About this property
Historic Setting: Westward Ho Hotel in Folkestone is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming atmosphere. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy water sports facilities, a beautiful garden, and a spacious terrace. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, sea or garden views, and modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free toiletries. Dining Experience: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, buffet, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices. Prime Location: Located 111 km from London City Airport, the hotel is a short walk from Folkestone Beach and close to attractions like Folkestone Harbour.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Neil
United Kingdom
“Away on business and a very late booking, an hour before i checked in! Hence i didn't have high expectations. Pleasantly surprised. Great price and location. Room was decent, bathroom very clean. Breakfast was good. No cooked option, however...” - James
Australia
“room had everything I needed for an overnight stay. Bed was comfortable, shower was warm. Parking was straight out front for my motorcycle which was handy and secure as I could see it rom my window.” - Lucy
United Kingdom
“Location is great for the beach front and centre of Folkestone. Easy access to harbour area and lots of walks. Staff in hotel were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great, room was clean tidy and cosy.” - Susan
Australia
“Views. Location and traditional seaside hotel vibe. Breakfast staff were lovely.” - Hans
Netherlands
“Lovely place in a lovely town located near a beautiful coastline” - Derek
United Kingdom
“Good location, easy parking system. Good breakfast choices.” - Louise
United Kingdom
“My double bedroom had a lot of character and the bed was comfortable. I liked the quick touch bedside lamps. The fresh fruit salad at breakfast was good and the staff were very polite and helpful.” - Fiona
New Zealand
“It was a simple room in a guesthouse that once upon of time would have been quiet grand. Now it’s is a little shabby. The guest house is situated in a very pretty street and is close to the beach, restaurants and bars. Breakfast was good. It is...” - Tina
United Kingdom
“Host was lovely, room was clean, such a nice place, close to shops, brill” - Joseph
United Kingdom
“Room was clean and airy. It had a brilliant view of the beach and sea. There was a thoughtful piece of chocolate, clean towels, comfortable beds and the bathroom was clean as well.”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
Children 17 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Westward Ho Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.