The Carlton Hotel  

On Folkestone’s cliff‑top promenade, The Carlton Hotel perches on The Leas within easy walking distance of the town centre. It’s a short stroll to Leas Cliff Hall (about 175 metres), Leas Lift and Lower Leas Coastal Park, and around a 10‑minute drive to the Channel Tunnel Terminal and Dover ports. Dover Castle and the White Cliffs sit roughly 9–9.5 miles away, with Port Lympne also within a 15‑minute drive.

This traditional Victorian, sea‑facing hotel has 70 guestrooms, many with lovely sea views. Rooms are en suite and include TVs and tea/coffee makers; bathrooms offer tubs or showers and hair dryers. Expect a cosy lobby with a fireplace, a terrace and a picnic area, plus live music and dancing in the bar a few nights each week.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self parking are standard, with 24‑hour reception and concierge services on site. Relax in the bar/lounge, grab a bite at the restaurant or deli, and book local tours at the desk. Wake up to sea‑breeze mornings and take in cliff‑top views from the terrace or picnic area.

The hotel offers a business centre, two meeting rooms and express check‑in/out, plus complimentary wireless internet throughout. Banquet facilities and dry‑cleaning services are also available for events and stays.

The Leas Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with good‑value, locally influenced dishes; continental breakfast is served daily (7:30–9:30, fee applies). The Leas Bar overlooks Folkestone and the English Channel, serves drinks and hosts evening entertainment, and the chef can cater for special dietary requests if notified in advance.