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OYO The Southcliff Hotel

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

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Stylish row houses with balconies and ornate railings line a charming street.
Relax in this stylish living area with a leather sofa, piano, and fireplace.
Enjoy a casual drink at the bar with a selection of beverages and comfortable seating.
Enjoy a meal under the shade of large umbrellas at this waterfront restaurant.
Relax in a stylish room with a comfortable bed, flat-screen TV, and cozy seating area.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Compact)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

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

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds

  • 100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

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

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Standard Single Room | View from room

Standard Single Room

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

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Standard Double Room, Balcony | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 100 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Folkestone

Walk to 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
  • Lower Leas Coastal Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 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

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

About this property

OYO The Southcliff Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beach Folkestone hotel
As a guest of OYO 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
OYO 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.

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 11 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
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 11 per day

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.
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.
    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
OYO The Southcliff Hotel Hotel
OYO The Southcliff Hotel Folkestone
OYO The Southcliff Hotel Hotel Folkestone

Frequently asked questions

Does OYO The Southcliff Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at OYO The Southcliff Hotel.

How close is OYO The Southcliff Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Sandgate Beach and 1.1 mi (7-min drive) from Folkestone Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does OYO The Southcliff Hotel offer free breakfast?

OYO The Southcliff Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 11 per day.

Does OYO The Southcliff Hotel have a pool?

OYO The Southcliff Hotel does not have a pool.

Does OYO The Southcliff Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is OYO The Southcliff Hotel to downtown Folkestone?

OYO The Southcliff Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Folkestone.

OYO The Southcliff Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 244 out of 969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 329 out of 969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 218 out of 969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 969 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Rafael

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Customer service great but no basic hot water

Unfortunately we have experienced a cold water so then the day after hot water so we could not have a shower at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jozef

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place for this price !!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Francesca

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not Impressed

Sadly this old hotel has not been restored to it former glory. It has had a refit to the interior.,the exterior is extremely run down. Our welcoming committee & they were. Was a set of long term residents seated outside a keypad locked reception door. Very sadly too as they openly shared with me. They were being housed in the hotel having fallen on hard times. (They were not asylum seekers) We paid a budget price so our expectations were not high. However the price paid was excessive. Given that this property is currently really a hostel. It is Not conducive at all with an overnight relaxing trip.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel room was clean, tidy and fresh looking. Rest of hotel looking its age and out dated. Took over half hour to locat a free parking spot in surrounding street
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Oleksandr

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
need to add parking space not as self parking
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Don’t let your initial vision put you off, the hotel looks very run down but is very clean and comfortable. We had a sea view which was nice however it also means you have the hotel front lighting shining through the curtains which isn’t ideal. We would stay again with more limited expectations.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfy but needs work

Friendly staff, clean room, very comfy bed. The outside looks delapidated and carpets in the passageways are old and a bit grubby. The lift was small and the lift doors could do with painting. The signage could do with updating. They are obviously trying to upgrade everything but the room could have had a new lampshade on the room light and pull string in the bathroom. The room wall table could do with a paint or restaining. The wardrobe internal shelf should be painted.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Jack

Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is in a very poor condition. Clearly lack of maintenance. It's run down and obvious hasn't been decorated for the past 30 years
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like living in a fridge !!!!!!! Despite putting heating on ten hours later still freezing Plumbing terrible
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

M

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Traveled with group
Lovely old building facing the sea, very quiet inside & outside, just 16 mins walk to town
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Stuart

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When booking this hotel, it looked lovely. Unfortunately on arrival, it was clear that the pictures on here were taken many years ago! The room was clean but there a lots of bodge jobs done in the room. We met a couple of the obviously long term lodgers, one of who was aggressive towards us! One a positive, the staff were cheery, friendly and helpful. A beautiful costal walk is on your doorstep and the hotel is very near to the venue we attended last night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

DEAN

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Functional

Basic functional hotel for a short overnight stay, hotel is clean on reflection ( towels bedding bathroom etc ) but it is aged and somewhat run down
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Not far from town parking was abit of a pain have to pay which it doesn’t save that on web and I paid extra for balcony but had no chairs to seat out there with was a shame
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Raymond

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel requires complete renovation. Desperately needed
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I been there two times now and didn’t get any problem and they even allowed dogs which is a bonus yes I recommend it’s really nice 5 stars
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darran

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

2/10 Terrible

Erdogan

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in building site, everywhere was dusty, inadequate shower, hallway sometimes no electricity due to building work. Marketing trick is photo of hotel and condition of hotel completely different, advert shows hotel but reality is building site. Also there is no parking space for the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Ivan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice hotel for us to meet up with family in town and not have to drive home. The staff were friendly and the room was clean, and had everything you needed. The view of the sea was a lovely way to wake up. I'm certain when all the refurbishment is complete and the dining options come back, that this is a hotel we will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Roberto

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Robert

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dont rush to go there!

This hotel made Faulty Towers look like the Ritz! The staff were fine and helpful and the concierge did his best, so no problems with him. To say it is run down is a massive understatement. We were down for a show at the Leas Cliff Hall nearby so location wise it was perfect as was its location generally. 5 mins from the town centre and on the cliff overlooking the sea. Inside though, grim. Tired, jaded and messy. Not so much messy as in dirty but untidy and worn and in the process of refurbishment and redecoration. The toilet leaked in the roomand we were offered two others of a similar standard albeit smaller. One had a constant flushing toilet, the other was just well, dire. Eventually were offered an upgrade to a larger room which was at the front of the hotel, so the view was lovely. The bed was awful, two pushed together to make one. One half was okish, the other half was sunken, probably broken and my wife and I ended up sleeping on the one half of the bed! The light didnt work so just a vanity light to wash and shower in. The shower itself was good though... The bare ares was ok, prices reasonable and a pool table and selection of exchange books to use. Decor from the 1820s and just generally tired, grubby and unkempt. The room itself and bedding etc was clean, which I suppose is the most important thing! I wouldnt recommend it even at the cheap price we paid. Other than the view from the front, (despite the scaffolding) which was really good, go elsewhere....
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024