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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A person sitting on a red bench in a Holiday Inn Express lobby, holding a book.
A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central table.
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a modern building with large windows in the background.
A reception area with a wooden counter, a phone, and a clear plastic barrier.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $86
$72 nightly
$86 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Cheriton Parc, Cheriton High St, Folkestone, England, CT18 8AN
  • Place, Kent Downs
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Tower Theatre
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Elham Valley Railway Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

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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
(60 reviews)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 205 sq ft
  • 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
(39 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Folkestone

Located in Folkestone, Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG is within a 10-minute drive of Leas Cliff Hall and Folkestone Harbour. .This hotel is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Hythe Beach and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Folkestone Beach.

What's nearby

  • Kent Downs - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Tower Theatre - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Elham Valley Railway Museum - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Folkestone Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Folkestone Harbour - 6 min drive - 3.9 miles

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

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. This Folkestone hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
You can enjoy a meal at The Great Room serving the guests of Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. This hotel has 4 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 6:00 AM and 9:30 AM.
The Great Room - This bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

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
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

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
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • JCB International
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
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

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Folkestone Tunnel
Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Channel Tunnel Hotel
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Tunnel Folkestone
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Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 569 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Great stop for Le Shuttle.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good clean room, air conditioning was good, staff were excellent. Good location, easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights 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
Lovely hotel for a night stay before a long day traveling
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok for a quick stopover before taking the euro tunnel. It’s a bit dated now in terms of decor and rooms but the staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel,busy but quiet. Staff very helpful and friendly. Great location for Shuttle. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

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

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Perfect for an early morning tunnel trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All very good, perfect stop for the chunnel
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was functional but not great staff were good and there was a good choice at breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stop over before the tunnel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff were brilliant, welcoming and friendly. Breakfast had a decent selections.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quick overnight stop before using the tunnel crossing the next morning. Easy check in, decent car park, clean and comfortable, with petrol station a few hundred yards away. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

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, 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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best holiday inn express such lovely staff so friendly and very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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
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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was better than I remembered from earlier visits. All I all a very good stopping off point for cross channel journies. Pity about the parking charge
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