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About this property
Situated on top of the Leas Cliff, overlooking the English Channel, the voco The Clifton Folkestone offers 78 beautiful en suite bedrooms, many with sea views.
Built in 1864, the Clifton Hotel has undertaken a major refurbishment of all the bedrooms & bathrooms that evoke memories of the bygone elegant Victorian era. Inside, modern facilities and period features blend and the hotel offers Marco Pierre White's Steakhouse, Bar & Grill Restaurant, Coral Bar & Lounge as well as free WiFi. Drinks area available on the terrace overlooking the maintained Clifton Gardens. Rooms at voco The Clifton are fabulously appointed following the refurbishment, with modern facilities including air conditioning, bathrooms with both Rainforest & traditional showers. Anti mist mirrors & electric toothbrush chargers as standard, All rooms have smart TV’s, a work desk and safes.
Folkestone is home to Europe’s largest urban art exhibition; the Creative Quarter and amazing Harbour Arm. With easy access to mainland Europe as the Eurotunnel is 10 minutes’ drive away and Dover Ferry Port is 20 minutes away the hotel is your perfect base to escape to the countryside. The Leas Cliffs offer stunning views across to France and the Folkestone White Horse & the Battle of Britain Memorial are only 10 minutes’ away. The property is a short walk from Folkestone town centre, the world’s First Music Town.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet, Breakfast to go
Loyal customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Barry
United Kingdom
“I’m a celiac Staff were very helpful with my needs”
Amanda
United Kingdom
“Leak from the above rooms shower in the bathroom, causing a slippery floor. Needed a better flow system for breakfast. Got blocked up by people cooking toast and we could not get back to the table. Staff extremely helpful however especially on...”
Pierre
Belgium
“The hotel as the room were just amazing. The room especially was just insane. Blue Ocean room, with seaview, decoration, ultra cozy, one of the best bed ever experienced in an hotel. This is as romantic as beautfiful. You really want to experience...”
Nicann67
United Kingdom
“The staff are very friendly and polite. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The whole hotel was very clean and well looked after. The building works didn't impact us at all.
The food was excellent but a bit pricey, however this is...”
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Rosemary
United Kingdom
“Room was a good size, clean and comfy. Excellent choice for breakfast. Good location on the sea front.”
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Dani
United Kingdom
“Super friendly staff and explained everything I needed to know over the phone.
Room was amazing, well positioned and views of the grounds was a pleasant surprise.
Bathroom excellent”
Lynn
United Kingdom
“Stayed with two friends for a long weekend. The room was large, beds comfortable, and very clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Karl
United Kingdom
“From start to finish the staff were fantastic and very helpful and the room I stayed in was very spacious and comfortable and was a excellent room to relax in on a night after a busy day”
Sarah
United Kingdom
“I've stayed here many times and the staff are always helpful. It's a superb location and the hotel has been recently refurbished to a high standard with thoughtfully designed, well-equipped rooms.”
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Barry
United Kingdom
“Good location for using the Channel Tunnel. Restaurant for the evening meal was very good. Reasonable street parking nearby”
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Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot always available
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
Cash is not accepted
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
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