Set in Folkestone, near Folkestone Beach, Folkestone Harbour and Folkestone Central Railway Station, The Ship Inn Folkestone has a bar. Featuring sea and quiet street views, this guest house also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers full-day security and a housekeeping service for guests. At the guest house, units come with a private bathroom. Sandgate Beach is 2 km from the guest house, while Eurotunnel UK is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is London City Airport, 112 km from The Ship Inn Folkestone.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Keith
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, friendly staff and good wholesome food.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Over a lively pub, great location, friendly staff.
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner of the hotel was very friendly and helpful, our spotlessly clean room was located at front of property looking over the harbour with nice finishing touches ie tea/coffee little croissant even down to a usb charge point
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 900 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Overlooking Folkestone’s stunning harbour, The Ship Inn Bar & Guest Accommodation is well known for its selection of real ales, amazing home-cooked food with an emphasis on locally sourced fish, but what makes us the pride of Folkestone is our homely welcome - extended to our friends far and near, both old and new to our small, yet idyllic pub, right on the Harbour.

Neighbourhood information

Folkestone is a resort town in southeast Kent, a popular seaside destination for holidaymakers, the older part of town is a lovely mix of Georgian buildings, cobbled streets, and a long, sweeping promenade along the seafront. Our Bar & Accommodation is located right on the harbour, providing breathtaking views of the bay.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Ship Inn Folkestone
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
Activities
  • Live music/performance
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

The Ship Inn Folkestone takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Ship Inn Folkestone in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Ship Inn Folkestone

  • The Ship Inn Folkestone offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Live music/performance

  • The prices at The Ship Inn Folkestone may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Ship Inn Folkestone is 1.1 miles from the centre of Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Ship Inn Folkestone include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple

  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from The Ship Inn Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at The Ship Inn Folkestone is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.