The queens head

Hotels
8.3 (732 reviews)
7 High Street Queens head , Newbiggin-by-the-Sea , gb

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Restaurant
Terrace
Pets allowed
Bar

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable rooms
Good value
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Staff availability concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.99
Generally clean but some reviews mentioned issues with breakfast cleanliness.
Service
8.46
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
8.8
Good location near the beach and local attractions.
Room Quality
8.95
Rooms were described as spacious and comfortable.
Amenities
8.08
Amenities like Wi-Fi and bar/restaurant were positively noted.
Value for Money
8.14
Good value for what was offered, but some felt pricing wasn't clear.
Food and Beverage
7.49
Mixed reviews with some dissatisfaction over breakfast options.
Overall Experience
8.46
Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and would recommend the hotel.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 14:27

Property Description

Charming Coastal Retreat
Nestled in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, The Queens Head offers a picturesque setting with a terrace, restaurant, bar, and complimentary WiFi.
Seaside Serenity
Just 100 meters from Newbiggin Beach, guests can unwind by the sea or explore Lyne Sands Beach and Northumbria University nearby.
Comfort and Convenience
Each room boasts a desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom, ensuring a cozy stay. Newcastle Train Station and Newcastle International Airport are easily accessible for travelers.
Experience seaside tranquility at The Queens Head - book your stay now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 732 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.99
Service: 8.46
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8.95
Amenities: 8.08
Value for Money: 8.14
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 8.46
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Daniel couple us
8
Pros:

The staff were friendly staff and clean room.

Cons:

In room 5, a generator outside repeatedly came on through the night which stopped us sleeping.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Db Lgs Services Ltd couple gb
8
Lovely rooms, nice staff and it's in a great location in Newbiggin.
Pros:

We stay at this hotel annually to attend the brilliant Soul by the Sea event and it works out perfectly. It's a short walk to the sea front and the rooms and large and comfortable.

Cons:

The breakfast included is continental so we don't normally stay for breakfast.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Dwane couple gb
8
A lovely place
Pros:

The property was very lovely, very well maintained

Cons:

Property was lovely people were friendly.
The only downside.is they could do with starting the breakfast earlier
Other than that, a lovely place, I would stay there again

2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
7
Pros:

The room was well fitted, dinner was reasonable at a fair price.
Booking said breakfast, not English or continental.
This turned out to be a self help continental, !! Everything was left on a table with the meat/ cheese( slices) on a plate covered with cling film, on a hot day.
The meat was clearly sweating!!. Be more honest state at the point of booking what I'm paying for

Cons:

Breakfast

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
J
Jane solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

Very good nice welcome and lovely room

Cons:

Stairs up to the rooms and noise from the street

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
10
Great stop-off doing the coastal walk
Pros:

A very nice, spacious, clean room above a friendly pub. Lovely evening meal in there too.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Christoph solo_traveller de
8
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Green solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

All good nice food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Glenn couple gb
8
The Queens Head is a nice pub with friendly staff and locals.
Pros:

Good central position in the town and near the beach

Cons:

The only thing l have to say, is l like a cooked breakfast in a morning, not fruit and cereals, although if you like that there was a good selection.

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
8
Cons:

Disappointed to not have a hot breakfast option!

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Friendly team, Comfortable large bed, lovely big bathroom.
Enjoyed the Continental breakfast with a very good variety of cereal, toast and fruit.
Walk to the sea front in under two minutes.
The Queens Head serves excellent food throughout the day and evening which are large and filling they also have a good selection of beers and ales, book a table as it can be busy.

Cons:

Nothing identified

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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anne solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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leech couple gb
1
A poor experience..also walking through the kitchen to dining room..not very hygenic
Pros:

Quite good..location goog

Cons:

We stayed three nights. ..no new towels ...no fresh bedding no replenish of milk for coffee

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Very comfortable good evening menu with nice cooked food

Cons:

Had to make own bed and tea sugar and milk not topped up after 1st day

2026-07-03 via Nuitee
J
Jo couple gb
8
Nice comfy stay.
Pros:

Location and modern bedroom decor

Cons:

Breakfast was ok but would’ve been good to have some more options.

2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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David solo_traveller gb
7
Excellent bed and bathroom although it can be uncomfortable in hot weather.
Pros:

Although not on the sea front the location was still excellent for reaching the coast and the coast path. The room was very clean and facilities were up to date including the bathroom.

Cons:

Although nights since my stay have been warmer still, it was pretty warm over night and there was no obvious air conditioning or failing that, a fan. I was also not able to open the window for ventilation.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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tina couple au
9
Pros:

It was great

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Helen solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

The smell of fat was disgusting

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Linsey extended_group gb
10
Great location very professional and lovely staff
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-21 via Nuitee