Clifton Guest House offers genuine hospitality with a delicious breakfast and onsite coffee shop. Guests love the cozy library, practical amenities like laundry facilities, and free WiFi in common areas. Previous visitors consistently praise the exceptionally helpful staff.
South Shields is home to Clifton Guest House. The Customs House and North East Aircraft Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quayside and Port Of Tyne. Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto are also worth visiting. Visit our South Shields travel guide
Consider a stay at Clifton Guest House and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. In addition to laundry facilities and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self-parking
English breakfast (surcharge), a computer station and coffee/tea in reception
Concierge services, a front desk safe and 1 meeting room
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Free offsite parking within 3 metres
Free self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 9 to 11 for adults and GBP 5 to 7 for children
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
High chair
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Business services
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No lift
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Tea bags/instant coffee
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 15
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 9 to 11 for adults and GBP 5 to 7 for children
Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Frequently asked questions
Is Clifton Guest House pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Clifton Guest House?
As of 14 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clifton Guest House on 15 Jun 2026 start from £67, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Clifton Guest House?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Clifton Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 15 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Clifton Guest House?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15 (subject to availability).
Where is Clifton Guest House located?
Situated in South Shields, this bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Arbeia Roman Fort and Ocean Beach Pleasure Park. The Customs House and Port Of Tyne are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Reviews
Clifton Guest House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 228 reviews
10 - Excellent
169
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 228 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 228 reviews
6 - Okay
10
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 228 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 228 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Corey
2 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast is fresh and good choice. Rooms are clean and nice.
Corey
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Komang
23 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I loved the hotel - my room was clean, comfortable and well-furnished. The staff were very friendly and professional.
Thank you for a lovely stay.
I think it was down to my chronic pain why I felt the bed was a little uncomfortable. Amazing beautiful decor and staff attentive and helpful. Amazing gluten free breakfast far too much so next time I will ask for less. One of the best gluten free breakfasts Imo highly recommend
Thankyou, I had the perfect night sleep, followed by a walk along the beach to watch the sunrise. Great location, peace and quiet all night and nice cool room
Superb welcome from the chap with the shaved head (sorry not caught your name), really friendly and helpful.
Lovely venue, lots of art and personality.
Comfortable room.
Dog friendly. Breakfast and lunch available at a cost.
Parking - free- on street outside.
5 min walk to the two Marine Parks and the beach.
20 min walk to South Shields metro. 25 to the ferry.
Our 4th stay here and, once again, couldn't fault it. Clean and comfortable room, friendly staff and quiet location. Breakfast is brilliant, freshly cooked. Will definitely stay again when in South Shields.
Staff very helpful and friendly, free on street parking, loads of places to eat in the area (Ocean Road), handy for the seafront. The hotel itself was top notch and the breakfast room/coffee shop were lovely. Will definitely be back.
Scott & Liz are fantastic hosts, going above and beyond for their guests.
The hotel is conveniently located for all amenities. It’s beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.
Breakfast was awesome.
Gerard
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rosemary
18 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was very clean tidy .staff friendly. Breakfast lovely. The bed let it down, That was the worst ever
the Clifton is like a home from home, comfortable with quality beds, pillows and linen. best of all, the service is second to none.
I already have an other booking made for my next trip for business in town during June.
Probably the best hotel in the area. Wonderful staff. Prepared a vegan breakfast for us. Rooms a little noisy but normal for most hotels and I’m a light sleeper. Would definitely stay again if return to the area
Another lovely stay. Welcoming staff who explain everything and show you to your room. Room clean and modern, albeit a little small. Everything you need. Parking is great in a quiet area. Breakfast superb
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Scott
17 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Arrival was swift and easy, then shown to room in building next door, which wasn't a problem. Room 17 pretty small, small bathroom and sink in the bedroom. All looked clean and tidy apart from the seat at the desk and the information booklet which both need attention.
It is obvious that this family has had 5-star hotel experience. The room was beautiful, clean, and well-appointed. The food choices were myriad for breakfast, and I could see why the people of the city go there for breakfast, brunch, coffee, and lunch. The staff were friendly, and expeditious.