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Grand Hotel Sunderland

4.0 star property
Family fun on the beach, with indoor pool, near Stadium of Light

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Indoor wedding
Family Room, Sea View
Lobby sitting area
Indoor pool
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$118
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Queens Parade, Sunderland, England, SR6 8DB
  • Stadium of Light
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sunderland Empire
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Port Of Tyne
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room, Sea View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Dining table
TV
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
  • 2 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
Wardrobe
  • 2 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, Sea View

Family Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Electric kettle
Desk chair
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Sunderland

A family-friendly stay in Sunderland awaits you at Grand Hotel Sunderland. You'll be 3.2 km (2 mi) from Stadium of Light and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Sunderland Empire. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, The Cast Iron Bar & Grill, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and sauna. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Seaburn hotel include Port Of Tyne and Castle Keep.

What's nearby

  • Whitburn Sands - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Stadium of Light - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Sunderland Empire - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • University of Sunderland - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Port Of Tyne - 17 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Peter's Station - 4 min drive
  • Seaburn Station - 18 min walk
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stack - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Queens Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cat and Dog Steps - ‬6 min walk
  • The Blue Bell
  • ‪The Seaburn Inn - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Sunderland

Family fun on the beach, with indoor pool, near Stadium of Light
Grand Hotel Sunderland offers its guests an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. The family-friendly Grand Hotel Sunderland also features a terrace, coffee/tea in common area, and concierge services. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Sunderland hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 82 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1936
  • Supervised kids' activities (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Grand Hotel Sunderland offers 82 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Sunderland hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include baths or showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Thai

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Weekday continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 16.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Cast Iron Bar & Grill

Things to do

  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1936
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 16.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, American Express and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Marriott Hotel Sunderland
Marriott Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott
Marriott Sunderland Hotel Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott Hotel
Grand Sunderland
Sunderland Marriott
Grand Hotel Sunderland Hotel
Grand Hotel Sunderland Sunderland
Grand Hotel Sunderland Hotel Sunderland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Grand Hotel Sunderland offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

As of 14 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Sunderland on 31 Aug 2025 start from NZ$118.16, 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.

Is parking available at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yep, Grand Hotel Sunderland has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yep, Grand Hotel Sunderland is a short 5-minute walk from Whitburn Sands.

Does Grand Hotel Sunderland have a pool?

Grand Hotel Sunderland has an indoor pool.

What luxury perks are available at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Grand Hotel Sunderland features a health club, an indoor pool and a sauna.

Is Grand Hotel Sunderland family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as supervised childcare, free food shopping service and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Grand Hotel Sunderland is a hit with families.

Does Grand Hotel Sunderland serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

No, Grand Hotel Sunderland does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Sunderland?

Furry friends are welcome at Grand Hotel Sunderland, with food and water bowls on offer.

Grand Hotel Sunderland Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 518 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 306 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was super easy and the bed was comfy! Room was nice and a slight sea view. Didn't use any of the facilities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

paul

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not great

Not great room very outdated and in need of lots of repairs. The window did not fully close so lucky it was hot or room wouldn’t have been able to stay in
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Sean

Travelled with family
Absaloute nightmare with room above bouncing around till all hrs so my child an I was unable to relax or sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Alex

Travelled with family
Friendly staff, good breakfast, seafront location but rooms were a bit tired - could do with updating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sized rooms . Happy hour on bar . Friendly staff .location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

pri

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Rude
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall it was ok bed
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Mr Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in a very good location. Good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip

Room had no working fridge, no power points near bed, couch in room was dirty, several other maintenance related issues found in room. Good location for dining options, shame room wasn't quite up to expectations, certainly not "grand".
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Nice Easter break

Hotel although a little dated and tired in places beds comfortable and clean facility’s good, pool lovely and extremely friendly helpful staff we got it as a last minute booking for a great price and would book again without hesitation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Antony

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was ok. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Hayden

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

neil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, very welcoming staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glynn

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nora

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Business trip

The hotel is dated and in need of modernisation however the rooms are clean and comfortable and of a good size. There is ample parking on site and the staff are helpful and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025