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The Carlton Hotel

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Marina
Dinner served
Family Room (Deluxe)
Terrace/patio
Staircase
The Carlton Hotel blends seaside charm with practical comforts. Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant, relax with drinks at the bar, or use two well-appointed meeting rooms. The oceanside setting offers a refreshing backdrop for both leisure and business travelers.

Reviews

5.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$101
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept

Room options

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Tonight

Sept 19 - Sept 20
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Tomorrow

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

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

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Family Room (Deluxe)

Family Room (Deluxe)

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

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

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Flat-screen TV

Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

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

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Soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Extra bed)

Highlights

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

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

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

Located in Folkestone, The Carlton Hotel is in the city centre and by the sea. Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Dover Eastern Docks Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and White Cliffs of Dover. Leas Lift and Elham Valley Railway Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
16/19 The Leas, Folkestone, England, CT20 2DU

What's nearby

  • Lower Leas Coastal Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Leas Cliff Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sandgate Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Folkestone Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Folkestone Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Folkestone Central Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bouverie Tap - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chambers - ‬3 min walk
  • KFC
  • ‪Conchita's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Carlton Hotel

Hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a terrace, a fireplace in reception and a bar at The Carlton Hotel. The on-site restaurant offers dinner. In addition to a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket information, a TV in reception and multilingual staff
Room features
All 70 rooms feature comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 5 for adults and GBP 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1880
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 15
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 5 for adults and from GBP 5 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 15 (subject to availability)

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

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Carlton Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carlton Hotel?

As of 19 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carlton Hotel on 22 Sept 2025 start from NZ$100.85, 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 The Carlton Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Carlton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Carlton Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 15 (subject to availability).

Where is The Carlton Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Folkestone, this hotel is steps away from Lower Leas Coastal Park and Leas Cliff Hall. Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe and Leas Lift are also within 10 minutes. Folkestone Central Station is 11 minutes by foot and Folkestone Harbour Station is 16 minutes.

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