The Grotto
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Grotto
Coast Road, South Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE34 7BS, United Kingdom
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Amenities
Public parking
Bar
English
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Children's meals available
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Property Description
Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Grotto.Guests can avail parking facilities at the inn. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the inn to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At The Grotto, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay.Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay.In select rooms at the inn, a coffee or tea maker is available for those moments when it seems necessary. Essential restroom facilities are equally significant, and at the inn, some visitor bathrooms offer a hair dryer to enhance your experience. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at The Grotto. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the inn's bar.
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6.2/10
Cleanliness6.2
Amenities6.2
Location6.2
Service6.2
All 38 Reviews
Surroundings
Metro: South Shields
(4.9 km)
Metro: Chichester
(5.1 km)
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2
Deluxe Double Room With Bath
1 double bed
Has window
Bathtub
TV
Satellite channels
Cable channels
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1
Double Room With Private Bathroom
1 double bed
Has window
TV
Satellite channels
Cable channels
Coffee maker/teapot
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1
King Room
1 king bed
Bathtub
TV
Satellite channels
Cable channels
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1
Double Room With Private Bathroom
1 queen bed
Has window
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1
King-Standard-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View
1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Ocean view
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3
Standard King Room
1 king bed
Has window
TV
Satellite channels
Cable channels
Coffee maker/teapot
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2
Superior King Room
1 king bed
Has window
Non-smoking
TV
Ocean view
Satellite channels
Cable channels
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1
Double Room-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View-Room 9
1 queen bed
Has window
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1
Triple Room with Shower
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
TV
Ocean view
Coffee maker/teapot
Hair dryer
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1
Double Room-Premier-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View-Room 10
1 queen bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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1
Double Room-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View-Family Room
1 single bed and 1 double bed
Has window
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1
King-Ensuite With Bath-Cave Room
1 king bed
Non-smoking
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1
Twin Room-Standard-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View
2 single beds
Has window
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1
King-Premier-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View
1 king bed
Has window
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1
Double Room-Luxury-Ensuite With Bath-Sea View
1 double bed
Has window
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1
Twin Room-Standard-Wet Room-Sea View
2 single beds
Has window
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1
Double Room-Ensuite With Shower-Sea View-Compact Double
1 double bed
Has window
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2
Standard Twin Room with Sea View
2 single beds
Has window
Non-smoking
Ocean view
Hair dryer
Iron and ironing board
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Guest Reviews
6.2/10
38 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness6.2
- Amenities6.2
- Location6.2
- Service6.2
Average for similar properties in South Shields
AI Summary
The location is superb, offering stunning sea views from multiple areas. The staff is friendly and goes the extra mile. Guests love the comfortable rooms, ocean sounds, and luxurious amenities.
Guest User
May 21, 2025
Lovely stay here, view is amazing. Staff are friendly and warm welcoming. Few issues with room, but they got sorted. If your a light sleeper, sound of the sea may keep you up or might actually help you sleep as was therapeutic. Light breakfast included which was nice touch. Only downside maybe for some, no signal at all, had to go halfway up the stairs, as the lift stops at 10pm.
Sarah B
April 12, 2025
The Grotto has gone very grotty. Outside not a single table was clear. Piled high with plates and cups and bottles. Inside was only marginally better. I had high hopes - it having changed ownership again that they would tidy up, pick up the rubbish and spruce it up. There was a time you could get a great coffee on a lovely deck looking out to sea. Sadly even basic standards are not on show here. This place has huge sentimental value to me, my nan worked here once upon a time. It’s the best setting earth with one of the most beautiful beaches you could wish for. Crying out for an owner to maximise its potential.
jenabelConsett
August 19, 2024
We booked as a special night for our 39th wedding anniversary and were not disappointed. When we arrived, we asked about the parking as the car park had a pay and display machine. The barman told us to only pay the cheapest tariff and then give them our reg, and this would cover us for our stay. We arrived too early to book in, so I just told the lovely staff that we would be back later and booked a table in the restaurant for 8pm.we caught a bus into south shields for the day and had a lovely afternoon. We returned by taxi at 6 pm. Our room was number 5, the sandpiper and it was lovely. Very clean, nice and roomy and a comfortable bed. The only gripe was the shower head was too low, so hubby had to crouch down under it, but this no way spoilt our stay. There was lots of hot water, fluffy white towels, tea and coffee stuff, and the view was fantastic. Overlooking a stony beach and Marsden rock, I could have sat and watched the sea and the birds forever. We had a nice stroll on the beach, then had our meal in the cave restaurant. We both had the Jack Blaster burger and it was very nice. It's a nice experience with a bit of a spooky atmosphere and we loved it. We were surprised the next morning as there was a nice breakfast included that we didn't know about. Cereals, toast, muffins, tea, coffee and fruit juices. Very nice. Overall we enjoyed our stay and will hopefully return next year and would recommend
Guest User
February 22, 2025
Lovely food and very friendly staff in a very unusual venue. I have never had a meal in a cave once used by smugglers. This restaurant has to be seen to be believed. The fish chowders are tasty and they had caffreys on draught. The restaurant is in a cave cut into a cliff with great history.
Guest User
January 7, 2025
Booked into Room 9(The Velvet) very cold room as central heating struggles to reach this side of the cave. Manager on duty changed our room to Room 5 (Sand Dancer) excellent, could not fault. Great experience in sleeping in a cave with a lovely view. Meal in the cave restaurant was very tasty, just abit overpriced. Bit disappointing that the pub area closed at 10pm The whole building was quite cold, could do with more heaters. Staff all so helpful and friendly. Would we go again? Yes but in summer.
Guest User
November 22, 2024
The whole place needs an overhaul. It was tired and dated, definitely deteriorated since previous visits. Food was overpriced, the bread served with it was stale and chips were undercooked. I think the car park charges should be waived for customers and Wi fi code should be made available. The best part was the fabulous views.
Guest User
October 16, 2024
We went for lunch on a Saturday. I had left a message booking a table on the website but didn’t hear back so called - no bookings for lunch taken - first come first served, so we aimed to get there at 12. They have a simple system, find a table and note the number, order at the bar and food will be delivered to your table. We had a table in the Grotto bit which also had a view out to the sea view - great spot. Son’s burger was deemed to be good. Wife’s mussels were delicious. My scampi was very ordinary. The fries/chips were absolutely fantastic. The view outside is wonderful - a poor mans 12 Apostles view (in Australia). Staff all very pleasant. Can’t remember the cost - about £25 a head which I thought was ok value for the location.
Guest User
September 23, 2024
Visited today Food was very good but also expensive, Starters came out with the mains as this is normal unless you come after 6pm when they get served separately which doesn’t make any sense? The only thing letting this place down is the cleanliness, it’s a bit grotty, toilets were filthy.
Services & Amenities
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Public parking
Additional charge
Bar
Bar
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Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Additional charge
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Bar
Public Areas
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Facilities for Children
Children's meals available
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 14:00–21:00
Check-out: Before 10:30
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Contact property |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Number of Rooms: 8
Experience an abundance of unparalleled facilities and features at The Grotto.Guests can avail parking facilities at the inn. Kindly note that smoking is prohibited in the inn to ensure fresher air for all visitors. At The Grotto, every guestroom is provided with convenient amenities and fittings to ensure a comfortable stay.Certain rooms boast in-room amusement features such as television and cable TV, offering guests an enjoyable stay.In select rooms at the inn, a coffee or tea maker is available for those moments when it seems necessary. Essential restroom facilities are equally significant, and at the inn, some visitor bathrooms offer a hair dryer to enhance your experience. Begin your day with a scrumptious on-site breakfast available each morning at The Grotto. Enjoy an entertaining evening with your fellow travelers at the inn's bar.