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. En suite 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 holiday 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 holiday 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 guest house 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 centre, View Hotel Folkestone is a 4-star boutique hotel that features The Cliffe Restaurant & Bar and sea views.

The hotel is situated 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, a property with a garden, is located in Walmer, 700 metres from Deal Castle, 2.5 km from Sandown Castle, as well as 10 km from Sandwich Railway Station. The property is situated 11 km from White Cliffs of Dover, 13 km from Dover Priory Station and 24 km from Granville Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Deal Castle Beach is 70 metres away.

The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Folkestone Central Railway Station is 25 km from the holiday home, while Folkestone Harbour is 25 km away. London City Airport is 123 km from the property.

Located in Walmer, a few steps from Deal Castle Beach and 1 km from Deal Castle, Victorian Cottage - The Beach Walmer provides accommodation with free WiFi in a historic building. The property has quiet street views and is 2.8 km from Sandown Castle and 10 km from Sandwich Railway Station. Outdoor seating is also available at the holiday home.

The holiday home with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. This holiday 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.

White Cliffs of Dover is 11 km from the accommodation, while Dover Priory Station is 13 km away. London City Airport is 122 km from the property.

Chalet Fiftynine, a property with barbecue facilities, is situated in Deal, 3.9 km from Deal Castle, 5.7 km from Sandown Castle, as well as 8.9 km from White Cliffs of Dover. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 200 metres from Deal Castle Beach.

The holiday home includes 3 bedrooms, a living room, and 1 bathroom with a a bath or shower. A TV is featured.

Dover Priory Station is 11 km from the holiday home, while Sandwich Railway Station is 15 km away. London City Airport is 124 km from the property.

Stone's Throw, a property with a garden, is located in Deal, 600 metres from Deal Castle, 2.5 km from Sandown Castle, as well as 10 km from Sandwich Railway Station. The property is around 11 km from White Cliffs of Dover, 13 km from Dover Priory Station and 23 km from Granville Theatre. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Deal Castle Beach is 60 metres away.

The spacious holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with an oven, a fridge, and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Folkestone Central Railway Station is 25 km from the holiday home, while Folkestone Harbour is 25 km away. London City Airport is 123 km from the property.

Offering a garden and quiet street view, Haven Cottage - adjacent to beach and promenade is located in Walmer, 1.5 km from Deal Castle and 3.8 km from Sandown Castle. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Deal Castle Beach.

The holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. This holiday home also has a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities.

Sandwich Railway Station is 10 km from Haven Cottage - adjacent to beach and promenade, while White Cliffs of Dover is 11 km away. London City Airport is 122 km from the property.

Located 2.6 km from Sandown Castle, 7.7 km from Sandwich Railway Station and 12 km from White Cliffs of Dover, Cosy cottage+ secluded garden provides accommodation set in Kent. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 1.5 km from Deal Castle. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Deal Castle Beach is 1.7 km away.

The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

A baby safety gate is also available at the holiday home, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Dover Priory Station is 15 km from Cosy cottage+ secluded garden, while Granville Theatre is 22 km away. London City Airport is 120 km from the property.

Boasting garden views, Trafalgar Cottage - Stunning sea view property on beach offers accommodation with a garden and a patio, around a few steps from Deal Castle Beach. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 3.8 km from Deal Castle.

The spacious holiday home is fitted with 3 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Sandown Castle is 5.7 km from the holiday home, while White Cliffs of Dover is 9.3 km from the property. London City Airport is 124 km away.

Seacroft is set in Kingsdown, 3.5 km from Deal Castle, 5.4 km from Sandown Castle, as well as 9.2 km from White Cliffs of Dover. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located a few steps from Deal Castle Beach.

The spacious holiday home with a terrace and garden views features 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

There is a garden with a barbecue at this property and guests can go fishing and hiking nearby.

Dover Priory Station is 12 km from the holiday home, while Sandwich Railway Station is 12 km away. London City Airport is 124 km from the property.