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About the Hotel

13 Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, United Kingdom, CT20 2EL

Westward Ho Hotel, a 2-star family-friendly hotel, features a quiet area with beautiful sea views and is a short walk from Folkestone town center. Guests benefit from free WiFi and secure parking.

Rooms & Amenities

All guestrooms at Westward Ho Hotel include a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and tea/coffee making facilities. Budget family ensuite rooms have a comfortable double bed and 2 single beds, while double standard ensuite rooms with sea views are located on the ground and third floors.

Dining & Nearby Options

A continental breakfast buffet is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM, offering various cereals, breads, and pastries. Guests can enjoy local dining at nearby restaurants, including Mermaids Cafe Bar and Tavernetta, all located within 0.5 miles.

Leisure Activities

Westward Ho Hotel allows pets and is equipped with a garden for guest relaxation. Activities such as hiking, cycling, and watersports are also available in the area, including diving and fishing opportunities.

Transportation & Local Attractions

For transportation, Trinity Gardens bus stop is a 5-minute walk away, while Folkestone Central train station is just 1 miles from Westward Ho Hotel. Nearby attractions include the Folkestone Harbour Arm and Lower Leas Coastal Park, both within a short distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Heating

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Family Room Sea View

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Folkestone600 m

Airports

London City (LCY) 112.3 km

London Southend (SEN) 130.1 km

Train

Folkestone Central Railway Station900 m

Eurotunnel UK 4.0 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious and Bright

“The family room we stayed in was exceptionally spacious and bright, providing a comfortable atmosphere for the entire family to enjoy.” view full review

Delicious Breakfast Options

“The breakfast selection was satisfactory, with great gluten-free options and delicious croissants that fueled our day perfectly.” view full review

Easy Parking Access

“The private parking option made our arrival straightforward and hassle-free, with a quick setup of our parking permit.” view full review

Convenient Shared Facilities

“Having access to a shared microwave was fantastic for our family, especially when traveling with kids who needed quick meals.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Off-site car park
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Vending machines

Sports & Fitness

Wind surfing
Diving
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area

Room features

Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

13 Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, United Kingdom, CT20 2EL

Map view

street view

13 Clifton Crescent, Folkestone, United Kingdom, CT20 2EL

City landmarks

Train Station

The Leas Lift

740 m

Harbour Approach Rd The Station House Folkestone Harbour

Folkestone Harbour Arm

1.7 km

The Metropole The Leas

Folk Stones Mark Wallinger

840 m

Church

Church Of The Holy Trinity

840 m

The Road of Rememberance

World War One Memorial Arch

1.0 km

Church

The Parish Church of St Mary and St Eanswythe

1.0 km

The Leas

The Leas Bandstand

720 m

Leas Cliff Hall The Leas

The Leas Promenade

840 m

48 Tontine Street

Heaven Is A Place Where Nothing Ever Happens Nathan Coley

1.3 km

Museum

Folkestone Museum

1.0 km

Garden

Kingsnorth Gardens

840 m

The Leas

Zig Zag Path

1.2 km

Gallery

Georges House Gallery

1.2 km

Gallery

Sentient Gallery

1.3 km

The Old High Street & Tontine Street

Folkestone Creative Quarter

1.2 km

Art object

The Folkestone Mermaid Cornelia Parker

1.6 km

Park

Radnor Park

840 m

Church

St Peter's Church

1.5 km

West Terrace

War Memorial 1914-18

810 m

Lowe Sandgate Road

The Colour of Water Spencer Finch

840 m

Leas Cliff Hall The Leas

The Whispers Christian Boltanski

840 m

Art object

William Harvey Statue

840 m

Sir John Moore Barracks

The Gurkha Visitor Centre

1.3 km

Park

Enbrook Park

2.2 km

Gallery

Hoard Gallery

1.6 km

Beach

Sunny Sands

1.7 km

Church

All Souls Cheriton

2.2 km

Park

East Cliff and Warren Country Park

2.7 km

Garden House Orchards Saltwood

The American Garden

3.2 km

Nearby

Park

Lower Leas Coastal Park

580 m

Restaurants

Folkestone Kebab House

500 m

Sandgate Road

Leas Cliff Hall Cafe Bar

400 m

Leas Cliff Hall The Leas

Papas Fish Restaurant & Takeaway

770 m

110 Sandgate Road

Butty's

680 m

43 Bouverie Road West

Ho Ho

650 m

53 Bouverie Road West

Le Cafe Ganmac

720 m

121 Sandgate Road

Rocco's

740 m

119 Sandgate Road

Papa John's

760 m

115 Sandgate Road

The Little Place... Next Door

880 m

22 Cheriton Place

Food for Thought

860 m

11 Cheriton Place

Massimo's Italian Ice Cream

840 m

14 Cheriton Place

B r e W

560 m

83 Cheriton Road Folkestone Central and Folkestone Bus Station

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

view

friendly staff

uncomfy beds

pricey

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

5.3

Location

8.7

Service

9.3

Dining

7.5

Chris

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.0/10

The hotel has a fantastic quiet location right on the seafront, and the service was outstanding with incredibly accommodating staff. The room could be improved as the double bed was very uncomfortable, but the large walk-in shower was a plus point. Overall, a good value for money stay.

Rooms

5.0

The double bed was very uncomfortable and needs to be changed for better rest; the room was in a very poor condition.

Service

9.0

The staff had the most wonderful manner and could not be more accommodating.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a quiet location right on the seafront, which was great for relaxation.

Dining

5.0

Facilities

7.0

The housekeeping service was efficient.

Charles

United Kingdom, February 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers rooms in very poor condition but with a great view and a large walk-in shower. The service is outstanding, with staff having the most wonderful manner and being extremely accommodating. The location is superb, right on the seafront and close to Leas Park and the old town.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are in a very poor condition but offer a great view and a large walk-in shower.

Service

10.0

The staff has the most wonderful manner and is incredibly accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel boasts a superb location right on the seafront, close to the old town and Leas Park.

Dining

7.0

Facilities

8.0

The facilities seem satisfactory based on the overall experience.

William

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is in a stunning location right on the sea, offering a quiet and beautiful seaside experience. The rooms are clean and feature a large walk-in shower, although the double bed could be more comfortable for a better rest. The service is extraordinary, with a team that goes out of their way to accommodate guests, making the stay truly wonderful.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms feature a large walk-in shower and offer great views. However, the double bed is very uncomfortable and needs upgrading.

Service

9.0

The service here is exceptional, with staff who have the most wonderful manner and are incredibly accommodating.

Location

9.0

The hotel is in a quiet location right on the seafront, offering easy access to a beautiful seaside promenade along Folkestone harbour.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offers a variety of fish and meat dishes, catering to different tastes.