The Cumberland Arms B&BvsHotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel Indigo Newcastle ranks slightly better than The Cumberland Arms B&B. Hotel Indigo Newcastle comes in at 78 with positive reviews from 2 reviewers like The Telegraph, Lonely Planet.
The Cumberland Arms B&B
 The Telegraph
James Place Street, Ouseburn, Newcastle upon Tyne NE6 1LD
From $62/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Free Parking
 - Breakfast in the room
 - Baggage storage
 - Flatscreen TV
 
8.0
 "The Cumberland Arms is a real-ale community pub in a stout Victorian building, situated in Newcastle’s coolest district." Full review
Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
 Lonely Planet
 The Telegraph
2-8 Fenkle Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5XU
From $76/night
- Bar/Lounge
 - Free Internet
 - Room Service
 - Laundry Service
 - Concierge
 - Restaurant
 
 "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)." 
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