Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable hotel
Friendly staff
Cons:
Limited coffee service
Parking issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Cleanliness and location mentioned positively; hotel very clean throughout.
Service
9.05
Staff were friendly and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
8.99
Lovely location close to the seafront; convenient for nearby attractions.
Room Quality
8.54
Room was comfortable with quality linen; general satisfaction noted.
Amenities
8.57
Standard amenities expected for a hotel of this tier.
Value for Money
8.63
Affordable luxury noted, felt good value for what was provided.
Food and Beverage
8.48
Breakfast had a good choice, though two mentions of needing more service.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall experience was highly positive; intent to return noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:28

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views

Located overlooking the English Channel, the Best Western Clifton Hotel offers en suite bedrooms, many with breathtaking sea views. Enjoy the calming sound of the waves right from your room.

Blend of History and Modernity

Step into the Clifton Hotel and be greeted by an elegant Victorian exterior seamlessly blending with modern facilities inside. Immerse yourself in the perfect harmony of period features and contemporary amenities.

Culinary Delights and Relaxation

Indulge in a culinary journey at Marco Pierre White's Steakhouse, Bar & Grill restaurant, followed by drinks on the terrace. Unwind in the bar and lounge or stay connected with free WiFi throughout the hotel.

Book now to experience seaside luxury at the Best Western Clifton Hotel.

Important information:

• This property can accommodate pet dogs upon request.
• A maximum of two pets is allowed per room.
• Pets will incur an additional charge of GBP 30.00 per pet per night.
• Pets are only allowed in the Standard Rooms. Higher category rooms do not accommodate pets.
• The hotel does provide pet beds or water bowls, giveaway toy and treats on request.
• Pets are permitted in elevators.
• Pets are not allowed in the Restaurant.
• For guests booking on BB or DBB packages with pets, room service or other dining options should be offered as alternatives. Tray charges would not apply for any room service orders.
• Pets to be kept on a leash or in a carrier in public areas.
• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
• Guide dogs should continue to be allowed throughout the property and remain exempt from any chargesGuests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs GBP 5 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1703 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.05
Location: 8.99
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.63
Food and Beverage: 8.48
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Trisha • solo_traveller • ch
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Geoffrey • extended_group • gb
9
Only stayed 1 night including breakfast which was great choice & quality . Used restaurant for evening meal thought
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Nothing to dislike

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Katie • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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June • solo_traveller • gb
10
Would definitely recommend lovely stay
Pros:

Fabulous stay everything was great from bedroom to communal areas such as bar and restaurant and toilets

Cons:

Only problem experienced was hairdryer in room wasn’t efficient only blew our cool and not hot

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Lee • couple • gb
8
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Zuzanna • family_with_children • gb
8
Very nice stay with excellent views
Pros:

Location was great, rooms were comfortable and staff was nice

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Jackie • couple • gb
10
Would highly recommend
Pros:

Excellent staff, very friendly and efficient. The hotel was exceptional, very clean. Nice bar area. Watched the England game in the bar on Saturday, really nice atmosphere, comfortable seats.

Cons:

All good

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Rachel • solo_traveller • gb
9
Great location, my room had a sea view. A bit quirky, but i prefer that to more modern industriaised hotels. Excellent v
Pros:

Great location, comfortable bed, excellent air conditioning and really good breakfast.

Cons:

The service in the bar was patchy.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Angie • extended_group • gb
9
Lovely stay in great location
Pros:

Lovely makeover of this place! Friendly & helpful staff and great facilities.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • gb
8
A very nice hotel.
Pros:

Nice room well equipped, excellent breakfast.

Cons:

Very little communal lounge space, nice coffee shop and cafe. Parking was a real issue, very limited - hotel unable to offer any solution so customers left to sort this out themselves.

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Annemarie • solo_traveller • ch
9
Super gelegen alles wie versprochen
Pros:

Konnte Zimmer tauschen mit Meerblick

Cons:

Nichts

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • extended_group • gb
8
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • couple • gb
10
Fabulous sea view - big king sized room with air con, perfect for such a hot summers night. Would highly recommend, staf
Pros:

Excellent location, recently refurbished and looked after.

Cons:

Parking is a little challenging, have to drive around when it’s busy to find somewhere for the car overnight.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nl
8
Short
Pros:

Location

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • solo_traveller • gb
6
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Ruslan • couple • ro
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • nl
9
Fijn hotel direct aan de zee en strand en dichtbij tunnel
Pros:

Mooi hotel met fijne kamers op een mooie locatie aan de zee. Ontbijt was goed.

Cons:

Op zich was het voor ons goed maar ik heb gezien dat de prijzen sterk kunnen fluctueren.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Wilma • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Taylor • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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AS • solo_traveller • de
8
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee