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Grand Hotel Sunderland

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Stadium of Light

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Located near Sunderland Empire, Grand Hotel Sunderland offers an upscale retreat for families. Relax at the sauna or indoor pool, grab a bite to eat at The Cast Iron Bar & Grill restaurant, and enjoy free WiFi in public areas. With supervised childcare available and helpful staff on hand, guests have praised the hotel's family-friendly atmosphere.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
$61 nightly
The total price is $74
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beachside bliss
The crisp ocean breeze and gentle waves beckon at this hotel. Sand and sea await right outside, offering the perfect beach escape.
Dining for every palate
The hotel serves up a trifecta of dining options: restaurant fare, bar beverages, and breakfast choices including continental and self-serve options.
Curated sleep experience
Discover individually decorated rooms with distinctive character and style. Each space offers a personal retreat with curated decor and ambiance.

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(55 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double with Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Junior Suite | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, free WiFi

Family Room with Sea View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Queens Parade, Sunderland, England, SR6 8DB

What's nearby

  • Whitburn Sands - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • National Glass Centre - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • The Glasshouse - 32 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Quayside - 33 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Northumbria University - 34 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 30 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • St. Peter's Station - 4 min drive
  • Sunderland Station - 13 min drive
  • Manors Station - 19 min drive
  • Seaburn Station - 18 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪North - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Latimers Seafood Deli And Café - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Fausto Coffee - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Stack - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Sunderland

  • Grand Hotel Sunderland is a great choice for your beach stay in Sunderland. The indoor pool provides a splash of fun, and guests can also take advantage of a health club and a sauna. The Cast Iron Bar & Grill serves lunch and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and overall property condition get good marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 82 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach

Working away

  • Business center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1936
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Thin carpet in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

The Cast Iron Bar & Grill - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from September 13 to September 17:
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
  • Swimming pool

Children & extra beds

  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Marriott Hotel Sunderland
Marriott Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott
Marriott Sunderland Hotel Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott Hotel
Grand Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott
Grand Hotel Sunderland Hotel
Grand Hotel Sunderland Sunderland
Grand Hotel Sunderland Hotel Sunderland

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand Hotel Sunderland offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Grand Hotel Sunderland does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yes, there's an indoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (19-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Grand Hotel Sunderland and nearby?

Grand Hotel Sunderland has an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as a health club.

Are there restaurants at or near Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, The Cast Iron Bar & Grill.

What's the area around Grand Hotel Sunderland like?

Grand Hotel Sunderland is in Seaburn, a short 5-minute walk from Whitburn Sands.

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Reviews

Grand Hotel Sunderland Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's beachfront location offers stunning views and easy access to the sandy North Sea beach. (15 reviews)
  • The pool was a lovely addition to the property, with many guests enjoying its warm and clean facilities. (15 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including pool, steam room, jacuzzi, and sauna, were all very clean and enjoyable. (9 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Great location for Seaburn beach
Vivien, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely stop there again on my travels nice large room,friendly and helpful staff and a good breakfast for £10
graham, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Slightly dated but very clean. Ice machine in the corridor was really welcome. Food in the restaurant was great and reasonably priced. The gym was well stocked but would have like to access any hour as with going out for the day means it's shut when you get back
Andrew, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in helpful staff Lovely leisure facilities and Jo who runs that is great Bar staff great Room lovely, clean and spacious, house maid staff friendly Location location location is great opposite beach, next to restaurants and bars Breakfast wide choice self service Kawala restaurant we didnt use this time as on flying visit but recommended as ate in their in past Reception staff especially Kathryn so helpful
Gordon, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff good and location good.
Damian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room clean, staff friendly
Louise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room
keith, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Liked the fridge did not like that room wasn’t cleaned every day. I am on holiday so I need a clean room. There was sand on the floor as we had been to the beach! Ran out of loo roll during the night! Had to request bin be emptied! Had to request towels a lot . Swimming pool was nice. Room was boiling air flow was poor
Louise, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean and great service
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beach is amazing right in doorstep great sea views. I have stayed at this hotel more than 10 times this year I love it pool, sauna ,steam and gym free for guests even free parking . Staff are friendly apart from one of the leisure staff see if u can guest which one
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was clean and spacious, staff were very friendly.
Judith, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was nice and big, with 2 good size TV's. The lighting was very poor in the room. The bathroom was spacious with an excellent shower. The bed was very comfortable. 2 good sized Seaview windows, both of which needed a good clean. Reception staff were very helpful and the bar area wascvery smart but there was no Sky TV, which they
David, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, very welcoming staff
Glynn, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Helpful staff. Good bathroom
Chris, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good size sea view room with separate seating area, clean and breakfast lovely with plenty of variety and caters for vegan/gluten. Pool and facilities clean and water warm. Would definitely revisit
Alan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel. Room very spacious and clean. Incredibly comfy bed. My daughter and I really enjoyed the pool. Only thing that let the visit down was the room was very cold and a draft was coming from the window. Carpark was also like an ice rink, could have done with better gritting.
Claire, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Me and my daughter had a great nights stay we loved the pool
Amy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Grand Hotel, Sunderland

Great sea view, clean hotel. A bit tired but fine for a quick stay. Gym was basic but again fine.
Christian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel in a very good location. Good breakfast.
Mr Vincent, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is well placed with very useful parking. Nice big clean room, friendly helpful staff. Just a good experience.
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Liked it has swimming pool sauna jacuzzi ...breakfast ok but could be better...rooms need updating
Debra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location with excellent reception staff.
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Changed room to one closer to the lift which was good as my wife uses walking sticks. Friendly and helpful staff.
james, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Lovely stay, excellent customer service great facilities. Went to the bar bought 2 coctails 2 for 10 great selection of drinks. Friendly staff. Room was clean cant fault the cleanliness had been upgraded to a family room spacious 2 double beds. Could do with some TLC but doesnt effect your stay at all.
Ashleigh, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, good breakfast, seafront location but rooms were a bit tired - could do with updating.
Alex, 1-night trip