Walpole Bay Hotel
Cliftonville seafront, overlooking Walpole Bay · Hotel
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An eccentric, family-run Edwardian hotel above Cliftonville's tidal pool, famous for its period features and vintage lift.
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About Walpole Bay Hotel
Walpole Bay Hotel is a large Edwardian hotel on the Cliftonville seafront, overlooking the tidal pool at Walpole Bay a short walk east of central Margate. Family-run for decades, it has kept a striking collection of period features, from its original 1920s birdcage lift to a small museum of seaside memorabilia on site.
Rooms vary considerably in size and outlook, with the best looking directly over the bay, and the hotel's slightly time-warped character has made it something of a cult destination in its own right.
Its quieter Cliftonville setting and lower rates than the Old Town suit visitors after a characterful, unpretentious stay with easy access to a quieter stretch of beach, at the cost of a short walk into the town centre.
Reception hours
- Monday
- Open 24 hours
- Tuesday
- Open 24 hours
- Wednesday
- Open 24 hours
- Thursday
- Open 24 hours
- Friday
- Open 24 hours
- Saturday
- Open 24 hours
- Sunday
- Open 24 hours
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What guests say
We had two lovely nights at this quaint, quirky and beautiful hotel. In each corridor and around every bend there is history, from family wedding/christianing gowns over many years to old radios, Kitchen items, dolls houses, clothes. It is amazing!!! Our room was on the corner with sea view, very clean and comfortable. The breakfast was delicious. All staff were very friendly and professional. We will be back!
a month ago · via Google
The Walpole Bay Hotel is a unique experience not to be missed, along with the museum element of the place. It is from a bygone era, in a good way, when the customer & service were important. We had a lovely superior double room with a balcony overlooking the sea. Jane, the owner, greeted all the guests each morning at the delicious breakfast, in the period dinning room & regaled us with hilarious stories of days past. We will be returning! It is well placed for visits to Broadstairs, Ramsgate & Sandwich. Although evening meal is not provided, takeaways can be ordered in & eaten in the lovely dinning room.
a month ago · via Google
I visited the Walpole Bay Hotel for an afternoon tea for my godmother's birthday. The food and service were excellent and the hotel itself is clean and full of history. The historic lift is fun to ride and clearly well maintained. The museum is interesting and the toilets are immaculate. The manager also showed me a particular piece of history that I was interested in which was a nice touch. The silver tea service was beautiful too. We had a lovely time and have in the past too. It is especially nice to sit on the veranda outside with all the plants in the warmer weather but we couldn't do that this time.
5 months ago · via Google
Didn’t stay here but came for afternoon tea which was fantastic! Excellent service friendly staff and even met the owner who stopped by to ask if we were enjoying our food. (Which we definitely were 😃) Highly recommend, full of character and the food is delicious- very reasonable too
a month ago · via Google
People say this hotel offers a unique experience with its museum-like atmosphere, historic collections, and delicious afternoon tea featuring handmade cakes and tasty sandwiches. They also highlight the excellent value, comfortable rooms with great views, and the charming, quirky vibe. Guests mention the staff are consistently friendly, helpful, and attentive.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Fifth Avenue, Margate, CT9 2JJ Get directions
- Property type
- Hotel
- Location
- Cliftonville seafront, overlooking Walpole Bay
- Star rating
- 3 star
- Guest score
- 8.0 / 10 (950 reviews)
- Prices from
- £95 per night
- Good for children
- Yes
- Destination
- Margate