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

4.0 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Clacton-on-Sea inn

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Brook Park, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea, England, CO15 3TP
  • Clacton Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • West Cliff Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • London (SEN-Southend)

Room options

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

Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • 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

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Clacton-on-Sea

In Clacton-on-Sea .You'll find Princes Theatre and West Cliff Theatre within 3 miles (5 km) of this inn. Clacton Pier and Clacton-on-Sea Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Princes Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Clacton Pier - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • West Cliff Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Clacton-on-Sea Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • St. Osyth Beach - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

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

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 4-star Clacton-on-Sea inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Clacton-on-Sea inn is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 8.75 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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

How close is The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns to the airport?

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns is 55.8 mi (78-min drive) away from the London (SEN-Southend) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns.

How close is The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns to the beach?

This inn is 2.4 mi (12-min drive) from Clacton-on-Sea Beach and 3.8 mi (8-min drive) from Jaywick Sands. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 8.75 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

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.

Is there free parking at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns have a pool?

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns does not have a pool.

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns to downtown Clacton-on-Sea?

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns is 1.6 mi away from Clacton-on-Sea.

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

10/10 Excellent

Amie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

sheila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
My reservation was for a twin room but they give us a double , room but to be fair the young lady went and made the reservation in to a twin , and on booking form was ment to get breakfast but on arrival got told restaurant was closed, but we did have a comfortable sleep ,
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I always stay here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Needs paint up and carpet clean

We had a comfortable stay. Carpet was dirty from what looked like dried lumps of food. Walls were dirty in bedroom. Bathroom very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

malc****

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is undergoing an upgrade and will be great when all is done.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay, room clean and tidy. One problem was TV went off at 22:00 but it was back on following morning so not to bad really. Pub shut for revamp so can’t comment on that
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

malc****

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Only problem is you need a car and the bar is closed for a refurb.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located lodge on the outskirts of Clacton with several eateries around. Ideal for visiting family. We found the room quiet, clean and comfortable, well maintained with ample tea and coffee available. Good bathroom facilities. The king size bed and duvet was very comfortable but unfortunately the requested extra single beds were of very poor quality. One of which it was possible to feel the mattress springs through the sheet, leading to a very uncomfortable nights sleep. Have stayed in Marstons inns before and encountered the same problem with the additional single bed. Over all not a bad place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

John

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

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I arrived 1.45pm, check in was 2pm but I was told the room was ready and it was quite quiet. I went to get luggage from the car and then went to the room but it wasn't ready, the cleaner had literally just gone into the room. I asked at reception if another room was ready instead but they said this time that they were really busy and couldn't change room. Whilst it wasn't a huge problem that the room wasn't ready I do wonder if if would have been by 2pm check in. I went away and didn't come back until the evening so don't know. Also Room 201 is at the top of the stairs and every time someone came through the door at the top of the stairs it made a noise so I wouldn't recommend that room. Room overall was quite clean, and hotel overall was clean. Complimentary breakfast while the pub opposite is closed for refurbishment was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Debra

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

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

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Clean and tidy

Business stay and just right
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just love coming back to this hotel and it’s quiet and lots of places to do as we have been this hotel a lot of times and it’s worth it as the staff were great helpful and clean too
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Business traveler
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