Houghton le Spring Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Houghton le Spring
New Herrington
Highlights of New Herrington include its fantastic nightlife, stunning river views and luxurious spas. If you're interested in exploring some sights, Herrington Country Park is a top sight to visit.
Newbottle
The restaurants and gardens are a few reasons travellers visit Newbottle. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Herrington Country Park and Penshaw Monument, a few notable attractions nearby.
The County Hotel, Newcastle
"Enjoyable stay, friendly receptionist, large room. Had dinner in hudsons which was lovely"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
"Everything was clean and the staff couldn’t do enough for us."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
"넓고 깨끗하고 습니다"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Roomzzz Newcastle
"We stayed for four nights and had good sleep all nights. We like the kitchen facilities especially the dishwasher. The laundry is just one washer and the dryer was at another location due to the one onsite is under repair, so I did not use it. We like the free croissant and hot drink machine which ..."
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
Station Suites
"Lovely room and really friendly staff food was basic but nice"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
The Vermont ApartHotel
"Great stay! Great location with plenty of local bars and clubs. Very friendly staff. Lovely apartment and very clean. Pleasantly surprised by the kitchen utensils!"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Popular places to visit
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
St. James' Park
Attend an intense soccer game at one of the United Kingdom’s largest and oldest stadiums. See it perched on a hill in the city center.
Northumbria University
The gleaming silver campus in central Newcastle is one of the U.K.’s newest universities. Its students have voted the city the country’s best for students.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Enjoy artisanal ice cream between acts at a show in the stylish setting of one of England’s most glamorous and acclaimed theaters.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
