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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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Daily full breakfast (GBP 8.75 per person)
Exterior detail
Garden
Interior entrance
Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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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)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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

Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 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
  • Jaywick Martello Tower - 10 min drive - 4.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Smugglers Cove - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Aviator - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Colin's Fish & Chips - ‬3 min drive

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.

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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

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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.

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

As of Sep 10, 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 Sep 14, 2025 start from $62.49, excluding 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.

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. 438 out of 742 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 742 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 74 out of 742 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 742 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 742 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

Esther

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aylson

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

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

6/10 Okay

Mark

Business traveler
Can’t complain for the price, clean and tidy rooms. The food over the road at the bar was good, good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

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

Great review

We always stay there for short breaks and its good value for money
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
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

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed here when my daughter got married near by, Lovely little hotel and lovely bar/restaurant, only had the chance to have the breakfast which was lovely. Defiantly recommend/
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff brilliant
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

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

2/10 Terrible

Lynn

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

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

OK for one night

Room servicing only on request. No in room security such as safe or lockable drawers (no drawers or wrdrobes at all). All unpacked clothes on full view. Underneath bed were fiid wrappers, yoghurt lids and much dust. Probably OK for overnight stay; we booked for four nights and were not overly impressed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

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

10/10 Excellent

Alli

Business traveler
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

Ciaran

Traveled with partner
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

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

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

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Control on the AC is locked to cold last night
Stayed 1 night in May 2025