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    OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead (Gateshead, United Kingdom)

    OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead (Gateshead, United Kingdom)

    About OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead

    The Hotel Rowers Hotel is set in red-brick premises near the banks of the River Tyne in Gateshead. Offering affordable accommodation with a nautical theme honouring the shipbuilding heritage of northeast England, it provides free parking. Featuring oak-panelling and ship cabin-style decor, each single, twin or double room boasts an en suite bathroom with a roll-top bath, television, hairdryer, desk and tea and coffee-making equipment. Conveniences include a dining room, cosy lounge-bar with open fires, conservatory, gardens and free Wi-Fi throughout. A free full English breakfast is included for overnight guests and the restaurant offers an a la carte menu of traditional dishes. The Hotel Rowers Hotel is roughly five minutes’ drive from the Metrocentre, Britain’s largest shopping and leisure centre. The iconic Angel of the North sculpture is about five miles away. Vibrant Newcastle-upon-Tyne city centre is within 15 minutes’ drive as is St James’ Park for Newcastle United football games.

    Top amenities

    • WiFi in lobby
    • Free WiFi
    • Parking
    • Hotel bar

    Rating overview

    6.6
    trivago Rating Index® based on 656  reviews from:
    • OYO(8.2/10),
    • LocationOkay  6.9 / 10
    • RoomsOkay  6.4 / 10
    • ServiceFair  7.2 / 10

    Positive Reviews

    positive:

    Handy location with decent transport links

    Shopaholics loved the proximity of this property to the Metrocentre for extensive indoor shopping, leisure and dining options. Furthermore, it was within easy walking distance of the nearest railway stations at Dunston and the Metrocentre for mainline trains into Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Several bus stops were also nearby. Motorists welcomed the free parking and appreciated being so close to the A1 for hassle-free access to sports venues, regional attractions, museums, arts venues, nightlife and dining options.

    positive:

    Low-cost rooms were comfy

    The normally affordable room rates at this budget hotel appealed to budget-conscious visitors. Guests often said the rooms were more than adequately clean, tidy and comfortable. There was also praise for the deep roll-top baths in the en suite bathrooms.

    positive:

    Warm welcome and delicious breakfasts

    The reportedly yummy and freshly-prepared cooked breakfasts went down well with diners. There was also praise for the friendly, welcoming and helpful members of staff, who had lots of local knowledge to share.


    Negative Reviews

    negative:

    Maintenance and cleanliness grumbles

    Some critics remarked that the property didn't look very appealing or inviting from the outside. There were also reports of maintenance issues in certain rooms like dated decor, tired-looking items of furniture and aging mattresses. Cleanliness grumbles focussed on claims of bathrooms that could have been more comprehensively cleaned, stained bedding, build-ups of dust and sporadic housekeeping visits.

    negative:

    Nuisance smells and noises

    It was sometimes claimed that noise travelled rather easily from adjacent rooms, causing an occasional nuisance for some light sleepers. There were also reports of unpleasant odours such as damp smells in some areas of the premises.

    negative:

    Claims catering timetable was unreliable

    There were claims that the restaurant was sometimes unexpectedly closed, which disappointed several reviewers. However, there were several dining options in the vicinity including many eateries at the Metrocentre.


    All amenities

    Property amenities
    1. Arcade/Video games
    2. Entrance hall/lobby
    3. Parking
    4. Hotel bar
    5. Non-smoking rooms
    6. Laundry service
    7. WiFi in public areas
    8. Room service
    9. Shoe cleaning
    10. Free WiFi (public areas)
    11. Luggage storage
    12. Housekeeping
    13. Free WiFi
    14. Breakfast
    15. Hand sanitizer provided
    16. Masks provided
    17. Safe distance
    18. Response protocol
    19. New safety protocols
    20. Cashless payment
    Room amenities
    1. Shower
    2. Ironing board
    3. Openable windows
    4. Television
    5. Hairdryer
    6. Central heating
    7. Electric kettle
    8. Cosmetic mirror
    9. Telephone
    10. Cable TV
    11. WiFi
    12. Fan
    13. Free WiFi (rooms)
    14. Closet
    Sports facilities
    1. Bowling
    2. Bike rental
    Accessibility
    1. Accessible parking

    Contact

    St Omers Road, Dunston,  NE11 9EJ,  Gateshead,  United Kingdom
    Telephone: +44(191)4606481 | 

    Frequently Asked Questions about OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead

    • Is there a pool area at OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead?

      No, OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead doesn’t offer pool areas.

    • Are pets allowed at OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead?

      No, OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead doesn’t allow pets.

    • Is parking available at OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead?

      Yes, OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead provides Parking, Accessible parking for guests.

    • Where is OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead located?

      OYO The Rowers Hotel, Dunston Gateshead is located in St Omers Road, Dunston, NE11 9EJ, Gateshead, United Kingdom.

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