Located in the picturesque seaside village of Sandgate, The Royal Norfolk Hotel is a few minutes' walk from the pebble beach. It is directly behind Sandgate Castle, which is a favorite spot for local fishermen catching sea bass and mackerel. Gee's our Bar serves draft lagers and house wines. Free WiFi, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in all rooms at Royal Norfolk. Breakfast is available in the morning. The neighboring town of Folkestone can be reached in a 15-minute walk and features many shops, a cinema, and the Leas Cliffs. Port Lympne Wild Animal Park is a 15-minute drive, and the town of Dover is just 11 miles away. The Royal Norfolk hotel is on a busy High Street that is also the coast road to Brighton!

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.7
Free Wifi
7.3
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pam
    Canada Canada
    Quaint place - 5min walking distance to beach area - very pleasant owners
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good size room offered . comfortable and clean throughout and nice en suite. Very reasonable price.
  • Chris
    United States of America United States of America
    The property owners took very good care of us in a very lovely setting. The hotel is charming and our room had a great view.
  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel manager was so friendly and went over and above to ensure I was comfortable all the staff were so helpful and accomodating
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff were all very welcoming and helpful. The room and bathroom were good and very clean. Breakfast was a choice between Full English and Continental with a good supply of cereals, fruit, coffee, pastries and bread for toasting. There is...
  • Joseph
    United States of America United States of America
    Marvelous traditional inn, neighborhood pub, wonderfully friendly people. Stayed there twice, while traveling back and forth to France.
  • Jack
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location for our trip over to France on the Eurotunnel. Parking for our motorbikes was overlooked by a camera. We even ordered some food which was great through the hotel! Really nice pub on the ground floor, not too noisy! Would...
  • Lorie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    it’s historical beauty and the staff and owners were super accommodating and kind.
  • Steven
    Moldova Moldova
    Location of the hotel is perfect. Restaurant and bar is convenient downstairs. We stayed in January, it might be noisier st peak season
  • Shirley
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean. Fantastic meal and service in the bar in the evening. Great breakfast. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Very friendly all round. I would recommend this place to all of my friends and family.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Gee's Bar
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Amenities of The Royal Norfolk Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Beach
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Karaoke
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities
      Additional charge
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Adults only
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Accessibility
    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules
    The Royal Norfolk Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Adult (18+ years)
    Extra bed upon request
    £25 per person, per night

    Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no cribs available at this property.

    All extra beds are subject to availability.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests can enjoy food on site between 12:30 and 20:00 Monday - Saturday and until 18:00 on Sunday.

    Please note that the Superior Twin Room with Sea View cannot accommodate children under the age of 16.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about The Royal Norfolk Hotel

    • Guests staying at The Royal Norfolk Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Full English/Irish
      • Buffet
    • Check-in at The Royal Norfolk Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Room options at The Royal Norfolk Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Triple
      • Twin
    • The Royal Norfolk Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Karaoke
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
      • Live music/Performance
      • Horseback riding
      • Beach
    • The prices at The Royal Norfolk Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • The Royal Norfolk Hotel is 1.3 miles from the center of Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Royal Norfolk Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • Gee's Bar
    • The nearest beach is 350 feet from The Royal Norfolk Hotel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.