Discovery Museum
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YHA Newcastle Central
Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 6UQOverview
YHA Newcastle Central offers cheap, comfortable and convenient accommodation in Newcastle Upon Tyne's city centre. This lively hostel is situated just five minutes from Grey's Quarter which is full of luxury retailers and rooftop restaurants, and High Bridge street, home to stylish gin bars, artisan cafes, independent shops and The Stand Comedy club.
From coastline to culture and brilliant nightlife, there's something for everyone in Newcastle.
Why guests love YHA Newcastle Central
Accommodation at YHA Newcastle Central
Bed in a shared room
Dorm rooms have multiple beds and are shared with other people who may not be travelling together. They are usually more affordable than private rooms as you'll be booking a bed rather than the whole room.
A typical shared dorm room includes bunk beds, a reading light and a storage cupboard for each guest.
Children aged between 12 and 15 can stay in dorm rooms as long as an adult of the same gender accompanies them.
Shared shower and toilet facilities are located near to the room. Some of our shared dorm rooms are en-suites, meaning that they have a bathroom that you would share with other guests who are also staying in the room.
Private en-suite rooms
For added privacy, relax with your family, friends or by yourself in a private en-suite room.
Private en-suite rooms typically include a storage cupboard and reading light for each bed, plus shower and toilet facilities solely for the people in your room.
Suites
Our suites sleep up to 6 people - great for a break with family or friends in the city of Newcastle. Enjoy!
Premium suites
Our premium suites sleep up to 14 people - perfect for a night away with your friends. There are two separate bathrooms as well as a separate lounge area with large screen smart TV.
Food and drink at YHA Newcastle Central
Things to do around YHA Newcastle Central
Theatre Royal Newcastle
Enjoy a variety of live shows and events in this beautiful landmark building.
Newcastle Castle
This medieval fortified castle holds hundreds of years of Newcastle's history among its walls.
Metrocentre
The Metro centre is the largest indoor shopping and leisure centre in Europe and has a vast variety of shops, restaurants and leisurely activities, including an IMAX cinema.
Tyne bridge
Probably the most famous sight to see in Newcastle, the Tyne Bridge links Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead.
St James' Park
St. James’ Park is home to Newcastle’s own football club, Newcastle United and is one of the most visited attractions within the region.
Long Sands beach
If you’re wanting to escape the buzz of the city life take a twenty minute trip to the North East coastline.
Nightlife
The Geordie capital is known for a wild night out as Newcastle city centre draws large crowds every night, including students, locals, tourists, celebs and stag and hen dos.
Angel of the North
The Angel of the North has been welcoming visitors to Gateshead since 1998. The sculpture is huge, you won’t miss it! It is taller than four double deckers and its wingspan is as big as a jumbo jet.
Hostel facilities
- 24-hour access
- 24-hour reception
- Baby changing
- Breakfast
- Café
- Contactless payments
- Cycle store
- Evening meals
- Full mobile coverage
- Games
- Group meals
- Highchair
- Luggage store
- Packed lunch
- Paid parking on premises
- Shared laundry room
- Shared lounge
- Shared TV
- Vending machines
- Water refill station
- WiFi
Hostel need to know
Reception opening hours: 24 hours.
Food and drink: Breakfast is served to guests daily from 07:30 – 09:00.
Parking: There are limited parking bays outside the hostel. These are £3.00 per 2 hours and free from 18:30 - 08:00. There are other car parks close by (charges apply).
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces and all rooms.
YHA Newcastle Central - Access Statement
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YHA School Trips
YHA Newcastle Central offers groups and schools the perfect base from which to explore the city. Find out more about group bookings over on our Groups website.
History
Newcastle Gaol was built as a gaol and house of correction, designed by the famous Newcastle architect John Dobson on the site of YHA Newcastle Central. In 1925 the prison closed with the prisoners transferred to Durham.
Telephone House, the city's telephone exchange, was built in its place in 1932, which later became YHA Newcastle Central.
