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Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Sunderland Empire

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Restaurant
Interior
Fitness facility
Point of interest
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb

Explore the area

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Keel Square, Sunderland, England, SR1 3DS
  • Place, University of Sunderland
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Sunderland Empire
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Stadium of Light
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(37 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Sunderland

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG puts you in the heart of Sunderland, within just a 10-minute stroll of Sunderland Empire and University of Sunderland. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a business centre. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Sunderland City Centre hotel include Stadium of Light and Angel of the North.

What's nearby

  • University of Sunderland - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sunderland Empire - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Mowbray Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Stadium of Light - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Sunderland Station - 6 min walk
  • University Station - 9 min walk
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greggs - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪BizR - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Keel Tavern - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

Hotel with a restaurant, 5-minute walk to Sunderland Empire
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG also features a fitness centre, a front desk safe, and a lift.

This 4-star Sunderland hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG offers 120 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. 50-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Sunderland hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 50.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

Property is also known as

Sunderland – City By Ihg
Holiday Inn Sunderland an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Sunderland
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Hotel Sunderland

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

As of 4 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG on 27 Feb 2026 start from AU$117.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG is Whitburn Sands (4 km).

Does Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

No, pets are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 272 out of 388 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 79 out of 388 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 388 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 388 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 388 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tracey, Malmesbury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful and welcoming at reception
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was spotless check in and out flawless and staff were wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serkan

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bethany

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Oduro-Abrokwa

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
TV didn’t work, corridors noisy, not enough staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I did not have breakfast in the hotel. I had a pleasant drink in the bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comdfy bed and decent wi fi
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yang

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oriann

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Staff & service
Great stay clean bedroom and staff polite and helpful defo come back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Clean comfortable stay. Would return.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Constance

Liked: Amenities
The place was immaculate . The staff were brilliant, especially Mia and Nikki , who were extremely helpful to us . Ideas where to go and eat . And just a general nice chat and kind words goes a long way .. thank you girls .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and cheerful, room spotless good variety for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cameron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025