10 Top-Rated Bed and Breakfast Inns in Folkestone, Kent, England

April 29, 2023 Jasper Kershner

Discover the best Bed and Breakfast Inns in Folkestone, Kent, England including Rocksalt Rooms, The Wycliffe Guest House, Westward Ho! Hotel, Windsor Hotel, The Relish, 10to12 Folkestone, The Royal Norfolk Hotel, Chandos Premier Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel, The Ship Inn, Foy House.
Restaurants in Folkestone

1. Rocksalt Rooms

4-5 Fishmarket, Folkestone CT19 6AA England
Excellent
38%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
10%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 177 reviews

Rocksalt Rooms

Our Rocksalt Rooms are the perfect way to enjoy the beauty of Folkestone Harbour, or indeed to start or finish a meal with us in either of our restaurants. We have four boutique bolt holes, each with their own personality and dressed with Egyptian cotton, original antique beds, flat screen televisions and wet rooms. With stunning sea views, the rooms are situated on Folkestone Harbour and are just a short walk from Rocksalt restaurant and The Creative Quarter.

The Good and the Not quite so Good

Reviewed By Julian D

Having enjoyed a wonderful Summer meal in the bar area we returned to enjoy an evening meal combined with a stay in one of the offered overnight rooms. The staff were super helpful and allowed us into the room an hour before the normal check in time. They also facilitated a table time that was more to our liking. For a restaurant that sets out to provide a fine dining experience (and priced accordingly!) the quality of the food was high however the choice of fish main course was very limited (Cod & Monkfish, the latter £36) and not in keeping with the website promise of a 'wealth of choice'. To be fair the starters and deserts were varied in choice and the chosen oysters fresh and tasty. As an aside, we stayed overnight and the accommodation was in a separate building just behind the main restaurant. The room was very nicely directed, if a little compact and we enjoyed an extremely comfortable bed. The bathroom however was not up to scratch; nicely appointed however somewhat small with a wet room shower that rendered the rest of the bathroom totally wet after use! The morning breakfast was top notch and beautifully cooked. Overall a good experience however a little fine tuning would equate to an experience that matched the price.

2. The Wycliffe Guest House

63 Bouverie Road West, Folkestone CT20 2RN England
Excellent
78%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 67 reviews

The Wycliffe Guest House

Friendly comfortable family run bed and breakfast with a private off road car park. Situated in a pleasant residential street overlooking Trinity Gardens and picturesque Trinity church yet close to town centre and all local amenities including the seafront, leas coastal park, children's play area and picturesque harbour. Convenient for Channel Tunnel & Dover ferries. Over the years the charming building has been tastefully modernised to provide clean and comfortable accommodation whilst still retaining many of its original features. Room features include a hospitality tray with a selection of hot beverages, flat screen digital TV with freeview, free WiFi and toiletries. A freshly prepared breakfast is served daily in the bright and airy dining room with a good choice of menu options including vegetarian, gluten free and kiddies meals. We welcome families, well behaved dogs for a small additional charge and motorbikes, which can be parked safely away from the main car park.

Perfect overnight stay before Chunnel crossing

Reviewed By danbrindley75

We stayed here for a night after driving down from Leicestershire for our Euro road trip and had an early morning booking for the channel tunnel. We had our dog with us so parked up and walked him around whilst another couple checked in with their dog. The parking is a little tight but you can use both sides of the hedge so you are off road. Met by the really friendly hosts and offered the choice of 2 rooms, one slightly smaller with a bathroom and another which was bigger but private bathroom was across the landing. We chose the larger room as we had our dog with us but nice to be given the option. It’s only a short walk into town for all the bars and restaurants and the channel tunnel check in area is an easy 15 minute drive away. Would definitely recommend

3. Westward Ho! Hotel

13 Clifton Crescent, Folkestone CT20 2EL England
Excellent
33%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
25%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 55 reviews

Westward Ho! Hotel

TREATED LIKE VERMIN!!

Reviewed By paulsV6570PZ

I stayed here under the winter shelter an excellent charity helping people in hard times over the winter period! It was unusual circumstances for me to be in, but after losing my career and my relationship breaking down I took the help offered by the charity. Being a victim of homelessness I was treated extremely badly by the owners, the maintenance team and particularly the housekeeping whom may I add NEVER once made any effort to keep my room clean, even though I kept it immaculate for them to do so. The bath was never cleaned and the room barely hoovered except once when I took the hoover and done it myself! And of course the night before my checkout on the 31st march where the housekeeping took it upon themselves to pack all my belongings including personal items such as medication and photos of my daughter whom I've lost contact with (the only baby picture I have) and a picture of my deceased brother (not in frames) stuffed in black sacks any how they pleased with my other belongs crammed on top! The room was immaculate and so was my bathroom cleaned to a very high standard the Night BEFORE my checkout anticipating the new arrivals BEFORE I had left!! Shame these standards wasn't kept throughout my stay, or this review would be completely different.......then saying that I caught the owner and two of his builder's taking the opportunity of the scaffolding fitted to stare through my room window!! Not sure why as they have a key.......also every time I saw the owner I'd try to be polite and say hello, but every time was snubbed with a very begrudgingly 'oh erm hello' back from over his shoulder! I wouldn't be surprised about this as when they took me on at reception was greeted with a grumpy owner stating every reason I'd be kicked out for not actually a greeting/welcoming into the hotel! Another occasion I came back and one of the maintenance team was doing some work in my bathroom and so, I asked what he was doing as I wanted to take a shower was met with the rude response of 'it don't matter I'm maintenance' so I said I think you've taken this the wrong way I'm only asking as I want to take a shower and wanted know if it was ok to do so......10 minutes later I get a knock on the door explaining maybe if could leave an hour as he had just re sealed the bath which was exactly my concern! I'd say this if you have such a biased view of people of this misfortune then DONT except money from the charity which is trying to help people!! RUDE!! UN PROFFESIONAL!! OUT OF ORDER!! to say the least!!

4. Windsor Hotel

6 Langhorne Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2EA England
Excellent
2%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
13%
Terrible
66%
Overall Ratings

1.5 based on 64 reviews

Windsor Hotel

See why so many travelers make Windsor Hotel their small hotel of choice when visiting Folkestone. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a budget friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Folk Stones Mark Wallinger (0.1 mi) and The Leas Bandstand (0.2 mi), guests of Windsor Hotel can easily experience some of Folkestone's most well known attractions. As your “home away from home,” the small hotel rooms offer a flat screen TV, and getting online is easy, with wifi available. Guests have access to baggage storage while staying at Windsor Hotel. In addition, Windsor Hotel offers a lounge, which will help make your Folkestone trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is street parking available to guests. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out La Tavernetta, Follies, and Cafe Teria, which are some Italian restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Best of all, Windsor Hotel makes it easy to experience some great Folkestone attractions like Folkestone Museum, which is a popular history museum. At Windsor Hotel, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Folkestone.

Worst. Hotel. Ever

Reviewed By pro_critic79

I feel like in this hotel I was treated like a rat. It is awful, terrible, bad-looking, bad-smelling. It was tiny and didn't even have a room for meals! If I could I would give this hotel -5 stars. I mean it just felt like we were staying in a rats home to be honest because there was a family there making non-stop noise. If you are about to book this hotel, DON'T. Because you will deeply regret it and try hard to escape the hell of a hotel. Please do not visit. Please Windsor hotel, either fix this mess or get rid of your bad hotel. I've never ever been anywhere more terrible in my whole entire life.

5. The Relish

4 Augusta Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2RR England
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 409 reviews

The Relish

Located in the fashionable "West End", The Relish is Folkestone's first contemporary, and only 5 Star guest accommodation. 10 en-suite rooms furnished to the highest standard with sumptuous beds. Rates include unlimited fresh coffee, tea, homemade cakes, and a complimentary glass of wine or beer upon arrival, direct dial telephones and free broadband access. The Relish is a place you will want to return to again and again.

Super find

Reviewed By jeffwheeleruk

Small group on a cycle tour of Kent vineyards. 1 night stopover eating at RockSalt. Convenient location and very pretty terrace and gardens to rear. Smart and practical (for dirty cyclists and their bikes!) and very comfortable. HUGE cooked breakfast. Super host: welcoming, helpful in arranging pre visit bag drops and lovely - thank you.

6. 10to12 Folkestone

10-12 Langhorne Gardens, Folkestone CT20 2EA England
Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 315 reviews

10to12 Folkestone

10to12 Folkestone Bed and Breakfast, is a beautiful Victorian house independently owned and operated by Mark and Leigh Nevill, with our excellent team of local staff. Since January 2014, we have been the very proud owners of 10to12. We purchased the property in quite a poor condition and have devoted our time and energy restoring this wonderful old building back to it's former glory. Estimated to have been built around 1870, it has been quite a challenge to get this grand old building back on it's feet. Our aim has been to try and achieve the perfect mix of contemporary guest accommodation, whilst still retaining as many original features as we were able, and we are confident we have accomplished that. As a husband and wife team who live and work at 10to12, our emphasis is on personal service to all guests who come and share our home with us. Currently we have 10 rooms and can accommodate couples, families and friends, as well as golf and corporate groups.

Highly Recommend

Reviewed By Viajerointeligente

Without doubt you will get a very warm welcome from the delightful owners Mark and Leigh. If you book direct a much needed welcome drink is offered on arrival. We have stayed at 10to12 twice now and without hesitation this B&B will be our go to place to book when visiting Folkestone again, for the beautiful rooms, first class breakfast and being made to feel very much at home. Thank you.

7. The Royal Norfolk Hotel

7 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3BD England
Excellent
48%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
4%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 170 reviews

The Royal Norfolk Hotel

The Royal Norfolk Hotel offers comfortable and well presented accommodation, with a family friendly environment and parking at £3.00 per day. Gee's Bar serves food Monday - Saturday from 12.00 - 20.00 and 12.30 - 18.00 on Sunday. Situated just a stone’s throw from Sandgate beach, famous for its fishing and watersports, you may enjoy a leisurely walk along the sea wall, through the lush coastal park and onto The Leas Water Lift, the oldest funicular lift in England. Giving you access to the historic Leas Promenade. Other local attractions include the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch steam railway, Hythe Canal, Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Dover and Leeds Castles and Canterbury Cathedral. The High Speed 1 rail link to London is available from Folkestone Central and West. The Channel Tunnel, Ashford Eurostar and the Port of Dover Port are all within a short distance from the Royal Norfolk Hotel.

Spotlessly clean and lovely friendly staff

Reviewed By Cat C

Great location and everything was spotlessly clean. Great location for those wishing to visit the beach. Unfortunately I was there for work so didn't have the time. When I arrived it was to find I had been upgraded to a lovely room. That was a very nice surprise. Although the hotel is next to a busy road I wasn't disturbed by traffic noise and the bed was big and comfortable. Very relaxed atmosphere in a good way.

8. Chandos Premier Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel

77 Cheriton Road, Folkestone CT20 1DG England
Excellent
39%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
3%
Terrible
10%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 114 reviews

Chandos Premier Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel

A Chandos Premier Hotel Location at Folkestone (Channel Tunnel) with beaches, cliffs, restaurats and many more places to visit close by.

Sorry it’s not a hotel

Reviewed By Maxtedbike

Arrived and parked up, spent 10 min trying to find the owner for my room key in the end I phoned his mobile, sorry the bell doesn’t work was his response. A key to room 3 was handed over with a carton of longlife milk. I am a veteran so I have put my head down in some right places, but this took the biscuit. No WC, a sink that was going to fall off the wall, a bed, a bin, some shower gel, a bit of toilet paper. The sheets on the bed were discussing, the smell, I walked out. Richard phoned later and asked why l had left…never again.

9. The Ship Inn

65 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AH England
Excellent
57%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 128 reviews

The Ship Inn

Finding an ideal romantic inn in Sandgate does not have to be difficult. Welcome to The Ship Inn, a nice option for travelers like you. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a flat screen TV, and you can stay connected during your stay as The Ship Hotel offers guests free wifi. Plus, The Ship Inn offers an on-site restaurant, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, there is free public parking available nearby. If you like Italian restaurants, The Ship Inn is conveniently located near Roka Pizza. There is no shortage of things to do in the area: explore popular parks such as Enbrook Park. The Ship Inn puts the best of Sandgate at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Great place to stay

Reviewed By A335VQsarahs

Found this B & B and what a gem of a place the sea view is unparalleled and would give any hotel a run for its money with the views. Wendy and Stuart fantastic hosts, the room was immaculate and breakfast was great too.So reasonable can not recommend this place enough, if you are looking for a B & B in the area call these people first you will not be disappointed. Thank you both from Sarah and Lee from Lenham hope to see you again soon

10. Foy House

16 Bathurst Road, Folkestone CT20 2NT England
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 88 reviews

Foy House

Located in the exclusive West End of Folkestone. Secure gated parking for all cars and motorbikes. Quality rooms with power showers and quality hospitality trays. Close to Folkestone and Sandgate (15-20 min walk) channel tunnel 3 miles 5 min by car. Main line rail 5 min walk. We are in a very quiet part of folkestone so you can be assured of a great nights sleep. All restaurants and pubs are only a 2 minute drive from Foy House and we are happy to recommend and book a table for you.

A great place to stay in Folkestone!!!!!

Reviewed By Phil E

We have stayed here four times now as it is always so nice. The hosts are friendly and always make you feel welcome. The rooms and house are modern well equipped and relaxing. Every morning Don cooks a tasty cooked breakfast and there is plenty of fruit or cereal on offer to. highly recommend staying here you wont be disappointed.

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