easyHotel Newcastle (Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom)

The hotel exterior is quite clean even though it's in the heart of the city. You will find plenty of places to wine and dine. There are plenty of tourist attractions and shopping as well. You should have no problem walking around in the evening.

You have to give the staff their due. They are a friendly lot and they offer around-the-clock service. They always seem to have a smile, which helps to make you feel very welcome.

The price, along with the location, is a combination you can't beat. Though the facility is somewhat a step or two up from a hostel, it's worth the price you pay. Rooms are modern and clean offering great value for money.

The rooms are quite small, or perhaps you can use the term “compact.” For example, it's hard to walk around the bed. Nonetheless, this is fine if you are staying for a short period or you are not in the room for long periods of time. If you have claustrophobia, it's probably best to stay away.

It seems like they forget to double-glaze or insulate the rooms properly. You can easily hear noise from outside. The walls are thin so you can hear doors shutting and closing, and other visitors raucous comings and goings during the night hours. There's no storage for clothes, no views, no kettle in the room, no on-site parking, and no cupboards and drawers.

You have to pay extra for tea or coffee making utensils. TV, Wi-Fi, and the use of the hairdryer are included; however, if you book directly you will incur an additional charge.