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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Hythe Beach

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Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

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Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN
  • Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Folkestone Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Folkestone Harbour
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the area

Folkestone

In Folkestone .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Folkestone hotel, you'll find Hythe Beach and Leas Cliff Hall. Folkestone Harbour and Folkestone Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandgate Beach - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Leas Cliff Hall - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Folkestone Beach - 5 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Folkestone Harbour - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens - 7 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Folkestone West Station - 4 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Golden Brown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Orchard Lane Coffee House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Gurkha Palace - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3-star hotel near Hythe Beach
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center, 4 meeting rooms, and coworking spaces. A terrace, a vending machine, and a front-desk safe are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Folkestone hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 100 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Folkestone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 4 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self parking fee: GBP 4 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 580 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 291 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 80 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect apart from being kept awake all night by dogs barking and people walking their barking dogs up and down the corridor. Not much fun being awake from midnight with a 8 hour drive to do this morning!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly staff

Friendly staff, in particular Chris who took the time to talk to my very chatty son at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lee was very welcoming and professional on arrival. Thank you. It was a lovely welcome after a long drive
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It suited all my requirements for a very convenient hotel close to the shuttle facilities and I would certainly stay again if occasion demanded
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
The room was very basic and run down. It hadnt been cleaned properly and the soap dispensers etc were empty. Advertised as having air conditioning but unable to change to a comfortable level so was too hot. Incredibly noisy first thing in the morning. Food was ok
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stopover if using the tunnel. Pleasant helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, very practical location, close to the Eurotunnel. Staff who checked us in could be more smiley
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for le shuttle!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was fine but found having yo pay for parking and £30 for the dog excessive. Will stay in france in future as charge for pet is 5 euro and parking free
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Vista

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, easy check in, good menu options and the free daily buffet breakfast was good. Easy drive to Port Lympne Safari Park.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline, Vista

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and very comfortable beds. We enjoyed the free buffet breakfasts each morning.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfectly acceptable.

Perfect accommodation and good value for money. However the dinner menu is very much over priced for what you get.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

stephen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice the only down side is they have started to charge for parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Couldn't ask for more. Clean and comfortable. Even allowed us to grab a takeaway breakfast before it had opened. Free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every member of staff we had contact with was friendly and helpful. Nice room, good shower and excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neves

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good one night as pricey
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

KAYE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect stop off hotel

Perfectly fine hotel. Was a little too warm In the room for us personally. Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

TINA

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Convenient location for the Channel Tunnel !

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Lovely hotel

Lovely room and facilities. However the onsite restaurant and food wasn’t very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

So Bing

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking is better if we booked a room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025