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voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Folkestone Harbour

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine, garden views
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Suite, 1 King Bed
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
The Leas, Clifton Gardens, Folkestone, England, CT20 2EB
  • Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Folkestone Harbour
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Folkestone Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Double Bed (Cosy)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 1 Single Bed (Cosy)

Room, 1 Single Bed (Cosy)

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium Room, Multiple Beds

Premium Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room

Premium Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Folkestone

Heart of Folkestone.At this hotel, you'll be steps from Leas Cliff Hall and within a 15-minute walk of Folkestone Harbour. Folkestone Beach and Battle of Britain Memorial are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Leas Cliff Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sandgate Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Folkestone Harbour - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Folkestone Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Battle of Britain Memorial - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Folkestone Central Station - 11 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Papa's Fish & Chips - Sandgate Road - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Butty's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Radnor Arms - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gourmet Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

About this property

voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

3-star beach hotel near Folkestone Harbour
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1981 square feet (184 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG. A complete renovation of voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG was completed in January 2024.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1981 sq ft of conference space
  • 184 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1864
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 48-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Folkestone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Czech, English, Filipino, French, Hindi, Hungarian, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Ukrainian

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Highchair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 8 per day); discounts available
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 48-inch smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.00 per day (16 ft away)

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Clifton Hotel
Best Western Clifton Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone an IHG Hotel
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Folkestone
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Hotel Folkestone

voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, lovely clean hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, friendly staff, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were lovely especially the person who I assume is the restaurant manager, very friendly! Overall great hotel and very conveniently close to leas cliff hall.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie, Farragut

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Property is being updated.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lucy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant and bar staff were lovely and we enjoyed our meals there. Room was nice and the hotel was quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

demei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Very old hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

AnneMarieke, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quirky
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay
We had a wonderful comfortable stay here. Stayed for one night. We had a deluxe room. Immaculately clean. Comfortable. And had everything we needed. We used the bar to meet family. Very reasonable prices, and well stocked. All staff were happy and arrive with a smile
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay due to seeing a show at the Leas Cliff Theatre which is literally right next door. Parking was easy in the Council spaces opposite the Hotel £5 for 24hrs from 12 midday on arrival (ask at reception). The Hotel has changed hands in the last few weeks (Voc) and we were pleasantly surprised at the interior and quality of furnishings/ Decoration and our room (404)was lovely, quiet with a panoramic Sea View, clean with quality bedding, comfy bed , walk in shower and an individual feel. Accessed by a small lift which was fine once you get used to it ! All the staff were friendly and welcoming, the bar had a relaxed feel and we did have good quality Bar snacks and drinks. Breakfast was above average with plenty of choice and good coffee. Would highly recommend and will return .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rude lady but perfect place.
The manager at the breakfast hall is rude, Everybody else was spot on. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. The place is clean and well-managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overnight stay
We only stayed one night this time. Everywhere was clean and tidy. Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the decor and paintings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Derrick

Nice hotel
This was an anniversary trip. The Hotel has changed names so we had trouble in finding it and is also currently being renovated so had to juggle with builders/decorators around the hotel. Our room was on top floor (4th) one tiny lift, on that floor the corridors are narrow. Room was newly decorated as was the bathroom. We found the bed to be a small double. The room did have a mini fridge. The restaurant for us was good food and breakfast was help yourself buffet. We came by car and as the hotel doesn’t have its own car park we paid £10 for our 2 day’s stay for permit parking on the street, which couldn’t be guaranteed you’d get a place again if you returned from going out for the day. Once all the renovations are finished it’ll be a lovely hotel, the only thing that’ll stop us returning is the car parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully refurbished hotel, now called VOCO. Staff so helpful and friendly. Hotel ideally placed for an easy walk along the cliff promenade or a short walk down to the harbour. Excellent restaurant in the hotel for evening meal and breakfast, others available within 10 minute walk. A good base to explore Dover and the other Cinque Ports. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Amenities
Very well refurbished hotel with lovely staff. Breakfast was good. Shower opening was a little tight and aircon control difficult to master
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Still getting work done in hotel but room very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Amara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed in a quiet room on the 3rd floor facing the courtyard so it was super quiet which I appreciated. Friendly staff, shout out to Maj who ran the dining area - always welcoming and provided excellent service.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice comfortable beds and front staff
Lovely front staff - bed was very comfortable and the pillows , nice view of the sea - Costa coffee shop in the lobby - renovation work not the best craftsman , but recently renovated .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

HUGO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicely restored with warm feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024