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Westward Ho Hotel

2.5 star property
Beach hotel near Folkestone Harbour

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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13, Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, England, CT20 2EL
  • Place, Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Harbour
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

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9.6 out of 10
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  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • City view
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • Sea view
  • 139 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Folkestone

Close to the beach.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Leas Cliff Hall and 2 miles (3 km) of Folkestone Harbour with a stay here. Folkestone Beach is within 2 miles (3 km) and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Lower Leas Coastal Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sandgate Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leas Cliff Hall - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Folkestone Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Folkestone Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Folkestone Central Station - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Papas Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Juicius - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Chambers - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Radnor Arms - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Westward Ho Hotel

Beach hotel near Folkestone Harbour
As a guest of Westward Ho Hotel, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Parking is available for a fee.

This Folkestone hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Westward Ho Hotel offers 13 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (GBP 6.20 per night)
  • Secured self parking on site (GBP 8 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (37 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 11 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; 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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 10.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.0 per night.

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 continental breakfast: approximately GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • Secured self parking fee: GBP 8 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 6.20 per night (6 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 10.0 per stay

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
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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Westward Ho Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Westward Ho Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at Westward Ho Hotel?

As of Jun 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Westward Ho Hotel on Jun 9, 2026 start from $77, 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.

How close is Westward Ho Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 7-minute walk from Sandgate Beach and 1.2 mi (7-min drive) from Folkestone Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Westward Ho Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Westward Ho Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 6 for adults and GBP 6 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Westward Ho Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Westward Ho Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Westward Ho Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 8 per night.

Does Westward Ho Hotel have a pool?

Westward Ho Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Westward Ho Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Westward Ho Hotel to downtown Folkestone?

Westward Ho Hotel is 0.5 mi away from Folkestone.

Westward Ho Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 177 out of 426 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 426 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 426 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 426 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 426 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruno

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great clean room, comfortable beds, kind staff. We loved our stay at Westward Ho Hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely friendly staff and breakfast was great, looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money, staff polite friendly, really good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edwards

Always a great option when visiting Folkestone!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and a great view of the sea. Large room for five and worth it for an overnight stay for an early tunnel crossing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was really good and staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed there several times now, nicely positioned from town 😎 great value 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely litte hotel in nice area. Family owned, very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

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

Friendly, welcoming, good accommodation

Friendly welcoming staff, bright, clean room, with lovely view. Great location for Le Shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gage Kyle David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location lovely staff clean and welcoming. The only downside it has the creakiest beds imaginable, bring some tools and WD-40.very little sleep achieved
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect hotel and host.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with a sea view. Comfortable bed. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Disneyland trip

Room was clean and well.kept, breakfast was good and nice coffee with a Gluten free cereal. Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominic

Great value , good location and breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Gareth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Served a purpose but very old fashioned room however it was cheap, parking ok at the right time of day
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to the sea. Saggy uncomfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
5 person room with a great view was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would stay at this property again. It was very comfortable and clean. We were able to walk to a very nice restaurant and a beautiful park. The staff were very friendly and check in was easy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay at the Westwood Ho! Fantastic staff and hotel, easy booking and check in. Would highly recommend ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Nice stay

Easy to find from the directions, well placed and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, beautiful sea view and good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a great little hotel, even more so considering the price we paid, super helpful and very polite
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean really friendly staff. Great rooms with the extra touch of care.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Bed an Breakfast, situated beautifully beside the Beach with a stunning view of the Sea.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024