Located by the sea, Southcliff Hotel offers a scenic retreat with 9 holes of golf and a charming terrace. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking, luggage storage, outdoor furniture, banquet hall amenities for events and meetings.
Located in Folkestone, The Southcliff Hotel is in the city center and on the beach. Dover Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Folkestone Beach and Dover Beach. Leas Lift and Elham Valley Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Folkestone travel guide
22-26 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DY
What's nearby
Leas Cliff Hall
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Lower Leas Coastal Park
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Sandgate Beach
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Folkestone Harbour
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Folkestone Beach
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Folkestone Central Station
11 min walk
Restaurants
The Bouverie Tap
4 min walk
The Chambers
4 min walk
Papas Fish & Chips
3 min walk
The Firkin
4 min walk
The Radnor Arms
4 min walk
About this property
The Southcliff Hotel
Hotel near Folkestone Beach
The Southcliff Hotel provides amenities like an adjacent golf course and a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and an elevator
Luggage storage, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
Meeting rooms
Room features
All 68 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and tubs or showers
22-inch LCD TVs with digital channels
Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children 1 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 1 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Frequently asked questions
Is The Southcliff Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at The Southcliff Hotel?
As of 2026/6/27, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Southcliff Hotel on 2026/6/30 start from NT$1,879, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
The Southcliff Hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at The Southcliff Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at The Southcliff Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Southcliff Hotel located?
Located in Folkestone, this beachfront hotel is in the city center and within 1 mi (2 km) of Lower Leas Coastal Park and Folkestone Beach. Leas Cliff Hall and Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe are also within 10 minutes. Folkestone Central Station is 11 minutes by foot and Folkestone Harbour Station is 17 minutes.
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Reviews
The Southcliff Hotel Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.6
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.2
Staff & service
6.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 1000 reviews
10 - Excellent
264
Rating 8 - Good. 337 out of 1000 reviews
8 - Good
337
Rating 6 - Okay. 228 out of 1000 reviews
6 - Okay
228
Rating 4 - Poor. 109 out of 1000 reviews
4 - Poor
109
Rating 2 - Terrible. 62 out of 1000 reviews
2 - Terrible
62
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Barbara
2026/6/2
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was very clean with a beautiful sea view.
Barbara
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay
Gary
2026/6/4
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff. Perfect for a night before catching le shuttle to France.
Gary
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Matthew
2026/3/26
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean, lovely staff, tired decor but at the price it's tremendous
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good
Michael
2026/4/7
Yes sea view clean room staff are friendly
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent
ian
2026/5/27
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed at the southcliff many times over the years and find it absolutely great for what I need. The staff are always friendly and helpful and made me feel welcome as always. A big thankyou to the lady on reception called Shiril who was very pleasant and helpful with an issue I had with the room so thankyou so much. I love the location of this hotel and the view looking out over the English channel and able to see France on a clear day. At the end of the day it's a budget hotel and like with everything you get what you pay for, but in all honesty it suits my needs and I usually stay for two or three nights. The only disadvantage is that they don't offer breakfast but not really an issue as plenty of cafes etc in the town which is literally round the corner. It's perfect for a short stay and to be fair you are out and about most of the time so a perfect base. I will certainly be returning in the not to distant future and would recommend this hotel. Oh and try and book a room with sea view as better than looking out over a carpark.
ian
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Matthew
2026/3/15
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The bed in room 27 was sloping, so not the most comfortable.
Very clean and tidy, can't really complain, for the price.
My room wasn't facing the beach.
We stayed for 2 nights after Christmas. The room was very clean, warm and comfortable. It was lovely and quiet. There is no car park but the very kind staff let us use the staff parking at the back.
Friendly staff and a quick check in and out.
Only downside would be the lack of parking.
Gary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
A
2025/9/22
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The hotel is obviously old but beautiful - in a great position. The staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful. We thought it was good value for money, and we would stay here again.
Nice room with lovely sea view. Room very clean, comfortable bed. Just right for good value night away. Quiet area, easy walking distance of the old town and harbour.
David
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good
Kerry
2025/11/30
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean tidy
Kerry
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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4/10 Poor
Chris
2026/3/10
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The door lock to our room didn’t lock properly, so we had to baracade the door to stop anyone entering during the night. Especially when the BBC news that weekend we stayed says unwanted people are entering hotel rooms with thefts and rape cases are on the up - Not good!
The layout of our rooms have health and safety issues we could’ve easily tripped down the dark staircase from the bathroom to our bedroom.
On a good point the rooms were very clean, so a great job from the maids\cleaners.
Chris
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
M.J.
2025/4/25
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple, but clean hotel at very reasonable price. Excellent location.
M.J.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kathy
2025/10/31
Liked: Cleanliness
Nothing stood out but I had a warm welcome, the room was clean (although needs refurbishing), it was warm and it was quiet. I requested more supplies for my tea tray which were readily supplied. Ideal for a one night stopover.
This is our favourite hotel we stay im Folkestone. Staff are so friendly & welcoming.
They have a lovely bright reception area, tv, and a bar, lifts assessible to your room.
Rooms are clean & tidy.
Tbe hotel have been undergoing some modernisation, but this will take time.
It was originallly five townhouses, so bare with the manager, this will take some time.
You are a stones throw from the Leas Cliff Hall and the beautiful walk along the Leas as well.
2 minutes on foot & you are in the town centre.
There is quite a bit of work going on in and around tghe town. We can't wait to see the finish, very exciting for Folkestone.
There are many bus routes if you want to head out of town, there's a train station not far from the hotel as well.
Plenty of bars and an array of shops.
There is a market some days as well.
Heading further down the town you will come across the Old High Street, a cobble road with art shops galore and many other quirky shops.
At the bottom you will come to Folkestone Hatbour, look it up, it's welm wortba visit.
Excellent location and great value for the price paid. Old building but very tidy and polite and friendly staff. Lovely sea view from the window and room was very spacious.
Nazratun
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Gail
2025/3/9
Lovely old building facing the sea, very quiet inside & outside, just 16 mins walk to town
Gail
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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8/10 Good
Glynis
2025/8/27
It was an older hotel with character.. Floors a little creaky and other residents very noisy the first night . Staff we very welcoming and helpful during our stay . We had a very basic room but comfortable enough good shower and extra pillow given upon request. Will stay again.