Rivers Hotel

Hotels
Green Lane, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, rivers hotel , Gateshead , gb

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Tour desk
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great river views / location
Friendly, helpful staff (many mentions)
Free/off-road parking
Comfortable beds / rooms
On-site restaurant and free continental breakfast
Cons:
Breakfast often described as poor/limited or unclear extra charges
Inconsistent cleanliness (leftover rubbish, broken mirror piece)
Food and drinks perceived as expensive
Room issues reported (dim lighting, blocked shower, insufficient pillows)
Some staff disorganisation at check-in and hotel is somewhat isolated

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Mixed comments: many reviewers praised clean rooms and bathrooms, but multiple notes of leftover rubbish, a broken mirror piece and some areas not spotless.
Service
1
Mixed service feedback: several mentions of warm, helpful and friendly staff, reception described as very welcoming, but other reports of disorganised/ inattentive staff at check-in and phone usage while serving guests.
Location
1
Generally praised for river views, central Gateshead location and plentiful free parking, but a few guests found the hotel isolated with the nearest shop a long walk.
Room Quality
1
Rooms described as comfortable with good beds and some nice en-suites and large showers; negatives include dim lighting, blocked shower on one report and insufficient pillows for some guests.
Amenities
1
Useful amenities noted (free parking, river-view rooms, on-site restaurant, continental breakfast/egg boiler), while some guests reported poorly cleaned tea/juice equipment and slow kettles.
Value for Money
1
Several guests felt food and drink were expensive and one expected more for the price; complimentary continental breakfast appreciated but overall value seen as mixed-to-negative.
Food and Beverage
1
On-site restaurant received positive comments from some, but multiple guests criticized the included breakfast as poor/limited, unclear hot-breakfast ordering and extra charges.
Overall Experience
1
Overall stays described as relaxing and enjoyable by many with return intentions and pleasant river views, though a minority reported very negative experiences.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-25 11:41

Property Description

Experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at Rivers Hotel, nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne.

Exceptional Accommodations
Every room is thoughtfully designed with a cozy desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathrooms featuring complimentary toiletries. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, with select rooms offering stunning views of the river.

Delicious Dining Options
Indulge in delightful cuisine at our on-site restaurant, coupled with a vibrant bar perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Room service is also available for those who prefer dining in.

Incredible Location
Ideally situated just miles from major attractions like the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art and Theatre Royal, our hotel is the perfect starting point to discover the rich culture and nightlife of Newcastle.

Don't miss out on an unforgettable stay—book your room at Rivers Hotel today!

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
F
Frank couple gb
9
Pros:

The location was great with lovely views of the river

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Joseph-David couple de
1
Pros:

Die Aussicht

Cons:

Das Zimmer war schmutzig habe erstmal die Toilette sauber gemacht.Die Verständigung sehr schlecht in Englisch.Ejgentlich nichts schönes dabei ausser die Aussicht

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
J
Joseph-David couple de
1
Pros:

Nur die Aussicht

Cons:

Verständigung miserabel obwohl in Englisch.80%der Speisekarte garnicht da

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
C
Craig extended_group gb
8
2026-04-03 via Nuitee
A
Angela family_with_children gb
2
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
J
Jenny extended_group gb
10
Good hotel
Pros:

Very clean and nicely prepared

Cons:

There wasn't anything wrong

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
A
Andrea solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The hotel is excellent value for money. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the restaurant food was superb. It is very easy to get into Newcastle and other parts of yhe north east. I would definitely recommend and would absolutely stay their again.

2026-03-30 via Nuitee
P
Peter solo_traveller gb
10
We want to use this hotel and restaurant in the future again!!
Pros:

Very good location near by the river. Quiet, clean and discreet.

This hotel is a dream. Fantastic location, friendly polite staff , clean rooms everything what you need when you want to take a rest far from your home. And on top of that the restaurant is amazing. You feel yourself on a summer holiday with all its taste and delicious foods. I highly recommend it!!!

2026-03-29 via Nuitee
K
Kaur solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

Good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
T
Tracey couple gb
8
A good hotel just on the outskirts of Newcastle fo an affordable stay
Pros:

Clean room with hairdryer, iron and ironing board and hot drink facilities

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
G
Gentian couple al
10
Pros:

The staff and the view was amazing

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
B
Ben couple gb
3
Aged, not overly clean and just an all round disappointment
Pros:

Only thing I can say good is that there was a tea and coffee, little of it but it was there.

Cons:

This is the definition of you get what you pay for and I'd still say it was overpriced.
Room was so dated
Shower was poor
Room was generally clean in the 'middle areas' but on edges, corners, near walls was dust dirt or mould.
Booking in, the receptionist was short and just gave us key. No directions to stairs lift or what floor room was on. We had to ask.
I'm told they don't serve alcohol.
We didn't end up staying the night in the end and left.

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
B
Ben couple gb
10
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
O
Okorie couple gb
8
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
S
Sarah couple gb
8
Peaceful and comfortable
Pros:

Quiet location. Lovely staff

Cons:

No further comment d available

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
N
Neil solo_traveller gb
9
Comfortable clean bed and room. Relaxing stay.
Pros:

Nice quiet location, comfortable room.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
J
Jonathan solo_traveller gb
5
2026-03-20 via Nuitee
J
Jack solo_traveller gb
10
Brilliant
Pros:

Brilliant stay. Staff couldn't do enough to help me out, including allowing me to work in their restaurant part from my laptop all day. Great food and drink too!

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
D
Dale extended_group gb
9
Pros:

Fantastic view
Friendly staff
Free parking

Cons:

Had a bit off left over rubbish and wasn't the cleanest

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
P
Priddey solo_traveller gb
1
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

2026-03-19 via Nuitee