The Royal Station Hotel in Newcastle city centre, which first opened in 1850, once served as a magnet for showbiz elite, with sporting hero Muhammad Ali and Italian Job and Get Carter legend Michael Caine among those who checked in.
Located on Neville Street, just steps from Central Station, the hotel has welcomed a string of famous guests over its 176-year history. Alongside boxer Muhammad Ali and actor Sir Michael Caine, other celebrities who have stayed include comedy double act Laurel & Hardy, two-time Oscar winner Laurence Olivier, and nominee Richard Burton.
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The hotel also hosted Hollywood starlet Jane Russell, as well as Fawlty Towers' John Cleese and Forces' sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn. These visits came decades before the hotel's more recent celebrity connections.
In recent years, the Royal Station has been the venue for Geordie Shore star Chloe Ferry's 30th birthday in 2025, with guests including Love Island star Liberty Poole, Wayne Lineker, DJ Tom Zanetti, and Katie Price, who serenaded attendees with a few songs.
Continuing Celebrity Connections
The hotel remains busy and still attracts famous visitors, with Geordie Shore stars, a superstar DJ, and Katie Price partying there over recent years. Newcastle's hosting of major events, including the MOBO Awards, Mercury Prize, and Champions League fixtures, has kept the city—and its hotels—in the spotlight.
The Royal Station Hotel's long-running status in the city centre ensures it remains a notable venue for both historic and contemporary celebrity visits.
