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Albatross Hostel vs Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel

Both hotels are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Albatross Hostel is preferred by most writers compared to Hotel Indigo Newcastle. Albatross Hostel ranks #2 in Newcastle upon Tyne with approval from 3 sources like The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Rough Guide.

Albatross Hostel
Albatross Hostel
8 / 10
51 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5JE
From $19 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Laundry Service
  • Laundy Room
  • Kitchenette
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"This award-winning 170-bed backpackers’ hostel has a variety of clean and modern dorms, from 2-bed to 12-bed, and isn’t far from the town centre."
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Clean, fully equipped hostel with decent-sized dorms and a self-catering kitchen. There's even a small car park."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A cheap and cheery, brightly coloured hostel with predominantly dorm accommodation plus shared bathrooms." Full review
Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
8 / 10
2-8 Fenkle Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5XU
From $76 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Clean lines and pristine rooms equipped with all mod cons, including rainfall showers and a 'media station' (which really means somewhere to charge and play your iGear)."
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A boutique, 148-room, chain hotel sounds unlikely. But Hotel Indigo makes a pretty good attempt with its bold colours, over-size photographs and relaxed atmosphere." Full review