In the heart of Sunderland, Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre offers a vibrant retreat. Unwind at the gym or enjoy a coffee in the cafe, and connect with high-speed WiFi. With a 24-hour business center and multilingual staff, this hotel near Stadium of Light is perfect for work and leisure.
Enjoy your visit to Sunderland with a stay at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG. After getting a workout at the fitness center, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: University Station is 9 minutes and Park Lane Station is 10 minutes.
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.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Working away
24-hour business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch LED TV
Satellite TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15 per person
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 50.0 per night
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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.
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
Does Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?
You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Genting Casino Newcastle (19-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG is in Sunderland City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from University Station and 5 minutes' walk from Sunderland Empire.
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Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was very good with plenty of options and freshly cooked food. (18 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2025
Great hotel
Great hotel with big rooms and super comfortable beds. Loved my stay!
Adriana
Adriana, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 2, 2025
IHG Sunderland
Clean comfortable room and excellent breakfast.
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Very pleasant night stay
Graeme
Graeme, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 21, 2024
Excellent hotel
Excellent value for money hotel. Great location.
BERNARD
BERNARD, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 26, 2025
Always my goto in Sunderland. Nice big room, nice big tv, great breakfast and the friendliest staff ever.
Steven
Steven, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 31, 2024
Family get together and a perfect venue
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Great hotel very good location. Breakfast was lovely!
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
A Perfect Stay
Great location and fantastic views of Keel Square. Large room, super clean. Very friendly staff. Not one issue to raise. A perfect stay. Thank you.
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2025
Very good hotel
this hotel is very nice. The staff is also friendly. If there is a fridge, it is better.
Miki
Miki, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
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.
Jamie
Jamie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 27, 2024
Great location
Great location, nice modern hotel. Stayed a couple of times and will study again.
Friendly helpful staff.
Isla
Isla, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 2, 2025
Comfortable modern rooms. Clean & equipped with everything needed. Would recommend and would definitely stay there again.
Alison
Alison, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Perfect
Adam
Adam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
So good we will be back
Exceptionally clean and well appointed rooms. Very helpful staff and the breakfast was very good
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2024
Quiet pleasant stay
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Superb location to town center and theatres and 5 mins from Sunderland fc.
Excellent staff and rooms were clean
Would recommend
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 23, 2024
Wonderful friendly staff. Great place to stay.
Diana
Diana, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 3, 2024
It was a great experience and nice Inn
Ebenezer
Ebenezer, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 13, 2024
Great hotel. Room was spacious and comfortable and staff were very friendly. Would recommend.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2025
Lvely: Spot on
good location close to bars restaurants theatre rail and bus services
Large comfy bed and room very spacious rm 239 queen
Excellent breakfast good products not dry or cold like some places Im not usually full english person but have to comment on flavoursome mushrooms black pudding and sausage
Staff helpful friendly and seem proud of their place of work
definetly recommend and would stay again
Geoff
Geoff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2025
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.
Mariann
Mariann, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 26, 2024
Comfortable hotel
Comfortable hotel in a good Central location for a fair price
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
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 …
Angela
Angela, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2024
Clean
Central
A little simple
naveed
naveed, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
The young man at check was so friendly and checked us in quickly and efficiently .