Introduction
Although my hotel costs are paid by my company when I travel, as I frequently have to, I do unfortunately have to stick to a certain budget and so for the sake of price and convenience, I found myself staying at the Royal Station Hotel in Newcastle. The location is certainly fantastic, ... Read review
system, Royal Station Hotel is very well located and has an indoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.Royal Station Hotel has spacious en suite rooms include complimentary mineral water and fruit juice in the minibar. There is a 24-room service menu.There is a choice of 10 conference rooms, the largest catering for up to 200 delegates.Stag parties and groups at weekend: please contact the hotel after your booking has been made, as a security deposit is required.
Royal Station Hotel combines elegant Victorian architecture with up to date facilities and takes pride in offering a courteous and friendly service Opened by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1858 the hotel has been recently refurbished to a very high standard and now features 144 spacious en suite bedrooms a choice of fourteen versatile conference suites the largest of which can accommodate up to 200 delegates wireless high speed Internet in all areas a Leisure Club with an in door swimming pool Jacuzzi steam room and cold plunge pool as well as a fitness area and the popular Destination Bar Conveniently located adjacent to Central Station the hotel is the ideal base for exploring Newcastle upon Tyne whether visiting on business or pleasure
in the city's vibrant quayside area. The Theatre Royal and museums of the city centre are all within one mile of the hotel. Newcastle International Airport (NCL) is five miles away. Hotel Features. The family run Royal Station Hotel was opened by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert over a hundred years ago. La Grille Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The colonial style Empire Bar serves beers and spirits. There are 14 flexible conference rooms, and the hotel has wireless Internet access in public areas. A leisure club has recently been opened, with an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and cold plunge pool. Surcharges may apply. Guestrooms. The Royal Station Hotel's 133 guestrooms are decorated in a traditional style. Rooms offer satellite television, high speed Internet access and tea/coffee making facilities.
in the city's vibrant quayside area. The Theatre Royal and museums of the city centre are all within one mile of the hotel. Newcastle International Airport (NCL) is five miles away. Hotel Features. The family run Royal Station Hotel was opened by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert over a hundred years ago. La Grille Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The colonial style Empire Bar serves beers and spirits. There are 14 flexible conference rooms, and the hotel has wireless Internet access in public areas. A leisure club has recently been opened, with an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, steam room and cold plunge pool. Surcharges may apply. Guestrooms. The Royal Station Hotel's 133 guestrooms are decorated in a traditional style. Rooms offer satellite television, high speed Internet access and tea/coffee making facilities.
PRODUCED 1846 AND REPRODUCED IN 1970 . SIZE OF PRINT SHOWN IS 21 x 14.5 INCHES ( 530 x 370 ) . EXTRAORDINARY QUALITY SOME OF THE BEST WE HAVE SEEN DONT MISS OUT FROM THIS RARE EDITION . NOTE REVERSE OF PLATE IS BLANK . THE BLACK MARK IN EACH IMAGE IS FROM THE CAMERA LIGHTS AND IS NOT ON THE PRINT WHICH IS IN PERFECT CONDITION . . REVERSE SIDE IS BLANK ON THESE QUALITY PRINTS . SELLING AT YOUR PRICE .
A review by sunmeilan on Royal Station Hotel, Newcastle November 17th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Value for Money
Good
Quality of Rooms
Average
Standard of Service
Poor
Quality of Food & Drink
Average
Family Friendly
Average
Advantages:
Right next to the train station, good price
Disadvantages:
Scruffy décor, unhelpful staff, too much noise from train station
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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Introduction Although my hotel costs are paid by my company when I travel, as I frequently have to, I do unfortunately have to stick to a certain budget and so for the sake of price and convenience, I found myself staying at the Royal Station Hotel in Newcastle. The location is certainly fantastic, ideal for the train station and the Metro station and also for the centre of town shops and restaurants. However, I would think twice about staying there next time - the price and location may be good, but the staff and the noise from the train station put me off.
Booking Booking was easily completed by emailing info@royalstationhotel.com. The phone number is 0191 232 0781.
Surroundings The hotel itself looks fabulous from the outside - a big old Victorian building in Newcastle's surprisingly elegant city centre. The main street diagonally opposite the hotel leads to the city centre and a wide range of restaurants, including Newcastle's China Town.
Arrival I arrived by train at about 12.30, after which it took about 2 minutes to walk to the hotel. On arrival, I was initially told that I couldn't check in for another hour, but after I asked the receptionist to check if my room was available, she conceded that it was and that I could therefore check in. There was another kerfuffle over payment - my company had arranged for the hotel costs to be put on the company credit card and I had the email response from the hotel to prove it, but the receptionist denied all knowledge of this and demanded my own credit card details. After phone calls to and from my office, this was eventually sorted out, but I wasn't terribly impressed. The entrance area itself is quite imposing with high ceilings. It looks a little worn to say the least, but was fairly clean and tidy.
The rooms My room had twin beds and was small, but adequate, with an ensuite bathroom. Facilities included a telephone, Internet access, a television, tea and coffee, but no hair-dryer, which was annoying because I had forgotten to bring one. My colleague had a room down the corridor, which was about the same size as mine, but with just one single bed. Unfortunately, it was not very clean and the bed looked as if someone had just got out of it. A change of sheets later and she was a little happier…until she realised that every loud speaker announcement sounded as if it was actually in the room! I was slightly more protected because my window looked over the part of the station that was covered. The décor was a little jaded, particularly the corridors and the doors looked as if they needed replacement. But the water was hot and the central heating was warm enough - the most important thing for me. The hotel does boast a gym and swimming pool, although I didn't get the chance to try it out.
The food The hotel boasts a restaurant and bar, although we stuck to going into China Town for our evening meal. Breakfast is extra and costs £6 for a continental buffet breakfast and £8 for a full breakfast. The food was adequate, although I would have been happier if it had been included in the cost of the hotel room. Colleagues who have eaten dinner in the restaurant strongly recommend avoiding it at all costs!
The staff I have to comment on the staff. As well as the receptionist on arrival, I have never come across such unfriendly, unhelpful staff! At one point we were walking down the stairs and were clearly not walking quickly enough for one of the bell-boys who whistled at us to try to get us to move and then actually shoved me out of the way when I didn't move fast enough for his liking! We also had a couple of questions about directions which we directed at the front desk staff, who first ignored us completely and then pointed rather than spoke. I was so taken aback, I found it more amusing than anything else.
Checking out This went very smoothly without any difficulties. Taxis are readily available from outside the station if you need one.
The price £60 for a night, not including breakfast. This is fairly average for a three star hotel, I think.
Conclusion From a convenience point of view, this hotel is great. Price-wise, not too bad either. However, the hotel seriously needs to do something about the staff! I don't expect fabulous service in a three star hotel, but I do expect them to be polite! I can only presume they get paid a pittance. The proximity to the train station is also a real disadvantage - the noise in my colleague's room was unbearable. The hotel also needs a complete refurbishment and higher cleanliness standards would be good! I have been advised to stay at one of the hotels down by the docks next time - I avoided them this time because I thought they were too far away, but apparently not. In conclusion, I would recommend this hotel if you want cheapness, convenience and you don't mind the noise and rudeness of the staff - if not avoid at all costs!
****Royal Station Hotel-Newcastle****
Initially my friend and i booked into a Travelodge but we decided very quickly that we needed another hotel and this is the one we ended up staying in.
**Location/Getting there**
This hotel is located right next to the train station which is fantastic,nothing worse than a long journey followed by having to find a hotel.There is loads of places to eat nearby,plenty to see and do.The bus station is also quite ... ...**Reception/staff**
The hotel looks really nice from the outside-a grand looking building.Reception looks really nice with big chandlers hanging from the ceiling and there are two lifts.Staff were nice and i had the option of paying straight away or when i checked out.
**Hotel/Room**
The room i stayed in was a twin room and it had a complimentary mini-bar.Room had an en suite with a great shower and a phillips flat screen tv
**Other**
Room service ...
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Advantages: Location is prime Disadvantages: facilities, food, better value found elsewhere
I stayed at this hotel in April 2007 having found it on LateRooms.com and me and my girlfriend paid a total of £89 for one nights stay in a standard double room. We arrived mid afternoon and we glad of the location - the building seems part of the station! The interior was impressive with clean carpets and a grand looking chandalier (probably not real).
The check in staff were friendly and helpful. I think the best compliment you can give about ... ...So we were checked in quickly and off we went to our rooms. The corridors I have to say did not impress me and at times I could definitely tell that this place was built in the 1800's. By the time we reached the room though it was all ok. Room was standard fare, TV, Phone, Desk & chair, tea/coffee facilities and a fridge. I wasn't overwhelmed by the quality or cleanliness of the room but there was certainly no cause for complaint. The bathroom was ...
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Advantages: cheap,good location Disadvantages: not many
...****RoyalStationHotel-Newcastle****
Initially my friend and i booked into a Travelodge but we decided very quickly that we needed another hotel and this is the one we ended up staying in.
**Location/Getting there**
This hotel is located right next to the train station which is fantastic,nothing worse than a long journey followed by having to find a hotel.There is loads of places to eat nearby,plenty to see and do.The bus station is also quite nearby and would take about 10 minutes to walk too.
**Reception/staff**
The hotel looks really nice from the outside-a grand looking building.Reception looks really nice with big chandlers hanging from the ceiling and there are two lifts.Staff were nice and i had the option of paying straight away or when i checked out.
**Hotel/Room**
The room i stayed in was a twin room...
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...+RoyalStationHotel-Newcastle+
One a recent trip too Newcastle , i needed someplace to stay and this hotel looked good.
+ The location +
Perfect Location for myself as I arrived into Newcastle by Train and your turn right at the train station and your there , no taxi needed.
+ First look +
The hotel reception area is very nice , with this amazing light ficture which is so sparkly. The rception staff are very friendlly aswel. It looks very nice for a 3 star hotel , i would give it 4 easy!
+ The room +
Nice room , spacious and they gave me free water and a biscuit , nice touch. There was a en -suite bathroom and a view. There was also room service option.
+ others +
this hotel had a swimming pool , which i never used but it's allways good to have. you had to pay for breakfast seperate which was pricey so i just went to the greggs...
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