In Whickham, The Gibside Hotel offers a warm welcome with Pacos Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Connect to in-room WiFi or unwind at the bar while appreciating the helpful staff that guests rave about.
Front Street, Whickham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, NE16 4JG
What's nearby
Intu - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Utilita Arena Newcastle - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
St. James' Park - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Quayside - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 14 min drive
Dunston Station - 5 min drive
Blaydon Station - 6 min drive
Metrocentre Station - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 6 min drive
Nando's - 5 min drive
IKEA Restaurant - 5 min drive
Buffet King @ Metro - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
About this property
The Gibside Hotel
When you stay at The Gibside Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of St. James' Park and Quayside. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Pacos Restaurant, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
44 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
Pacos Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
Optional extras
English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.95 to 12.95 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Also known as
Gibside Hotel
Gibside Hotel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Gibside Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Best Western Plus Gibside Hotel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Best Western Plus Gibside Hotel
Best Western Plus Gibside Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Best Western Plus Gibside
The Gibside Hotel Hotel
Best Western Plus Gibside Hotel
The Gibside Hotel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
The Gibside Hotel Hotel Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Frequently asked questions
Does The Gibside Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Gibside Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Gibside Hotel?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at The Gibside Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Gibside Hotel?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at The Gibside Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (9-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near The Gibside Hotel?
Yes, Pacos Restaurant offers Italian cuisine.
Does The Gibside Hotel have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a spring water bathtub.
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The Gibside Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for being excellent, good, and delicious with many guests enjoying the variety and quality of the meal. (21 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2025
Amazing place to stay very friendly and helpful staff very welcoming will
Definitely stay again…
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2025
Friendly staff and lovely hotel
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 2, 2025
Over night stay
We could not fault it….. Staff were polite and helpful xx
Stella
Stella, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
Comfortable stay, nice environment. Lounge bar outstanding. Set in lovely village of Whickham.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Good hotel
Clean & spacious room. Pleasant, helpful staff. Convenient local shops for food.
Janet
Janet, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2025
Lovely stay in Whickham
Had a lovely stay at the Gibside hotel! Staff all very friendly and helpful. Comfy bed, nice sized room and delicious breakfast
Tamanya
Tamanya, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
Bed was comfy, shower a bit weak, bistro really good
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Lovely hotel ideally located for our visit
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 23, 2025
Really nice, but room for improvement
Really nice stay in a Junior Suite. Shame it was only for one night.
Breakfast was excellent and the staff in the restaurant were friendly and efficient.
Only downside was the bed was too soft, and the curtains were a poor fit for the window.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 31, 2025
Clean but dated
Clean enough but very dated
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Good stay very local situated clean and presentable
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 31, 2025
Great Hotel in Newcastle Upon Tyne
We were very impressed with this hotel.
Our room was spacious, the bed was very comfortable and we were fortunate to have a lovely view of Newcastle.from our window. Our incuded breakfast was served in a magnificent reception room and was very 'a la carte' and delicious. Thank you.
The front reception were friendly and offered us the service staff elevator to our floor as we were travelling with heavy suitcases. There are no lifts at this hotel.
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 29, 2025
Lovely clean,comfortable room and bed. Good food in lovely bar restaurant. Friendly staff including Malcolm, the owner. Will be back soon and highly recommend this hotel. Plenty of pubs,restaurants shops in walking distance. Ample free parking a bonus too.
Toni
Toni, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and the bed was really comfy. A good location, lots of places to eat nearby. It’s not far from the metro centre and Newcastle city centre.
Jenna
Jenna, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Lovely hotel
A really friendly hotel. Excellent breakfast & Sunday lunch. Service outstanding we will definitely stay again
Mick
Mick, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
Lovely gem just 10 minutes by taxi into Newcastle. All the staff were friendly and helpful from the receptionist to the dining room staff, especially Ann and John who made breakfast a unique experience. We will definitely consider staying there again in the future.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 17, 2025
Weekend Stay
Enjoyed a lovely Sunday lunch and a pretty comfortable stay overall. However, next morning the shower would only pump scalding hot water through (no cold) the water was too hot to take a shower.
In our previous stay at the same hotel, the shower wouldn't work at all - worth testing when you first arrive in case you need a chnage of room
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2025
Immaculately clean and value for money. Ideal location
Nigel
Nigel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2025
Value for money,easy access into city centre
Liam
Liam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2025
Lovely couple of days at the Gibside. Staff really friendly and food delicious
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
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Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Pleasant Stay
Good value, pleasant stay
David
David, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 6, 2025
Great location with plenty bars and restaurants around, good transport links to Newcastle. comfortable bed, rooms dated but staff friendly and cheap parking too. Would return.
Niki
Niki, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 7, 2024
Great location, plenty of local places to eat and drink. Bar in hotel really nice. Reception staff very friendly
Edward
Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 10, 2024
Such a delightful hotel in the heart of a wonderful area. Loved the ambience of the place