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Coast Road, South Shields, United Kingdom, NE34 7BS

The Grotto - Cave Hotel in Marsden Bay with Coastal Views

Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear region, built into a coastal cliff at Marsden Bay. The property features a seafood restaurant in a cave setting. Continental breakfast served daily. Guest access via lift operating 8am-10pm with last check-in at 9pm. Located 18km from Sage Gateshead and Theatre Royal, 22km from Newcastle International Airport. Nearby attractions include Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum (5km), Whitburn Windmill (2.5km), and Souter Lighthouse (1.5km).

Additional perks of the hotel

Direct access to Marsden Bay (0.5km)

Ocean Beach Pleasure Park within 3.5km

Sandhaven Beach within 3km

Temple Memorial Park within 3km

National Trust site within 1.5km

Lizard Point within 1km

Stadium of Light within 9.5km

Room Options

Double rooms equipped with flat-screen TV with cable channels, electric kettle, and tea/coffee maker. Twin rooms available with sea views and 2 beds. Triple room offers 2 beds with sea views. Cave room available without windows. All units include ironing facilities.

Other conveniences

Sea views from select rooms

Cable TV channels

Tea and coffee making facilities

Electric kettle in each room

Ironing equipment provided

Continental breakfast included

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The hotel offers a range of accommodations including doubles, family rooms, and suites—plus breakfast, free cancellation, and special rates.
Standard Twin Room Sea View
Max:
2 persons
4 m² 
Bed options:
2 Single beds
Sea view
Shower
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Triple Room Shower
Max:
3 persons
5 m² 
Bed options:
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Sea view
Shower
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Deluxe Double Room Bath
Max:
2 persons
5 m² 
Bed options:
1 Double bed
Sea view
Bathtub
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City Centre
South Shields 3.9 km
Airports
Newcastle (NCL) 30.5 km
Durham Tees Valley (MME) 67.7 km
Bus
Bus stop 13.2 km

Facilities

This hotel provides premium amenities for a memorable and relaxed stay

General

  • No smoking on site
  • No parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Lift

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Children

  • Children's menu

Room features

  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities
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Hotel Location

Coast Road, South Shields, United Kingdom, NE34 7BS
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Coast Road, South Shields, United Kingdom, NE34 7BS
Nearby
Coast Road
The Marsden Grotto
200 m
Beach
Marsden Rock
50 m
Beach
Marsden Beach
260 m
Marsden Bay
570 m
Restaurants
Herbs And Spice
490 m
71 Lake Avenue
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