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voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
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Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Location
10.0Positive mentions of location being within walking distance of the main center.
Service
10.0Service was average but mentioned some staff friendliness when encountered.
Value
8.9Overpricing mentioned in several reviews suggests poor value.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
The Portland Hotel
Folkestone, GB
★ 3-star7.2/101,104 reviews
0.03 km (0.02 mi) from original
Our pick
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
Folkestone, GB
★ 4-star8.6/10143 reviews
0.48 km (0.30 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG9.7
The Portland Hotel6.7
Cleanliness
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG9.2
The Portland Hotel6.7
Location
Wards Hotel10.0
The Portland Hotel8.2
Service
Wards Hotel10.0
The Portland Hotel7.7
Food & Breakfast
Wards Hotel10.0
The Portland Hotel6.2
Amenities & Facilities
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG9.2
The Portland Hotel7.2
Value
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG9.2
The Portland Hotel7.7
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG amenity advantages
Concierge service
The Portland Hotel amenity advantages
WiFi availableNon-smoking roomsFamily roomsBeachFitness facilities
Wards Hotel amenity advantages
Upper floors accessible by stairs onlyAccessible shuttle
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection amenity advantages
Water skiing nearby
Detailed comparison
Guest score
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.4/10The Portland Hotel
7.2/10Wards Hotel
9/10Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.6/10Rooms
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.7Rooms were described as lovely, well-furnished, with a large and comfortable setup.
The Portland Hotel
6.7Several reviews mentioned that the rooms were dated or had issues.
Wards Hotel
7.9Reviews indicate rooms were neglected, outdated, and uncomfortable.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.6Rooms were noted as spacious and cozy, though one review highlighted issues with water temperature.
Cleanliness
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.2Reviews indicated the hotel was very clean and immaculate.
The Portland Hotel
6.7Some comments indicate a need for attention to cleanliness in areas of the hotel.
Wards Hotel
6.9Multiple reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including dust and dirt in rooms.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.7The rooms were clean and comfortable as mentioned in several reviews, but one specific mention of the hot water issue indicates room for improvement.
Location
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.8The location is praised as being close to the town center and having lovely views.
The Portland Hotel
8.2Multiple reviews noted the excellent location near attractions.
Wards Hotel
10.0Positive mentions of location being within walking distance of the main center.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.9The hotel is well-located, close to the coast and local attractions, enhancing the overall experience.
Service
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.2Most reviews highlighted friendly and helpful staff, though there were some negative remarks about restaurant service.
The Portland Hotel
7.7Most reviews highlight the staff's friendliness and helpfulness.
Wards Hotel
10.0Service was average but mentioned some staff friendliness when encountered.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
9.2Overall, staff were described as friendly, helpful, and attentive, particularly noted for going the extra mile for guests.
Sleep & Noise
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
—The Portland Hotel
—Wards Hotel
—Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
—Food & Breakfast
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.2Breakfasts were noted to be superb, with good selections and quality.
The Portland Hotel
6.2No breakfast service mentioned and some confusion over drinking water.
Wards Hotel
10.0Breakfast received some positive feedback, though details are sparse.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.0While breakfast options were generally good, the lack of plant-based alternatives disappointed vegetarian guests.
Amenities & Facilities
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.2The hotel offers great amenities like smart TVs, USB ports, and high-quality coffee.
The Portland Hotel
7.2Amenities mentioned were adequate but lacked variety.
Wards Hotel
8.9Amenities were noted as lacking and not well-maintained.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.7Amenities were generally well-rated, though some guests expressed disappointment about the plant-based breakfast options.
Value
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
9.2Perceived as high value based on the quality and service.
The Portland Hotel
7.7Guests generally felt they received good value for their stay.
Wards Hotel
8.9Overpricing mentioned in several reviews suggests poor value.
Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
8.1Some guests felt that the quality did not match the price, especially given the breakfast issues.
Landmarks
voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG
William HarveyThe Portland Hotel
William HarveyWards Hotel
Other People's Photographs Jointon RoadBurlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection
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