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Cheap Hotels Near Folkestone, UK

Folkestone is small city of around 53,000 residents in England's Kent county. The city has the only sandy beach near North London, attracting weekenders for that very reason. In addition to its picturesque beach, Folkestone offers a wide range of activities including shopping, nature walks and historical sightseeing. The city offers a wide range of budget accommodations for thrifty travelers but book ahead for summer weekends and holidays.

The Grand Burstin
- This large two-star hotel overlooks Folkestone harbor. The Grand Burstin is a family-friendly hotel that can help you arrange day trips to France just across the English channel. Each of the 481 rooms includes air conditioning, cable television, telephone, radio, refrigerator, modem lines, iron/ironing board, hairdryer, coffeemaker and balcony, many of which have water views. Relax in The Grand Burstin's indoor swimming pool, solarium, sauna and up-to-date fitness gym. The hotel also has two restaurants where you can enjoy a fully English breakfast or a dinner of classic roast meats and veggies.
  
  The Grand Burstin
  
  Marine Parade, The Harbour
  
  Folkestone, Kent CT201TX
  
  England, UK
  
  011-44-0871-222-0048
  
  grandburstinhotel.co.uk
The Carlton Hotel
- The Carlton Hotel overlooks the English Channel from atop the Folkestone Leas cliffs. On clear days you can actually see France in the distance. This year-round, no-frills hotel offers budget accommodations with 69 rooms that include private bathrooms, cable TV, coffee and tea making facilities, central heating and air-conditioning. The Carlton's on-site restaurant offers a set dinner menu with your choice of appetizer, main course and dessert, as well as full English breakfast and fresh homemade soups. The Carlton also features an additional entertainment room where you can hear live music several nights a week during high season.
  
  The Carlton Hotel
  
  16/19 The Leas
  
  Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2 DU
  
  England, UK
  
  011-44-0130-325-3290
  
  thecarlton.org
The Salisbury
- This well-kept two-star hotel doesn't offer anything fancy, but you can enjoy views of the English Channel from from atop the Folkestone Leas. The Salisbury is open throughout the year and offers special off-season packages as well as New Year's and Christmas deals. Rooms are basic but include en-suite bathrooms, color TV, central heating, and coffee and tea making facilities. The majority of the rooms also have views of the water, and you can request a ground floor room. The Salisbury's standard English menu features classics like breaded haddock and grilled salmon steak. The Salisbury also offers a function room for dances, parties and other events.
  
  The Salisbury Hotel
  
  30-32 Clifton Gardens
  
  Folkestone, Kent CT20 2EF
  
  England, UK
  
  011-44-0130-325-2102
  
  thesalisburyhotel.com