The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals

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Radisson Individuals
8.6 (5802 reviews)
30-32 Clifton Gardens, The Leas , Folkestone , gb
+44 1303 252102

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 5802 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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Rebecca • couple • gb
10
A perfect stay in a beautiful seaside resort! We loved this hotel and Folkestone in general everyone seems to be kind an
Pros:

Everything we needed. Light, bright. Attractive decor. Happy atmosphere. Extremely clean. Friendly staff ☺️

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Gee • couple • gb
8
Great place for our short stay
Pros:

Clean fresh and friendly

Cons:

Windows didn’t open

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Kelly • family_with_children • gb
7
Cons:

We stayed in apartment which was in basement next to kitchens. It was lovely and clean and comfortable but it did smell of deep fat fryers

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • solo_traveller • fr
6
Pros:

Emplacement et la vue mer

Cons:

Travaux bruyants pendant le séjour, chambre avec murs et menuiserie vétuste. Personnel moyennement sympathique.

2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Mark • solo_traveller • fr
9
Chaleureux et bien situé
Pros:

Personnel accueillant et sympathique. Emplacement parfait. Restaurant top.
London Pride beer!

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Angie • couple • gb
8
Would stay again.
Pros:

Perfect location, parking was made easy.
Breakfast was good. Standard of cleanliness was good overall. Staff very helpful.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Jawade • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Great location, very friendly staff, comfortable & spacious room.

Cons:

A few kitchen issues for the evening meal but this didn't affect our opinion of the hotel.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Heinz • couple • ch
9
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Adrian • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Howard • couple • nz
7
Not brilliant but fit for purpose for our overnight stay
Pros:

Bed and layout

Cons:

Toilet ....stopcock didnt work!

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Nicole • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Dawn • couple • gb
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Renata KC • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Derek • extended_group • gb
9
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Jonathan • couple • gb
8
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Susanne • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Danielle • couple • be
8
Gelungene Erholung an der englischen Küste
Pros:

Diese Flair eines 200- Jahre altem Gebäude ist wunderbar und die Aussicht aufs Meer einfach herrlich.

Cons:

200 Jahre alte Gebäude haben ihre Macken.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Shariq • family_with_children • pk
10
Pros:

Easy access to beach and scenic views

Cons:

Could be more cleaned like webs removal

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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MAX FARAMOND • solo_traveller • fr
8
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Dave • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee