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The Southcliff Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Reception
Located by the sea, Southcliff Hotel offers a scenic retreat with 9 holes of golf and a charming terrace. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking, luggage storage, outdoor furniture, banquet hall amenities for events and meetings.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is £57
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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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

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 65 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

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

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, City View

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

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, City View

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Pet friendly
  • 183 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
22-26 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DY

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
  • ‪Butty's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Rosemont - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Southcliff Hotel

Hotel by the sea
The Southcliff Hotel provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property, outdoor furniture and a lift
  • A banquet hall and meeting rooms
Room features
All 68 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and baths or showers
  • 22-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1865
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 22-inch LCD TV with digital channels

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
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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self-parking fee: GBP 7 per day
  • 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
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-authorise 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the 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

Is The Southcliff Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. 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 The Southcliff Hotel?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Southcliff Hotel on 21 Sept 2025 start from £57.38, 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 The Southcliff Hotel?

Self-parking is available for GBP 7 per day.

What time is check-in at The Southcliff Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Southcliff Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Southcliff Hotel located?

Located in Folkestone, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre and within a 5-minute walk of Lower Leas Coastal Park and Leas Cliff Hall. Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe and Leas Lift are also within 10 minutes. Folkestone Central Station is 11 minutes by foot and Folkestone Harbour Station is 17 minutes.

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Reviews

The Southcliff Hotel Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

6.6

Eco-friendliness

6.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 992 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 992 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 226 out of 992 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 119 out of 992 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 992 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kris

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

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice stay at this wonderful hotel A caring ethic which to me is so important these days The cleanliness is amazing and the reassurance of a reception that is manned throughout the night Any needs met at a very competitive cost And not forgetting wonderful sea views and it’s right near a fantastic theatre and local dining - hairdressers- the Knott who are very Green which is great and local Tesco All needs met basically with 100yards The hotel is very reasonable and if you want a lovely meal - the Voco an IHG hotel is metres away Enjoy your stay
The South Cliff Hotel Folkestone
A warm welcome with lovely views
Comfortable and recommended
A lovely bar Excellent staff service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Wendy

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The mattress was a joke strings in your back. Need to be slung away.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

M.J.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple, but clean hotel at very reasonable price. Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Nazratun

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

Family weekend stay

Excellent location and great value for the price paid. Old building but very tidy and polite and friendly staff. Lovely sea view from the window and room was very spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

6/10 Okay

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Jozef

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

10/10 Excellent

Gail

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

4/10 Poor

Pamela

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

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly helpful staff. No breakfast available as yet, but guided to alternatives. Needs sweetners in the room for diabetics (coffeee/tea) Would stay again for business meetings
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shelly

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

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

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
Lady very helpful, pity the property is somewhat needing attention. Considering a lot of homeless people are currently living there which is great for them and the property but is not necessarily conducive for travellers.
Stayed 1 night in May 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

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

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