Newly Refurbished County Hotel is a 4-Star independent hotel that is located in the heart of Newcastle city center and opposite Newcastle’s Central Rail and Bus Station, this beautifully preserved 19th-century building is now a modern hotel. The O2 Academy and Metro Radio Arena are both within a 10-minute walk of County Hotel. With a flat-screen satellite TV, an in-room safe and tea/coffee making facilities, the rooms also have 24-hour room service available. Private bathrooms each feature an over bath shower and a hairdryer, with ironing facilities also available. Free high-speed WiFi is available throughout. The Hudson restaurant provides a range of British and international cuisine prepared with locally sourced ingredients. The relaxed lounge bar shows sports on large LCD TVs. The hotel offers on site gym facilities complimentary to hotel guests. County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle is just 10 minutes' walk from the restaurants, bars and theaters, as well as the vibrant Quayside area. St James' Park, home of Newcastle United FC, is a 10-minute walk away. The nearest airport is Newcastle Airport, 7.5 miles away.