A 10-minute walk from South Shield’s sandy beach, Elmswood Guest House offers 3-star accommodations with free Wi-Fi and free parking on site. The Roman Fort of Arberia is a 5-minute walk from the building. Rooms at Elmswood are individually designed and have a homely feel. Each offers a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and a bathroom with a hairdryer. Currently we do not have breakfast included in the room rate or alternatively there is a range of restaurants just yards from the building. Two large parks can be reached in 5 minutes on foot, and South Marine Park even has a yachting lake. There is an amusement park just 10 minutes’ walk from the guest house.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
or
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Angelika
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nisha, the host went over and above of what was required. I arrived at Newcastle airport on the tail end of storm Babet and found the Metro system badly disrupted as a result. When the train eventually arrived the service terminated at Bede where...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    As soon as we walked in the guest house the beautiful smell hit us, as if we were walking in to a spa,. Our room was beautifully decorated and was immaculately clean, the high quality pillows and duvet were very comfortable as well as the...
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great little guesthouse, prime position and close to beach and all facilities. Room really lovely and attention to detail. Communication with hosts excellent.

Area info

Amenities of Elmswood Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Beach
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Visa Solo Cash Elmswood Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note check-in time during the weekend (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) is until 18.00. If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the hotel in advance.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Elmswood Guest House

  • The nearest beach is 650 feet from Elmswood Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Elmswood Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beachfront
    • Beach

  • The prices at Elmswood Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Elmswood Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Room options at Elmswood Guest House include:

    • Twin
    • Double
    • Single
    • Family

  • Elmswood Guest House is 1,300 feet from the center of South Shields. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.