Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

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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. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a business center.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is SAR 260
SAR 312 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

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A coffee station with a tray, two cups, a coffee pot, and packets of creamer.

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

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

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a brown headboard.

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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A coffee station with a tray, two cups, a coffee pot, and packets of creamer.

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

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A hotel room with two single beds, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a small wooden nightstand.

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(29 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with curtains.

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Folkestone is home to Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG. Folkestone Harbour 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 Hythe Beach and Folkestone Beach. Leas Cliff Hall and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Folkestone travel guide
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Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN

What's nearby

  • A coastal cliff with a rocky shoreline and a distant pier.
    Kent Downs
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A lighthouse at dusk with a pink sky.
    Folkestone Harbour
    6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • A view of a building with a red roof and a white tent-like structure in the foreground.
    Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens
    12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • The Tower Theatre
    2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Elham Valley Railway Museum
    3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Folkestone West Station
    4 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Golden Brown
    3 min drive
  • Brunch and Varrel
    4 min drive
  • Brunch & Barrel
    3 min drive
  • Gurkha Chautari
    3 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 center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Self parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and 4 meeting rooms
    • An elevator, 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 like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
    • Children's books, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: FuturePlus. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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 24 Shawwal 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG on 1 Dhuʻl-Qiʻdah 2026 start from SAR 260, excluding 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?

Self parking is available for GBP 6 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?

Check-out 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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
Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 289 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1002 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , very helpful easy check in process
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent destination for a stop over before catching the shuttle. Staff very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient for channel tunnel, only 5 mins drive. Great parking at low cost.good restaurant at reasonable prices. Lovely staff, especially Cameron on reception. Comfortable room although no mini bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a short stay the night before getting Le Shuttle early the next morning. It is very close to the terminal (10min drive). We had an issue with our key card but the front desk staff were helpful and sorted it out. Good buffet breakfast included.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean hotel about 8 mins drive from the Le Shuttle entrance. Staff were so friendly and helpful. Great range of meals available for dinner , lovely little bar for alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks. Breakfast was available from 6am so we could grab something before our early start ( English and continental choices. Definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Convenient stay for le Shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved staying at this hotel. Very friendly staff, fabulous location, especially if have an early start from the Channel tunnel. Clean room, comfy beds, really good restaurant if you want something quick. Early basic breakfast from 4am or cooked breakfast after 6am. Really good value, we will be regular visitors!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Did the job for a reasonable price. Can’t say fairer than that! Staff were lovely
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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As always, everything was excellent and the staff were super friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and spacious. Quiet and staff were friendly and helpful. Food was AWFUL - we went to thr bar for dinner and breakfast and regretted both!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very convenient, ideally located when travelling to France. The room was spacious and clean. Breakfast was nice and available very early. The staff was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here three times now, nice to see some of the original staff, very friendly and helpful, excellent location for Le Shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time the stuff was super kind and helpful especially Chris, who was super friendly and gave us good advice for a nice walk.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a 1 night stay before catching the eurotunnel. Everything was brilliant, staff at check in as we arrived quite late, clean room, comfy bed and breakfast the next day. We also had our dog with us and they gave us a goody bag for her too!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good hotel,busy but quiet. Staff very helpful and friendly. Great location for Shuttle. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy and a good one night stopover as always
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean great shower. Only problem was defective A/C So room very stuffy. Had to open the window, but that let all the noise in. But would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient location,friendly staff and good value room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for the channel tunnel, friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would go as far as to say it the best and cleanest and friendly holiday in I have ever stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, friendly staff & breakfast was good. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for the Channel Tunnel. Friendly staff and so good that breakfast is available early for those early morning departures.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast menu was fresh and the staff was helpful. It’s a great place to use the night before your travel on Le Shuttle. Super dog friendly with little gift pack for our dog. I would definitely recommend .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Polite friendly staff, tasty breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for euro tunnel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026