When you stay at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Marco Pierre White Grill, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
The Leas, Clifton Gardens, Folkestone, England, CT20 2EB
What's nearby
Leas Cliff Hall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lower Leas Coastal Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Sandgate Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Folkestone Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Folkestone Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 89 min drive
Folkestone Central Station - 11 min walk
Folkestone Harbour Station - 20 min walk
Folkestone West Station - 23 min walk
Restaurants
The Bouverie Tap - 3 min walk
The Chambers - 5 min walk
Conchita's Mexican Restaurant - 4 min walk
Papa's Fish & Chips - Sandgate Road - 5 min walk
KFC - 5 min walk
About this property
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
When you stay at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. The bar is a great place to grab a drink, and guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Marco Pierre White Grill, which serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
78 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 16 ft (GBP 8.00 per day); discounts available
Street parking available
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Beach nearby
Fishing nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Conference space (1981 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Built in 1864
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Area rugs in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
48-inch Smart TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Highchair
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Local maps
Special features
Dining
Marco Pierre White Grill - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Ocean Bleu Bar & Lounge - Overlooking the ocean, this bar specializes in British cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.95 per person
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs GBP 8.00 per day (16 ft away)
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG?
Yes, Marco Pierre White Grill offers British cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG like?
Voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG is in the heart of Folkestone, a short 1-minute walk from Leas Cliff Hall and 9 minutes' walk from Sandgate Beach.
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voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Bed
Food
Bathroom
Restaurant
Ocean view
Bar
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its high standard, quality, and variety, with many guests enjoying the experience. (35 reviews)
The property is in a perfect location, very close to the beautiful beach. (4 reviews)
The air conditioning in the rooms was effective and greatly appreciated. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 8, 2025
Excellent stay
Very comfortable room, excellent restaurant, very welcoming, great location
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 26, 2025
Stayed here previously and staff happy to accommodate anything that is needed
Sharon
Sharon, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 3, 2025
Great stay
Had a really pleasant last minute stay. An issue with my booking was quickly sorted out. Breakfast was good. Service was excellent.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 17, 2025
Comfy and client but parking not secure
Comfy bed and very clean room. This hotel DOES NOT have in site parking. It’s on the road which should be a lot clearer when looking for secure parking for a car full of holiday gear
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 4, 2025
Very nice hotel
We had a really good time. The room was very clean and modern, had everything we needed. The food was delicious and staff was super friendly and helpful.
The hotel is in a perfect location and very close to the beach.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 19, 2025
Great location, friendly staff, we will come back again
Karina
Karina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 30, 2025
Not bad
Booked a 'cosy' room and it was a little on the snug side, but fine for one night. Dinner in the restaurant was a bit disappointing and as I checked out at 5am, I didn't have breakfast. Hotel is clean, modern and nicely located on the sea front but the reason for my low score: the service generally was woefully slow!
Alister
Alister, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2025
Lovely hotel
Lovely hotel, fabulous rooms, friendly check in staff and complimentary biscuits on arrival.
Parking not brilliant - managed to get the last spot. Not sure where else we would have gone.
Lift a bit weird - we used the stairs.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2025
Not great, not terrible
Can’t say it was the best hotel I stayed in. The hotel was going under a refurb and lack of sign posts to floors/rooms meant we kept getting lost.
Our room had no phone signal and couldn’t connect to the WiFi and the bathroom was very tiny (as someone who is 6ft3 I struggled in the bathroom and shower.
Nice location, nice hotel in general, friendly staff but probably wouldn’t stay here again.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 12, 2025
July stay at the Clifton
Hotel refurbished and updated to a very high standard. We were impressed at the cleanliness and eco-awareness at the hotel, together with helpful and attentive staff.
This was an all-too-short but very memorable stay.
David
David, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2025
Nice stay and would stay there again
Older Hotel which has been recently renovated. Rooms were very comfortable but would have liked the option of a queen bed. Only downside was air conditioning was a bit on the warm side even with the temperature turned down. We were able to open the window to let fresh air in. No onsite parking but there is street parking just outside and also a carpark just around the corner. Restaurant food was very good and the staff were excellent, very professional.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2025
Great hotel
Really good stay in a lovely hotel. Parking is difficult as the paid spaces are first come first served and not just for this hotel so is always busy . Would definately stay again though
colin Peter
colin Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Excellent
From the time we set foot in the hotel, we were met with a smile and a helpful attitude. The room was very spacious, clean and a beautiful sea view. The food was exceptional, and a wide variety of drinks.
PETER
PETER, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 19, 2025
Water damaged room
unable to accommodate us in the room we had booked, but given 2 single rooms and comp breakfast and drinks,
They did the best they could under the circumstances. Unfortunately our rooms were on the same floor but quite a way from one another, but for the one-night stay, it's no real problem
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Had a beautiful stay, easy check in , complimentary biscuits. Rooms extremely clean, bedding brilliantly clean. Long review on their website and very highly recommended.
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2025
Very good good position and great value breakfast and staff excellent
john
john, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 14, 2025
Very comfortable and clean
matthew
matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2025
Good, comfortable place to stay
Nice hotel - everything was good and as hoped! Would stay here again
Paul
Paul, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2025
#FAMILYTIME
stayed 1 night as meeting family for a meal/drinks in hythe,welcome warm and pleasant,smooth check-in,room lovely…esp bathroom,lovely and quiet room location
little disappointed the bar was closed at 22.50pm when we got back from our meal,but i would advise e’one to stay at this hotel…cant praise it enough
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 3, 2025
Nice place.
James
James, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Loved this
mj
mj, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2025
Lovely Hotel and excellent food
Lovely hotel, very smart with friendly greeting on arrival. Lovely and quiet, large room with great sea view, with air conditioning. Added bonus of Marco Pierre White Restaurant in the hotel, serving excellent food and comfy chairs in the bar. Lovely quality breakfast the next morning with garden views. Stress free night away with paid street parking nearby.
Jon
Jon, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 5, 2025
Lovely Hotel by The Sea
Stayed here several years ago when it was a Best Western. Been modernised and much better now.
Room was clean, new, spacious and quiet. Wifi worked fine.
We ate dinner in the restaurant which was good. Nice selection of steaks.
Colin
Colin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2025
We had a lovely stay. Staff friendly rooms comfy and plenty of choice for breakfast.
Easy walk to the harbour and sea front.
Will definitely stay again.