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voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

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1-6 Clifton Gardens, Folkestone, CT20 2EB, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
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Pets allowed Parking WiFi Family rooms Restaurant Beachfront

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.

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Languages spoken

Ukrainian Tagalog Tamil Slovak Russian Romanian Hindi French English Czech

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

House rules

• This property can accommodate pet dogs upon request.

• A maximum of two pets is allowed per room.

• Pets will incur an additional charge of £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 lifts.

• 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 charges

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

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

Accepted payment methods

Credit card

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.

Legal information

This property is managed by voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG.

Located in Folkestone, United Kingdom.

FAQs about voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG is 1.4 km from the center of Folkestone.
Room options at voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG include:
  • Standard Queen Room
  • Standard Twin Room with Two Twin Beds
  • King Room with Side Sea View - Non-Smoking
  • Premium King Room
  • Premium King Room
  • Standard Room with Two Queen Beds
  • Premium King Room with Sofa Bed
  • Queen Suite
  • Queen Suite with Two Queen Beds
  • King Suite
Yes, couples have rated this property 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

9.0

Superb

1980 reviews

T

Tania

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Yesterday
10.0
+ Did not eat breakfast. Dined at the hotel restaurant Marco Pierre White. Did not eat breakfast. Dined at the hotel restaurant Marco Pierre White.
- Lighting is appalling for reading the menu. Our sauces/ accompaniments went to the wrong table. Lighting is appalling for reading the menu. Our sauces/ accompaniments went to the wrong table.

young couple · Cosy Double Room

C

Claire

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

2 days ago
10.0
+ Staff Breakfast Restaurant Location Staff Breakfast Restaurant Location
- Perhaps parking could be included Perhaps parking could be included

family with young children · Cosy Double Room

Facilities of voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

Non-smoking rooms Room service Restaurant Internet services Parking Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Delivered food is securely covered
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning

Business Facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Beach
  • Hiking
  • Fishing

Health & Safety

  • Face masks for guests available
  • Access to health care professionals
  • First aid kit available
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
  • Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities

Living Area

  • Parking

Other

  • Mobile app for room service
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

Guest reviews for voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

9.0

Superb

1980 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 9.3
Facilities 8.9
Cleanliness 9.2
Comfort 9.2
Value for money 8.7
Location 9.4
Free Wifi 0.0

Score distribution

Superb
1240
Good
634
Okay
66
Poor
26
Very poor
14

Scores by traveler type

With friends 9.3
Couples 9.0
Business travelers 8.8
Families 9.1
Solo travelers 8.9

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Guest reviews

T

Tania

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Cosy Double Room Cosy Double Room Yesterday young couple
+ Did not eat breakfast. Dined at the hotel restaurant Marco Pierre White.
− Lighting is appalling for reading the menu. Our sauces/ accompaniments went to the wrong table.
C

Claire

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Cosy Double Room Cosy Double Room 2 days ago family with young children
+ Staff Breakfast Restaurant Location
− Perhaps parking could be included
S

Sorrell

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Standard Twin Room with Two Twin Beds Standard Twin Room with Two Twin Beds 2 days ago young couple
+ Old fashioned property that has been beautifully renovated in a quiet but well located part of Folkestone with parking outside. Friendly staff and good bar and restaurant
− Didn’t eat to comment on food
M

Matthew

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Premium King Room Premium King Room 3 days ago solo traveller
+ The room was very good, bathroom very spacious, i would recommend hard pillows
− the pillows
T

Tracey

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

10.0
Standard Twin Room with Two Twin Beds Standard Twin Room with Two Twin Beds 1 week ago young couple
+ We loved everything about this hotel, staff were amazing helped with whatever u wanted. Rooms were modern, clean and very spacious, breakfast and dinner was very good great selection at breakfast and dinner Was amazing and great tasting food. The bar was a very relaxed atmosphere and the pina coladas were lush. Also great location near the beach and great views