Folkestone and Hythe
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Folkestone and Hythe is a coastal town on the Kent coast between Dover and Hastings. The district stretches inland from the sea and includes the shingle beaches of Dungeness and Romney Marsh, an area of flat, open land reclaimed from the sea centuries ago.
Where to stay in Folkestone and Hythe
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Self-catering cottages and houses make up the main accommodation offer. Hafod Station is a converted railway carriage for four near Folkestone with high ratings, while Wi Wurri and Fulmar are both on Dungeness and suit those seeking a quieter coastal setting. Ladwood Farm – The Old Barn is a four-bedroom barn conversion further inland with strong reviews across a large number of stays. Folkestone Central offers a three-bedroom flat within the town itself.
Bear Lodge - Glamping
Port Lympne Reserve, Hythe
The Castle Hotel
The Green, Hythe
Port Lympne Reserve - Port Lympne Hotel
Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, Hythe
The Red Lion
Red Lion Square, Hythe
The Swan Hotel
59 High Street, Hythe
OYO Stade Court Hotel
Stade Street, Hythe
Sunny Bank Guest House
3 Station Road, Hythe
Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf
Princes Parade, Hythe
Things to Do in Folkestone and Hythe
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Information on specific attractions in the area was not provided in the available listings.
Where to Eat in Folkestone and Hythe
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Attractions Near Folkestone and Hythe
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1 mi
Brockhill Country Park
Hythe · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Hythe Beach
Hythe · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
Dymchurch Beach
Romney Marsh · ⭐ 3.7
4 mi
Elham Valley Railway Museum
Folkestone · ⭐ 4.8
4 mi
Peene Quarry Picnic Site
Peene · ⭐ 4.0
5 mi
Mudpie Pottery Painting Creative Studio
Sandgate · ⭐ 4.7
5 mi
Kidz Planet
Folkestone · ⭐ 4.3
St Marys Bay
Romney Marsh
Camping in Folkestone and Hythe
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Daleacres Experience Freedom Glamping
⭐ 4.6 · from £118/night
Daleacres Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite
⭐ 4.6 · from £23/night
Port Lympne Reserve
⭐ 4.5
Sandy Bay Caravan Park
⭐ 4.3
Eastfleet Caravan Park
⭐ 4.3
Fallow Fields Camping at Lathe Barn
⭐ 4.6
New Beach Holiday Park
⭐ 3.7
Dymchurch Caravan Park
Self-Catering Cottages in Folkestone and Hythe(44)
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Beach Haven Retreats - Beach Haven
5 bed · sleeps 10 · from £1,562
Beach Reach
3 bed · sleeps 8 · from £781
Folkestone Central
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £507
Fulmar
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £937
Ladwood Farm
2 cottages · from £443
Marine Parade
4 bed · sleeps 10 · from £1,342
Parade Annex
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £827
SeaHardy
3 bed · sleeps 7
Common questions about Folkestone and Hythe
How many holiday cottages are there in Folkestone and Hythe?
We list 44 self-catering cottages in and around Folkestone and Hythe.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in Folkestone and Hythe?
Yes — 30 of the 44 Folkestone and Hythe cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in Folkestone and Hythe for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in Folkestone and Hythe sleeps 12.
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