The Little Haven Hotel On The Beach

Hotels
9 (3065 reviews)
River Drive, Littlehaven, South Shields, Tyne & Wear , South Shields , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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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.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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 3065 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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Peter couple gb
7
we ended up paying for a penthouse which was amazing compared to the standard room.
Pros:

The suite was amazing and worth the extra money. Balconies and views. Stunning location.

Cons:

The dining area was a conservatory and very hot in the morning. The food was disappointing. Free wifi was only in the lounge. Understaffed at times.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Sabrina solo_traveller de
8
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
10
2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Colin couple gb
10
very please with everything
Pros:

great locaton.good value
great food.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Debbie couple gb
9
We had a lovely nights stay at this hotel, would loved to have stayed longer and will definitely be going again.
Pros:

The location is excellent

Cons:

No hairdryer in room

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Linda couple gb
7
The prices here have increased recently but there is no sign of improvements to justify. Have been coming for years and
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast. Full breakfast cooked items were thrown onto plate. Did not look appetising. Some people had no clean tables to sit at, had to wait for staff to reset them.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Mel solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

The room was lovely and the views was amazing

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Doris couple at
8
Sehr schöne Lage, gutes Essen im Restaurant
Pros:

Die tolle Lage am Meer, super Essen im Restaurant, freundliches Personal, ruhig

Cons:

Das Doppelbett war mit 1,50m sehr klein, die Matratze wackelig und weich. Im Restaurant gab es nicht immer Mineralwasser. Der Hotelsafe funktionierte nicht, wurde auch nicht repariert.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Agnieszka family_with_children gb
10
Polecam
Pros:

Widok i blisko do morza

Cons:

Łóżko skrzypiące

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

Lovely location.

Cons:

Tired and worn out tbh I paid £158 pound for the night and it’s not worth that … I stay in a lot of hotels and this isn’t value for money.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The staff were very nice and the location is superb

Cons:

The mattress wasnt very comfortable

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Christopher couple gb
10
Exactly what we wanted
Pros:

Situation … on the sea shore
Most comfortable in all respects
Great parking

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Sadie couple gb
10
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Gary solo_traveller es
3
Very disappointing!
Pros:

Its position

Cons:

The room was substandard.
Bedside lights didn’t work, only main light.
No hairdryer in room.
Electric kettle didn’t work.
Bed was very uncomfortable.
No food of any sort available on arrival at :8:30 pm.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Avril couple gb
3
Would not recommend
Pros:

The location was lovely

Cons:

Rooms are very dated, not enough plugs and no usb ports on plugs which is the normal for hotels now. Shower was fixed to the wall and could not be moved. Breakfast was okay the first morning. The second morning the breakfast took forever to come and the hash brown was solid (very over cooked) and the sausage was only cooked on one side and raw on the other - the server said “that’s the way they have been all morning” when the hash brown was pointed out to them

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
8
Pros:

Hotel was clean in a nice position

Cons:

The breakfast service needs someone to over look it no organisation run out of juice,bread for toast,

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Thomas couple gb
9
Great little break
Pros:

Location great food was good

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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geoffw102 Business Bideford, Torridge, Devon, England
10
College course stay
Pros:

Arrived and was welcomed immediately by a local sounding gentleman on reception checked in, in minutes.
I ate in the hotel on four nights having a different meal every night. Each meal was plentiful and so tasty. The breakfasts were also plentiful and lots of choice. The waiting staff were attentive and always happy to help even at extremely busy times.
The room was large and spacious but a little dated I'd say USB charging points in the room are now expected. The bathroom was of good quality and good standard.
The location is lovely if you like the coast with walks right onto the coast but only a 15 minute walk up to the town.

2026-06-19 via Tripadvisor
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MrsAG Couples
8
A warm welcome in this comfortable hotel with lovely beach, sea and river location.
Pros:

Just returned from 3 nights at Little Haven. The location is brilliant, right at the mouth of The River Tyne, with sand dunes behind it and lovely views out to sea. The location is SO good that it has in the past compensated for a few drawbacks. This year it felt like the hotel was really making an extra effort, well done. Comfortable bed in a very clean first floor room - we loved watching the big ships sailing in and out of The Tyne from our window. Good breakfasts (especially the baked beans!) although the conservatory glass roof needs a share of some kind to keep the temperature comfortable. It was great to see Cheryl's cheerful face overseeing the mornings very efficiently at the weekend - turned out she is also responsible for the excellent housekeeping. Friendly staff throughout, which makes such a difference. Warm and welcoming ambience throughout. We'll be back next summer!

2026-06-15 via Tripadvisor
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Paul solo_traveller gb
10
Great stay
Pros:

Everything

2026-06-14 via Nuitee