Whitley Bay
Things to do in Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear
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Whitley Bay is a coastal destination with a solid collection of hotels and guesthouses, making it a straightforward base for exploring the North East coast. St Mary's Lighthouse is the standout attraction here, rated 4.7 from nearly 5,000 reviews, and Whitley Bay South Beach (4.6 from 561 reviews) offers direct access to the seafront. The Whitley Bay Treehouse, rated 4.5 from 225 reviews, provides something different from the typical seaside visit.
For entertainment beyond the beach, there's an ice rink and a leisure centre with a gym and swimming facilities. Retro Bay Cafe (4.3 from 1,474 reviews) occupies a middle ground between attraction and refreshment stop. When it comes to eating out, Wynn's Catering and The Boathouse Bar and Restaurant both rate well at 4.6, with Costa Coffee also available for simpler needs.
Where to stay in Whitley Bay(14)
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Among the hotels, York House Hotel stands out with a 4.7 rating from 156 reviews, while the Premier Inn and The Waterford Arms both hold steady at 4.4. The town offers enough variety in accommodation to suit different preferences without requiring extensive searching. It's the kind of place where you can settle in for a few days with beach access, some leisure facilities, and reasonable food options all reasonably close at hand.
Aabba Guest House
32 Percy Road, Whitley Bay
Dunes Hotel
17-19 South Parade, Whitley Bay
Oaktree Lodge
15 Esplanade, Whitley Bay
Park Lodge Guest House
158-160 Park Avenue, Whitley Bay
Premier Inn Whitley Bay
9 Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay
Stay Coastal
1 Linden Terrace, Whitley Bay
The Cara Guesthouse
9 The Links, Whitley Bay
The Chedburgh B&B
12 Esplanade, Whitley Bay
Things to Do in Whitley Bay(7)
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Where to Eat in Whitley Bay(3)
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Attractions Near Whitley Bay
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1 mi
Longsands Beach
Tynemouth · ⭐ 4.8
2 mi
Murton Equestrian Centre
Newcastle upon Tyne · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Tynemouth Aquarium
North Shields · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Tynemouth Treasure Trail
Tynemouth · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Tynemouth Priory and Castle
Tynemouth · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
KiKis Kabin
North Shields · ⭐ 4.3
3 mi
The Exchange Theatre
North Shields · ⭐ 4.5
3 mi
Stephenson Railway Museum
North Shields · ⭐ 4.5
Camping in Whitley Bay
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Self-Catering Cottages in Whitley Bay
All cottages in Whitley Bay →Helen’s Place
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £813
Saltair House
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £1,440
The Coastal Retreat
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,088
Whitley Bay Hideaway
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £977
Beach House
2 bed · sleeps 4
Naters Apartment
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £497
Cullercoats Bay Haven
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,340
Brier Dene Farm Cottages
2 cottages · from £503
Common questions about Whitley Bay
Where can I stay in Whitley Bay?
We list 14 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Whitley Bay.
What is there to do in Whitley Bay?
We list 7 attractions and things to do in and around Whitley Bay.
Where can I eat in Whitley Bay?
We list 3 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Whitley Bay.
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