The Ship Inn Folkestone

23 The Stade, Folkestone, CT19 6AB, United Kingdom
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The Ship Inn Folkestone

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Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated excellent
Excellent
1,118 reviews

The Ship Inn Folkestone offers accommodations in Folkestone, 1.3 miles from Sandgate Beach and 6.5 miles from Eurotunnel UK. Featuring sea and quiet street views, this guest house also features free Wifi. The accommodation offers full-day security and daily room service for guests. At the guest house, units come with a private bathroom. There is an on-site bar. Popular points of interest near the guest house include Folkestone Beach, Folkestone Harbour, and Folkestone Central Railway Station. London City Airport is 70 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.9
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
8.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jeremy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Great location overlooking the harbour. Very comfortable room.”
  • Nigel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “staff were very friendly, we joined the pub quiz, had a great time.”
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Lovely location, lovely clean accommodation. Friendly welcome to the property. The sandy beach is a five minute walk away.”
  • Kellyn
    United States United States
    “We wanted to have the experience of staying above a pub. I was actually quiet in our room and very convenient to good drinks and terrific food. We had a view of the harbor and watching the tide come in and out was fascinating. The staff were very,...”
  • Nelli
    Armenia Armenia
    “The location was perfect, walking distance to the sandy beach and town center. We had all we needed: towels, shower gel, tea and coffee and snacks.”
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Friendliness of staff and locals. Perfect pint(s) of Stella, good grub, quiet night's sleep, great view. Most enjoyable.”
  • Mikhail
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Wonderful stay - the room is tiny, but it is expected from the historical pub. View is stunning, pub downstairs is cozy and pleasant with great fish and chips - must try!”
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The room was gorgeous, the staff were very sweet and the food downstairs at the pub was to die for!! Would absolutely book again!”
  • Diane
    United States United States
    “Great view of the waterside activity outside our third-story room.”
  • Luana
    United States United States
    “This location didn't offer breakfast but we knew that. We loved the quaintness of this place! It was so cute and going out the back door with the pretty back entrance with flowers and the gate was very nice. The fishing pier was literally out...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.5Based on 1,111 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Overlooking Folkestone’s stunning harbour, The Ship Inn Bar & Guest Accommodation is well known for its selection of real ales, amazing home-cooked food with an emphasis on locally sourced fish, but what makes us the pride of Folkestone is our homely welcome - extended to our friends far and near, both old and new to our small, yet idyllic pub, right on the Harbour.

Neighborhood info

Folkestone is a resort town in southeast Kent, a popular seaside destination for holidaymakers, the older part of town is a lovely mix of Georgian buildings, cobbled streets, and a long, sweeping promenade along the seafront. Our Bar & Accommodation is located right on the harbour, providing breathtaking views of the bay.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Ship Inn Folkestone
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom

Activities

  • Live music/Performance

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
The Ship Inn Folkestone takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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 over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardJCBMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

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

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Ship Inn Folkestone of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about The Ship Inn Folkestone

  • The Ship Inn Folkestone offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Live music/Performance

  • Check-in at The Ship Inn Folkestone is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Ship Inn Folkestone may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Ship Inn Folkestone is 1.1 miles from the center of Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,300 feet from The Ship Inn Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Ship Inn Folkestone include:

    • Double
    • Twin
    • Triple