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We have a great range of Newcastle stag hotels & apartments suitable for all groups.

Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
3 STAR Hotel
3-minute walk to Central Station
If you’d rather spend more time planning your pub crawls than booking hotels then Hampton by Hilton is a safe bet. This clean and stylish 3-star hotel is set just across the road from Central Station and is the perfect spot for stags looking to get in on the action. We recommend the Mile Castle Wetherspoons for pre-drinks, it’s something of an institution here in the toon..
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
4 STAR Hotel
Six minute walk to Central Station
The hugely popular 4-star Leonardo Hotel Newcastle is just under a 10-minute walk from Central Station. You can expect bright and modern rooms with wi-fi and flat screen TVs, plus a stylish onsite bar where you can enjoy a Newcastle brown ale.
Butch Cassidy's Bunkhouse
4 STAR Apartment
Sleeps up to 14 stags. Right in the middle of the Newcastle nightlife
Add a touch of the wild west on your stag do in the north east by booking your stay at the stag friendly accommodation at Butch Cassidy’s Bunkhouse. This western themed apartment is slap bang in the middle of the bustling Bigg Market where you’ll find some of the city’s best stag friendly bars and clubs.
Maldron Hotel
4 STAR Hotel
Two minutes walk from the Bigg Market and The Gate
This cracking new 4-star hotel sits right in the heart of the action, sitting directly between the buzzing Bigg Market and the lively Gate entertainment complex. It also has a lush bar onsite, so you don’t even need to leave the hotel for the first drink of the night.
The Loft Penthoose
4 STAR Apartment
Swanky private apartment in the Bigg Market
Add a touch of sophistication to your stag do in Newcastle by staying at the Loft Penthoose on Newcastle’s popular Bigg Market. This cool apartment is set in the penthouse above the stag do-friendly Beehive pub on Newcastle’s famous Bigg Market. You’ll literally be able to step off your doorstep and straight into the action.
Travelodge Newcastle Central
3 STAR Hotel
Well within walking distance from all the major nightspots
Located less than 15 mins walk from both Bigg Market and Northumberland Street, so you’ll be within walking distance to all the nightlife hotspots. Travelodge gives a real home from home feel with king sized beds in all rooms, spacious bathrooms and modern facilities. Parking and Wi-Fi are also available for your stay.
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
4 STAR Hotel
Amazing views of Newcastle - right next to Millennium Bridge
Pitch yourself up just south of the Tyne at the Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside on Gateshead Quays. The 4-star hotel is just a short walk across the Millennium Bridge to Newcastle’s popular quayside. We recommend heading to the front of the Baltic Art Museum where you’ll get a great backdrop of the Tyne Bridge for those all-important selfies.
Kabannas Newcastle Central
Hostel
Centrally located great value hostel
Budget conscious groups, this is a fab option for you. Located a mere 6-minute walk from Grey’s Monument, you are in the heart of the action without breaking the bank. There are a range of dorm layouts (all with an ensuite), an onsite café and bar and free wi-fi throughout.
The Royal Station Hotel
3 STAR Hotel with Leisure Facilities
Literally right next to the train station
There's no better hotel for ditching your bags ASAP (except maybe Hampton by Hilton that's right opposite) as this hotel is located right next to the train station. It has simple but well equipped rooms that have elegant furniture and comfortable beds. There's a breakfast option with hot and cold dishes. There's also an onsite bar plus a swimming pool and sauna which is perfect for blowing the cobwebs away after your crazy night in the toon.
There is more to Newcastle than beer, footy and Greggs. Geordies are real culture-vultures – just check out our Top 10 cultural attractions for proof – although we are still partial to a steak bake after a bar crawl.
The Strawberry Pub
7-8 Strawberry Pl, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4SF
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Picking a pub as a cultural hotspot may seem like the most Geordie thing ever, but The Strawberry is something a bit special. Nestled in the shadow of St James’ Park, the iconic boozer is a Tyneside landmark. The rooftop beer garden is one of the best places to sip a pint as the sun sets, and also perfect for a refreshing bevvie after your NUFC Rooftop Tour.
St. James' Park
Barrack Rd, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4ST
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And that brings us on nicely to The Strawberry’s next door neighbour. The lifeblood of a city that lives and breathes football, St James’ Park is one of the Premier League’s biggest grounds and capable of hosting over 52,000 screaming Geordies every week. LNOF’s been lucky enough to follow the likes of Alan Shearer and grace the hallowed turf and, while our staff are unlikely to be appearing on Match of the Day anytime soon, you could take a take a private tour for a peak inside the Magpies nest.
Wylam Brewery
Palace of Arts Exhibition Park, Claremont Road, NE2 4PZ
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And if beer is what you are after, welcome to paradise. Located in the city centre’s magnificent Exhibition Park, it resides in the lakeside Palace of Arts, which was opened almost a century ago by the then Prince of Wales. Now if it houses one of the North East’s best craft breweries while the spacious venue also stages everything from weddings to gigs (and also a cracking spot for a chilled-out Sunday roast before your train).
The Tyne Bridge
A167, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE8 2BH
And when that train departs Central Station, this will likely be the last thing you see in Newcastle. But what a legacy to leave on. Geordies are rightfully proud of their bridges – there are seven across the River Tyne – and this is arguably the most magnificent of them all. Opened in 1928 by King George V, the 389m long design was based on the Sydney Harbour Bridge – but we think it is better, especially while sipping a drink in the shadow of it on The Quayside. Thankfully, we offer plenty of hotels that are a mere stone’s throw away if you too wish to bask in its green glory.
Tyne Walk of Fame
Quayside
From Music to Hollywood, Newcastle has knocked out a fair few celebs over the years. From Cheryl Cole and Sting to Sir Bobby Robson and Gazza, many of the biggest stars were born and bred on Tyneside. And if you fancy walking off that bottomless brunch with a walk along The Quayside, this is a great chance to spot some of the bronze plaques bestowed on our most famous sons and daughters (obviously Ant and Dec are in there).
Castle Keep
Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RQ
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Almost 900 years old and with a grisly, blood-soaked history, the castle was once Newcastle’s last line of defence during the English Civil War, while prisoners chains still remain it the dungeon. The closest you’ll get to a working dungeon in Newcastle these days is by hiring a dominatirx on your stag do. But if you prefer to be a history buff than in the buff, the Castle’s remarkable past (someone once launched a donkey off the roof) will keep you entertained for hours.
Grey’s Monument
150 Grainger St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 5AF
Named after the 2nd Early Grey, hopefully it will be your cup of tea. Geordie’s adore the Grade I listed design, with the 135ft monument always a popular central spot to meet your mates (especially as it has a Metro station directly beneath). And you might get lucky – officials very occasionally let the public climb the 164 step spiral staircase. It provides one of the most special panoramic views of the city – but be warned, it is a tight squeeze.
Victoria Tunnel
53-55 Lime St, Ouseburn Valley, NE1 2PQ
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At almost 4km long and buried up to 85ft below the city, the tunnel runs through much of central Newcastle – including the Central Motorway and Northumbria University. Work commenced on the tunnel in 1839, with the aim of using it as a wagonway to transport coal through the city before it was eventually abandoned. It later found use as a World War Two air-raid shelter. Now, it is a tourist attraction – and a very cool one at that
China Town
Stowell St, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4XQ
Located in the western part of the city and marked by lanterns, statues and a huge Chinese arch, China Town is one of only five China Towns in England, and a great place to grab some traditional Chinese food before heading out. Nestled mostly along Stowell Street and close to St James Park, the cultural hub of China Town attracts thousands every week. Apart from restaurants, it also houses Spot White American Pool Lounge and is just a stone's throw from The Gate complex with its cinemas and bars.
Angel of the North
Durham Rd, Low Eighton, NE9 7TY
Viewed by around 33m people each year (largely due to the fact it looms over the A1), architect Anthony Gormley’s steel sculpture split opinion like nothing else when it was unveiled in 1998. Now it is a Tyneside treasure, and worthy of a pilgrimage – especially as you could have a kickabout on the footy pitch directly next to it.
Newcastle has a friendly vibe to it, but even so your group wants to be aware of how to keep safe on a night out in the toon. Here are our safety tips:
With all of this in mind, we’re sure you’ll have a mint night out in the best city in the world (we reckon).
Over 5.19m passengers passed through Newcastle International Airport in 2019 (covid disrupted the following two years). Only Manchester is busier in the North of England, with flights across Europe and beyond. Major operators including easyJet, Ryanair, Jet2 and British Airways all operate from the airport’s lone terminal – which deals with over 100 flights per day.
Airport | Airline | |
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Belfast International Airport BFS | EasyJet | |
Bristol Airport BRS | EasyJet | |
Cardiff International Airport CWL | 1h 15m | Eastern Airways |
Cork Airport BFS | Aer Lingus | |
Dublin Airport DUB | Ryanair Aer Lingus | |
Exeter International Airport EXT | FlyBE | |
Heathrow Airport LHR | British Airways | |
Southampton Airport LHR | FlyBE |
A key part of the East Coast Line, Newcastle’s sprawling Central Station has 12 platforms with LNER, East Coast, TransPennine and Northern all running services. Pre-pandemic, over 8.8m passengers used the station each year, with popular direct routes to Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh while – heading south, services run straight to London, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol – and even as far as Plymouth.
Station | Duration |
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London Kings Cross KGX | 2h 51m |
Manchester Victoria MCV | 2h 24m |
Leeds LDS | 1h 21m |
Liverpool Lime Street LIV | 3h |
Edinburgh Waverley EDB | 1h 26m |
Birmingham New Street BHM | 3h 15m |
Bristol Temple Meads BRI | 5h 39m |
Cardiff Central CDF | 5h 34m |
Cruise up the A1, and you are pretty much in Newcastle. London is just over five hours away, Manchester closer to three hours and Leeds is about 90mins – and everyone will know they are close when they drive past the Angel of the North! From Scotland, Edinburgh is a two hour drive.
Travel From | Distance (M) | Duration |
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London | 276 | 5h 21m |
Manchester | 144 | 2h 48m |
Leeds | 97 | 1h 52m |
Liverpool | 174 | 3h 17m |
Edinburgh | 121 | 2h 36m |
Bristol | 295 | 5h |
Nottingham | 160 | 3h |
Cardiff | 315 | 5h 26m |
Birmingham | 206 | 3h 30m |
Newcastle Airport is set five miles north-west of the city centre. In simple terms, it’s easy to travel into the city. There’s a metro connection, taking you to Monument in 25 minutes, as well as taxi rank outside the terminal - just a 20 minute drive from the centre.
Service | Approx. Travel Time | Price |
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Metro | The metro takes around 25 minutes to the centre (Haymarket, Monument or Central). Trains leave every 12 minutes, from 5:37am (Mon-Sat), and 6:26 on a Sunday. | £4.70 - Single Ticket £5.00 - Daysaver |
Bus | You can get on the X7E Stagecoach bus, to the city centre. You can also purchase a Network One Day Rover, for metro, bus and ferry, for £6. | £4.70 - Day Ticket £5.00 - Network One Day Rover |
Taxi | Taxis to Newcastle city centre take, roughly, 20-25 minutes. The airport has a booking desk, located near Domestic Arrivals, and there is a taxi rank just outside the entrance of the airport. | £12 - £15 - Approx. |
Getting to Newcastle may be easy, but getting around is a walk in the park. You’ve got the Metro, the bus, taxis and your feet (haway) to explore this city on your stag weekend.
Generally speaking, the further north you go, the cheaper stuff gets – which is great news if you’re on a stag do in Newcastle. Southerners, prepare to be impressed.
We’re not going to beat around the bush – your stag do is in the north, and it gets baltic up here in winter. However, we can reach a massive average of 14°C in August – our hottest month of the year.
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We’re right in summer and it’s practically Spain in the north. In fact, it's probably even hotter... The average temp is 13°C, highs have even reached 18°C, and the lows are just 9°C.
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LNOF HQ is based in Newcastle, in sleek offices right on the Quayside, and we take our top location seriously. Being such knowledgeable experts on The Toon – and stag weekends in general – we are always out testing out our activities. It’s all in the name of research…
We have a great range of Newcastle stag hotels & apartments suitable for all groups.
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