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The Southcliff Hotel

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

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

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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

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
  • 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

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chambers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosemont - ‬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

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 Oct 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Southcliff Hotel on Oct 26, 2025 start from $48.74, 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. 253 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 225 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 1000 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Robert E DAVIES

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room had been refurbished to a high standard. The staff were very helpful & nothing was too much trouble.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location close to town centre and beach. Room was basic but sufficient if it's just somewhere to sleep,as it was for us. Only problem was the shower which took a while to get up speed. Had to lay shower head in the tray to get full flow!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Southcliff has a great location high above the beach. I got a great view of a massive thunderstorm over France. It also has a smallish lift (elevator) to all floors. My ensuite bathroom room was small but adequate. The window was difficult to open (and keep open). Two electrical outlets are not enough in the 21st century.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelly

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place needs work. Not clean. The water is very hot and cannot be adjusted
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mark

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awful - This is why it is so cheap

Really sorry to say this but this place is a dump! Windows don't open, no AC, dirty bed sheets, shower was awful and leaked, bed was rock hard, pillows tiny and gave me a really sore neck, awful smell, dodgy lift, huge piles of dirt and rubbish out the front, really noisy at night (hearing "call to prayer" multiple times through the night from residents upstairs"). I would never stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I don’t like to give negative reviews but this place was very run down and could do with a big renovation. The bathroom was grubby and dated, the furniture was dated. If felt like I was in the 80’s again. We were meant to stay 2 nights but only ended up staying for one because it wasn’t a pleasant place to stay. The only positive thing I could say is that the location was good and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been many times in the past however not for the last 4 or 5 years. Was nice to see it hasnt changed too much and still old school quirky. Nice fresh paint in the rooms. Only disapointment was we had a sea view room above entrance. People outside talking at 5:30 am quite loudly. Which woke us up.Will come back again but not in a room directly above reception.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

miss

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Having work done at hotel so couldn't get a breakfast. Room was ok had to ask for someone to close windows .it was easy to reach were I was going so not to bad
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Vicky

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

revolution tv

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everthing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overnight stay only. Extremely dated and room and bathroom needed major update. Bed however was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025