The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals

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Radisson Individuals
8.6 (5005 reviews)
30-32 Clifton Gardens, The Leas , Folkestone , gb

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Spacious rooms
Excellent location
Cons:
Parking costs
Room temperature issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.59
Overall cleanliness was noted as good with positive sentiments regarding staff cleanliness.
Service
8.86
Staff were described as friendly and helpful across multiple reviews.
Location
9.1
Multiple reviews praised the hotel for its excellent location, especially for views and proximity to attractions.
Room Quality
8.35
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, but some guests mentioned issues like hard mattresses and cold temperatures.
Amenities
8.58
Amenities offered were satisfactory for the guests, given the hotel rating.
Value for Money
8.24
Generally seen as good value for the quality and location, though some guests found pricing for parking high.
Food and Beverage
8.49
Food quality received positive feedback, with mentions of great breakfast and restaurant meals.
Overall Experience
8.56
Guests expressed a generally positive experience, with some frustrations regarding specific room requests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 02:01

Property Description

Stunning Sea Views and Convenient Location
Nestled on The Leas promenade, View Hotel Folkestone offers breathtaking sea views and is just a short stroll from Folkestone town centre. Explore the nearby Leas Cliff Hall and beach within minutes.

Luxurious Accommodations
Experience comfort in our 4-star boutique hotel's 44 en-suite rooms, each boasting tea/coffee facilities, free WiFi, and partial sea views. Unwind in style after a day of sightseeing.

Easy Access to Transportation Hubs
With the Eurotunnel a mere 10-minute drive away and Folkestone Central Train Station within walking distance, traveling is a breeze. Gatwick Airport is just an hour's drive, making your journey seamless.

Experience seaside luxury at View Hotel Folkestone - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

-For bookings of 10 rooms or more, alternative terms, conditions, and additional supplements will apply.
-Pets are welcome and are charged at £25 per stay.
-Dinner packages include two courses per adult, with children’s meals included and selected from the appropriate menu.
-Please note that, due to high demand, The Cliffe Lounge Bar & Kitchen can be extremely busy during peak times. Guests are strongly advised to make reservations in advance to avoid disappointment.
-Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere within the hotel, including interference with the fire detection system. Any breach of this policy will result in the immediate termination of your booking without refund, and you will be required to vacate the property. You authorize us to charge for any costs incurred as a result of smoking or damage, including specialist cleaning to restore the room to a nonsmoking condition and loss of revenue for any period the room is unfit for sale. These charges will be applied to the payment card used for your booking.
-We reserve the right to refuse future bookings.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 5005 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.59
Service: 8.86
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.58
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 8.49
Overall Experience: 8.56
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Eszter • family_with_children • gb
10
A lovely gem in Folkestone at reasonable price
Pros:

Amazing location, very comfy room, super breakfast.
A Big Thank You for all the staff, Ben was amazing at check-in and welcomed my dog warmly. Glenn was super nice at late night at reception. The young lady (sorry I did ask her name) at the bar was very helpful. The breakfast waitress woman was super nice as I had food allergies and she made sure I got what I can eat. And a special Thank You to Miranda for her help to retrieve my lost passport and bank cards, you saved my day 🙏 Your team is amazing and that makes a stay so special. We will definitely return, stay longer and do more walking around the beach.

Cons:

The window hardly opens (room 302)
Car park is quite limited. However if you can get there on time then it is fine. Late evening arrival is a bit tricky.

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Camille • couple • ch
8
Bien pour une nuit
Pros:

Personnel super sympa et joli hôtel

Cons:

Chambre glacial et fuite du plafond

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Janet • extended_group • gb
8
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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raissa • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • couple • nl
9
2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Tommaso • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Inglis • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Location. Price. Facilities.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Casandra • family_with_children • gb
8
Need new pillows
Pros:

The room was lovely and the staff and location were amazing

Cons:

The pillows were very lumpy to the point i couldn't sleep properly they need replacing. The price of the bar was ridiculous £9 for 2 pints of coke

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Dennison • solo_traveller • gb
6
Could be better
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Food not very good, and expensive. We ate out after one meal here. My daughter's room was cold, and extra heating had to be provided.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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christine • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Linda • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

The room had huge bed which was very comfortable. Huge ensuite bathroom with lots of places for toiletries. Plenty of hanging space in wardrobe. Lots of choices for breakfast and the breakfast room had views of the seafront and garden. Receptionists were very helpful..very nice bar area serving drinks and coffees. Complimentary bottles of mineral water in room.

Cons:

The room was very hot and the window only opened a few inches. Fan was supplied and I had it on all night even though I stayed in February

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • de
9
Great location, spacious room & friendly staff
Pros:

A beautiful, spacious room. Perfect location. Parking available right in front of the hotel. Great bathroom. Very friendly staff.

Cons:

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2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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christine • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Looking a bit worn now,They need not to let it get any worse.

2026-03-03 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • gb
8
Pros:

Friendly staff and comfortable room

Cons:

We got a parking ticket despite having a permit, we parked on the Leas and were not informed of any restrictions regarding this

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • extended_group • gb
10
Very relaxing, comfortable stay
Pros:

Comfortable spacious rooms, relaxing reception and bar area, attentive friendly staff, hotel very clean.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Jan • solo_traveller • gb
9
Would recommend and return.
Pros:

Dinner was lovely, massive room, sea view, good location.

Cons:

No issues

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Marion • couple • gb
10
Fantastic
Pros:

Fantastic breakfast as always. Location is fantastic. Always stay here while in Folkestone. Staff are lovely nothing is too much trouble. It was my birthday when I arrived. There was petals on my bed and a birthday cake made of a towel with candles in made my day😁

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Artem Soldatkin • couple • gb
8
2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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Anna • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

I loved my rooms, even though I asked to change first room because the light in the corridor at night bothered me. The staff is wonderful, very helpful, kind, understanding and attentive.

Cons:

My sea views from the room, the breakfast was great. Overall I was very happy 😊
The pillows seen better days sorry.

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee
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mel • couple • gb
8
Great stay , good breakfast and lovely location .
Pros:

Lovely location within easy access to town centre, restaurants and bars .

Cons:

The room was very dark as the lighting was low wattage. We prefer brighter lights . The staff did try to accommodate which was kind of them .

2026-02-28 • via Nuitee