Just 5 minutes' drive from the Channel Tunnel, The Ship Inn - Sandgate offers free parking, free Wi-Fi and a traditional pub restaurant. Situated in Sandgate, the inn is a mile from Folkestone Harbour. Set in a Victorian cottage, the rooms all feature a private bathroom and tea and coffee facilities. All rooms have a TV, hairdryer and DVD player, and some have wonderful views across the English Channel. The cosy Ship Inn Restaurant serves a varied menu, featuring homemade specials and local produce. The bar offers a range of real ales and beverages. Delicious cooked breakfasts are served daily in the courtyard or on the terrace. With Dover Ferry Terminals just 15 minutes’ drive away, Ship Inn is only metres from Sandgate’s sandy beach. Historical Canterbury is a 20-minute drive away, and picturesque Hythe can be reached in just 5 minutes’ drive.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rickcrox
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We requested Plant Based breakfast. Wendy and Stuart went out of their way to accommodate us. We therefore had an excellent breakfast. The room had a fabulous view, right by the shore. looking towards Dungeness. The linen was crisp cotton.
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    - Friendly but not intrusive hosts - Room overlooked the sea as anticipated. - Lovely decoration - Very clean - Great breakfast - Wonderfully quiet and peaceful - Easy parking
  • Anne
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Nicely decorated room with sea view. We had dinner in the pub and the food was great! The hosts of the B&B were very welcoming and a lot of fun to talk to😊
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Ship Inn - Sandgate
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Activities
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
  • Bowling
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Windsurfing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Fax/photocopying
    Reception services
    • Invoice provided
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    The Ship Inn - Sandgate takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 08:00 to 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 room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    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

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash The Ship Inn - Sandgate accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    If you wish to eat at the Ship Inn Restaurant, you are advised to book a table in advance.

    FAQs about The Ship Inn - Sandgate

    • Room options at The Ship Inn - Sandgate include:

      • Suite
      • Double

    • The Ship Inn - Sandgate offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Bowling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Check-in at The Ship Inn - Sandgate is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • The prices at The Ship Inn - Sandgate may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • The Ship Inn - Sandgate is 1.4 miles from the centre of Folkestone. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The nearest beach is just 150 yards from The Ship Inn - Sandgate. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.