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A coastal promenade with a rocky beach, a wooden walkway, and a cliff with buildings on top.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lanes, a diving board, and a covered roof structure.

A gym with treadmills, weight machines, and a mirrored wall.

A group of people in a hot tub with a brick wall and a sign in the background.

1. 2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast

1.4 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Jan-Willem

￥12,599

￥29,499 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a coffee table. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A row of white buildings with balconies, a central garden area, and a Winston Hall sign.

A room with large windows overlooking a street and water. There are two chairs and a small table.

A restaurant interior with large windows, a central chandelier, and plush seating.

2. Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.5 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Katherine

￥11,223

￥13,468 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a patterned wall.

A building with a sign reading "Castle House Guest House" and a "NO Vacancies" notice.

A patio with a round table and two wicker chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a wooden fence.

A metal gate with a castle-like design, set in a garden with greenery and a building in the background.

3. Castle Guest House

4.1 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Sheryl

￥16,055

￥19,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A residential street with houses, a garden with pink flowers, and a parked car.

A patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a large white pot.

A cozy room with a wicker sofa, a small table, and a variety of potted plants.

A wooden double door with a white archway, a metal handrail, and potted plants on either side.

4. Churchill Guest House

4.1 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Kimberly

￥25,247

￥25,247 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A marina with various boats docked, a castle in the background, and buildings with traditional architecture.

A staircase with patterned carpet leading to a wooden staircase. A wooden cabinet with drawers and a vase of yellow flowers is on the landing.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a mirror, a shower, and a small table with a lamp.

A row of traditional brick houses with white trim and bay windows.

5. Maison Dieu Guest House

4.3 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Julie

￥17,602

￥21,123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A wooden deck with outdoor seating and umbrellas, overlooking a brick building and trees.

A cozy dining area with wooden furniture, a bench, and a brick wall with framed pictures.

A building with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "MAUS OF GRANBY."

A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, a large mirror above it, and two framed pictures on the wall.

6. Marquis Of Granby

10.4 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Jenny

￥20,738

￥24,885 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern restaurant interior with wooden paneling, pendant lighting, and a bar area with a copper faucet.

A bar with various drinks and a bartender.

A modern interior with two seating areas, a flat-screen TV, and decorative shelves with books and vases.

A modern living room with a TV, comfortable seating, and a variety of decorative items on shelves.

7. Holiday Inn Dover by IHG

6.2 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Linda

￥12,499

￥14,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A person sitting on a red bench in a Holiday Inn Express lobby, holding a book.

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a brick wall, and a modern building with large windows in the background.

A modern lounge area with multiple seating options including sofas and chairs, arranged around a central table.

8. Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

18.2 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Eliza

￥13,027

￥15,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A grand mirror with a gold frame, a clock, a vase with flowers, and a telephone on a dark wooden console table in a hallway with a staircase.

A wooden chair with a striped cushion, a small round table with a white coffee pot, cups, and saucers, and a radiator in the background.

A building with a sign reading "St. Martins" and a telephone number. There is a window with a sign stating "Yes we have Vacancies."

A view through a window with a hand partially obscuring the view. Visible are buildings, a hill with greenery, and a clear sky.

9. St Martin's Guest House

4 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

William

￥24,083

￥28,900 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with blinds.

A patio area with wooden benches and a table, surrounded by a stone wall and a brick building in the background.

A wooden bedside table with a coffee maker, a cup, and a tray.

A cozy bar area with wooden floors, bar stools, and a counter with a menu.

10. Royal Oak

6.4 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Scott

￥20,702

￥24,842 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A well-maintained garden with a variety of shrubs and trees, a clear pathway, and a church with a tall tower in the background.

A well-maintained garden with a picnic table, a birdbath, and a variety of shrubs and flowers.

A rocky shoreline with a statue of a child.

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

11. The Wycliffe Guest House

15.9 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Andrew

￥12,322

￥14,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A coastal beach with a pier, a hill with a building, and people enjoying the water.

A large, historic building with multiple windows and a green dome.

A grand staircase with a stained glass window above, framed artwork on the walls, and a chandelier.

A harbor with boats docked, a bridge, and buildings in the background.

12. Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection

16.1 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Marlene

￥12,516

￥15,019 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

The entrance to VOCO AN IHG HOTEL with a double door, steps, and potted plants.

A large, multi-story building with a classic architectural style, featuring a central courtyard with outdoor seating and a statue.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a chandelier.

A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bookshelf.

13. voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

15.6 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Nevil

￥8,802

￥10,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a dark blue quilted bedspread, white pillows, and a neatly folded towel on the bed.

A multi-story building with a sign reading "Park Inn Palace Hotel."

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a patterned carpet, and yellow chairs.

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

14. Park Inn Palace

4.6 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Sabbu

￥8,986

￥10,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a view of the night sky.

A dining area with a round table, four chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel lobby with a checkered floor, a sofa with patterned cushions, a table, a blue chair, and a chandelier.

A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered patio and outdoor seating area.

15. The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals

15.8 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Rebecca

￥12,287

￥14,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A serene landscape with a lake, hills, and dense greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A white building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a weather vane on the roof.

A house with a red brick exterior, a well-maintained lawn, and a large weeping willow tree in front.

16. Beachborough Park

19.6 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Sarah

￥20,260

￥20,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a wooden desk, a lamp, and a window with lace curtains.

A garden with various plants and flowers, a brick wall, and a statue.

A garden with a stone wall, steps, and potted plants.

A traditional white building with a green door, a small window with a black frame, and a chimney.

17. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

15.1 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Andrew

￥19,591

￥23,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A waterfront terrace with wooden benches and tables, umbrellas, and a building with a balcony.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with chairs, a vanity with a mirror, and a classic clawfoot bathtub.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, and a large window with curtains.

A coastal hotel with a beach view, featuring multiple buildings with distinct architectural styles, including a prominent white building labeled "The Royal Hotel."

18. Royal Hotel

9.7 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

Gunnar

￥20,703

￥24,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a bay window overlooking a pier and beach.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, striped armchairs, and a coffee table.

A pebbled beach with a pier extending into the sea under a clear sky.

A room with a round white table, a vase with flowers, and a view of the sea through a large window.

19. The Clarendon Hotel

9.5 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

mandy

￥15,549

￥18,658 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A brick fireplace with a fire, a wooden table with a vase of flowers, and a red upholstered chair.

A quaint outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a white building with signage, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden chest of drawers, a wicker chair, a small table with a kettle, a sofa, and a painting of a sunset.

A traditional white building with a sign reading "The Five Bells." It features a brick roof, multiple chimneys, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.

20. The Five Bells

12.4 km from South Foreland Lighthouse

"We recently attended a nearby wedding and stayed at The Five Bells, an amazing family-run pub and B&B. The family room was spacious, spotless, and well-equipped, with complimentary toiletries that were especially appreciated as we’d forgotten ours at home. Mary and her daughters were incredibly warm and welcoming, making our stay even more enjoyable. We would highly recommend this lovely place."

Anna

￥18,783

￥22,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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Compare popular hotels close to South Foreland Lighthouse

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast	8.0 Very Good 2 reviews	View
Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,054 reviews	View
Castle Guest House	9.6 Exceptional 131 reviews	View
Churchill Guest House	9.8 Exceptional 354 reviews	View
Maison Dieu Guest House	9.2 Wonderful 103 reviews	View

Top South Foreland Lighthouse Hotel Reviews

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely place by the sea! Clean and comfortable plus the food and bar was excellent!!"

Sea Purse, St Margaret's Bay by Keepers Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house with great views! Wonderful kitchen and balcony. Only minor inconvenience was with the bathrooms- the hot water in one stopped when the other was being used/ lack of shelves in the shower stall- had to bend down to pick up stuff from the floor. Regardless, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend."

Pip's Lookout, St Margaret's Bay

10/10 Excellent

"We had a truly magical stay at Pip’s Lookout! The accommodation was fantastic, with a lovely, well-equipped kitchen and everything you could possibly need. The spacious living room opened onto a balcony with stunning views over the sea, while the incredibly comfortable bedroom offered an amazing 180-degree view of the English Channel. We spent hours watching the ships go by and trying to identify them — such a lovely way to spend time! Debby was a wonderful host — incredibly kind, friendly and welcoming. She had so many great suggestions for places to visit and eat, which really helped us make the most of our stay. We enjoyed some fantastic food at a local bistro, as well as at the Coastguard pub, both of which we would highly recommend. We also loved walking to the local golf club, where we had another delicious meal. Exploring Deal was a real highlight too, especially the Deal Pier Kitchen, which we absolutely loved. Overall, we had a fantastic stay, made even more special by Debby’s wonderful hospitality. Pip’s Lookout is a truly lovely place, and we enjoyed it so much that we’ve already booked to come back next year! We can’t wait!"

Dolphins Leap, St Margaret's at Cliffe

8/10 Good

"Kids friendly cottage with a spectacular view of the English Channel. A cottage with ample outdoor space and well maintained garden. We stayed during a heatwave and drought, but it was actually comfortable with the sea breeze and shades from the trees. The free to use electric charger was a nice surprise, and quite convenient."

Little Nest, St Margaret's Bay

10/10 Excellent

"The cottage is in an ideal location, with fantastic views out over the sea and over to France, and you can go for walks from the front door without needing the car. The Smugglers Inn and village shop are within walking distance and both are excellent for food and supplies. You can also walk down to St Margaret’s Bay to the beach and the Coastguard pub for food, also excellent. We had a lovely holiday and I would recommend this as a place to stay."

2 bedroom accommodation in St. Margarets at Cliffe, near Dover

8/10 Good

"Flat was lovely but the garden furniture was a disappointment- very dirty."

6 bedroom accommodation in St Margarets Bay, Dover

10/10 Excellent

"We love staying at The Cottage! It is a home away from home that feels comfortable from the moment you walk in. We have stayed several times and have never been disappointed. On this recent trip, we parked our car, unloaded our bags and didn't get in the car again until we left. We walked everywhere, ate at the cafe/tea room and at the Coastguard Pub as well as bought simple food for easy meals at home in the village shop. We stayed in a different bedroom than we normally use, because it had a TV for some late night comedy or news as we readied for bed. The wood burner in the lounge kept things cozy and warm. We always wish we could stay longer when we stay at The Cottage. Henry, the host, is always so friendly and helpful. We can't wait to go again and are very grateful to be able to spend time in this lovely home!"

2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect!"

Other attractions near South Foreland Lighthouse

A coastal area with a pebbly beach, green algae-covered rocks, and cliffs with houses in the background.

White Cliffs of Dover

9.2/10 (492 reviews)

See the historic and legendary gateway to England that defended the country in wartime. Today the cliffs greet home-comers arriving at the busy Dover port.

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A coastal scene with a rocky cliff and a railing along the shore.

St Margaret's Bay Beach

8.8/10 (19 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, St Margaret's Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to St Margaret's at Cliffe. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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A stone tower with an arched entrance on a hillside.

Dover Castle

9.4/10 (344 reviews)

Unparalleled views of the English Channel, secret wartime tunnels and the “Key to England” await discovery at this cliffside medieval castle.

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The Pines Garden

Enjoy a stop at The Pines Garden, an entertaining place to visit in St Margaret's at Cliffe. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Dover Patrol Memorial

Find out about the history of St Margaret's at Cliffe when you spend time at Dover Patrol Memorial. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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National Trust Visitor Center

10.0/10 (1 review)

National Trust Visitor Center is just one of the places to see in Guston, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

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Cineworld Dover

You can take time to visit Cineworld Dover during your travels to Dover. Amble around this family-friendly area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Connaught Park

Connaught Park is just one of the places to see in Dover, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around South Foreland Lighthouse?

South Foreland Lighthouse is located in a welcoming area of St Margaret's at Cliffe known for its array of dining options and bar scene. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 25 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to South Foreland Lighthouse?

Coastal Chalet Retreat in St Margaret's Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this chalet offers an indoor pool and private yards. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from South Foreland Lighthouse. Other good options within a few miles include D&A short breaks and 2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast.

How many hotels should I expect to find near South Foreland Lighthouse?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from South Foreland Lighthouse.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near South Foreland Lighthouse, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near South Foreland Lighthouse.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near South Foreland Lighthouse?

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What can I see and do near South Foreland Lighthouse?

You'll want to browse the collections at Dover Museum, Dover Transport Museum, and Crabble Corn Mill. Explore landmarks like Dover Castle, Roman Painted House, and Dover Western Heights. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Walmer Castle and Gardens, Shakespeare Cliff, or The Pines Garden.

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Our top choices for South Foreland Lighthouse hotels

1. 2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast

2. Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3. Castle Guest House

4. Churchill Guest House

5. Maison Dieu Guest House

6. Marquis Of Granby

7. Holiday Inn Dover by IHG

8. Holiday Inn Express Folkestone - Channel Tunnel by IHG

9. St Martin's Guest House

10. Royal Oak

11. The Wycliffe Guest House

12. Burlington Hotel, Best Western Premier Collection

13. voco The Clifton Folkestone by IHG

14. Park Inn Palace

15. The View Hotel Folkestone, a member of Radisson Individuals

16. Beachborough Park

17. St Peters Bed and Breakfast

18. Royal Hotel

19. The Clarendon Hotel

20. The Five Bells

Compare popular hotels close to South Foreland Lighthouse

Top South Foreland Lighthouse Hotel Reviews

Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Sea Purse, St Margaret's Bay by Keepers Cottages

Pip's Lookout, St Margaret's Bay

Dolphins Leap, St Margaret's at Cliffe

Little Nest, St Margaret's Bay

2 bedroom accommodation in St. Margarets at Cliffe, near Dover

6 bedroom accommodation in St Margarets Bay, Dover

2 Bed Chalet, St Margaret's at Cliffe, South Coast

Other attractions near South Foreland Lighthouse

White Cliffs of Dover

St Margaret's Bay Beach

Dover Castle

The Pines Garden

Dover Patrol Memorial

National Trust Visitor Center

Cineworld Dover

Connaught Park

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