About A1 Summerville
A1 Summerville is a 3-star guest house situated in the Whickham area of Newcastle-upon-Tyne that features a free breakfast and a scenic location overlooking a beautiful river and countrside.
Non-smoking guest rooms feature coffee and tea facilities, a television and a hair dryer.
Services and amenities offered at the hotel include a tour desk, complimentary Wi-Fi service, concierge service, free parking and a guest lounge with satellite television, a fridge and a microwave.
A large and varied complimentary English Breakfast is served each morning and offers hot and cold items and also vegetarian items.
A1 Summerville is located close to many attractions including Metrocentre, Quayside, Tyne Bridge, BALTIC Centre for the Arts, Gateshead Millennium Bridge, St. James's Park, The Metro Radio Arena and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Homely rooms and facilities praised
Reviewers frequently praised the straightforward but homely rooms, describing them as well-cleaned and comfortable. Many guests found it appealing that there were rooms at various price points with some having en suite bathrooms while cheaper ones had shared facilities. Visitors also liked the cosy guest lounge with free Wi-Fi access.
positive:
Tranquil location with good road links
This guest house's location in a quiet residential area with good road links nearby appealed to motorists in particular as it was only about five minutes' drive from the A1. It was also a short drive from area attractions like the iconic Angel of the North sculpture and shopping options like the Metrocentre plus sports venues and Gateshead and Newcastle upon Tyne city centres.
positive:
Friendly welcome and lovely breakfasts
According to many visitors, this small guest house benefited from service with a personal touch provided by friendly and welcoming hosts who had plenty of local knowledge to share. Diners said they enjoyed the freshly-prepared and delicious home-made breakfasts with options for everyone including full English and continental options plus Craster kippers, a local speciality.
Negative Reviews
negative:
Occasional criticism of rooms
A few critics suggested the rooms at A1 Summerville Guest House had a slightly dated feel and would benefit from being given a more contemporary look. There were also claims that certain rooms were a little cramped.
negative:
Reports of nuisance noise
There were occasional reports from light sleepers that noise from connecting rooms sometimes travelled too easily though thin walls.
negative:
Suburban location wasn't ideal for non-drivers
Some guests felt the location was a little out-of-the-way for non-motorists as it was in a residential area on the southern side of the Tyne Valley and off the Metro network. However, there were bus stops nearby for easy trips to Newcastle city centre.