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The Metropolitan

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Whitley Bay

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Stroll along the coastal promenade, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and a nearby lighthouse.
Work in comfort with a desk, chair, and ample storage.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, bedside table, and desk, offering a view of the outside.
Stunning hallway with ornate mirror, artwork, and deer head sculpture.
Enjoy a peaceful retreat with a clear view of the historic building from the comfort of this room, featuring a cozy reading nook with a comfortable bed.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Large Attic)

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Large Attic)

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite (Large Attic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Standard Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Smaller Double)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Smaller Double)

Standard Double Room, Ensuite (Smaller Double)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps 4)

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps 4)

Standard Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps 4)

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
  • 4 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
13 Esplanade, Whitley Bay, England, NE26 2AH

What's nearby

  • Longsands Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Tynemouth Castle - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Wet 'n' Wild Water Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Port Of Tyne - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • St. James' Park - 18 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Manors Station - 14 min drive
  • Brockley Whins Station - 14 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Chengs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pablo Eggs-Go-Bao - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pranzo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Havana - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Metropolitan

Upscale bed & breakfast
The Metropolitan provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at The Metropolitan have amenities, such as WiFi.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Metropolitan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Metropolitan?

As of 13 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Metropolitan on 27 Jul 2025 start from NZ$181.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Metropolitan?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Metropolitan?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Metropolitan located?

Situated in Whitley Bay, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Whitley Sands and PLAYHOUSE. Longsands Beach and Tynemouth Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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The Metropolitan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 156 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Great! Lovely room, lovely people. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Lovely place to stay. Room was great and breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Nice accommodation Lovely breakfast Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Easy to find, clean, modern, and comfortable. Very warm welcome, very helpful, lovely size room and ensuite. Minutes from the seafront and many restaurants for your evening meal. Amazing breakfast. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

2mins from the beach Great to walk along the coast north or south Paul is a very nice host Amazing tasty breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

I had the most wonderful stay at this GuestHouse and it fully exceeded my expectations. Staff (Paul) went out of his way to make my stay comfortable. Great breakfast, lovely location by the sea with short distance to the Metro and cozy room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Came for a competition in Newcastle, but wanted to be near the beach too , excellent host , breakfast delicious and very informative when we asked where to eat or visit
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Owner / manager Paul very knowledgeable about the area and a friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Very nice place to stay, service great and rooms very comfortable. Really nice breakfast too!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

We had a lovely stay. Very comfortable and Breakfast was great. All staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

Cheerful check-in for a local event and a comfortable couple of nights sleep. Sunday breakfast was not quite as good as Saturday's.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great place, very comfy and all amenities needed. Very comfy bed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Comfortable one night stay, friendly helpful owners
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10

Friendly check-in, lovely single room and a great night's sleep! Close to beach. Can recommend deMaos ice cream!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel 5 mins walk from the beach. Friendly host, comfy room and great breakfast. Would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10

Excellent modern guest house. I had a single room overlooking the courtyard, the room was clean and had everything I needed. The breakfast was delicious and the owner so welcoming and helpful. I will definitely book here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel, immaculately finished and clean. Run by really nice and helpful people. Breakfast was lovely as well
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

Impressed by the building, furnishing and owners friendly and professional service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

We absolutely loved our stay at The Metropolitan. We were warmly welcomed, the accommodation was fantastic and the breakfast was superb. The guest house is in a great location, convenient for the bars and restaurants, and close to the sea.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Had a excellent couple of days at the Metropolitan. Clean, cosy and breakfast was amazing. Lee and Paul were wonderful hosts. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

All round fantastic place to stay the night . Unreal breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

Superb little B and B, 2 minute walk to the beach. Very friendly, attention to detail, very clean and superb breakfast. Will definitely stay again if in the area again and will definitely recommend to friends
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10

A really lovely room with friendly personable owners
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Fabulous hosts. Well styled accommodation with attention to detail for guests’ needs. Fabulous breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Everything was very good indeed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023