Title: Sandgate Travel Guide: Best of Sandgate, Folkestone Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sandgate](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandgate-Hotels.d553248634834284132.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Sandgate](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandgate-Holiday-Rentals.d553248634834284132.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Sandgate Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sandgate.d553248634834284132.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sandgate Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sandgate.d553248634834284132.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sandgate Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Very windy and stormy weather, but also very dramatic.... ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/ba8eb655-02a7-4c23-99a4-93ac18749675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Very windy and stormy weather, but also very dramatic.... ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/ba8eb655-02a7-4c23-99a4-93ac18749675.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Folkestone Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/7ad77a2d-d576-4b21-8aa5-99f26d02e9f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/7ad77a2d-d576-4b21-8aa5-99f26d02e9f9.jpg) by [ilikeroti](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4638688?with_photo_id=100314463) ([Creative Commons Attribution 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ![The beach at Sandgate](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/6ee2d94f-2787-4808-9268-c013f85f382f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sandgate Things to do - Top hotels in Sandgate - Top Holiday Rentals in Sandgate ![Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9200/9108/3722ea9c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf Princes Parade Hythe England £59 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,089 reviews) Check in was good and pleased with the room. What needs to improve is the breakfast and staff. Welcome staff hiding round the corner on phone. After asking did not tell us how breakfast worked. Several staff not doing alot, even when the coffee machine broke and would not manually make tea coffee! ... Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=9108&PinnedHotelID=9108&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834284132) ![Hampton by Hilton Canterbury](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66550000/66541300/66541221/56baea9e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton by Hilton Canterbury 7 St. Margaret's Street Canterbury England £70 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews) Nice stay as usual. Bit disappointed to see urine stains around base of wc in my room. Certainly not what I expect to see again!!! Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=66541221&PinnedHotelID=66541221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834284132) ![The Falstaff Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/75300/75259/1b1005f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Falstaff Hotel 8-10 St Dunstan Street Kent Canterbury England £80 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Canterbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Very clean comfy room, lovely staff and great breakfast Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=75259&PinnedHotelID=75259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634834284132) [See all 1,746 properties in Sandgate](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248634834284132) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![The Clarendon Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100930000/100924800/100924766/3792ebb5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Clarendon Hotel 51 - 53 Beach St Deal England Stay at this beach aparthotel in Deal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Deal Pier and Astor Theatre are located ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (104 reviews) Spot on Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Deal-Hotels-The-Clarendon-Hotel.h100924766.Hotel-Information) ![Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40110000/40101600/40101599/f78f8074_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pinewood Camping Pods - At Port Lympne Reserve Port Lympne Reserve Hythe England Stay at this campsite in Hythe. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Port Lympne Wild Animal ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews) Had a great stay for my son's birthday Lots of walking, lots of animals and lots of memories. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Pinewood-Apinall-Foundation.h40101599.Hotel-Information) ![House - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110160000/110159100/110159090/92f759b8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### House - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking Ashford England Stay at this residence in Ashford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ashford Golf Club and Cineworld Ashford are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Cosy-Retreat-In-Ashford-Great-Location.h110159090.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Sandgate](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248634834284132&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sandgate hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248634834284132&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Part of the Triennial Art ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/2d48fe59-a16b-4427-a3b4-016d8ea8bd8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Folkestone Beach 4/5(3 reviews) If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Folkestone Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Folkestone. Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Beach-Folkestone.d6091991.Attraction) ![Photo taken from the beach opposite the harbour arm. Very little editing. Beautiful sunrise and location.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/422eafc0-7c23-4945-bf06-a94f4555aacd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Folkestone Harbour 4/5(45 reviews) Explore the waterfront in Folkestone with a trip to Folkestone Harbour. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Harbour-Folkestone.d6259521.Attraction) ![Lovely peace sign made of cloth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/78382f3b-7020-4899-a640-9e3129d024c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leas Cliff Hall 4/5(31 reviews) Leas Cliff Hall is just one of the places to see in Folkestone, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's waterfront and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Leas-Cliff-Hall-Folkestone.d6245084.Attraction) ![The Memorial Wall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6280246/3683311b-7896-4df7-94a6-3fde9178fb6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Battle of Britain Memorial Learn about the local history of Capel-le-Ferne when you spend time at Battle of Britain Memorial. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Battle-Of-Britain-Memorial-Folkestone.d6280246.Attraction) ![Lovely peace sign made of cloth](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/78382f3b-7020-4899-a640-9e3129d024c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lower Leas Coastal Park Explore the great outdoors at Lower Leas Coastal Park, a lovely green space in Folkestone. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lower-Leas-Coastal-Park-Folkestone.d6169927.Attraction) #### Etchinghill Golf Enjoy a round of golf in Lyminge at Etchinghill Golf. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its waterfront. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Etchinghill-Golf-Folkestone.d553248621532508885.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dover Castle Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5090974/689e7cea-be25-465e-8545-7c32f4c49b46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dover Castle Admission Ticket £10 per traveller **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dover-castle-admission-ticket.a5090974.activity-details) ![Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Tour with Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/361702/02e675c1-ccfe-498c-9341-07cc6e341893.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leeds Castle, Canterbury & Dover Guided Tour from London £105 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leeds-castle.a361702.activity-details) ![front exterior of Leeds Castle in Kent, England](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/169909/38146ad8-8de3-4e55-883c-d575d1eaaee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Leeds Castle, Canterbury, Dover & Greenwich Boat Ride £119 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/leeds-castle.a169909.activity-details) [See all activities in Sandgate](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sandgate.d553248634834284132.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sandgate ![0_157864322](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4640/965919bd-1f25-4081-8578-f0e12475a603.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Folkestone ![Hythe which includes a church or cathedral, a cemetery and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6310907/d2c63f71-d0e3-4a10-a141-a8ff76e4d693.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hythe ![Down the valley towards a Kent designated woodland habitat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000742625/df665237-b12b-48f4-a72d-20e8e9b45e62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Carol Rose](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/13573) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Seabrook - Cities near Sandgate - Places of interest [Folkestone](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone.dx4640)[Hythe](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe.dx4666)[Seabrook](https://expedia.co.uk/Seabrook.dx3000742625) - [White Cliffs of Dover ](https://expedia.co.uk/White-Cliffs-Of-Dover-Dover.d6259515.Attraction) - [Canterbury Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Cathedral-Canterbury.d6091945.Attraction) - [Dover Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Castle-Dover.d6091971.Attraction) - [Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Western-Docks-Cruise-Terminal-Dover.d6129005.Attraction) - [Camber Sands ](https://expedia.co.uk/Camber-Sands-Rye.d6142776.Attraction) - [Port Lympne Wild Animal Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Lympne-Wild-Animal-Park-Hythe.d553248621532508807.Attraction) - [University of Kent ](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Kent-Canterbury.d6091961.Attraction) - [Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Eastern-Docks-Ferry-Terminal-Dover.d6129001.Attraction) - [Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Port-Lympne-Wild-Animal-Park-And-Gardens-Hythe.d6244997.Attraction) - [Folkestone Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Beach-Folkestone.d6091991.Attraction) - [Deal Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Deal-Beach-England.d6280555.Attraction) - [Folkestone Harbour ](https://expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Harbour-Folkestone.d6259521.Attraction) - [Royal St George's Golf Club ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-St-Georges-Golf-Club-Sandwich.d6091987.Attraction) - [High Weald ](https://expedia.co.uk/High-Weald-England.d553248621593909785.Attraction) - [Dover Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dover-Beach-Dover.d6260663.Attraction) - [Marlowe Theatre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marlowe-Theatre-Canterbury.d6091959.Attraction) - [Ashford Designer Outlet ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Designer-Outlet-Ashford.d6279822.Attraction) - [Howletts Wild Animal Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Howletts-Wild-Animal-Park-Canterbury.d6169952.Attraction) - [Wingham Wildlife Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wingham-Wildlife-Park-Canterbury.d6259530.Attraction) - [Lympne Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lympne-Castle-Hythe.d6244979.Attraction) - [Leas Cliff Hall ](https://expedia.co.uk/Leas-Cliff-Hall-Folkestone.d6245084.Attraction) - [Gusbourne Estate Winery ](https://expedia.co.uk/Gusbourne-Estate-Winery-Ashford.d553248635998085790.Attraction) - [Westgate Gardens ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Gardens-Canterbury.d6267797.Attraction) - [Hythe Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Beach-Hythe.d6091993.Attraction) - [St Margaret's Bay Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Margarets-Bay-Beach-Dover.d553248621532508891.Attraction) - [Canterbury Christ Church University ](https://expedia.co.uk/Canterbury-Christ-Church-University-Canterbury.d6091967.Attraction) - [Westgate Gardens and Towers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Westgate-Gardens-And-Towers-Canterbury.d6091957.Attraction) - [Kent Downs ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kent-Downs-England.d553248635997933785.Attraction) - [Lydden Hill Race Circuit ](https://expedia.co.uk/Lydden-Hill-Race-Circuit-Canterbury.d6244971.Attraction) - 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