The Southcliff Hotel

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
The Southcliff Hotel provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings and trees.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wooden dresser, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Sea View

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(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, desk, chair, television, and framed pictures on the wall.

Standard Double Room, Balcony, Sea View

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a small desk with a chair, a television, and a sign indicating a bathroom.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, City View

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Very good
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  • City view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a large mirror, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Single Room

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 6 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a television, and a window with red curtains.

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Folkestone, The Southcliff Hotel is in the city center and near the beach. Folkestone Harbour and Mercure Hythe Imperial Spa Naturel are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Leas Lift and Elham Valley Railway Museum. Russell Gardens and Brockhill Park Performing Arts College are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Folkestone travel guide
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22-26 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DY

What's nearby

  • A crocheted sign spelling "PEACE" with red and white flowers, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a view of the sea.
    Leas Cliff Hall
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A crocheted sign spelling "PEACE" with red and white flowers, set against a backdrop of a cloudy sky and a view of the sea.
    Lower Leas Coastal Park
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A pebbly beach with a clear sky, a rocky hillside, and buildings in the background.
    Sandgate Beach
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A lighthouse at dusk with a pink sky.
    Folkestone Harbour
    12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A bronze statue of a seated figure with a child on its lap, set against a backdrop of a large, open plaza with a series of arches in the distance.
    Folkestone Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

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
  • Sunshine Cafe
    5 min walk
  • The Radnor Arms
    4 min walk

About this property

The Southcliff Hotel

  • Hotel by the sea
  • The Southcliff Hotel provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and a banquet hall
    • Meeting rooms, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • An elevator
  • Room features
  • All 68 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
    • 22-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • 9-hole adjacent golf course

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1865
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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

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

We should mention

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

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 is parking?

The Southcliff Hotel doesn't offer parking.

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Southcliff Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Folkestone, this beach hotel is steps from Lower Leas Coastal Park and Leas Cliff Hall. Step Short Memorial Arch and Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe 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

7.4

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 268 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 219 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 63 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Clean room .very nice and friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was extremely good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A bit dated but fine staff were great. Fab view from our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, staff very helpful, balcony needs a lick of paint, no parking
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean with a beautiful sea view.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff. Perfect for a night before catching le shuttle to France.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wals were very thin I could hear the other person in the other room(not my room!) snoring!!!!! Also no air conditioning & the building needs some renovations staff was very pleasant & nice!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for a weekend of music on The Leas, nice balcony room with a sea view, no food but a well stocked bar, would recommend for a weekend stopover
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We stayed in room 105, it was clean, didn't see any cleaners over weekend stayed Fri - Mon , bed very comfortable, very small toilet shower room, no extractor, the shower could of done with a slide pole to avoid wetting hair, balcony small but sufficient to sit outside sea view, very hot in room, fan supplied in wardrobe, but only one spare plug socket, which was annoying charging phones drying hair, hairdryers available at reception, the staff are happy to give extra tea, coffee milk just ask. Don’t know about parking as got the train there, about 10 minutes walk to station, Good location not far from town, harbour, Saturday & Sunday free music at bandstand couple of minutes walk ( summertime) The place is an old building not the Crown Jewels but you get what you pay for, friendly staff , and a good stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean, lovely staff, tired decor but at the price it's tremendous
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Yes sea view clean room staff are friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony overlooking the sea was beautiful, it was so nice ti sit there in the evening and first thing in the morning. All the staff we met were absolutely lovely. Check in was quick and easy. Hotel is a bit dated. The ladies toilets by the bar were blocked but the gentleman working reception guarded the toilet door for the men's whilst my friend used it so she felt safe. The bed was really comfortable. I should have asked for an extra pillow as one wasnt enough for me, but this didnt spoil the stay. The room was a great size. Free toiletries smelt really nice. Close to town and the station. I would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I needed a cheap hotel close to the Dover Ferry, and this was both close and cheap. Somewhat shabby on the inside, but again, typically what you can expect on a low budget stay at a 2 star rated hotel. Room was ok, bathroom very rudimentary, the 1st floor hallway smelled booze/drunkenness. The receptionist was very kind and serviceminded. Location was very nice. All in all, I got what I paid for and can't complain on other than the smell in the hallway outside my room. Would stay there again if traveling cross the channel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is directly off the beach which makes it a prime location. However, the hotel is old and has no air conditioning. In addition, you need to ask for a fan and hair dryer at the front desk. This is not a modern hotel, so if that is what you are looking for, this is not the place. There is no free parking included with the hotel. You can find street parking and walk to the hotel. The views from the room were beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room.is always spotless and the staff are always accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a quick check in and out. Only downside would be the lack of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is obviously old but beautiful - in a great position. The staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful. We thought it was good value for money, and we would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good value, comfortable, clean room

Nice room with lovely sea view. Room very clean, comfortable bed. Just right for good value night away. Quiet area, easy walking distance of the old town and harbour.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for 2 nights after Christmas. The room was very clean, warm and comfortable. It was lovely and quiet. There is no car park but the very kind staff let us use the staff parking at the back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed in room 27 was sloping, so not the most comfortable. Very clean and tidy, can't really complain, for the price. My room wasn't facing the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A Convenient place as a stop over for the shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Perfect stopover before heading to Dover.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025