Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 17 May

Explore the area

Map
Keel Square, Sunderland, England, SR1 3DS
  • Sunderland Empire
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Sunderland
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Stadium of Light
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen 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 eco-friendly 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

  • Sunderland Empire - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • University of Sunderland - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Stadium of Light - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Angel of the North - 16 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Quayside - 19 min drive - 21.1 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
  • ‪Flanagan's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Esquires Coffee House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

Eco-certified hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour business centre
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 eco-certified 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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Italian, Polish, Romanian, Thai

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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

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
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 2 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG on 16 May 2025 start from AU$127.25, 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. 166 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 238 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Travelled with family
We couldn’t make it to the Holiday Inn, Sunderland as our flight from Belfast was cancelled due to Storm Eowyn. Unfortunately the insurance that Expedia sold me has proved worthless as X Cover have refused to refund our stay, despite clear and unequivocal evidence provided that our flights were cancelled by the airline. Over £350 down the tubes!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always my goto in Sunderland. Nice big room, nice big tv, great breakfast and the friendliest staff ever.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariann

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone I met was always friendly, professional, and helpful. Chef Alan prepared wonderful meals and made adjustments per our personal tastes. He remembered all of our previous preferences. Alan is a talented and witty chef.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne Elizabeth

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

8/10 Good

Sunny

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

New years stay

Great stay room warm and clean breakfast tasty and good choice. One slight criticism at 230 pm go to check in and told your room is ready but will have to pay ten pound early check inn fee challenged this and then told well if you join Holliday inn rewards I could check into my room which was ready for no fee obviously reception have been instructed to implement this 10 pound charge but why get somebody’s back up when checking in for the sake of ten pound poor.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable modern rooms. Clean & equipped with everything needed. Would recommend and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family get together and a perfect venue
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BERNARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel

Excellent value for money hotel. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very pleasant night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

naveed

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean Central A little simple
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Harwinder

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is expensive but not much facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

100/100 👍

It was an amazing experience with holiday inn, it was homily and cool for me
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isla

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, nice modern hotel. Stayed a couple of times and will study again. Friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very good location. Breakfast was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay for Sunderland Empire visit…

Stayed overnight while visiting the Sunderland Empire. Ideal location. No parking but parked at St Marys across the road about 100 yards walk. Both room and breakfast were of a good standard …
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

So good we will be back

Exceptionally clean and well appointed rooms. Very helpful staff and the breakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just try it you will not be disappointed

Loved it lots of bars restaurants and Shops so many people underestimate just how good Sunderland is and five minutes drive away are the most wonderful beaches. Yes will definitely come back to this wonderful Hotel:
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024