See all properties

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

Exterior
Point of interest
Exterior
Exterior
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 5 of 5 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

City view

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 248 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room

City view

Standard Room

Highlights

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

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 King Bed

City view

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

You may also like

Ad
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter by IHG

Newcastle-upon-Tyne
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,002 reviews
The price is CA $110
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter by IHG
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
Keel Square, Sunderland, England, SR1 3DS

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 Intl. Airport (NCL) - 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

Upscale eco-certified hotel near Sunderland Empire
Located close to University of Sunderland and Stadium of Light, Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG provides a coffee shop/cafe, a bar, and a gym. In addition to a 24-hour business center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 120 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 50-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

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

Similar properties

Exterior

Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,000 reviews
The price is CA $104
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite 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 center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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 movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

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

Is Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of Mar 26, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG on Apr 14, 2025 start from CA $99.0, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Sunderland City Centre, this eco-certified hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Sunderland Empire and University of Sunderland. Stadium of Light and Gateshead Millennium Bridge are also within 12 mi (20 km). University Station is 9 minutes by foot and Park Lane Station is 10 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 225 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 225 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 225 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 225 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 225 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

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Nice fresh hotel. Staff were excellent and pleasant. Easy walking distance to the railway station. Good location for bars and food etc.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

louize

Perfect for train station and metro station. Great size rooms and very comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christi

I was genuinely surprised by this holiday inn. It was so clean and inviting. Property well maintained, a Starbucks in the lobby, well situated in the city centre! Will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Very pleasant night stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

BERNARD

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

The property was very clean. The rooms were Nice and quiet. Staff were very friendly from receptionist to bar staff. I would definitely return and recommend hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Great hotel very good location. Breakfast was lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Pity the hotel didn’t have parking, only a short walk to St Mary’s multi story, but found a little expensive for an over night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

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

Isla

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

Jamie

Great place to stay
Great location in the centre of Sunderland, perfect for a night away. Close to a couple of new bars and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

8/10 Good

David

Quiet pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Superb location to town center and theatres and 5 mins from Sunderland fc. Excellent staff and rooms were clean Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great hotel. Room was spacious and comfortable and staff were very friendly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Wonderful friendly staff. Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

naveed

Clean Central A little simple
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebenezer

It was a great experience and nice Inn
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Verified traveller

100/100 👍
It was an amazing experience with holiday inn, it was homily and cool for me
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theres

The young man at check was so friendly and checked us in quickly and efficiently .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jane

Comfortable hotel
Comfortable hotel in a good Central location for a fair price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Trevor

No toilet brush is an unforgivable economy. Will not use this group again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Steven

Great Sunderland hotel
Great stop over in Sunderland
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024