The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals

Hotels
Radisson Individuals
8.6 (5435 reviews)
30-32 Clifton Gardens, The Leas , Folkestone , gb

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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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: 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 5435 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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Tina couple gb
10
Home from home
Pros:

I love this hotel, it's across the road from the beach, friendly staff, made to feel welcome, parking available near hotel. Rooms are amazing, beds comfortable. We had a large room with a view of the see. Perfect location for the beach and town centre. Lovely walk into town along the esplanade.
Great selection of drinks at the bar at good prices, same for food
Definitely recommend this hotel.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple gb
1
Disappointed
Pros:

We did not stay in the end

Cons:

The attitude of staff not sure whether hotel or restaurant but we were honest and asked to leave motorcycle on the patio area chained to a post. We were declined permission even though there were no tables/chairs out. Weather was far too bad. Scaffolding surrounded the hotel. Sadly we had already paid but went somewhere else as staff attitude had ruined my birthday

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Vivienne solo_traveller gb
8
View Hotel Review
Pros:

Nice room with sea view, blackout blind relaxing decor and shower room, all clean with lovely white towels. Really good breakfast with quality ingredients. Helpfull staff. Interesting building with lovely garden view from the dining area

Cons:

Worried about hitting our heads on the television housing. Cold plates for the hot breakfast,

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Christiane couple de
1
keine derzeitige Empfehlung
Pros:

lediglich die Lage

Cons:

Das Hotel ist eine Baustelle und dies war bei der Buchung leider nicht ersichtlich - die Bilder auf der Webseite täuschen über den tatsächlichen derzeitigen Zustand

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Saskia Jade couple gb
6
Pros:

Very clean & bright

Cons:

Noise from lift to outside door & woke up at half 5 too guests leaving and then 8.45 by the cleaners

2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Stuart couple gb
10
Really nice hotel, I would definitely recommend it.
Pros:

Very clean and tidy, really nice and well decorated room with good facilities.

Cons:

Scaffolding outside but I totally appreciate maintenance must go on… it didn’t affect our stay.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Kyle solo_traveller gb
8
Perfect stay, could of been longer 🙏🏽
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Tim solo_traveller gb
8
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Rico couple de
7
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
9
Will stay again
Pros:

Sea view
Location
Great staff
Comfortable bed
Large room
Amazing food at the restaurant.

Cons:

Parking
Bath water wasn’t hot

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Lynne couple gb
9
Great for a night or two.
Pros:

Nice breakfast included. Dog friendly.

Cons:

Needs updating.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Kylie solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

The room was comfy, and the view was fantastic!

Cons:

parking can be a little tricky.

2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Jonathan solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple gb
9
Great location for the Eurotunnel
Pros:

Fabulous breakfast
short 10 min walk into town

Cons:

Lift out of order

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Ines family_with_children de
10
Perfektes Hotel für den Folkestone Urlaub
Pros:

Sehr schönes Hotel direkt am Meer . Alles war perfekt. Das Frühstück ist zu empfehlen. Wir kommen gerne wieder

2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Sandra couple gb
8
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Sigrid couple de
8
Wir würden wiederkommen
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Lisa couple gb
9
2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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chris couple gb
10
Second time of staying here and it won’t be the last!
Pros:

Clean, friendly and great bar/restaurant

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
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Dickele family_with_children be
9
2026-06-08 via Nuitee