Newcastle upon Tyne is the beating heart of the North East of England. Vibrant, individual, and full of character, the city’s notable industrial past has given way to a modern cosmopolitan city break destination which displays all the essential ingredients for a memorable stay. Excellent and varied accommodation options form part of the appeal and in the Newcastle luxury hotels, the city earns its reputation as a top European city.
Once the capital city of Northumberland, Newcastle is now the major city in what is the North East’s commercial and industrial heartland of Tyne and Wear, a county comprised additionally of Gateshead, Sunderland and North and South Tyneside. The city has been one of strategic importance since Roman times and its rich cultural history is easily accessed throughout the city, from the Museum of Antiquities to the Mediaeval Castle Keep and Blackgate.
It is to more modern times however that the city owes its unparalleled reputation as one of the great party cities. Nightclubs, bars, cafes restaurants, and theatre and music venues abound and create the perfect environment for celebrations such as stag and hen parties. The commercial attractions are just as important, with the Metro Shopping Centre, in particular, drawing people from all over the country.
The beauty of the city is the seamless mix of old and new, depicting a place with a colourful past and bright future. This is evident in the new developments such as the Quayside, which has its own cultural life and attractions, enhancing the more traditional aspects of the city. Luxurious hotels are both old and new too, reflecting the best of both worlds, whether in a grand traditional scale or ultra-modern development.
Five star luxury hotels offer levels of comfort, service and amenities which transcend the visual appeal of the building. The aged elegance and opulence of certain establishments is of course appealing too, offering a sense of exclusivity, once enjoyed by the well-heeled patrons of a bygone age and now available to all those who would appreciate it. Ornate decorative plasterwork, chandeliers and sumptuous period dining facilities all feature in some of the city’s grand old luxury hotels but the five star facilities and amenities are wholly contemporary.
In modern times, five star luxury evokes a series of benefits to the modern traveller. Airport pick-up and drop-off is to be expected and dedicated 24 hour concierge services will present the guest with every assistance to make the most of their time spent in the city, whether that hotel features, car hire services or theatre tickets and restaurant reservations. 24 hour room service is an enduring feature of the top hotels in Newcastle and guests comfort is enhanced with modern technologies in climate control and audio and visual entertainment systems.
State of the art technologies have revolutionised the services available within the city’s finest hotels. While digital televisions and CD players offer opportunities for entertainment, high speed internet access is also generally available for business or leisure purposes. Fine Newcastle accommodation will combine the latest technologies with the highest quality soft furnishings, sumptuous décor and large luxury bathrooms complete with a range of toiletries, to provide the very best in accommodation, whether for a short city break or longer holiday in the North East.
Technologies also play an important role in business and as a city in which business is booming, Newcastle hotels are very much ready for business and provide a range of facilities for the corporate traveller. Wireless internet connectivity plays its part as do in-room dual line direct dial telephones and access to global digital television news stations. Some of the more modern Newcastle luxury hotels are business oriented and are well situated in the city for the main business and commercial districts.
In addition to the in-room features for business, a business-oriented luxury hotel will have a range of other facilities to allow efficient business in the city. These may include a dedicated 24 hour business centre, complete with boardroom and meeting rooms, work stations, computers, phones, fax, printing, copying and courier services. Secretarial assistance may also be available. Many establishments also have executive floors, rooms and suites in which guests can enjoy exclusive business features, such as additional in-room workspace, and access to executive club lounges, and services which may include express check-in and check-out.
Typically, business-oriented hotels boast an ultra-modern sleek design and appeal, but many of the most important business facilities will be available in all the best accommodation establishments, regardless of their age and location in the city. The ideal accommodation options may be more a matter of taste, and location and there are many fine luxurious options in the heart of the city, close to all its major attractions. An increasingly popular choice is for so called boutique hotels, which offer an individual and independent character, usually combined with superlative levels of personal service.
What all the Newcastle luxury hotels will have in common is access to some of the best dining facilities in the city and a host of other leisure options such as a fitness suite, sauna or swimming facility, bars, lounges, and other options which define a five star hotel anywhere, but in Newcastle are infused with the legendary hospitality which has made the city so famous.
