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The Southcliff Hotel

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Folkestone hotel

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Bar (on property)
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Reception

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

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22-26 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DY
  • Place, Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Harbour
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

  • 129 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room

  • 65 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, City View

  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Folkestone

On the beach.Your stay at this hotel will put you steps from Leas Cliff Hall and a 5-minute walk from Lower Leas Coastal Park. Leas Lift and Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Leas Cliff Hall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Leas Lift - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sandgate Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Folkestone Harbour - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Folkestone Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Folkestone Central Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chambers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sunshine Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Papas Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Southcliff Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Folkestone hotel
As a guest of The Southcliff Hotel, you'll find a terrace, express check-out, and an elevator. Public spaces have free WiFi. For a fee, parking is available.

This Victorian Folkestone hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 68 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1865
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
The Southcliff Hotel offers 68 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. 22-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. This Folkestone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 7 per day)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 1 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 1 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 7 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Southcliff Folkestone
Southcliff Hotel
Southcliff Hotel Folkestone
The Southcliff Folkestone, Kent, UK
The Southcliff Hotel Folkestone
Southcliff Hotel Folkestone
The Southcliff
The Southcliff Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does The Southcliff Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Southcliff Hotel.

How much does it cost to stay at The Southcliff Hotel?

As of Dec 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Southcliff Hotel on Dec 30, 2025 start from $70.06, excluding 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 The Southcliff Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Southcliff Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Southcliff Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Southcliff Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Southcliff Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Southcliff Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 7 per day.

Does The Southcliff Hotel have a pool?

The Southcliff Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Southcliff Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Southcliff Hotel to downtown Folkestone?

The Southcliff Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Folkestone.

The Southcliff Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 117 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Ray

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room needs updating new carpet and a li
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Be aware

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, and relativy inexpensive. But, there were several issues;
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Glynis

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
It was an older hotel with character.. Floors a little creaky and other residents very noisy the first night . Staff we very welcoming and helpful during our stay . We had a very basic room but comfortable enough good shower and extra pillow given upon request. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

dfas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and helpful, but the front of the building was shabby and the photo online was nothing like the live version. There were no mixer taps in the sink in the very small bathroom.the shower screen needed Double DD40 for it to slide properly and the balcony was dirty and should be swept. Refurbishment is needed, apart from that, the hotel is in a lovely location, and if it is renovated i would certainly book again, and so say all of us in our group that booked
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cheap and cheerful. Clean. Friendly helpful reception staff. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Ok for the money

Room was clean, staff pleasant however the room was very basic and shabby. Good value for 1 night but would not want to stay longer or would use in future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
I found the staff very kind, helpful and courteous
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kris

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely staff. An older hotel but clean and a lovely location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

steve

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Ok for a stop off before channel crossing
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Sydney H

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Leya

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with group
The hotel was ok for what we needed, 12 blokes on a golfing trip don't have sophisticated tastes. My biggest complaint was parking, on the first night we couldn't find anywhere to legally park within half a mile, but after about 7pm, we moved our cars right outside the hotel for free parking till 8.00 the next morning
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jolanta

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Samuel

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

Southcliffe

Great Staff- great hotel- Great area- will go again- very economical
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location

Good location with parking out front. Have still not returned my £30 “deposit” which I am not sure what was for.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Oliver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Perfect stopover before heading to Dover.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jon

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Helene, Upminster

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pushkar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Convenient place as a stop over for the shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would not recommend

At the start there was an unexpected deposit to pay of £60! We were initially given rooms that hadn’t been cleaned. Had to wait for new room key while the manager dealt with another complaint. Manager and receptionist had an argument in the lobby. Building was very dated, not seemingly in good condition. The rooms themselves were clean enough though tired & dated. Windows don’t stay open. There was a puddle on the bathroom floor. Would not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sudipta

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

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

This hotel is slowly being refurbished.

Hotel is under renovation (and probably has been for some time) so we didn't expect much. Parking can be a problem, but we managed to find a spot 100 yds away. Parking is free (but scarce) between 6pm and 8am. We arrived at 5.25pm so only had to pay until 6pm. Receptionist was a delight but seemed to be the only staff on duty - she doubled up as bartender. Lift ancient and cramped. Found our room on top floor but it hadn't yet had it's card key lock fitted, had to return to reception for physical key - receptionist full of apologies. Room was spotless and larger than we expected for a "compact double". Spacious bathroom and tea and coffee making. Bar was reasonably priced. We sat outside on the front terrace. View was great and it was surprisingly quiet apart from some aggresive Herring Gulls. A few building bits and pieces here and there. It would be churlish to criticise this hotel at the price they are charging. We stayed just one night before catching an early ferry. Stay again? Absolutely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025