Happy New Year!

From all of us here at Holiday Inn Express Folkestone, we hope you had a brilliant Christmas and wish you a very Happy New Year!

We hope that 2013 is a happy and prosperous year for you.

If you've already started planning your post-Christmas getaway, then don't forget about us. We're ideal for a stop-over if you're heading across the Channel, or looking for somewhere comfortable to stay in Kent.

HIEX Folkestone Reveives 5-star Food Hygiene Rating

We are pleased to announce that Holiday Inn Express Folkestone has received a 5 star food hygiene rating.

Click here to view the certificate

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone Wins Prestigious Award

Holiday Inn Express Folkestone are proud to announce we have earnt the prestigious 2012 Certificate of Excellence award from Trip Advisor. We have maintained a rating of 4 and ranked 2nd out of all hotels in Folkestone, Kent.

"Great location and friendly staff made this stay a pleasure"

Local Events in Folkestone This Summer

If you're looking for somewhere to escape this Summer, then Folkestone could be the perfect location. There's some great events and festivals happening around us at HIEX, don't forget to book your accommodation with us in advance to avoid disappointment...

Folkestone Harbour Festival

Taking place in July, this festival has something for everyone... from Races, sandcastles and competitions, to a funfair.

Jubilee Weekend

The long-awaited Jubilee weekend is here- it's time to celebrate the Queen's 60 year reign, and there's no better place than in Kent...

Here's some top picks of things to do this weekend:

Astor Theatre- Tea Party

Take a trip back to the 1950's with a traditional English tea party. Head down to the Astor Theatre, Deal, between 2-5pm. Tea, cakes, vintage clothing and historic footage from the iconic era.

Winter Ski Destination at Pension Penhab, Austria

Looking for your perfect ski destination this Winter?

Look no further, the Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel and  Pension Penhab hotel in Saalbach Hinterglemm, Austria,  have just what you're looking for!

Our hotel provides a perfect respite before you holiday makers venture across the Channel, providing comfortable beds, friendly staff and a complimentary breakfast.

Weibel Charity Ball - 12th November Deal Welfare Club

The following article is taken from the Weibel Charity Ball Facebook Page to help build awareness for the charity event:

Free Hot Breakfast for All Guests!

After a great night’s sleep and a refreshing power shower, nothing beats a tasty hot breakfast. It’s a sure way to stay revved up.

That’s why, as well as our popular continental-style selection, you can indulge in our new Express Start Hot Breakfast. Enjoy a tasty choice of scrambled eggs, sausages, beans, delicious warm pastries and fresh coffee including espresso and cappuccino – all at no extra charge whatsoever.

Benjamin's Disneyland Dream

7 year old Ben suffers from Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy which affects both his arms and legs.  He has had to have several operations over the past 12 months including a double hip operation.

Ben’s dream was to go to Disneyland Paris to see all the sights and sounds and then travel on to the Dordogne region for a few days to visit his grandparents. 

Burgers Benefit Conservation

The Aspinall Foundation and Holiday Inn Express Folkestone have come together to raise money. For every Tiger Burger sold £1 will be donated to the charity – helping to protect endangered animals around the globe.