuring a separate bathroom and essential tea and coffee facilities, making my stay very enjoyable.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The full English buffet breakfast was impressive, offering a generous selection that really started my day off on a high note.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The shower in the bathroom had great water pressure and heated up quickly, which made for a soothing start to my mornings.” view full review

Charming Ambiance

“While the room decor might be a bit tired, the comfortable beds provided a welcoming atmosphere for a good night's rest.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.0/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

The Royal Hotel Location

13-17 East Parade, Whitley Bay, United Kingdom, NE26 1AP

Map view

13-17 East Parade, Whitley Bay, United Kingdom, NE26 1AP

City landmarks

Aquarium

Blue Reef Aquarium Tynemouth

1.4 mi

Lighthouse

St Mary's Lighthouse

1.8 mi

Park

Tynemouth Park

1.5 mi

Art object

Admiral Lord Collingwood Monument

2.2 mi

Castle

Tynemouth Priory and Castle

2.2 mi

Landmark

Long Sands Beach

1.4 mi

Beach

Tynemouth Longsands

1.5 mi

Landmark

Tynemouth, King Edwards Bay

1.9 mi

Golf Course

Tynemouth Golf Club

2.0 mi

Landmark

St Mary's Island

1.8 mi

Park

Northumberland Park

2.1 mi

Theatre

Tynemouth Priory Theatre

2.0 mi

Beach

King Edward's Bay

2.1 mi

Landmark

Tynemouth Volunteer Life Brigade Museum

2.4 mi

Mall

Green Ginger Arcade

2.1 mi

Museum

Barracks and Commanding Officer's house

2.9 mi

Monument

Fiddler's Green Fishermen's Memorial

2.5 mi

Landmark

Old Low Light Heritage Centre

2.5 mi

Landmark

Watch House Museum

2.3 mi

Landmark

The Exchange

2.6 mi

Shopping Area

The Beacon

2.6 mi

Museum

Stephenson Railway Museum

2.9 mi

Theme Park

Ocean Beach Pleasure Park

3.2 mi

Landmark

North East Maritime Trust

2.9 mi

Landmark

Holywell Dene

2.8 mi

Park

South and North Marine Parks

2.9 mi

Gallery

Tower House Gallery

2.8 mi

Landmark

Conversation Piece

2.8 mi

Nearby

Spanish City

1200 ft

10 York Road

Storm Cellar

1800 ft

Restaurants

Di Meo's

1500 ft

9 Marine Avenue

The Whitley Whaler

1400 ft

3 Marine Avenue

Relish Coffee

1700 ft

27 Marine Avenue

Sambuca

2100 ft

2A-4 Park Avenue

Thorntons

1800 ft

Park View Shopping Centre Park Avenue Unit 3

Bangkok Palace

2100 ft

12 Park Avenue

The Venetian Ices

1500 ft

5-7 Marine Avenue

Arcade Fish Restaurant

1700 ft

252 Whitley Road

Kebab King

1800 ft

222 Whitley Road

Tasty Turk

1900 ft

236 Whitley Road

Carpathian Speciality

1700 ft

69 Victoria Terrace

Getting around

City Centre

Whitley Bay4 min · 1000 ft

Airports

Newcastle International Airport (NCL)39 min · 16.1 mi

Teesside International Airport (MME)119 min · 49.1 mi

Bus

Bus stop18 min · 7.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

from 06:00-11:00

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

The hotel The Royal provides visitors with a free full breakfast.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Royal Hotel from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 912 verified reviews

7.2/10

Very good

70%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.5/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Comfort

7.5/10

Facilities

7.0/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

6.8/10

Staff

8.9/10

Value for money

8.1/10

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