Last-minute hotel deals near Dover Museum

• Sea views
• Live entertainment
• Health club with a pool

The Grand Burstin Hotel has a scenic setting overlooking Folkestone’s harbour. As such, you’re going to want to splash out the extra (and by splash out, we mean a fiver or tenner) for a sea-view room.

This Britannia hotel’s got all the hallmarks of an affordable and fun seaside stay. You’ve got everything you need – from two restaurants and bars, to a health and leisure club. We’ll start with the restaurants. One serves a three-course menu, while the other’s a buffet affair with views over Folkestone harbour. There’s a carvery option, of course, too. Then the bar and ballroom are where the entertainment’s at. Bands, bingo, line dancing and late-night discos are all on the agenda.

And, when you want to unwind, there’s a health and leisure club for that. Guests have full access to the Spindles Folkestone Health and Leisure Club (some charges might apply), where you’ve got a heated pool, sauna and gym.

With a stay at The Carlton Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Folkestone, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Dover Castle and 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG is centrally located in Folkestone, a 1-minute walk from Leas Cliff Hall and 14 minutes by foot from Folkestone Harbour. This beach hotel is 1.3 mi (2.2 km) from Folkestone Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Battle of Britain Memorial.

When you stay at The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals in Folkestone, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This beach hotel is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) from Dover Castle and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

When you stay at Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection in Folkestone, you'll be in the business district, within a 15-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Dover Castle and 11.2 mi (18 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Set in the heart of rural Ringwould, this traditional village pub is 5 minutes’ drive from the Port of Dover and Deal. The Five Bells offers an atmospheric restaurant with a traditional menu, and a fully stocked bar.

Rooms at The Five Bells are elegantly designed, and come with cable TV and facilities for making tea and coffee. Private bathrooms have a hairdryer and ironing facilities are also available.

The restaurant is open Friday and Saturday evenings. Sunday roast is available every week, offering a choice of starters, mains roasted meats, and desserts.

Walmer Castle is a 10-minute drive away, while the pretty cliff side village of Kingsdown is 5 minutes away by car.

With a stay at Broome Park Hotel in Canterbury, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Dover Castle and University of Kent. This golf hotel is 9 mi (14.4 km) from Canterbury Cathedral and 11 mi (17.7 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Located in Folkestone, Portland Hotel is a 3-minute drive from Folkestone Harbour and 8 minutes from Folkestone Beach. This hotel is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Dover Castle.

With a stay at this vacation home in Folkestone, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens. This vacation home is 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from Dover Castle and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

With a stay at Premier Inn Folkestone - Channel Tunnel in Folkestone, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens and Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal. This hotel is 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Dover Castle and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Located in Folkestone, Rocksalt is within a 15-minute drive of Dover Western Docks Cruise Terminal and Port Lympne Wild Animal Park and Gardens. This guesthouse is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Dover Castle and 9 mi (14.4 km) from White Cliffs of Dover.

Only 5 minutes’ walk from Folkestone town center, View Hotel Folkestone is a 4-star boutique hotel that features The Cliffe Restaurant & Bar and sea views.

The hotel is located on The Leas promenade, only a 1-minute walk from the famous Leas Cliff Hall and a 3-minute walk from the beach. All rooms are en-suite and have tea/coffee making facilities, a TV, free WiFi and at least partial sea views from all 44 bedrooms.

The Eurotunnel is only a 10-minute drive from the hotel, while the ferry port at Dover is 6 miles away. Direct trains to London run from Folkestone Central Train Station, 15 minutes’ walk away, and you can drive to Gatwick Airport in 1 hour.

Rosewood offers accommodations in Walmer, 6.7 miles from White Cliffs of Dover and 8.2 miles from Dover Priory Station. The property is around a 8-minute walk from Deal Castle, 1.6 miles from Sandown Castle, and 6 miles from Sandwich Railway Station. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Deal Castle Beach is a few steps away.

The vacation home is composed of 2 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is provided. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can also relax in the garden.

Granville Theatre is 15 miles from the vacation home, while Folkestone Central Railway Station is 16 miles away. London City Airport is 76 miles from the property.

Victorian Cottage - The Beach Walmer offers accommodations in Walmer, a few steps from Deal Castle Beach and a 12-minute walk from Deal Castle. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.

Providing a terrace and sea views, the vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a bath. A private entrance leads guests into the vacation home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This vacation home is allergy-free and non-smoking.

Guests at Victorian Cottage - The Beach Walmer will be able to enjoy activities in and around Walmer, like fishing and hiking.

Sandown Castle is 1.7 miles from the accommodation, while Sandwich Railway Station is 6 miles away. London City Airport is 76 miles from the property.

Chalet Fiftynine is located in Deal, just a 2-minute walk from Deal Castle Beach and 2.4 miles from Deal Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Sandown Castle is 3.5 miles away and White Cliffs of Dover is 5.5 miles from the vacation home.

The vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, and 1 bathroom with a a bath or shower. A TV is featured. The accommodation is non-smoking.

Guests can make the most of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Dover Priory Station is 7 miles from the vacation home, while Sandwich Railway Station is 10 miles away. London City Airport is 77 miles from the property.

Just a few steps from Deal Castle Beach and a 7-minute walk from Deal Castle, Stone's Throw features accommodations in Deal with a garden. The property is around 1.5 miles from Sandown Castle, 6 miles from Sandwich Railway Station, and 6.7 miles from White Cliffs of Dover. Folkestone Central Railway Station is 16 miles from the vacation home and Folkestone Harbour is 16 miles away.

With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom vacation home provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and fridge. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Dover Priory Station is 8.2 miles from the vacation home, while Granville Theatre is 15 miles away. London City Airport is 76 miles from the property.

Just a 5-minute walk from Deal Castle Beach and one mile from Deal Castle, Haven Cottage - adjacent to beach and promenade features accommodations in Walmer with a garden. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the vacation home free of charge. Sandown Castle is 2.4 miles away and Sandwich Railway Station is 6.1 miles from the vacation home.

Offering a terrace and garden views, the vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

During warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and eat on the private patio.

White Cliffs of Dover is 6.6 miles from Haven Cottage - adjacent to beach and promenade, while Dover Priory Station is 8.4 miles away. London City Airport is 76 miles from the property.

Cosy cottage+ secluded garden offers accommodations in Kent, a 18-minute walk from Deal Castle and 1.6 miles from Sandown Castle. The property is around 4.8 miles from Sandwich Railway Station, 7.6 miles from White Cliffs of Dover, and 9.1 miles from Dover Priory Station. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Deal Castle Beach is 1.1 miles away.

The vacation home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.

A baby safety gate is also available at Cosy cottage+ secluded garden, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Granville Theatre is 13 miles from the accommodation, while Folkestone Central Railway Station is 16 miles away. London City Airport is 75 miles from the property.

Offering a garden, Trafalgar Cottage - Stunning sea view property on beach features accommodations in Kingsdown. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. Sandown Castle is 3.5 miles away and White Cliffs of Dover is 5.8 miles from the vacation home.

With free Wifi, this 3-bedroom vacation home offers a satellite TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and oven. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.

Deal Castle Beach is a few steps from the vacation home, while Deal Castle is 2.4 miles from the property. London City Airport is 77 miles away.

Seacroft is located in Kingsdown, just a few steps from Deal Castle Beach and 2.2 miles from Deal Castle. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. The property provides barbecue facilities and outdoor furniture.

Providing a terrace and garden views, the spacious vacation home includes 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. There's also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the vacation home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

Sandown Castle is 3.3 miles from Seacroft, while White Cliffs of Dover is 5.7 miles away. London City Airport is 77 miles from the property.