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The Cara Guesthouse

Property class: 3

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A bedroom with two beds, large windows with a view of a grassy field and the sea, and a white ceiling with recessed lighting.
A bedroom with two beds, a view of a grassy field, and a bench by the window.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, a sofa, and a bedside table.
A room with two wicker chairs, a small white table, and a large window offering a view of a grassy field and the sea.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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9 The Links, Whitley Bay, England, NE26 1PS
  • Place, PLAYHOUSE
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitley Sands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Whitley Bay Golf Club
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double room-Ensuite-Sea View

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a plaid bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, a wicker chair, and a painting of beach chairs.

Double room-Ensuite-Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Double Room, Shared Bathroom

A single bed with a striped bedspread and pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a vase with flowers.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room

A room with two beds, each with a grey and white checkered bedspread and matching pillows. There is a framed picture of a beach scene on the wall above the beds.

Comfort Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room, 1 Single Bed

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a window.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Beach View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Extra )

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a bed, a sofa, and a bedside table.

Superior Suite, Ensuite, Sea View (Extra )

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Whitley Bay

The Cara Guesthouse places you steps from PLAYHOUSE and within a short 5-minute stroll of Whitley Sands. Highlights at this beach guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly guest house offers free WiFi in public areas. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3-property class Whitley Bay guest house include Quayside and St. James' Park.
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What's nearby

  • PLAYHOUSE - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Whitley Sands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Whitley Bay Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Whitley Bay Mini Golf - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • St. James' Park - 34 min drive - 22.2 km

Getting around

  • Brockley Whins Station - 15 min drive
  • Manors Station - 16 min drive
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fire Station (Wetherspoon) - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪No Fret - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Whitley Bay Beefeater - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Relish - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trenchers Restaurant and Takeaway - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cara Guesthouse

WiFi is free in public spaces. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Whitley Bay guest house is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • No smoking on site
The Cara Guesthouse offers 9 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This Whitley Bay guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.

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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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (surcharge)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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 and debit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Cara Guesthouse?

The Cara Guesthouse offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Cara Guesthouse?

Yep, The Cara Guesthouse has a self car park, for a fee. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to The Cara Guesthouse?

Yep, The Cara Guesthouse is a short 4-minute walk from Whitley Sands.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Cara Guesthouse?

No, The Cara Guesthouse does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Cara Guesthouse?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there a golf course on site at The Cara Guesthouse?

There isn't one on site, but Whitley Bay Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk away.

The Cara Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 127 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good size room with ensuite comfy pillows and bed! Ideal location with plenty parking close by lovely breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent and friendly as always
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Mark

Room was spacious and very clean and warm .beautiful view breakfast was really good lasted us all day would stay there again if in area top notch
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Last minute booking

Booked last minute and Julia was there to greet me on arrival. I had my dog with me and she was also made most welcome! There was a doggy welcome bag in the room which was a beautiful touch! Really homely atmosphere and lovely breakfast! Will most definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Cara guesthouse

A cosy guesthouse on the seafront. We were allocated a room upstairs, unfortunately not a sea view, hopefully next time. We had our own bathroom close to the bedroom. We parked in the council carpark close by, popped out at 9am to pay for the day, £3. Marea and staff were friendly and hospitable. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I chose the Cara Guesthouse because I wanted all to be good given the price. My stay was good but if i nit picked I could list quite a few things not quite but to scratch. That said I could not have beren more welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Good value

Had to wait a while to gain access, but apologies given. Not much space for clothes as small room,needs a better bedside lamp (for reading) But can't complain due to the very reasonable price . Breakfast outstanding!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janet

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

Northern soul ❤️

Single room for my dad. Perfectly adequate for his needs. Owner and staff were so lovely and helpful. Couldn’t fault them. Excellent breakfast choices all cooked to order. Room was comfortable and clean - just a cobweb up high on the ceiling and a bit of dust on the upper window shutters. The decor in a few places is showing wear, but overall, this is excellent value for money and a delightful seafront B&B. Will certainly be staying again. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Alan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very dirty. Breakfast was not cooked to our liking - just had breakfast once then went out the other days. Couldn’t have tea or coffee in the room because the teapot had standing water in it when we arrived and the pot was stained and needed cleaning. Will not return nor recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Well worth Booking.....honestly

The Cara, is without a doubt the best place I have stayed in the past few years, I arrived after the check-in time, and was greeted in a very , very friendly way, the owners son carried my bag from my car, got me checked in, asked after my welfare,room was spotless and extremly comfortable, a very quiet house too, in morning the breakfast was fantastic, ideal morning atmosphere, I will have no hesitation staying here again.....James
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022
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10/10 Excellent

karen

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

The fabulous Cara Guest house - home from home

We received a lovely warm welcome from Mariea. After arriving earlier than planned we were able to drop our cases off, Mariea explaining that our cases would be taken to our room. We even got an upgraded room due to someone cancelling. The room was lovely, clean and spaceous with a fabulous sea view. Tea / coffee facilities. TV. Hairdryer. It was like home from home. Mariea ensured our stay was one to remember. Nothing was too much trouble. The full English breakfast was excellent and set us up for our day of walking. We will definitely book The Cara Guest House again and would recommend to family and friends.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Sea view ?

Room was very very small could not see the view unless I stood up
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Nice stay

Nice one night stop over in Cara Guesthouse, clean, comfy bed, decent shower, nice tv, great seaview and lovely pancakes for breakfast. All really easy going and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bryan Fortune

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Great!

Great guest house! I always point people in their direction when staying in Whitley Bay. Clean and comfortable and the excellent owner who can’t do enough for you! Great location! Would definitely recommend the Cara Guest House
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

geoff

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

Great

A really nice guesthouse with friendy staff and very pet friendly a lovely breakfast great all round
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gilli

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

Good value

The room was really nice it was one off the on suite rooms at the top of the House. Comfortable beds. Clean, shower room good shower hot . Heating was off when we arrived but the room had 2 free standing heaters which did the job . View from room lovely. Breakfast very nice. Staff friendly. Parking although we were told we could park in the next road there were no spaces but just 50 yards away there is a large car park with free overnight parking . Good price for a very nice B&B
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina

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

Comfy and Cozy Stay

What a cute and homely-feeling place to come relax and turn your mind off. Can't complain about the fulfilling breakfast either!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The properties location is excellent, being on the sea front. Unfortunately my room was very shabby, there was exposed pipework, holes in the flooring and worn, chipped furnishings. On the positive side the bed was very comfortable. Breakfast was also very disappointing, there was little choice, the milk had gone off and my eggs were under cooked and raw in parts. In all not what I expected for its 3 star rating.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

New years eve stay

Pleasant stay at the Cara over New year. I have stayed here before and this stay was pleasant as always. A clean, friendly traditional guest house with great sea views and an excellent breakfast. The staff and management are very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room excellent breakfast great bb in grat position on sea front with great walking close to hand
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Evie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable accommodation close to the sea front. I was made to feel very welcome. I didn't have a full breakfast on this occasion, but I was very satisfied and enjoyed the breakfast arrangements. I have booked to stay again, and would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

hidden treasure

I stayed for only one night for work. Really impressed with the Guest House. Clean, friendly, well kept and maintained and what really matters bed very comfortable. Breakfast was fab.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very warm welcome, very convenient location and a wonderful sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthew

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

Fluffy pancakes

Lovely guest house, great location for the beech. - Maria made nice fluffy pancakes for the kids! - will hopefully return one day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019