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Clifton Guest House

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in South Shields with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom
Exterior
Meeting facility
Lounge
Bar (on property)
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.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Suite, Ensuite (Ground floor) | 1 bedroom

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Ground floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Desk
In-room safe
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Superior Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Heating
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Single Room, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Superior Single Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Ensuite | 1 bedroom

Suite, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Wardrobe or closet
Daily housekeeping
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite (Single with double bed) | 1 bedroom

Single Room, Ensuite (Single with double bed)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Clifton Lite Double)

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Clifton Lite Double) | 1 bedroom

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Clifton Lite Double)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 8 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite (Ground Floor Economy King)

Double Room, Ensuite (Ground Floor Economy King) | 1 bedroom

Double Room, Ensuite (Ground Floor Economy King)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite (Ground Floor Economy)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Economy Large Double)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room, Ensuite (Economy King First Floor)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
101 Ocean Road, South Shields, England, NE33 2JL

What's nearby

  • Ocean Beach Pleasure Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Marsden Grotto - 6 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Wet 'n' Wild Water Park - 12 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Port Of Tyne - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Tynemouth Castle - 16 min drive - 3.1 miles

Getting around

  • Brockley Whins Station - 9 min drive
  • Heworth Station - 12 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Marine - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Toney Minchella @ Haven Point - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Seachange/Craftwork Social - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Opal Lounge - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Colmans Fish & Chips - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Clifton Guest House

Upscale bed & breakfast
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
  • Breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and 1 meeting room
  • A computer station, a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

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.

What time is check-out at Clifton Guest House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Clifton Guest House located?

Situated in South Shields, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Customs House. Port Of Tyne and Northumberlandia are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Clifton Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 221 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 221 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 221 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 221 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 221 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Komang

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rachael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay - small but comfortable. Pleasant stroll to the front.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

ani

Liked: Amenities
Lovely place to stay and near sea
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
stay here with regularly. always great service top marks to Scott, Liz and Callum
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay , lovely place and great food.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely and clean,the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
best B & B ive ever stayed in, very nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect hotel

Really enjoyed my stay! Great room in a great location and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a truly excellent establishment, fantastic staff , great rooms and superb breakfast choice , i would highly recommended it .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were extremely friendly and the breakfast was delicious I would highly recommend we will definitely return back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel immaculate condition , breakfast good and served quick , staff all friendly , will stay again when I am in area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Youssouf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great facilities very clean and great service.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms and service, very clean, good food the sort of place you know you will like
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

gem of a place

a gem of a place, staff were friendly and helpful, breakfast was excellent,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No lift but was helped in carrying my case up the stairs.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant stay once again

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Guest House. More akin to a boutique hotel. Staff were amazing and good dining options. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Particularly appreciated the vegan breakfast option.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice, comfortable, and good service

Nice, comfortable, and good service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Service and comfort, second to none

A real home from home, with a welcome that just keeps colleagues and myself to use the Clifton time and time again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

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