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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

3.0 star property
Savor an international cuisine bistro experience or unwind on the sunny terrace overlooking Folkestone Harbour.

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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

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Room options

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

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

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

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

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

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

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

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

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

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(25 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
Map
Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs
    Kent Downs
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Folkestone Harbour
    Folkestone Harbour
    6 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • The Tower Theatre
    2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Elham Valley Railway Museum
    3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Peene Quarry Country Park
    5 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Folkestone West Station
    4 min drive
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW)
    84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Brunch & Barrel
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    8 min walk
  • Golden Brown
    3 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    4 min drive
  • KFC
    4 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 an elevator
  • 4 meeting rooms, luggage storage, and a vending machine
  • Coworking spaces, a front-desk safe, and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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 eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, children's books, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Self parking on site (GBP 6 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Great Room

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business center
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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.

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: GBP 6 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

Folkestone Holiday Inn Express
Folkestone Tunnel
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel
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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel
Tunnel Folkestone
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel Folkestone
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel Kent, UK
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Hotel

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 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. 588 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t quite realise how ideally situated it is to the tunnel to France Staff very friendly and helpful, particularly with directions to the terminal We had a meal of an evening which was more than nice enough and breakfast as well, which is well presented and laid out fine selection plenty enough for the road
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

paul

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
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6/10 Okay

aman

Liked: Staff & service
A standard basic room and facilities - absolutely fine for a base to explore the area and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room, friendly staff & breakfast was good. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Convenient location,friendly staff and good value room and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Margaret

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

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent room and comfy bed. Breakfast was suffient especially for the price paid
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff all good, spacious room, large bed, a good night's sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly & helpful, room very clean. We would definitely stay again & recommend you to our friends & family. Thank you😁
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, good size clean room, perfect for Le Shuttle. Good breakfast Great value for money and Tesla chargers in car park
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff excellent breakfast great position for tunnel
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in - comfortable room with great amenities and a well organised and varied breakfast. A great stopover for the Chunnel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Staff friendly and helpful . Room very clean bathroom spotless bed comfortable. Food was okay .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, and lovely staff- especially with the children!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was fantastic couldn't do enough for you! Brilliant. Room was lovely and clean, food was fantastic. Bar staff was quick and very friendly. Lovely place too stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and modern. Matched the description. Great location for the tunnel. We had a late check in and the reception team were super welcoming and dog friendly too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

IAIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Well located for Shuttle, easy to find, good on site parking. Excellent, helpful reception. Room excellent for this price point - good amenities and comfortable. Huge bed! Breakfast included - cold buffet available from 0400 which is great for early starts, hot from 0600. Will use again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Uriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We spend a night with my family, very friendly staffs, kids love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room and very convenient for le Shuttle. Massive Tesco and a Mc Donald’s on same road.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and comfortable bed Staff very helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly welcome. Clean room. Decent buffet breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025