Where to Stay in Newcastle: City Centre Hotels by Area

For hotels in Newcastle city centre, the Quayside is the best base for a first visit: the Vermont by the castle, Malmaison on the river and Hotel du Vin just east on City Road all put you within a few minutes' walk of the Tyne bridges. Grey Street, in the Georgian heart of Grainger Town, suits theatre trips and shopping, while St James' Park is the pick for match days and Jesmond for a quieter stay beside the Dene. Below, each hotel is grouped by area with what the building actually is and how many rooms it has, taken from the hotels' own sites in October 2026.

Quayside and Castle Garth

This is where most visitors want to be: the river, the bridges and the bars and restaurants of the Quayside, with The Glasshouse and Baltic a walk across the Millennium Bridge.

The Vermont Hotel, Castle Garth

The Vermont stands at Castle Garth, by the castle, and mixes 1930s grandeur with a modern refit. Suites include the River Suite and the Executive Castle Suite, named for what you see out of the windows. The building has a lot going on under one roof: The Maven restaurant, the Redwood Bar and, on the roof, ABOVE, a rooftop bar and terrace with views over the Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside. ABOVE is closed Monday and Tuesday, so if a rooftop drink is part of the plan, book a Wednesday to Sunday stay.

Malmaison Newcastle, Quayside

Malmaison is at 104 Quayside in a Grade II listed former Co-operative Society warehouse, right on the water. It has 122 rooms and suites, and the ones to ask for are the Bridge View rooms, including twins and a Club Deluxe Bridge View. Chez Mal Brasserie handles dinner and the bar does pre-dinner drinks and nightcaps. It is the most central of the riverside hotels for walking along the Quayside in either direction.

Hotel du Vin Newcastle, City Road

Hotel du Vin occupies Allan House on City Road, a restored Edwardian building above the river just east of the Quayside. There are 42 rooms and suites, from Classic and Deluxe up to a Bridge View Suite and a Signature Suite. Bistro du Vin serves French cooking with a British twist, with a terrace overlooking the river, and the Laroche tasting room hosts wine tastings. Note that it is card and digital payment only, no cash.

Grey Street and Grainger Town

Grey Street is the handsome curve of Georgian stone that runs down from Grey's Monument towards the Quayside, with the Theatre Royal halfway along. Staying here puts you between the shops on Northumberland Street and the restaurants and bars around the Bigg Market and Quayside.

Grey Street Hotel

Grey Street Hotel is at 2 to 12 Grey Street in a Grade II listed Georgian building with high ceilings and big sash windows. It has 49 en suite rooms, from Standard and Deluxe to a set of Unique Suites. There is no full restaurant: breakfast is served in the dining area, pizza comes to your room through a tie-up with Pizza Punks, and drinks are available from the hotel. It is a good pick for a theatre night, with the Theatre Royal a short stroll up the street.

St James' Park

For a match or a gig at the arena, staying close to the stadium saves a lot of taxi queueing.

Sandman Signature Newcastle

Sandman Signature overlooks St James' Park, and its standard king rooms on floors 1 to 10 come with a stadium view. It also has studios with a kitchenette and sofa bed, including twin and accessible versions, which work well for families or longer stays. Pets are allowed in selected rooms, and there is dining on site. Parking is nearby rather than at the hotel, so check before driving in.

Jesmond

Jesmond is a short Metro ride north of the centre, quieter and greener, with the wooded valley of Jesmond Dene on the doorstep.

Jesmond Dene House

Jesmond Dene House on Jesmond Dene Road is a Grade II listed Arts and Crafts house with 41 bedrooms. The Fern Dining Room holds an AA Rosette, and afternoon tea and Sunday lunch are popular with non-residents. This year it runs a Christmas Market on Sunday 29 November, 11am to 3pm, with tickets at £8 plus booking fee including a mulled wine or mocktail; under 14s go free and pre-booking is required. Details are on the Jesmond Dene House website.

Good to know

Quayside hotels get noisy on Friday and Saturday nights, so if you are a light sleeper ask for a room away from the street or choose Jesmond. Newcastle Central Station is a short walk from the Vermont and Grey Street. Home match days and big arena nights push prices up, so check the Newcastle United fixture list before you book. Book the Bridge View rooms at Malmaison or Hotel du Vin directly if the view matters. See all our Newcastle hotels, and plan dinner with our restaurants guide.

FAQs

What is the best area to stay in Newcastle?

The Quayside is the best base for a first visit, close to the bridges, bars and The Glasshouse. Grey Street suits theatre and shopping trips, and Jesmond is quieter and a short Metro ride north.

Which Newcastle hotels have river views?

Malmaison on the Quayside has Bridge View rooms, Hotel du Vin on City Road has a Bridge View Suite and a river terrace, and the Vermont has River Suites.

Is there a hotel near St James' Park?

Sandman Signature Newcastle overlooks St James' Park and offers rooms with a stadium view, plus studios with kitchenettes.

Are there dog friendly hotels in Newcastle city centre?

Sandman Signature Newcastle allows pets in selected rooms. Ask the hotel which rooms when you book.