The Grotto

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Scored 8
Rated very good

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Grotto in South Shields offers comfortable rooms with sea views, baths, tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, work desks, showers, and TVs. Each room includes a bath and a shower, ensuring a relaxing stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a bar and a elevator, providing easy access to the property. The inn features a welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff, ensuring a pleasant experience. Prime Location: Located 1.7 mi from Sandhaven Beach and 16 mi from Newcastle International Airport, The Grotto is close to attractions such as the Stadium of Light (5.6 mi) and Baltic Center for Contemporary Art (11 mi). Guests appreciate the scenic views and convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Parking Available On Site

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Robin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location Location Location superb. Helpful staff went above and beyond expectations”
Jimmy
United States United States
“Our room was on the ocean carved in a side of a mountain… Pretty much a cave room. The bed was comfortable and the linens were high-quality. I had a clawfoot tub, which made the stay perfect.”
Robin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great. looking out of the window of my room direct on to the sea was fantastic. Waking up to the sound of the waves was great, A walk on the beach before having a lovely breakfast. There is no phone signal or internet which made a...”
Jon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great secluded location,if you want a chill, quiet location.... this is it. Staff were excellent,food also excellent, quirky place with great background music thanks to the girls working there. I had waited 40 odd years to revisit and it didn't...”
Steven
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Made to feel very welcome,good food and friendly atmosphere.”
Phillipa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The view from room 6 was exceptional. The bed was extremely comfortable. The location was superb. The staff were extremely pleasant polite and very helpful.”
Louise
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My husband and I spent 4 glorious sunny days on our honeymoon and honestly it was magical. From the outstanding seafood and staff who couldn't do enough for you, to the stunning location and cave quirkiness. The rooms, bar and restaurant are...”
Hayley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“This is a hotel in a cave ! We loved every minute of our stay, the food was fantastic the staff were really helpful so relaxed atmosphere so quirky brilliant.”
Gary
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We got upgraded to the penthouse sweet the view was amazing would recommend. Only bad point was the shower was really lacking in pressure and took ages to shower. The food there is amazing the best cod and chips i have ever eaten and ive eaten...”
Elaine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were exceptional, so friendly and helpful, we stayed in room one which had doors which opened to hear the waves.”

Area info

Amenities of The Grotto

Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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