The Little Haven Hotel On The Beach

Hotels
9 (3016 reviews)
River Drive, Littlehaven, South Shields, Tyne & Wear , South Shields , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Lack of staff
Cold rooms and poor service

Categories

Cleanliness
8.45
Several mentions of dirty areas and lack of cleanliness in the reception.
Service
9.42
Staff were mentioned as needing improvement in hospitality; some good service noted.
Location
10
Great location highlighted positively in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.41
Room was cold and had missing amenities, indicating a need for improvement.
Amenities
9.44
Amenities were lacking in maintenance and service but could be good.
Value for Money
8.4
Considering the issues faced, many felt it wasn't worth the price.
Food and Beverage
8.45
Breakfast was described as mediocre and lacking quality.
Overall Experience
9.45
Despite several negatives, the overall experience was balanced by the location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:57

Property Description

Stunning River Views and Mediterranean Dining
Experience the beauty of South Shields at The Little Haven Hotel, where you can enjoy picturesque river and beach views. Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at the on-site restaurant and unwind at the bar.

Comfortable Rooms with Balconies
Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, desks, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Upgrade to a room with a balcony for a breathtaking view of the surroundings.

Convenient Location and Amenities
With a 24-hour front desk, garden, shared lounge, and free WiFi, we ensure a seamless stay. Start your day with a delicious continental or full English breakfast at the Boardwalk Restaurant.

Book now for a memorable stay at The Little Haven Hotel, just moments away from Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum and a short drive from Newcastle city centre.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Airport code: NCL

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for £6 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3016 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.45
Service: 9.42
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.41
Amenities: 9.44
Value for Money: 8.4
Food and Beverage: 8.45
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Liam extended_group gb
7
Fantastic location and friendly staff but expensive for the room and food quality.
Pros:

Location and staff

Cons:

Breakfast and the cost

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Brian couple gb
8
Nice peaceful
Pros:

Nice views. Not too far from the restaurants

Cons:

We saw a small bar in reception, we first thought were not drinking there. Not realising when we went for breakfast there was a bar in the conservatory.
Was not told about the layout, but maybe we should have had a nosey around.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Nick couple gb
5
for the price quite poor
Pros:

room was warm, all clean and had a bath which is good. Wi-Fi also quick. Tea and coffee selection in the room, but only bog standard instant coffee and tea

Cons:

Receptionist was great, however breakfast and the staff were really disappointing, seemed like they didn't want to be there and had not cleared any tables despite it being quite early in the morning. had to remind her of getting us tea and I didn't even bother asking for coffee as machine looked out of order

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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DAVID couple gb
7
ok
Pros:

Good location.

Cons:

Bed was uncomfortable. Breakfast was just ok.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Connector674394 Friends getaway
6
Group Evening
Pros:

A great and enjoyable evening at the hotel, light refreshments were most enjoyable and staff were most welcome and efficient with their service. Would certainly use the hotel in the future.

2026-05-11 via Tripadvisor
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elaineo2015 Family Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England
10
South Shields Suite
Pros:

We attended the South Shields Suite for our Mam's wake.
The room was set out well, a nice bright room and the food was exceptional.
The favourites were the cod bites and the pasties.
It was a lovely venue for a tribute to her and everyone enjoyed the afternoon.

2026-05-11 via Tripadvisor
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Abbie solo_traveller gb
10
Lovely and peaceful hotel
Pros:

It was lovely quite, views lovely and staff were so welcoming.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
G
Gary solo_traveller gb
8
Great
Pros:

Staff very helpful and place was nice and relaxing

Cons:

Bigger TV in room

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
C
Calka couple gb
10
Puiki
Pros:

Patio vieta labai gera

Cons:

Oras

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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mervyn couple gb
8
We had a very good time and enjoyed our visit
Pros:

Fantastic location. Clean with friendly staff.

Cons:

A little dated in some areas. Needs some work done

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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F2489ZXamandah Couples
10
Fantastic sea views at Little Haven Hotel
Pros:

Lovely views, clean and quiet hotel. Friendly and attentive staff. Good food in the hotel restaurant with breakfast included in the price of the stay. Free parking with your stay a real bonus so you can leave the car when exploring the beachfront walks.

2026-05-09 via Tripadvisor
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Ronald solo_traveller gb
10
Little haven
Pros:

Great hotel food very good
Fantastic location
Staff excellent

Cons:

All good

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
M
Michael couple gb
7
Excellent
Pros:

Great location friendly staff

Cons:

Bathroom needed som TLC

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Joanne couple gb
10
A beautiful hotel right on the beach the food and staff were all lovely xx
Pros:

It was beautiful !!
So clean ! Especially as it is listed as a dog friendly hotel . We don’t have dogs so we were worried about this but didn’t have to !

Cons:

Nothing to report during our stay that was a concern

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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davideX6124CO Couples
10
I rang to enquire about availability Friday two nights ‘ I was booked in 09.30 Friday morning in room by 09.40.
Pros:

Excellent all round thank you

2026-05-05 via Tripadvisor
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Angela solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Brillant

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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John Martin couple gb
9
nice hotel,friendly staff,good location and very good value for money food and drinks
Pros:

Nice clean spacious room ,good views, friendly staff and evening meals and breakfasts very good value for money,big car parking area

Cons:

nothing really

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Snugglywuggly solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything. The building the view the location.
Great big huge breakfast. This was a treat for my husbands Birthday. So lovely amazing views.

Cons:

We had several problems with our lovely room. It had a huge bed and magnificent views, but several things didn't work. Quite a few things ! The receptionist Jeanjui and her husband Tom were marvellous. So kind rushing about fixing things, housekeeping came in on her day off, the staff was exceptional. They even gave my husband a bday gift. They handled a difficult situation kindly and professionally and in a way it made our visit. Fabulous

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Alan solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

The view

Cons:

Ants in the drink we were served, poor service at breakfast

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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neiljI7832QG Friends getaway
2
Ruined my beloved wife's send off.
Pros:

We paid £1000 for a post-funeral gathering to honor my late wife. What was meant to be a loving, ultimate coffee afternoon was ruined by a shocking lack of care.

**Service failures included:**

* A severe lack of basic necessities, such as enough plates for guests.
* No music was played until guests were leaving.
* Issues with the photo display.
* Only one overwhelmed junior staff member was available.

Although we paid extra for a dedicated coffee service to prevent guests from needing to visit the bar, the service was extremely slow. As a result, many guests had to purchase their own coffee before leaving, and some did not receive any coffee at all.

Crucially, management never once visited our event to ensure everything was satisfactory, despite the sensitive nature of the day. Our multiple attempts to raise issues were ignored, and a subsequent formal complaint was met with dismissive excuses.

The lack of attention and professionalism from the management compounded our pain and turned a difficult day into a stressful ordeal. I used this venue 8 years ago after my dad's funeral and the service and care was excellent. I expected the same level of service but we were badly let down. There's no do-over for a day like this. Avoid this venue for any important event.

2026-04-28 via Tripadvisor