The Grotto has a private beach area, terrace, a restaurant and bar in South Shields. The property is located 1.7 miles from Sandhaven Beach, 5.7 miles from Stadium of Light and 11 miles from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. Newcastle Train Station is 11 miles from the inn and Northumbria University is 11 miles away. The Sage is 11 miles from the inn, while Theatre Royal is 11 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 16 miles away.