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

4.0 star property
Clacton-on-Sea inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Escape to Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns, where warm hospitality meets modern comfort. Explore the garden, unwind with a drink at the bar or enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Connect to in-room WiFi and appreciate helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Digital TV service
  • Free self-parking
The current price is £55
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun

Room options

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Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(63 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double or Twin Room, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Clacton Leisure Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Princes Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Clacton Pier - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • West Cliff Theatre - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • London (SEN-Southend) - 78 min drive
  • Clacton-on-Sea Station - 3 min drive
  • Clacton-on-Sea Weeley Station - 7 min drive
  • Colchester Great Bentley Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smugglers Cove - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Skinners Fish and Chips - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk

About this property

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

Enjoy your visit to Clacton-on-Sea with a stay at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers say great things about the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 9.75 for adults and GBP 4.95 for children

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times 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. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns and nearby?

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

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Reviews

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

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with great value, good quality, and a lovely experience. (17 reviews)
  • The property offers easy access and ample parking spaces, making it an ideal choice for travelers. (10 reviews)
  • The air conditioning was perfect, quiet, and kept the room at a comfortable temperature. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

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8/10 Very good

Friendly and inviting
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Plenty of tea and coffee. Great breakfast at the pub and lots of other food outlets around. Would definitely stay here again.
Rebecca, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great room for the price. Helpfui staff. Great bed
Neil, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room food and bar staff were very friendly
Lynn, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Room was clean and staff made our stay
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location with the pub and a McDonald's then there is a Lidl and M&S food nearby
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and well appointed
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean tidy room Wonderful friendly room attendant
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Rooms had everything we needed, clean and tidy. Food at the restaurant was good and the service was excellent
Christopher, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff, the bed was really comfortable and the breakfast was freshly cooked - so much better than the usual heat tray types.
Georgina, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms are fantastic, the pub serves amazing food and staff are super. Cant recommend enough
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean Room, Helpful Receptionist, Aircon worked, Shops nearby
Mariella, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to find, separate from pub so nice and quiet, very safe
Jean, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Family stay for the airshow

Check in was easy, staff were friendly, breakfast was offered at a reduced rate before stay so added that on and it was good value/tasty! Room was comfortable enough, location was good, we attended the airshow.
Ross, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, quiet, bed was comfortable. Had everything I needed. Even had a bath which I enjoyed. Complimentary tea/coffee /milk, extra available in the foyer. Didn't have any food as was visiting family
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff and room was lovely.
Jane, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The room was very comfortable and clean. Tea & Coffee was ample. Just got a snack from the restaurant and the food was excellent.
Jo-Ann, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Our room was clean & comfortable :)
Emma, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean, comfy beds, short walk to the Aviator but the bathroom could do with updating as it was very smelly and tired looking.. I would definitely stay again though and recommend it to family and friends.
Joyce, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet area in retail park, supermarkets and food places near by, only 7 minute drive to sea front
Katie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A regular stay for us Lovely as always Room could do the some TLC
steve, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean. Very friendly and helpful staff.
John, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice room clean and everything you need. My only complaint was the mattress it was awful just how I imagine that a prison mattress would be.
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely little hotel

Lovely little hotel at the side of the Aviator pub, check in at the pub was easy and staff are very friendly. The rooms are clean and beds are comfortable and a lovely big screen TV. The food at the pub is good value especially the breakfast.
Ian, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable beds.
Jayne, 1-night trip