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The Norton

1.0 star property
Beach hostel near Seaton Carew Beach

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Family Triple Room, City View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Reception
20-inch Smart TV with digital channels
Standard Twin Room, Sea View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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1 The Green Seaton Carew, Hartlepool, England, TS25 1AR
  • Place, Seaton Carew Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, North York Moors National Park
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Sea View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Sea View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room, Sea View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Triple Room, City View | Down comforters, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Family Triple Room, City View

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Hartlepool

Walk to the beach.At this Hartlepool hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Seaton Carew Beach and 12 miles (20 km) of University Hospital of North Tees. Wynyard Woodland Park is within 12 miles (20 km) and Teesside University is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Seaton Carew Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Teesside University - 26 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Riverside Stadium - 29 min drive - 15.7 miles
  • Durham University - 37 min drive - 26.8 miles
  • North York Moors National Park - 44 min drive - 27.3 miles

Getting around

  • Seaton Carew Station - 14 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Travellers Rest - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Almighty Cod - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Greensides - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Stag And Monkey - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Norton

Beach hostel near Seaton Carew Beach
As a guest of The Norton, you'll find laundry facilities and a television in a common area. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Hartlepool hostel is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
The Norton offers 23 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 20-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Hartlepool hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 20-inch smart TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 5
Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between 11:30 AM and noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 5

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - noon
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: GBP 5 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: GBP 5 for check-in between 11:30 AM and noon
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 5 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

TheNorton Hotel
The Norton Hartlepool
The Norton Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
The Norton Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hartlepool

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Norton to the airport?

The Norton is 21 mi (33-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Norton?

As of Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Norton on Jun 26, 2026 start from $104, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Norton have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Norton.

How close is The Norton to the beach?

This hostel is a short 2-minute walk from Seaton Carew Beach and 1.8 mi (6-min drive) from North Gare Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Norton offer free breakfast?

The Norton does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Norton?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at The Norton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs GBP 5 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Norton?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does The Norton have a pool?

The Norton does not have a pool.

Does The Norton have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The Norton to downtown Hartlepool?

The Norton is 0.2 mi away from Seaton Carew.

The Norton Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sea views was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fine, price ok near amenities 😃
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place lovely people thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fine facility for 1 night stay

fine for 1 night business stay. bonus bottles of water and biscuits
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great sea view room. Comfy bed. Represented great value for money. Contactless reception with code access is a little inconvenient, especially for work travellers like myself. Carrying mini suitcase, laptop bag etc. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
All good except for a terrible smell from the bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Clean tidy room with comfortable beds, all pretty basic but fine for the night. Communication was really good. Codes for doors worked well. Only issue was a wobbly loo seat!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay at The Notton

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024