Little Haven Hotel

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The Little Haven Hotel is a 3-star hotel on River Drive in South Shields, right where the Tyne meets the coast, and within easy reach of the Great North Run finish area.

From the outside, the hotel has clean, modern lines and sits right on the water, looking out over the mouth of the Tyne. Arriving here feels calm rather than corporate, with a quiet lounge area to sit and settle in. The communal spaces are simple and comfortable, making it easy to relax before or after your event.

Your stay includes breakfast each morning in the Boardwalk restaurant, with a mix of cooked and lighter options to suit however you like to fuel before an event. If you fancy something more substantial, the hotel’s own restaurant also serves food with a Mediterranean influence in the evening. For the night before, South Shields town centre is a short walk away, with a good choice of cafes and restaurants for a relaxed meal.

This hotel doesn’t have a gym or spa, but it makes up for that with its outdoor setting. Little Haven beach sits right in front of the hotel, and a walk along the sand or the harbour wall is a gentle way to loosen the legs the day before or the day after your event. There’s also a garden and a shared lounge if you’d rather sit outside without much walking. South Shields’ beach and promenade stretch on for some distance beyond that, so there’s plenty of room for an easy walk or a light shakeout whenever you need one.

Rooms here are straightforward and comfortable, with some looking out over the river or the coast. Private bathrooms come with a bath, and every room has a flat-screen TV and desk, so you can put your feet up or catch up on messages. A number of rooms also open onto a balcony, handy for some fresh air without having to go far.

Hotel Highlights

  • Based in South Shields itself, so you’re close to where the event finishes without needing to travel far on the day
  • All customers get free parking
  • Little Haven beach and the harbour wall are right outside, giving you flat, easy ground for a walk before or after your event
  • Some rooms look out over the river or coast, and several have a balcony for fresh air without leaving the room
  • Breakfast is included every morning, and South Shields town centre is a short walk away for evening meals
  • Sits right where the Tyne meets the coast, with the beach, harbour and town centre all within walking distance

Location

Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 1.0 Miles from event

Key Distances

  • Finish Area (The Leas, South Shields seafront): approx. 1.3 mi | 25–30 mins walk / 8 mins drive – a flat, easy walk along the coast
  • Start Line (Claremont Road, Newcastle): approx. 9.5 mi | 30–40 mins drive – most runners use the train or the event’s shuttle service rather than driving
  • Nearest Metro Station (South Shields): approx. 0.5 mi | 10 mins walk – handy for getting to the start or back from the finish area
  • Nearest Airport (Newcastle International): approx. 11 mi | 25–30 mins drive
  • Nearby Attractions: Arbeia Roman Fort & Museum (0.3 mi, a Roman fort you can walk to along the river), Ocean Beach Pleasure Park (0.6 mi, a small seafront amusement park), The Customs House (1 mi, a theatre and arts venue by the harbour)
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