Grand Hotel Sunderland, Sunderland (Tyne and Wear)

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About the Hotel

Queens Parade, Sunderland (Tyne and Wear), United Kingdom, SR68DB

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“Nestled right by the sea, this hotel offers stunning views over the distant fields and beach, making it a picturesque getaway.”view full review

Location

Grand Hotel Sunderland is situated along the scenic Whitburn Sands, just two miles from the city center. Guests have convenient access to attractions such as the Stadium of Light, Doxford Park, and Alnwick Castle. The hotel is also only 35 minutes from Newcastle Airport, making travel accessible.

Accommodations

The hotel offers 165 spacious accommodations, including family rooms with two double beds and accessible options. Some rooms provide stunning sea views with comfortable pillow top bedding and flat-screen TVs. Guests benefit from a separate area for relaxation and 24-hour room service.

Dining

The on-site Seaview Bar & Grill serves fresh, seasonal cuisine, along with a full English breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A Sunday lunch carvery and afternoon tea are also offered, catering to a range of tastes. The bar area provides light snacks for guests looking for a quick bite.

Event Spaces

With five versatile conference rooms, the hotel can accommodate events for up to 300 delegates. The largest venue, the Castle Suite, can host grand gatherings with comprehensive catering services available. Expert event planners assist in customizing packages to meet varied organizational needs.

Wellness Facilities

The Health and Leisure Club at Grand Hotel Sunderland includes a fitness center and an indoor pool for guests looking to maintain an active lifestyle. Relaxation options such as the sauna and whirlpool are also available. Fitness classes cater to all levels, providing various activities to suit individual preferences.

Highlights

Location: Just two miles from the city center

Accommodations: 165 spacious rooms including premium family options

Dining: Fresh, seasonal cuisine at Seaview Bar & Grill

Event Spaces: Five versatile conference rooms for up to 300 delegates

Wellness: Indoor pool, sauna, and fitness classes

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Junior Suite

2 persons

6 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Standard Twin Room

2 persons

6 m²

2 Single beds

Shower

Heating

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Superior Double Sea View

2 persons

6 m²

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

2 persons

6 m²

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Layout

“The room was impressively spacious, featuring an enormous layout that made it feel like a home away from home.” view full review

Relaxing Pool Area

“The extensive leisure facilities included a lovely pool area, where the water temperature was just perfect for unwinding.” view full review

Really good Breakfast

“The breakfast buffet offered a fantastic selection, with fresh produce and options like cook-to-order dishes that made for a good start to the day.” view full review

Impressive Amenities

“I was thrilled with the bathroom's features; it had a large bath and a separate shower, both providing excellent water pressure and comfort.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Queens Parade, Sunderland (Tyne and Wear), United Kingdom, SR68DB

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Queens Parade, Sunderland (Tyne and Wear), United Kingdom, SR68DB

City landmarks

Stadium

Stadium Of Light

2.5 km

Museum

National Glass Centre

2.3 km

Park

Roker Park

1.1 km

Landmark

Roker Beach

1.4 km

Landmark

Fulwell Windmill visitor centre

1.4 km

Beach

Seaburn Beach

620 m

Bay

Whitburn Bay

930 m

Landmark

Roker Park Conservation Area

1.1 km

Landmark

Sunderland Museum and Winter Gardens

3.4 km

Church

Saint Andrews church

750 m

Church

St Peter's Church

2.3 km

Landmark

Fulwell Mill

1.5 km

Landmark

World War I early warning acoustic mirror on Namey Hill

1.7 km

Landmark

Thompson Park

2.2 km

Landmark

Wave Basin Battery Adjacent To Old South Pier

2.0 km

Lighthouse

Roker Lighthouse

1.7 km

Stadium

Sunderland Greyhound Stadium

2.7 km

Landmark

Sunderland Harbour

1.9 km

Harbour

Roker Pier

2.1 km

Mall

New Sunderland Square

3.2 km

Gallery

Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art

3.2 km

Landmark

Whitburn Windmill

2.5 km

Museum

Fans Museum

2.6 km

Landmark

Holy Trinity Parish Church

2.8 km

Casino

Grosvenor Casino Sunderland

2.9 km

Park

Mowbray Park

3.4 km

Lighthouse

Souter Lighthouse

4.1 km

Landmark

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

4.1 km

Landmark

National Trust

4.1 km

Nearby

Park

Seaburn Recreation Ground

560 m

Restaurants

The Salt House Kitchen

90 m

6 Queens Parade Seaburn

Santini's

80 m

5 Queens Parade Seaburn

Gabriele's Italian Restaurant

80 m

4 Queens Parade Seaburn

The Seaburn Bar & Grill

140 m

Queens Parade

Martinos

150 m

Dykelands Road Seaburn

Dine At Home Seaburn

340 m

7 Queens Parade

Little Italy

540 m

Lower Promenade Whitburn Road Seaburn

The Mad Hatter

830 m

113 Sea Road

Getting around

City Centre

Sunderland (Tyne and Wear)6 min · 3.4 km

Airports

Newcastle (NCL)47 min · 30.7 km

Durham Tees Valley (MME)94 min · 62.6 km

Bus

Bus stop17 min · 11.2 km

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

4/5 based on 1095 reviews

#6 of 10 hotels in Sunderland based on Tripadvisor

Henry

United States, January 2025

7.8/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel, where the spacious rooms were clean and well-furnished, though a few furnishings looked a bit worn. The staff were incredibly attentive, making my visit enjoyable. The location by the seafront is fantastic, providing easy access to local eateries. However, the dining experience was underwhelming, particularly with breakfast options that could use improvement. Overall, the facilities are great and contribute to a good value for the price paid.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, but some furniture felt a bit outdated.

Service

9.0

The staff were very kind and attentive throughout my stay.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly situated near the beach and various restaurants.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast options were limited and could definitely use improvement.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-maintained, though the dining area could have a better ambiance.

Walter

United States, January 2025

5.2/10

This hotel has a lovely ambiance, and I truly enjoyed the helpfulness of the staff during my stay. However, my experience with the room was less than ideal, as I ended up in a standard room despite requesting an upgrade. The breakfast options were also disappointing, and I found them lacking in variety and warmth. It's a shame because I can see the potential this place has if improvements were made.

Rooms

5.0

I was disappointed with the room I received, as I had booked an upgrade but ended up in a standard one with a view overlooking the car park. The air conditioning was noisy, and the room felt dated, needing some TLC.

Service

5.0

The staff were quick to address our inquiries, although their responses often felt defensive rather than accommodating. I appreciated their politeness, but the customer service didn't quite meet my expectations given the circumstances.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located, close to various attractions and right by the beach, which was a definite plus for our stay.

Dining

5.0

I found the breakfast options to be quite limited and not adequately warm. It felt unorganized, especially with the wait for hot items like eggs and bacon.

Facilities

6.0

The leisure facilities seemed nice, but I chose not to use them after encountering several issues during my stay. Cleanliness in common areas was a noticeable concern.

Helpful staff

Room upgrade not honored

Steven

United States, December 2024

7.2/10

The hotel offers a good balance of strengths and weaknesses. The sea views from the rooms are absolutely stunning, and the size and comfort of the rooms enhance the overall experience. However, the lack of housekeeping during my stay was disappointing, as was the dining experience which could use more variety. Overall, it's a comfortable stay with a few areas needing attention.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious with a lovely sea view, and the bed was incredibly comfortable, but the sheets felt basic. There was a slight smoky odor that detracted from the welcoming atmosphere.

Service

6.0

I encountered issues with service, primarily due to a lack of housekeeping during my stay. It would have been nice to have my room restocked and cleaned, especially for a longer visit.

Location

9.0

The hotel is positioned conveniently close to the beach and local attractions, making it easy to enjoy activities around the area.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was decent with a satisfactory selection, but it felt limited compared to what I'd expect at a hotel of this caliber. The dining experience could definitely be enhanced with more variety.

Facilities

7.0

The leisure facilities include a lovely pool and sauna, which I enjoyed, but the condition of some areas like the mats leading to the pool could use some improvement.

Stunning sea views

Lack of housekeeping

Craig

United States, December 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely time at the hotel, especially enjoying the beautiful sea views from my room and the helpfulness of the staff. However, the cleanliness in some areas could definitely be improved, and the dining experience was not as good as I had hoped. Overall, it's a charming place with good amenities but has room for enhancement in certain aspects.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in offered a lovely sea view, and while it was small, it had everything I needed for a comfortable night's sleep. However, the noise from the street outside was a bit distracting at times.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly welcoming and went out of their way to make me feel at home, which really made my stay special.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, right on the seafront, making it perfect for long walks along the beach and enjoying the coastal views.

Dining

6.0

I enjoyed a nice breakfast with a lovely view, but the variety could use some work as there were limited options available.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has a great pool area that was clean and well-kept, making it a pleasant spot to relax after a day out.

Welcoming staff

Cleanliness issues

Justin

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

The hotel boasts an ideal location right on the seafront, making for beautiful views from the rooms and easy access to local restaurants and bars. I enjoyed a spacious room and some excellent service throughout my stay. However, I had a major letdown with room service quality; my meal was not as expected, and there was a lack of timely follow-up from the staff. Overall, it's a nice place to stay if you're looking for a beautiful view and comfortable accommodations, but be wary of the dining experience.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious with a lovely view, although the bed was quite firm for my taste.

Service

7.0

Overall, the staff was friendly but not always responsive, especially with my room service issue.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly positioned on the seafront, which provides splendid views and easy access to nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the room service was quite disappointing; the meal I ordered was burnt and not enjoyable.