Clifton Guest House offers genuine hospitality with a delicious breakfast and onsite coffee shop. Guests love the cozy library, practical amenities like laundry facilities, and free WiFi in common areas. Previous visitors consistently praise the exceptionally helpful staff.
South Shields is home to Clifton Guest House. The Customs House and Monkwearmouth Station Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quayside and Port Of Tyne. Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto are also worth visiting. Visit our South Shields travel guide
Consider a stay at Clifton Guest House and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. In addition to laundry facilities and a restaurant, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
Free self parking
Breakfast (surcharge), a computer station, and 1 meeting room
A porter/bellhop, a front-desk safe, and concierge services
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Breakfast available for a fee
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
High chair
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Business services
Computer station
Meeting room
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property 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 and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
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Frequently asked questions
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
How much does it cost to stay at Clifton Guest House?
As of Mar 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Clifton Guest House on Mar 12, 2026 start from ₩147,784, excluding 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 Clifton Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Clifton Guest House?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Clifton Guest House located?
Situated in South Shields, this bed & breakfast is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Customs House. Port Of Tyne and Angel of the North are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Reviews
Clifton Guest House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.8
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 226 reviews
10 - Excellent
168
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 226 reviews
8 - Good
44
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 226 reviews
6 - Okay
9
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 226 reviews
4 - Poor
4
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 226 reviews
2 - Terrible
1
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Komang
Sep 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
I loved the hotel - my room was clean, comfortable and well-furnished. The staff were very friendly and professional.
Thank you for a lovely stay.
Superb welcome from the chap with the shaved head (sorry not caught your name), really friendly and helpful.
Lovely venue, lots of art and personality.
Comfortable room.
Dog friendly. Breakfast and lunch available at a cost.
Parking - free- on street outside.
5 min walk to the two Marine Parks and the beach.
20 min walk to South Shields metro. 25 to the ferry.
I think it was down to my chronic pain why I felt the bed was a little uncomfortable. Amazing beautiful decor and staff attentive and helpful. Amazing gluten free breakfast far too much so next time I will ask for less. One of the best gluten free breakfasts Imo highly recommend
Thankyou, I had the perfect night sleep, followed by a walk along the beach to watch the sunrise. Great location, peace and quiet all night and nice cool room
Our 4th stay here and, once again, couldn't fault it. Clean and comfortable room, friendly staff and quiet location. Breakfast is brilliant, freshly cooked. Will definitely stay again when in South Shields.
Arrival was swift and easy, then shown to room in building next door, which wasn't a problem. Room 17 pretty small, small bathroom and sink in the bedroom. All looked clean and tidy apart from the seat at the desk and the information booklet which both need attention.
Scott & Liz are fantastic hosts, going above and beyond for their guests.
The hotel is conveniently located for all amenities. It’s beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.
Breakfast was awesome.
Staff very helpful and friendly, free on street parking, loads of places to eat in the area (Ocean Road), handy for the seafront. The hotel itself was top notch and the breakfast room/coffee shop were lovely. Will definitely be back.
Jane
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Rosemary
Oct 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything was very clean tidy .staff friendly. Breakfast lovely. The bed let it down, That was the worst ever
the Clifton is like a home from home, comfortable with quality beds, pillows and linen. best of all, the service is second to none.
I already have an other booking made for my next trip for business in town during June.
Another lovely stay. Welcoming staff who explain everything and show you to your room. Room clean and modern, albeit a little small. Everything you need. Parking is great in a quiet area. Breakfast superb
Probably the best hotel in the area. Wonderful staff. Prepared a vegan breakfast for us. Rooms a little noisy but normal for most hotels and I’m a light sleeper. Would definitely stay again if return to the area
It is obvious that this family has had 5-star hotel experience. The room was beautiful, clean, and well-appointed. The food choices were myriad for breakfast, and I could see why the people of the city go there for breakfast, brunch, coffee, and lunch. The staff were friendly, and expeditious.
The room was relatively comfortable but street facing so I was kept awake by people racing motorbikes on a Saturday night on the street outside which wasn't great (this would be worse on a bit day if you needed to keep window open)
The room was also very small, I literally couldn't open my suitcase which for the price wasn't great (though I appreciate it was Great north run weekend so prices are higher). Toilet was also very loud.
On the plus side the staff were friendly, well located for great north run finish.