The Old Rectory

Hotels
8.6 (339 reviews)
Clayton Street Jarrow , Jarrow , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Heating
Garden
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle
Meeting/banquet facilities
Sun terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Great location
Friendly service
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Shared bathroom
Some maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.35
Overall sentiment indicates clean but some guests reported issues with cleanliness like shared bathrooms and smells.
Service
9.85
Guests praised friendly staff and easy check-in/out process.
Location
9.35
Location was highlighted positively as it was convenient for various amenities and family visits.
Room Quality
7.85
Some rooms were deemed clean but issues like hard beds and outdated furniture affected sentiment.
Amenities
8.35
Tea/coffee facilities available; however, some amenities were lacking, like bins.
Value for Money
8.85
Overall considered good value despite some complaints, as guests felt they got what they paid for.
Food and Beverage
8.35
No direct comments on food, perceived as standard for the price.
Overall Experience
8.85
Mixed reviews but generally positive, particularly for location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 01:12

Property Description

Charming 2-Star Hotel Near Cultural Attractions

Convenient Amenities: The Old Rectory offers free WiFi, a garden, and essential services like an ATM and luggage storage for a comfortable stay.

Cozy Room Features: Guests can enjoy garden views, coffee machines, flat-screen TVs, and complimentary toiletries in select rooms, ensuring a relaxing experience.

Relaxing Sun Terrace: Unwind at the hotel's sun terrace after a day of exploring nearby attractions like the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and Sage Gateshead.

Ready to experience a delightful stay at The Old Rectory in Jarrow?

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 339 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.35
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 7.85
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 8.85
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 8.85
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Maria couple gb
10
This has become a favourite place to stay when visiting family.
Pros:

Great staff, beautiful building and convenient location. The shower was excellent and the host is lovely.

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Maria couple gb
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

N/a

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Piotr couple gb
8
Cheap place to stay .
Pros:

Cheap option to stay, we picked the room with private bathroom. Two parking spaces on road plus big (paid) carpark on site of the hotel.
Gels and washing liquids im the bathroom. Kettle and coffee in the room .

Cons:

Access to the property was limited due to low battery level on automatic lock. Lack of proper size of sign with name on building to indicate thats the place.
Address on website doesn’t lead to property but to old church near by worth to have that changed . Drawers would benign good vacuum.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple gb
8
Glad to return to the property for our second 1 night stay and to meet our host in person.
Pros:

This was our 2nd stay at the property for 1 night, as we were returning there after a 9 day cruise. Our parked car was undamaged and safe. This time we knew how to use the keypad entry! There were plenty of towels and the same room was like returning to our previous home. The TV still was unable to be used even for basics like Freeview or BBC IPlayer. Maybe previous guests have installed a lot of subscription apps? This time we phoned Stephen and he came to the room in person to investigate. It was good to meet him! He took the TV off the wall and exchanged it for another one in minutes, which had full access to what we needed.

Cons:

We would like to meet the host or a staff member on arrival, so that it feels more personal. Any queries can be raised and sorted out straight away, without having to ask fellow guests (they were very helpful). First floor rooms are accessed by steep stairs, with no lift. We coped with that by leaving most of our luggage in our car.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Maria couple gb
10
Comfortable nights sleep in a beautiful setting.
Pros:

Beautiful king sized bedroom with en suite, toiletries supplied and friendly welcoming staff.

Cons:

Parking can be a bit of an issue due to the central location but this is a generalisation not a dislike.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple gb
7
Ideal location and facilities for our needs, good value for money, felt impersonal re host.
Pros:

The location was excellent. Flat terrain, close walking distance from Metro station, buses, shops and pub. There was free parking right at the door. The area was quiet and felt safe at night. Breakfast not offered, tea and coffee facilities in room. Good WiFi. We requested to leave our car while we went away from the port on a 9 day cruise. We easily reached the port via the Metro and connecting bus. Taxis also available nearby. We were able to book a second night at the end of our cruise before our long drive home to Northamptonshire.

Cons:

Although the Satnav code was supplied, our vehicle only took us to the general region. The address needs more specific detail, such as 'next door to Palmer Community Hospital'. Stephen answered our phone call and gave verbal directions. It would have been great if he had welcomed us when we arrived and talked to us in person during our stay. The keypad entry key did work, though the man that helped us was actually a long-term resident. We mistook him and his partner for the hosts! They were both very helpful.
There was only 1 large towel supplied for 2 guests. The TV had adverts for many subscription services, but unable to access anything on Freeview or BBC IPlayer using our own logon. We were too tired to text/phone Stephen to ask about these things, and checked out next day without any interaction with him.

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
J
Jo solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

It was, clean, quiet, accessible, fabulous stay...

Cons:

Nothing, I liked it...

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Nathan solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Leanne solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Emily couple gb
9
Pros:

EV charging just across the road.

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
M
Maria couple gb
9
Great room & lovely staff
Pros:

Great location and friendly staff, room was clean and comfortable.

Cons:

Not a dislike but shower was a little compact.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Thomas solo_traveller gb
9
2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Zack couple gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Fantastic

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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micky solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Room was clean, comfy warm

Cons:

Need new show
Also when arrived I couldn't get 8n and there was know communication from owner how to get in, a couple who lived there helped me out by phoning manager
Bit of a piss take to be fair but part from that I would stay again

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
H
hall solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Location and the overall service

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
J
Jamie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
J
Jamie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
10
Ideal. When in the area next time. Will be looking to stay here.
Pros:

Location was great. Adjacent to both the Tram and Bus stations.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-19 via Nuitee
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Tracey couple gb
8
It was good for what we needed
Pros:

Room was clean and comfortable , good for what we needed.

Cons:

Room wasn’t ready at specified time (5pm).

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Easy to access and cheap

Cons:

Noisy toilet

2026-05-16 via Nuitee