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Visiting South Shields

Travellers to South Shields give high marks for the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy the city's parks, temples and art. Top sights around the area include Blue Reef Aquarium, Washington Old Hall and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.

You'll find 442 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in the larger area of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
The closest major airport is in Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.), 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from the city centre
The next closest is in Durham (MME-Tees Valley), 32.5 mi (52.3 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in South Shields

The city's natural setting is picturesque, including the beaches and these places to visit: Grahams Point, Marsden Rock Bird Reserve and Herd Sand. Additionally, you might want to add Arbeia Roman Fort to your agenda.

As you plan your holiday retreat, you'll find 31 hotels and other accommodation options to pick from in South Shields. Below are highly ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

Forest Guest House - Amenities at this 4-star guesthouse include a library and free WiFi. It's a favourite with Expedia travellers for its breakfast and beach locale.
Beechwood Guest House - Our customers like the breakfast and beach locale at this guesthouse. With a stay at this 3-star guesthouse, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and free parking, along with free WiFi.
Elmswood Guest House - Amenities in this 3-star guesthouse include free WiFi and digital TV. Expedia customers like its breakfast and helpful staff.

Top places to visit around the area include Blue Reef Aquarium, 3.2 mi/5.2 km from the city centre, and Washington Old Hall, which is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away.

Getting around South Shields

Head over to Brockley Whins Station to catch the metro. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

Dressing for South Shields

Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 10°C, whilst night-time temperatures stay around 2°C
From April to June, the average is 18°C during the day and 4°C at night
July to September sees average temperatures of 20°C during the day and 9°C at night
Between October and December, you can expect 15°C as the daytime average and 2°C as the night-time average
South Shields gets about 547 millimetres of rain per year
July and August are usually the hottest months averaging 19°C, while January and December are usually the coldest with an average temperature of 2°C

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place for a stay in South Shields?

Clifton Guest House is a favourite property for Expedia customers. This 4-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other top choices based on reviews include The Grotto and Marsden Inn.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Shields, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you’ll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that’s non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates and click on “Search”, then use the “free cancellation” filter to get top deals in South Shields.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in South Shields?

Based on reviews, Cross Arms Hotel is a popular 2.5-star B&B for our travellers looking for an economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Mill Dam Guest House and Athol House.

What's the best hotel for a family trip to South Shields?

The Sea Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is a top 3-star hotel on Expedia for families, and features a restaurant and free parking. Other options for your family trip include Elmswood Guest House and Athol House. Also, attractions in the area such as Wet ‘n’ Wild Water Park and The Gate are fun for children of all ages.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation option in South Shields?

Mill Dam Guest House is a top guesthouse for people travelling with their pets. Other good choices to stay with your pet include The Sea Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western and Cross Arms Hotel.

What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in South Shields?

Clifton Guest House is a top 3-star beach guesthouse with free breakfast and free WiFi. Other good options to stay near the beach include Clifton Guest House and Forest Guest House. To enjoy some time by the water, head to Grahams Point or Herd Sand.

South Shields Hotel Reviews

Expedia Verified Review…

5 / 5

Great little apartment in a brilliant location. Easy check in process and free parking.…

A verified traveller stayed at Alexander Apartments Baltic Court

Posted 11 months ago

Dissatisfied …

2 / 5

Checked into the place and the owner was very hospitable. The place however was disappointing because we thought it had 2 bedrooms. This is only a 1 bedroom apartment above a shop. There are two tired stain marked sofas to be used as beds. The place also smelled of fish and had marks and dirt everywhere. We also found a man's clothes in the cupboard and soap and shower gels as though someone was still using it. After staying for 1 night in desperation, we left on Saturday. Shame, it could have been made more comfortable and just "renewed" from the previous stay. …Checked into the place and the owner was very hospitable. The place however was disappointing because we thought it had 2 bedrooms. This is only a 1 bedroom apartment above a shop. There are two tired stain marked sofas to be used as beds. The place also smelled of fish and had marks and dirt everywhere. We also found a man's clothes in the cupboard and soap and shower gels as though someone was still using it. After staying for 1 night in desperation, we left on Saturday. Shame, it could have been made more comfortable and just "renewed" from the previous stay.

A verified traveller stayed at Winchester Street Apartment

Posted 11 months ago

Little haven a graet place to stay …

5 / 5

Our stay was shortlived due to coronus virus but the hotel handled it fabulously we are regular visitors to little haven so it was so sad for the owner and staff we will be one of the first to go back after its all sorted GOD BLESS YOU ALL at little haven …

A verified traveller stayed at Little Haven Hotel

Posted 4 months ago