Walpole Bay Hotel And Museum

The Walpole Bay Hotel in Cliftonville Kent was built for discerning guests in 1914 extended in 1927 and is now being lovingly restored to her former glory. With spacious lounges a flower decked veranda Edwardian restaurant snooker room and a 1920s ballroom guests will appreciate the level of comfort and service The Walpole provides. The wonderful 1927 trellis-gated lift serving all five floors is the centrepiece of our ‘Living Museum’ which will eventually encompass the whole hotel. Most of our rooms have balconies and as The Walpole is positioned at right angles to the cliffs every room has stunning uninterrupted sea views. With our large dining room ballroom with 1920’s sprung maple dance floor two bars and extensive facilities we are adaptable and ideal for most events and are an established venue for conferences and exhibitions. Our Restaurant Bar Lounge and Terrace serves delicious home cooked foods. Throughout the day we currently serve light snacks and our famous Walpole Cream Teas. Our Traditional Sunday Luncheons which are renowned and exceptional value are served at 1pm when our resident pianist begins to play our 1908 pianola. Nearby there are many attractions and places of interest to visit such as the Shell Grotto Quex House museums and galleries. There are five theatres including the second oldest in Britain The Theatre Royal and the smallest The Tom Thumb. From live entertainment at The Winter Gardens to building sand castles guests experience no difficulty in finding enjoyment in the area.

The hotel has four poster suites double & twin rooms and family suites catering for everything from romantic occasions to interconnecting suites for family holidays. All rooms have ensuite facilities sea views (many with balconies) TV tea & coffee making facilities with a complementary refreshment tray iron & ironing board and hairdryer.

From the relaxing flower decked terrace with sea views to the Edwardian style restaurant you will rediscover a passion for the finer things in life. And to make your visit complete enjoy a ride in our 1927 Otis trellis gated lift that services every floor. We also have a snooker room and our 1920's Ballroom with its original sprung maple dance floor. The Walpole has a full licence and two bars in which to entertain you.

Style:

• Unique
• Traditional
• Homely
• Eclectic
• Comfortable

Rooms Facilities:

• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Non-smoking
• Ironing board
• Iron
• Hairdryer
• Colour television
• Balcony/Terrace
• Adjoining rooms

Bed Details:

• Twin (single beds)
• Standard single bed
• Standard double bed

Bathroom Details:

• Shower
• En suite

Eco Policy:
Currently we recycle all of our commercial glass cardboard and paper and we have plans in the future to recycle plastics and cans. Reception procedures are becoming more computer rather than paper based and our staff encourage email communications rather than post and reuse paper for reception use. We encourage staff and guests to conserve energy by switching off room amenities when not in use. We also ask guests staying for more than one night to only ask for towels to be changed when completely necessary.

Amenities:

• Wedding services
• Wakeup call
• Room service
• Restaurant
• Non-smoking (throughout)
• Ironing facilities
• Internet access (wireless) in public areas
• Entertainment
• Bar
• Adjoining rooms
• 24-hour reception

Parking:

• Off-site parking

Number of Rooms: 36

Number of Floors: 5

Mobility Description:
We have a lift that services all floors and a set of removable ramps that can be set up at the entrance as there are 3 steps on entry.

Smoking Policy: No smoking

Dining Facilities:

• The elegant Edwardian dining room serves quality traditional cuisine with delicious homemade dishes a speciality. The wine list is extensive but reasonably priced. During the day light lunches and afternoon tea can be served in the restaurant bar lounge or taken on the beautiful veranda. The restaurant and 1927 ballroom are ideally suited to cater for wedding receptions dinner dances and functions.

Children Policy: Children welcome

Child Facilities:

• Highchairs

Check In Time: 2001-01-01 14:00:00.000

Check Out Time: 2001-01-01 11:00:00.000

Reception Closing Time: 2001-01-01 21:00:00.000

Pet Policy:

• All pets
• Other small pets
• Dogs
• Cats

Recreation:

• Walking
• Theatre
• Tennis courts - outdoor
• Sightseeing tours
• Shopping
• Sailing
• Nature trail
• Museums/galleries
• Jet-ski
• Golf - miniature
• Golf - driving range
• Golf
• Gambling
• Fine dining
• Cycling
• Bowling alley
• Boating
• Bird watching
• Billiards
• Beach nearby

Business Facilities:

• Internet connection (wireless)
• Meeting rooms
• Desk

Directions:
Take the exit toward Bekesb'ne/Patrixb'n/Adisham.Turn left toward Bifrons Hill turn left toward Station Rd. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto Station Rd. Turn left to stay on Bekesbourne Ln turn left at A257/High St turn right at Nargate St slight left at Wickham Ct Ln slight right at Grove Rd. Turn right at A28/Island Rd and Continue to follow A28. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto A254/Marine Terrace. Turn left at B2051/Marine Dr and turn left at Fifth Ave.;