Set in leafy gardens, overlooking the Leas Promenade and English Channel, the Burlington Hotel is just a 10-minute walk from Folkestone's town center, the beach, and a 15-minute walk from Folkestone Harbour. This grand Victorian building offers spacious rooms with en-suite bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, hairdryers, and free WiFi. Superior and Deluxe rooms also enjoy partial sea views. Pets are welcome at the Burlington and can be accommodated in standard and superior rooms at an additional charge of £20 per pet per night which is payable on arrival. The hotel must be informed of any pets traveling with guests prior to arrival. The popular Bay Tree Bar & Grill serves modern British food with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. The Cocktail Bar offers a stylish and contemporary ambiance and has a wide range of premium brand spirits, locally sourced beers, wines, and a cocktail menu curated by an experienced team of mixologists. The Channel Tunnel Terminal and the M20 are just 4 miles away and Dover Ferry Terminals are 10 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Best Western Plus
Hotel chain/brand
Best Western Plus

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegan, Buffet

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Kelvin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Room comfortable and clean. We really liked the excellent shower and bathroom. Breakfast was excellent and staff very attentive and friendly. Reception staff also very welcoming and friendly and informative.
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Excellent staff, lovely room. Hotel rooms felt newly decorated. Very comfortable
Belinda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
It was very dog friendly in a nice location with beach & good dog walks very near
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Convenient to the location we were visiting, staff very attentive and friendly, room clean and comfortable.
Helene
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely cocktails. Very dog friendly. Good location. Knowledgeable and friendly staff
Dimpsie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Staff are helpful, friendly and professional. Rooms are nicely decorated. The bar areas are excellent, especially the cocktail bar. Breakfast is excellent with a range of cooked options. Location is very good,close to seafront but also within easy...
Amanda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Beautiful hotel and very clean.Customer service excellent and lovely resturant.
Jaymie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
the hotel is a beautifully maintained period property that has been tastefully modernised to an excellent standard, the pricing was good and we were offered an upgrade at a reduced price and stayed in a premier room. I so glad we did as it made...
Peggylee67
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely welcome..nice room.no noise.clean.soft large towels Fluffy.comfortable bed..hot shower Frendly.from reception to dining room. Breakfast choice good.and tasty.. Just lovely hotel We will return again..
Michelle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely room and comfortable stay, only a few mins walk to the Lees sea front which is a beautiful walk.

Hotel surroundings

Food & Drink

Breakfast

  • Very good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$22.74 per person.
  • Served daily
    07:00 to 10:00
  • Food
    Bread • Pastries • Butter • Cheese • Cold meat • Eggs • Yogurt • Fruit • Jam
Bay Tree Grill
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Service
    Breakfast
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
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House rules

Burlington Hotel, BW Premier Collection by Best Western takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

The hotel has a car charging point on-site now as a new service.

A credit/debit card pre-authorisation will be required at check-in to cover the full amount for your stay (if not prepaid) plus an additional amount for incidentals and potential charges. The pre-authorisation is completed when you check out, and any unused funds will be released back to your card. If you experience delays in funds being released back to your card or bank, please contact your card issuer directly.

The Bay Tree Grill will be closed for dinner service from December 23, 2025, to December 26, 2025.