Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

3.0 star property

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Indoor pool
Double Sea View Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Gym
Indoor wedding

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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The Harbour, Folkestone, England, CT20 1TX
  • Place, Folkestone Harbour
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Folkestone Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Leas Cliff Hall
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

Twin Sea View Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(34 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(86 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Sea View Room

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Folkestone

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone places you next to Folkestone Harbour and within a 5-minute walk of Quarterhouse. This 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 550 rooms and conveniences like an indoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Folkestone Harbour - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Quarterhouse - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Folkestone Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lower Leas Coastal Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Leas Cliff Hall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Folkestone Harbour Station - 7 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Buoy - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Marleys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brewing Brothers - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Steep Street Coffee House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kipps' Alehouse - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone features a nightclub, an indoor pool, and a gym. Self parking is offered for GBP 5 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include coffee makers, desks, and free toiletries.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center.

Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 to 15 for adults and GBP 6 to 10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Harbour Restaurant
  • Victorian Restaurant

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 to 15.00 for adults, and GBP 6 to 10.00 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per day
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 25.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Facilities fee: GBP 4.00 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; swimming pool; fitness facilities

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone on Apr 12, 2026 start from $60, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

Guests positively rate the hotel's location in Folkestone, just steps from Folkestone Harbour, and within a 10-minute walk of Folkestone Beach and Quarterhouse. You'll also find Leas Cliff Hall and Sandgate Beach less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5 per day.

Does Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone include a casino?

No, Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool.

Is Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including 2 restaurants, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone has 2 restaurants, and serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone for a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone.

Does Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone if that's in your vacation plans.

Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 276 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 184 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 137 out of 1001 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Zoe

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The positives: great location and has a car park (£5 a day) Bad parts: Check in is from 2:30 but rooms available from 4. We arrived at 5:30 and told we needed to wait 45 minutes because no rooms were clean. No empathy or apology for this. The hotel is VERY tired and looks like it was decorated in the late 60’s. On entering the hotel there is a strong smell of smoke due to people Congregating near there smoking. The quality of fixtures and fittings is around one grade below a travel lodge everything is VERY basic. The rooms don’t even have towels for example. The room was cheap and the location was good for us but despite this we wouldn’t return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amanda

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great atmosphere, very friendly and helpful staff, good standard clean rooms, value for money
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

musa

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Basic rooms but close to harbour and town Good views
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is in need of a complete renovation. The hallways are gloomy and have a prison feel. The wood chip needs to go, carpets replacing and the furniture updating. We were in a family room and transitted through many fire doors to get to our room. The room was large and sufficient, but only had 1 towel bundle for a single person.the water pressure is also woeful! On a plus note it was cheap and the breakfast good. The staff were polite and parking only £5
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
No hot water in the room from either the hand basin or bath taps. Maintenance could not fix this, so I had to change rooms in the early hours of the morning. Shower on new room wasn't working. Finding a parking space was difficult. Asked for compensation and was only offered a balcony room next time if I book direct.
No hot water, tap fully on
Bedroom
Ensuite
Bedroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
So it's a budget hotel and that's okay... I've stayed before so knew that in advance and last time was fine. But this time was very bad. Basically a number of basic things wrong. Shower didn't work, i.e. I couldn't move the plunger from bath to shower head. When I did then water went everywhere. Then I found there was no hot water (night or morning) and was just running cold. Plus the shower gel and hand wash bottle were empty. Also the room was 13.5c when I got in and the heater wouldn't stay on. So I had to give up with heat. I was staying to get the Le Shuttle early the next morning, so I didn't need anything fancy. Sadly it was a terrible night sleep in the cold and no shower the next morning. I told a member of staff the next day and they were a bit disinterested. He said 'you should have asked as we have some shower gel here somewhere' - totally missed the point. Anyway, I sent the hotel a note to see if they would put it right and nothing came back. So seems like they don't really care which is a shame.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Wesley

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was clean .their was fresh towels.the staff were friendly. Good entertainment. Breakfasts was quite good .but the way the tea and coffee area was set out was not good .and i found the coffee and milk jugs heavy to lift.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Georgina

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This is a good 2 star hotel. If you go in expecting more than a 2 star then you will be disappointed. The only negative I would say is that there was a private event on so we were in the bar area for the entertainment. Limited seating for the size of hotel when the big hall is shut for an event night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah-Jayne

Liked: Staff & service
Having stayed here numerous times before we weren’t as happy as usual the room was very dated and the corridor had a very pungent smell of cigarette smoke. We will definitely pay the extra to upgrade the room as we have never had a problem before when having the Seaview Double Rooms
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Bar staff incredibly slow and always moaning about things and exclaiming how busy they are 🙄 The mini market (In Lobby) on the Sunday needs a visit from trading standards lots of fake goods ! Louis bitton and the north pace reps
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

dave

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Russell

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff are very friendly and welcoming. The hotel is dated but comfortable,clean and great value for money. It is situated right in the hub of the harbour and close to the old town and shops. We've stayed here a couple of times and will definitely be coming,back. Theres great entertainment daily and a real feel of that holiday feeling .
View from our balcony
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff is great! Su was amazing! They have great happy hour! :-) I completely recommend it, the rooms with balcony have an amazing view!! The only thing I will recommend to the hotel is to care bit more of the cleanness. The cleaning lady's are great people but they need to do the cleaning bit better. If gets better cleaning I will give an extra star.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only had room only, it was a nice room, parking is a bit hit and miss, the lifts are also a bit hit and miss. Stayed here quite a few times and would stay again and i would recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nivaldo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025