Situated in an elegant 19th century building, the County Hotel is a stylish fusion of contemporary design and traditional features and warmth, creating the perfect place to stay on your trip to Newcastle. Just opposite the hotel you can find the Central Rail as well as the Bus Station for easy access around the city. For music fans, the O2 Academy and Metro Radio Arena are also both within a ten-minute walk of the hotel. Great shopping opportunities are close by including the MetroCentre and Eldon Square, while those looking for a spot of sightseeing could take a trip to Hadrian¿s Wall or the Centre for Life which is less than half a mile away. The hotel itself caters to both business and leisure guests with a variety of business facilities such as nine meeting rooms boasting air-conditioning and essential amenities. Guests can visit the cosy hotel bar for a drink or two in the evening, with its laid-back setting also catering to a business lunch. In the evening you can visit the Rendez Vous Restaurant for a choice of British and European dishes cooked in the open theatre kitchen. *Certain amenities may be payable locally.* *Official rating: 3**