Located by the sea, Southcliff Hotel offers a scenic retreat with 9 holes of golf and a charming terrace. Stay connected with in-room WiFi and take advantage of free self parking, luggage storage, outdoor furniture, banquet hall amenities for events and meetings.
Papa's Fish & Chips - Sandgate Road - 3 min walk
Butty's - 4 min walk
The Radnor Arms - 5 min walk
About this property
OYO The Southcliff Hotel
When you stay at OYO The Southcliff Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. You'll have free perks like WiFi and self parking. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park.
Languages
English, French
At a glance
Hotel size
68 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
What to do
Beach access
Golfing nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1865
Terrace
Adjacent to a golf course
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Be entertained
22-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Also known as
Southcliff Folkestone
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The Southcliff Folkestone, Kent, UK
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The Southcliff
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Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at OYO The Southcliff Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What's the area around OYO The Southcliff Hotel like?
OYO The Southcliff 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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OYO The Southcliff Hotel Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
6.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Good
Feb 24, 2025
Functional
Basic functional hotel for a short overnight stay, hotel is clean on reflection ( towels bedding bathroom etc ) but it is aged and somewhat run down
DEAN
DEAN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 20, 2024
Great
Kiera
Kiera, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 6, 2024
This was a nice hotel for us to meet up with family in town and not have to drive home. The staff were friendly and the room was clean, and had everything you needed. The view of the sea was a lovely way to wake up. I'm certain when all the refurbishment is complete and the dining options come back, that this is a hotel we will use again.
Ivan
Ivan, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 14, 2024
We had a very pleasant stay in this establishment and I would book it again for a stay in Folkestone
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 8, 2024
I like the sea view and staff are friendly and helpful but the hotel is out dated needs bright colours in the hallways and photos need to be more modern.
THOMAS
THOMAS, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 28, 2024
Perfect location for access to the town and harbour.
Breathtaking views, lovely terrace area with sea views.
Friendly and helpful staff always on hand.
Robert
Robert, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 5, 2024
Lovely sea view
Although there was scaffolding on the building, we had a lovely sea view room. Decor was old, but it was clean and staff were very friendly and very helpful. We had a lovely 2 days thank you
Marcus
Marcus, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 1, 2024
You get what you pay for. Bed’s uncomfortable. No water pressure.
Great location. Place to stay.
Would stay again for price.
Zachary
Zachary, 2-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 25, 2024
We stayed in building site, everywhere was dusty, inadequate shower, hallway sometimes no electricity due to building work. Marketing trick is photo of hotel and condition of hotel completely different, advert shows hotel but reality is building site. Also there is no parking space for the hotel.
Erdogan
Erdogan, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2022
Great stay
Shane
Shane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2024
home from home
lovely three day stay to attend family event,no food available at hotel but no worries pleanty of places to eat nearby, its a bit dated but so are we and at least its not all grey and white it felt comfortable i would stay again
barbara
barbara, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 14, 2024
Good, basic hotel for an overnight stop
Good, basic hotel. Excellent location on the cliffs close to the centre of Folkestone, but looking a bit run down internally. There is some on-street parking (paid) or a car park near by and on street parking is free overnight. There was building works going on when we stayed, with scaffolding over the building and blue protective film over the bedroom window which didn't do much for the view (over a car park).
Julian
Julian, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Aug 20, 2024
Dirty Hotel
Absolutely disgraceful. Should not be allowed to be called a hotel. More hostel!
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 30, 2024
The staff was really helpful and friendly and the bed was really nice to lay in the balcony was nice as it was really hot it was clean I would of given it 5 stars but as the sink Leaked
All over the floor and taps moved and no plug for the Barth I give it 4 stars but over all it was really nice I would stay there again
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 16, 2024
Clean but under renovation. Very lovely location, lots of room choices, great place to spend a couple nights. Gave snacks too. Comfortable and budget friendly. Great little cocktail bar, with a billiard room.
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Paula
Paula, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 16, 2022
Property is great for long or short stays reasonable price.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 28, 2024
Old but can still get the job done
Remodeling leaking bathroom walls were paper thin. People were nice. Bed was very comfy. 1 cup of coffee was 6 bucks. Wow!!
Bobby
Bobby, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 17, 2024
Really dated property.
Not 3 stars definitely no more than 2.
The only real positives were the staff were friendly and helpful and it was centrally located.
Would not choose to stay here again under any circumstances.
Sandra
Sandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 21, 2024
Very basic but just wat I needed staff friendly
Lorinda
Lorinda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
The property has all the charm of a facility of its age and location. The staff was amazingly helpful and kind. Understandably, they abide quite strictly to their check in times, but I appreciate that they were willing to store my bags until check in time so that I could explore the charming area on the seafront and adjacent high street area. The building is undergoing some extensive renovations, but none of that detracted from nor disrupted my experience.
Donoo
Donoo, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Aug 24, 2024
Under huge renovations and highly overpriced, no room service or mini fridge and bar closes at 11 because”I need to go home”??!! However it was a stones throw from the Leas venue and literally just a bed to sleep on, if it had a bath and more comfortable beds it would have been ok .. not going back
Stacey
Stacey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Mar 13, 2024
Run down, but cheap and clean.
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2024
79’ Chic
I had read the reviews and think many were unfair. I have paid significant sums to stay in hotels in Brighton trying to create that 70’s vibe. This hotel achieved that at a fraction of the price. From the Lino in the bathroom to the 70’s curtains I could have imagined my parents staying there. Those who say it should be bulldozed miss the charm of the scaffolding and builders walking past while you showered
Ron
Ron, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 30, 2024
The property needs to bulldozed and something else built. Black mold everywhere, windows would only open about inch. Like a sauna, had to buy a fan. Staff (people at the desk) were excellent. Would never recommend Again staff were great the two we met.
Lesa
Lesa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 23, 2024
This was literally a stop and go early next morning. The room was dated but spotlessly clean and everything worked as it should. Plenty of tea and coffee supplies👍.