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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3.0 star property
Folkestone hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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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

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
The current price is CNY693
CNY831 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

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Room amenity

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Room amenity

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Tower Theatre - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Elham Valley Railway Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Peene Quarry Country Park - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Folkestone Beach - 6 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 84 min drive
  • Folkestone West Station - 4 min drive
  • Hythe Sandling Station - 6 min drive
  • Folkestone Eurotunnel Station - 21 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Golden Brown - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brunch & Barrel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal cheriton - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

  • Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Leas Cliff Hall. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out The Great Room, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 100 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • 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.
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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 cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 6 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Children's books

Working away

  • Business center
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle parking
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Waste recycling policy

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

The Great Room - This bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in FuturePlus, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on New Year's Eve:
  • Dining venue(s)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 6 per day

Policies

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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
Cashless transactions are available.
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.

Also known as

Folkestone Holiday Inn Express
Folkestone Tunnel
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel
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Tunnel Folkestone
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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 6 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Hythe Beach (1.9 mi) and Leas Cliff Hall (2.8 mi), along with Folkestone Harbour (4.5 mi) and Folkestone Beach (4.7 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG?

Yes, The Great Room offers alfresco dining and international cuisine.

What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG like?

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG is located a short 5-minute walk from Kent Downs.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was plentiful, hot, and offered a good choice of hot and cold dishes. (103 reviews)
  • The hotel's proximity to the Le Shuttle was highly convenient and a major selling point for many guests. (36 reviews)
  • The hotel is very dog friendly and welcoming to pets. (16 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and tidy and a good one night stopover as always
Joanna, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Parking lot is very tight! Room was clean and Quiet
Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great hotel for the channel tunnel, friendly and helpful staff
Noel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location for euro tunnel
Tracy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I would go as far as to say it the best and cleanest and friendly holiday in I have ever stayed in
paul, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and clean, welcomed dogs
karen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I stay here regularly. Staff very professional and accommodating.
Wynter, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Convenient location,friendly staff and good value room and breakfast.
Daniel, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable room, friendly staff & breakfast was good. Would stay again
Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location for the le shuttle
Sam, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Polite friendly staff, tasty breakfast.
Margaret, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Functional stay before an early tunnel crossing. Friendly staff, easy parking (but you’ve got to pay £6/night), and juice and coffee out in the morning before we left.
Oliver, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff were helpful and friendly. Was a bit hot overnight though
Lorraine, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent room and comfy bed. Breakfast was suffient especially for the price paid
Ben, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Cameron welcomed us and was very friendly and helpful. Check in and out was easy. Parking is paid for, again it’s easy. We grabbed a bite in the restaurant area, it was fine, and the prices were good. We slept well and left early for Le Shuttle.
Polly, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff all good, spacious room, large bed, a good night's sleep
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was very clean. Staff very helpful.
Nicola, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very friendly & helpful, room very clean. We would definitely stay again & recommend you to our friends & family. Thank you😁
Marlene, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff excellent breakfast great position for tunnel
Dan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, good size clean room, perfect for Le Shuttle. Good breakfast Great value for money and Tesla chargers in car park
Ian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in - comfortable room with great amenities and a well organised and varied breakfast. A great stopover for the Chunnel.
John, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very helpful staff
Rod, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Perfectly servicable room. Arrived late night after long journey but check in was quick and simple. Didnt have the breakfast that was included as had early shuttle booked. For access to le shuttle really convenient
Emma, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, and lovely staff- especially with the children!
Ellie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly and helpful . Room very clean bathroom spotless bed comfortable. Food was okay .
Gaynor, 1-night trip