Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel in Folkestone with free breakfast and business centre

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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel

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Point of interest
Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, dinner served; international cuisine, al fresco dining
Reception

Overview of Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The price is £59
Price available on 25/3/2024

Explore the area

Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN
  • Popular LocationLeas Promenade5 min drive
  • Popular LocationKent Battle of Britain Museum6 min drive
  • Popular LocationEtchinghill Golf6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDover Priory Station16 min drive
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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
In-room safe
  • 205 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Folkestone

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel is located in Folkestone. Folkestone Harbour and Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Hythe Beach and Folkestone Beach. Leas Cliff Hall and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended.

What's nearby

  • Leas Cliff Hall - 7 min drive
  • Folkestone Harbour - 7 min drive
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 8 min drive
  • Hythe Beach - 8 min drive
  • Folkestone Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Hythe Sandling Station - 6 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tesco Cafe - Folkestone - 7 min walk
  • Lemon Leaf Restaurant & Bar - 3 min drive
  • Basils - 3 min drive
  • Britannia Inn - 19 min walk
  • The Royal Cheriton - 3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel

Hotel near Leas Cliff Hall
Located close to Folkestone Harbour and Folkestone Beach, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a bar. The on-site bistro, The Great Room, features international cuisine and al fresco dining. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A computer station, a front desk safe and coworking spaces
  • 4 meeting rooms, a vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 100 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Children's books, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Bulgarian, English, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Welsh

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 4 floors
  • Building
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed for New Year's Eve:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel?

As of 19 Mar 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel on 25 Mar 2024 start from £58.66, 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 much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel located?

Situated in Folkestone, this hotel is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Leas Cliff Hall, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hythe Beach and Folkestone Harbour. Folkestone Beach and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens are also within 9 mi (15 km). Folkestone Eurotunnel Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel, an IHG Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 517 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 357 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 87 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay pre Chunnel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and service.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

PETER

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is dog friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faiza

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Ideal hotel and great room. Shame there isn't a way for guests to inform what time they expect to leave and group them together. Was rudely awaken at 5am by a noisy family in the room next door getting up and leaving.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You could not get a better hotel that accepts dogs, very close to the motorway for those that are travelling on to a different county
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julia D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good stay
All good except steep stairs to loft
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal travellers rest
Excellent service. We were given early check in and offered coffee while we waited. Very handy for Eurotunnel and Ferries. Good breakfast and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
2.5