** Please note that single sex groups of more than four people, must pay a deposit directly to the hotel, refundable upon departure ** Good standard hotel ideally situated for both Newcastle city & the surrounding area. With easy links to the city centre, Metro shopping centre & coast, this is an excellent hotel from which to explore the North East. The hotel prides itself on its personalised service & family friendly atmosphere. (KB 03/08) All bedrooms are en suite & offer the following facilities: television, direct dial telephone, hairdryer & trouser press. Rooms are in a traditional style & are generally medium in size but vary due to the age of the building. All bedrooms are en suite & offer the following facilities: television, direct dial telephone, hairdryer & trouser press. Rooms are in a traditional style & are generally medium in size but vary due to the age of the building.** Please note that single sex groups of more than four people, must pay a deposit directly to the hotel, refundable upon departure** The hotel is located in Gateshead, just off of the A1. It is five minutes from Newcastle City Centre & minutes from Metro shopping centre. The hotel is also just minutes from the beautiful Northumberland countryside. The hotel has one restaurant, the Conservatory, which is open for lunch & dinner. The hotel also has a lively bar which is open all day & more modern in design, serving light snacks. A residents? lounge is also available providing a quieter, more relaxing environment in which to enjoy a drink. Traditional building, with ample parking for both leisure guests & groups with coach parking. Small, with a small seating area nearby.