Boars Head Boutique Hotel - Sunderland (Tyne and Wear)
54.910706, -1.369328Overview
Boutique hotel in a 1724 building with river views and free private parking in Sunderland
Historic Setting
Boars Head Boutique Hotel Sunderland occupies a building constructed in 1724, with original beams and memorabilia tracing Sunderland's past. The hotel houses the Laurel & Hardy Suite, which displays original letters written by Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. This 301-year-old structure makes the Boars Head a distinct choice for history-focused travelers.
Accommodations
The hotel offers Deluxe Double, Twin, Triple with River View, and Executive Triple rooms, each with private bathrooms and flat-screen TVs. Guests have complimentary access to a shared kitchen stocked with cereals, bread, and fresh milk for self-service breakfast. A terrace overlooking the River Wear provides outdoor seating with panoramic river views.
Dining
The Knowledge Italian restaurant operates on the ground floor of Boars Head Boutique Hotel, serving antipasto, ragu, and salmon ravioli. Guests can order takeaway pizzas or dine in the restaurant, which also has a bar serving cocktails. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays, but the shared kitchen remains available for guest use.
Location
Boars Head Sunderland sits 1 km from Roker Beach and 2 km from the Stadium of Light, within a 10-minute walk to the city centre. The hotel is 2 km from Park Lane Station and 33 km from Newcastle International Airport. River walks along the Wear and access to the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art are minutes away.
Guest Facilities
Free private parking is provided on-site for all guests, with additional free street parking available. The hotel offers family rooms that can accommodate groups, and daily housekeeping is included. CCTV cameras monitor the exterior and common areas for guest security, and accessible parking spaces are marked.
- Historic: Building from 1724 with Laurel & Hardy Suite and original letters
- Parking: Free private parking on-site for all guests
- Kitchen: Shared kitchen with complimentary breakfast supplies
- Dining: Knowledge Italian restaurant on ground floor
- Location: 1 km from Roker Beach and 2 km from Stadium of Light
- Rooms: Deluxe Triple with River View and Executive Triple options
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds1 Double bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:3 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Wi-Fi in rooms
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Shared kitchen
No smoking on site
Services
- Housekeeping
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about Boars Head Boutique Hotel
| 💵 Lowest room price | 51 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.1 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 38.3 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Newcastle, NCL |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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