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Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, 10-minute walk to St. James' Park

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Exterior
Reception
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Meeting facility
Free daily buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre offers practical comforts in the heart of the city. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, free WiFi in all rooms, local dishes at the restaurant, and drinks at the bar. Guests often praise the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Waterloo Square St James Boulevard, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, NE1 4DN

What's nearby

  • Utilita Arena Newcastle - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • St. James' Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Northumbria University - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Quayside - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Newcastle Central Station - 4 min walk
  • Central Station - 5 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dog & Parrot - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Cow - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪360 Sky Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Persia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bodega - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG

Hotel near St. James' Park
Close to Quayside, Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Express check-out, an elevator, and smoke-free premises
  • A front-desk safe, meeting rooms, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A water dispenser, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, central location, and helpful staff
Room features
All 130 rooms have comforts such as pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Offsite parking available (GBP 10 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in hallways (34 inches high)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2005
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10 per day (499 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre
Express Newcastle City By Ihg
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Newcastle City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Life Science Centre and St. James' Park. Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Mary's Cathedral and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum are just steps away. Central Station and Central Station are within a 5-minute walk.

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Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 586 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 325 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1004 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ANN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel and friendly staff , good breakfast choice too ,would definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chrissie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, and micky is the best 👍👍
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Great place to stay

Lovely hotel, great location, really helpful team
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean,good location,pleasant staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Asad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the wedding we attended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean & comfortable room, nice & friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, well kept hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, competitive pricing and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aidan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here! The staff was so welcoming and everything was very clean. Cheers!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Miss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was comfortable and the shower was great - both hot and powerful. Unfortunately the cheap coffee in the rooms was a let down.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

WILLIAM

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff especially Olivia
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Once again a lovely stay in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy to find and great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breakfast

Their breakfast for a vegetarian is not great! Please add fried bread to the menu
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent for a short viisit
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Despite very busy buffet breakfast service, tables were cleaned regularly and whole busy situation was handled really well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good clean friendly hotel. Staff were excellent and breakfast was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very friendly

Our first stay with Holiday Inn & we will use them again. It was very clean & the staff were are very helpful & friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All the staff are so very personable and helpful and make our stay all the better! The location is perfect, safe to walk around and rooms are clean and comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff could not have been more helpful, very pleased with all aspects of my stay. Number one on my list of places to stay in Newcastle on my next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendlyn staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs parking - expensive nearby (£16 ). Handy for football / pubs etc.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jing Laam

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

Perfect location

Opposite to the station
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Good hotel

Perfectly decent place to stay in Newcastle. Excellent location, about 5 minutes walk from the train station and about 10 minutes walk from the central shopping district. Breakfast buffet was good too. Would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was absolutely wonderful people. Friendly and accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

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