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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of Hythe Beach

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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel offers a warm welcome with a breakfast buffet, al fresco dining at The Great Room, and refreshing cocktails at the bar. Enjoy the sun-kissed terrace, convenient business center, free in-room WiFi, luggage storage for peace of mind and 24-hour front desk assistance. Past guests rave about the delicious breakfast and super helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov

Room options

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Room amenity

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 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
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Room amenity

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN

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
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Brown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Arrow - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

Hotel near Hythe Beach
Located close to Leas Cliff Hall and Folkestone Harbour, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a bar. The on-site international cuisine bistro, The Great Room, offers breakfast, dinner and al fresco dining. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and 4 meeting rooms
  • A lift, luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk
  • A water dispenser, a front desk safe and coworking spaces
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 100 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, children's books and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (GBP 4 per day)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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 for New Year's Eve:
  • Dining venue

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG on 16 Nov 2025 start from NZ$124.08, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Self-parking is available for GBP 4 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG located?

Situated in Folkestone, this hotel is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Hythe Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Leas Cliff Hall. Folkestone Harbour and Folkestone Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km). Folkestone Eurotunnel Station is 21 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 587 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 293 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1007 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

SANDEEP

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for tunnel. Friendly staff and a good breakfast from 6.00.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel, super easy to get the Le Shuttle, staff all lovely and very helpful and the breakfast was great. Will stop here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

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

8/10 Good

tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
First, the staff were all excellent. The evening meal was mediocre but the breakfast choice was good. However the whole experience was ruined by the reception area being more like Crufts than a hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The convenient position for the channel tunnel was ideal and the parking was easy. The room was comfortable BUT there should have been a plug socket near the mirror.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel for overnight stop before Eurotunnel terminal, would yse again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely helpful staff. Great breakfast and great price. Only complaint was the sofa bed was so uncomfortable. Would still recommend and would absolutely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional and friendly staff. Manager approachable and assisted with parking motorcycle on trailer and our service animals. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

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

A perfect stay

Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

Mrs Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found the staff where extremely helpful and not being young anymore I did need help sometimes and they could not have done more. Breakfast was made easy for me as a delightful young lady member of staff was there to help each morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s what you expect from a big chain hotel. Nothing wrong with it. Too many tesla chargers taking up half the car park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chris who booked us in and then helped us later in the evening was exceptionally lovely. He impressed us all a lot and made us happy. The hotel is ideal for the channel tunnel and close enough to Folkestone to have a little wander around the beautiful coast. The hotel is pet friendly which is great. There are some places to walk the dog a 10 minute drive away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice hotel

Very friendly staff and a lovely room and plenty of parking!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to le shuttle is great. Dining options surprisingly good and free breakfast is great. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and clean, staff extremely friendly and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Not a great experience
Stayed 1 night in Aug 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

Andrée

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Holiday

Pre le shuttle stay as driven from the north of Uk Stayed there a few times pre holiday
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy

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

Overnight stay

Very happy with our stay Ada stop off on return from holiday Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very convenient dog friendly stop before channel crossing. Unfortunately previous guests had drunk bar dry. No beer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

Great for a Folkstone stop over

We only stayed the 1 night before we had to get up early to get the LeShuttle in the morning. The check in was busy but quick, the staff friendly, the room was clean and exactly what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Super team on the front desk, convenient location for LeShuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025