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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

4.0 star property
Inn in Clacton-on-Sea with a restaurant and a bar

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Interior entrance
Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)
Property entrance
Garden
Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
The current price is SAR 289
SAR 346 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Accessible | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Brook Park, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea, England, CO15 3TP

What's nearby

  • Princes Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Clacton Pier - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • West Cliff Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • St. Osyth Beach - 10 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Clacton-on-Sea Station - 3 min drive
  • London (SEN-Southend) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Colin's Fish & Chips - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Smugglers Cove by Marston's Inns - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

Upscale inn
You can look forward to a garden, a bar, and a restaurant at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge) and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and desks

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 8.75 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 8.75 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Smugglers Cove Marston's Inns Inn Clacton-on-Sea
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

As of 14 Jumada II 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns on 18 Jumada II 2025 start from $126.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns located?

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, this inn is within 3 mi (5 km) of Princes Theatre, West Cliff Theatre, and Clacton Pier. Clacton-on-Sea Beach and The Wheel Experience are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 401 out of 678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 182 out of 678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 678 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable beds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

I liked the look of the pub, it was lovely and clean and very inviting
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfy beds and pillows. Easy to check in and out
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ciaran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean property. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are modern and clean. There are USB points next to the bed, plenty of tea & Coffee and large bath towels. The beds are huge and comfy and it's just a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing facility at an amazing price
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Safe and easy parking
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable 4 day stay would come again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Amenities
Excellent value and comfort, thoroughly enjoyed my stay. The room was comfortable and clean and breakfast was lovely. Thank you very much.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything ok
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel suited our purpose with the location and price. The availability of dining in the nearby restaurant was great, dinner and breakfast was good quality and ample to set you up for the day ahead. All staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great overnight stay

Great room, extremely helpful and friendly staff, easy check and a a lovely great value for money breakfast experience. Second time we’ve stayed here this year!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access, plenty of parking spaces , very quiet, convenient to town and seafront
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love coming back to this hotel as we have been there so many times as it’s very quiet and lots to do and places most definitely recommend every one to visit
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good value for money, plenty of shopping and dining options
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best hotel in Clacton.

I stay here weekly and have done for 18 months, its always immaculate and very comfortable and is of exceptional value. I have stayed in most of the hotels in the Clacton and the region, and for me, this is the best value hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arnold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great staff and food would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

Great hotel super comfy befs
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good clean place very very happy staff restaurant everything was very good and would definitely recommend this hotel to anybody
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly hotel

Great location friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized car park. Comfy bed. Air con was noisy, couldn’t have slept with it on but accommodation was fairly quiet overall. Had an evening meal, food was good value and very tasty. Quite a noisy and lively vibe in the bar/restaurant with the tvs showing sport but it felt friendly. Staff were very friendly and polite. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024