The Grotto Hotel - South Shields

Cliffside cave hotel carved into the cliff at Marsden Bay, South Shields

Rooms with Sea Views

Each room at The Grotto offers sea views, a bath, and a shower. The rooms include tea and coffee makers, hairdryers, work desks, and TVs. Guests can choose from double rooms with private bathrooms or deluxe rooms with a bath.

Facilities and Access

The hotel provides a lift from the car park down to the bar and restaurant area. On-site parking is available for £3 per night. The property is non-smoking throughout and offers internet access.

Coastal Location

The Grotto is located 3 km from Sandhaven Beach and 26 km from Newcastle International Airport. Nearby attractions include Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum at 5 km and Tynemouth Castle and Priory at 17 km. The beach at Marsden Bay offers rock pools and sea birds.

On-Site Dining

The Grotto's bar and restaurant is set inside a cave with views of Marsden Rock. The menu includes kids' meals and a range of seafood dishes. Guests can eat on the heated terrace overlooking the beach.

Unique Cave Setting

As one of very few cave bars in Europe, The Grotto offers a unique stay built into the cliff. The building includes a lift shaft and a zigzag staircase on the cliff side. Guests can explore the beach and caves directly from the property.

• Location: 3 km from Sandhaven Beach
• Access: Lift from car park to bar
• Rooms: Sea-view rooms with bath and shower
• Dining: Cave restaurant with kids' meals
• Parking: On-site parking at £3 per night
• Non-smoking: Entire property non-smoking
• Nearby: Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum 5 km