voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
- Sea view
- Garden
- Free Wifi
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safe
About this property
Located on top of the Leas Cliff, overlooking the English Channel, the voco The Clifton Folkestone offers 78 beautiful bedrooms with attached bathroom, 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 Harbor 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 center, the world’s First Music Town.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Martina
United Kingdom
“From the moment we stepped into the hotel to the moment we left we were welcomed by friendly, helpful staff in all areas. Very helpful and accommodating. Very well presented. We felt like we were staying in a five-star hotel! At first I thought we...” - Chinh
United States
“Beautiful and luxurious room. We enjoyed our dinner and breakfast package. The hotel’s restaurant is actually a steakhouse by Marco Pierre White. Drinks are extra but the set menu was quite good.” - Judith
United Kingdom
“Lovely room with great views. We’d definitely stay again.” - Adam
United Kingdom
“Beautiful room, lovely cocktails in the bar although a bit pricey but very nice!! Breakfast was lovely & the view from our room was great. Really comfy bed.” - Barry
United Kingdom
“There is nothing to dislike here, seen some reviews complaining about parking, but park anywhere in the surroundings and it is £5 when initiated via the hotel. We parked with no issue within 50 yards at 4pm.. Hotel has had significant...” - Daniel
United Kingdom
“Absolutely fantastic hotel, staff are amazing. Couldn't fault it .” - Philip
France
“The rooms and bathroom are modern and well equipped. Had reserved a room with 2 double beds - perfect. Tea and coffee making facilities in the room. Choice of restaurant for dinner, or in the bar.” - Jennifer
France
“Overnight stay, room very comfortable. Nice big fluffy towels excellent shower. Lovely evening meal in the restaurant.” - Mandy
United Kingdom
“Location was great the breakfast was good at best came at 9.15 thought service was till 9.30 it felt like we had what was left and then staff tidied up around us while eating not a very relaxing start to the day .” - Anne-marie
United Kingdom
“We arrived very late and we had had a very long journey and extremely tired. The night receptionust was particularly pleasant and helpful on our arrival. The accomodation was very clean and comfortable. The situation was perfect for us.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill
- CuisineBritish • French • European
- Open forBrunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.







The fine print
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.