Once upon a Tyne, South Shields

Once upon a Tyne, South Shields - Hotel Description

Set in the heart of South Shields, a traditional seaside resort in the north of England, this dynamic hotel provides comfortable and modern accommodation, just a short walk from the beaches.

At the centre of the North Sea Cycle Route, this is the ideal place to come and be re-invigorated. The hotel also offers a unique selection of adrenalin-inducing outdoor sports to complement your stay, whether be it surfing, scuba diving, power-kiting, skydiving or rock climbing. Outdoor sports courses are carried out by experienced, qualified coaches and are tailored to suit beginners as well as more experienced students. Many of these courses are highly popular and should be booked in advance.

Close to all that the area has to offer, yet far enough away for you to enjoy a good night's sleep, a metro stop is found nearby, providing easy access to surrounding attractions, city shopping and lively nightlife.

Modern accommodation set in an historic Georgian House, Once Upon A Tyne also provides a full-sized pool table and a private jacuzzi for hire (on request, subject to availability). Ask at reception on arrival for details.

7/10 Overall rating

Once upon a Tyne, South Shields - Guest Services

• Activities: Jacuzzi.
• General: Parking, 24-Hour Front Desk, Family Rooms, Non-Smoking Rooms, Free Parking, Garden, Heating, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Gay Friendly.
• Services: Laundry.

Once upon a Tyne, South Shields - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

• Check In: 12:00 - 00:00 hours
• Check Out: 10:30 hours
Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  Maestro,  MasterCard
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: No internet access available.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed.
• Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: 15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged GBP 25.00 per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Once upon a Tyne, South Shields - Directions

By car: - Follow signs for the A194 (for South Shields) - Follow the A194 dual carriageway into the centre of South Shields over a series of roundabouts. The dual carriageway ends at the roundabout with The Lord Clyde public house on the left. - Turn right here and continue along to the end of the road at the T-junction controlled by traffic lights. - Keep in the left lane on approach. Turn left at the traffic lights and move into the right lane where you can head through the next set of lights veering to the right. - The Town Hall will be on your right. This is Beach Road. Go straight over the next roundabout and the hotel is on your left (number 55). Parking: Secure parking is available on-site. This is free, although a refundable deposit is required for the car park security shutter. By train: From Newcastle Airport or Newcastle Central Station: - Catch the metro to 'South Shields'. (55 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from Newcastle Central. - From South Shields station, it is a 5 minute walk. Turn right onto King Street. - Follow this road until you reach the roundabout. Turn right. - Follow this road towards the Town Hall, turning left just before it onto Beach Road. - Go straight over the next roundabout and the hotel is on your left (number 55).

*Directions included in email booking confirmation