The Gibside Hotel, Gateshead
About the Hotel
Rooms at Gibside
The Gibside Hotel has 46 bedrooms, including deluxe and family rooms, plus self-contained apartments for long-term stays. Apartments offer a king-sized bed, one double bed, or twin beds. Each unit has a lounge, kitchen, diner, and shower room. Rooms include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, tea and coffee facilities, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Additional amenities feature ironing facilities, heating, a mini-bar, and a sitting area.
Dining Options
Guests can treat themselves to meals at The Gibside Hotel. Paco's Restaurant offers à la carte dining. The Sphinx Lounge Bar provides a bistro-style menu with panoramic views of The Tyne Valley. The restaurant serves daily brunch and lunch from 10 AM to 2:30 PM. Dinner is available on weekdays from 5 PM to 8:30 PM, and all-day food service is offered on Saturdays from 10 AM to 8:30 PM. Afternoon tea is available.
Leisure and Entertainment
The Gibside Hotel hosts special events, including evenings dedicated to Rod Stewart and Cher. The Sphinx Lounge Bar and Bistro offers panoramic views. Safety features include carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit.
Location and Access
The Best Western Plus Gibside Hotel is in the center of Whickham village. It's a 5-minute drive from the A1M motorway and the MetroCentre at Gateshead. Newcastle is 15 km away. Nearby landmarks include Dunston Acer Pond (2.5 km), Birkheads Secret Gardens (2.5 km), and the Discovery Museum (4.5 km).
Hotel Services
The Gibside Hotel provides en suite accommodations and free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel caters to weddings, meetings, and special occasions in the Bowes Suite, Ravensworth Suite, and Strathmore Room. The hotel provides wedding coordinators and exclusive use of function spaces. Meeting rooms accommodate from 2 to 60 people and include projectors, screens, and stationery.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor