Swalwell Hotels with Bars

Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express in Gateshead, just off the A1 Motorway and a 10-minute drive from Newcastle Airport. Enjoy free parking and easy access to Newcastle city centre, with a convenient bus service running every 10 minutes from outside the hotel. Our hotel is near some of Newcastle's top attractions. Discover over 250 brands at the Metrocentre just across the road to get your shopping fix or get hands-on with interactive exhibits at the Discovery Museum, a 10-minute drive away. Explore the fascinating Beamish Museum, the Living Museum of the North or cheer on Newcastle United at St James' Park, both reachable within 20 minutes. Music lovers will enjoy performances at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, previously known as Sage Gateshead. For live concerts and sports, guests can catch top performances at Utilitia Arena, a 10-minute drive from our hotel. Discover the iconic Angel of the North or relax at Blyth Beach, both of which can be reached within a 25-minute drive. Enjoy comfortable rooms with free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathrooms with showers, and essential amenities like a work desk and iron. Start your day right with our free breakfast buffet, offering a variety of hot and cold options, fresh fruit juice, and hot drinks.