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The Carlton Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Folkestone with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Escape to The Carlton Hotel by the sea, where modern comforts meet seaside charm. Indulge in dinner at the on-site restaurant, unwind with a drink at the bar or connect with colleagues in one of two meeting rooms.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Reception fireplace
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Lift
  • Bath or shower
The current price is £34
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Double Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Flat-screen TV

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Single Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room (Deluxe) | Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room (Deluxe)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Extra bed)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
16/19 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DU

What's nearby

  • Leas Cliff Hall - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lower Leas Coastal Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sandgate Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 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
  • Folkestone Harbour Station - 17 min walk
  • Folkestone West Station - 25 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Papas Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Radnor Arms - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Firkin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

The Carlton Hotel

The Carlton Hotel puts you within a 15-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Castle. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a snack bar/deli and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 70 rooms
    • Arranged over 04 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business centre
  • 2 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 03 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1880
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 5 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Carlton Folkestone
Carlton Hotel Folkestone
The Carlton Hotel Hotel
The Carlton Hotel Folkestone
The Carlton Hotel Hotel Folkestone

Frequently asked questions

Does The Carlton Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Carlton Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Carlton Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Carlton Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Carlton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 15 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Carlton Hotel and nearby?

The Carlton Hotel has a picnic area.

Are there restaurants at or near The Carlton Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around The Carlton Hotel like?

The Carlton Hotel is in the heart of Folkestone, a short 2-minute walk from Leas Cliff Hall and 11 minutes' walk from Sandgate Beach.

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Reviews

The Carlton Hotel Reviews

5.8

5.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

6.8

Staff & service

5.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Bar

Reviews

4/10 Fair

The location is wonderful right on the seafront, with a car park. The property itself could do with modernising throughout. The bar area vibe doesn’t match the style of the building. My room wasn’t particularly clean the headboard had dust and the tv was covered in dust and the remote was sticky and dirty. The shower didn’t have hot water. We didn’t have a comfortable sleep as the bed was hard and lumpy. If the rooms had a refresh it would be a great place to stay.
Hannah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly and welcoming
Annette, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely sea view
BRIAN, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Disgusting place. Avoid at all costs
Fitim, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location
Becky, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

All good I was happy staying there
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very helpful and the room was immaculate Most impressive for me was the bar area which was warm and inviting Thank you for a wonderful stay
Barrie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ideal for an overnight stay before getting the ferry from Dover the next day
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location near the sea. The hotel is old and characteristic but clean. The staff were friendly and helpful especially the receptionist as she helped with the parking and provided useful info.
George, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great night stay at Carlton Hotel

Staff on reception were friendly and helpful and check-in was quick and easy. My room contained everything I required during my stay.
Marc, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Well. Thin wall, you hear everthing around you and everybody . But if take earplugs you will be sleep like baby. But what you expect for that price . If you want better hotel you have to pay more . Simple
Witold, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Staff very friendly. lounge, reception and bar very clean and refurbished. Unfortunately the room let it down with lots of damage to the walls and the bathroom including past damp leaks and previous guests hair everywhere. Free WiFi in room with smart tv and sea view within very close walking distance to the town was a bonus though, was fine for what we needed the room for.
Charlie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff

Very basic, but friendly staff and good location
adrian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We were very happy with our stay and it was a very reasonable price we would saty there again
gordon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Thanks guys love my stay with you
francisco j, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Handy for the Channel Tunnel.

A basic hotel. Good value. An easy walk to shops and a few restaurants.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay and host thank you.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

safe quiet convenient walkable ; the receptionist remembered me from several years ago ; beautiful window in stairwell
Dale, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location
Jeanette, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Nice budget hotel. Great location. Coffee and breakfast could be a lot better.
Lou, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

good location. comfortable room and great staff
LINDA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly and helpful. We only needed a bed for the night and a shower for when we left and for the price we paid we cant fault it.
chloe, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Not the worst, very basic. Strong smell of damp. Bed very bouncy too bouncy. Very echoing. Sorry would not stay again.
Deborah, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nothing to like apart from location
Dimitar, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The worst hotel I have ever stayed, avoid.
William, 1-night trip