The Best Hotels to Book Near the Angel of the North, UK

Nothing says “Britain” like a warm country pub. This welcoming and traditional watering hole not only has all the fittings and trappings of a Victorian-era inn, but it’s also been renovated into a fine hotel. Enjoy a Sunday roast or a few pints of ale at the wooden island bar before retiring to one of the comfortable, spacious bedrooms. Based in Gateshead, it’s perfectly placed for visiting the Angel of the North, too.

This cosy Victorian villa near Gateshead will make you feel so at home that you won’t want to leave. Its 18 bedrooms are all individually designed to contemporary standards but with Victoriana touchpoints – so you’ll stay in the height of comfort, particularly, if you request the suite with a decadent standalone bath. The award-winning restaurant is not to be missed, with dedicated chefs crafting seasonal offerings from local produce.

Also local to Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, is this contemporary, airy hotel in Durham. Giving calming views of nearby rolling hills, this place prides itself on a serene atmosphere, helping guests to have a peaceful stay only a 10-minute drive from Newcastle. It also boasts an 18-hole golf course and a golf school on site if you’re keen to improve your swing.

This red-brick Edwardian property was once the offices of the Tyne Tees Ship Company, and the hotel’s luxurious design gives a fair few nods to that maritime history. Found on the banks of the River Tyne in Downtown Newcastle, this hotel is not only in the heart of the action but also lavish and decadent, with rooms and suites designed to pamper discerning guests and a wine cellar that will impress even the most experienced sommelier.

With over 100 bedrooms piled onto 11 floors, this goliath of a property brings a slice of 1930s grandeur to the heart of Newcastle. You couldn’t ask for a more convenient location – at a stone’s throw from Newcastle Central Station – or for a friendlier welcome. There are five bars and restaurants on site to choose from, but it’s the rooftop venue, Above, that really takes the cake, with stunning views of the city and river below.

This swanky, large boutique hotel is housed in a beautiful old warehouse on the River Tyne. Inside, the decor is a vision of millennial-friendly motifs, clearly designed with a young, cool crowd in mind. If the outlandish design doesn’t reel you in, then the luxurious spa on site is sure to do it, tempting you to pause your northern tour for a pamper session.

This quayside hotel is a sleek, modern affair based in the very centre of Newcastle. If serene, minimalist decor in bright, spacious rooms sounds like your vibe, this is the spot for you. The delicious Italian fare served at the in-house restaurant, presided over by celebrity chef Gino D’Acampo, treats guests to riverside views as well as top-class dining. A bowl of clam-covered spaghetti smothered in garlic, parsley and olive oil is guaranteed to be the perfect end to a busy day of sightseeing.

This award-winning boutique is an oasis of calm in Central Newcastle, with funky interiors and playful design guaranteed to delight short- and long-stay visitors. The onsite restaurant, Leila Lily’s, is not to be missed. The brightly painted space is home to more than jazzy decor – it has the only Mibrasa Charcoal oven in the city. If you’ve never heard of one of these, know this: it sumptuously laces dishes with a smoky, barbeque aroma and taste that you won’t forget in a hurry.

Based in Grainger Town, one of the vibrant riverside districts in Newcastle, this modern accommodation is ideally based for your Angel of the North and city break. As well as boasting riverside views of the great bridges of the Tyne, the Maldron is home to a courtyard restaurant that’s perfect for a peaceful lunch date, dinner with the family or a few cocktails with friends. It’s the unbeatable service from the exceptionally friendly staff that will keep you coming back, though.