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.
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
Jaywick Martello Tower - 10 min drive - 7.1 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
McDonald's - 6 min walk
KFC Clacton - Brook Retail Park - 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
When visiting Clacton-on-Sea, The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns is a great choice to consider. 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.
Languages
English
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
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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
LOCAL_PARKING
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
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
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 8.75 per person
Policies
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
Also known as
Smugglers Cove Marston's Inns Inn Clacton-on-Sea
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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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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property offers easy access, ample parking spaces, and a convenient location near shops and the seafront. (9 reviews)
Breakfast was great value and offered a good choice with friendly and efficient service. (14 reviews)
Food was good value for money with a wide variety of dishes and friendly, helpful staff. (9 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2025
Anniversary Trip
Great visit been many time use this hotel regularly
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
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
Ian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Jul 2025
Warm welcome cool room
Friendly check inn, our room was already cool with the aircon running
steve
steve, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2025
Great review
We always stay there for short breaks and its good value for money
Alex
Alex, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 May 2025
Great little hotel , away from the chaos of being on the sea front.Friendly staff, clean and
Philip
Philip, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2025
Family
That the room was clean, tidy and as we were there during very hot weather, it had air-conditioning. Brilliant. Breakfast was also superb. Will definitely be staying there again when we visit our family.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
6/10 Good
31 May 2025
Can’t complain for the price, clean and tidy rooms. The food over the road at the bar was good, good value for money.
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 May 2025
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/
Jackie
Jackie, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
16 Jul 2025
Nice Inn. Poor pub.
Nice clean accommodation with ample car parking.
The inn is in the middle of a retail park with few roadside pavements, so local guidance is needed to find the footpaths and subway to get to stores and bus stops.
Unusually for a Marstons the beer in the pub was undrinkable and the wine over chilled to the point of creating crystals.
David
David, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
19 Feb 2025
Enjoyable 4 day stay would come again
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Apr 2025
amazing facility at an amazing price
Audrey
Audrey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Jul 2025
Fine but needs a good clean.
Pretty much a contractors stop over. Communal areas dirty bedroom carpets felt grubby and toilet hadnt been cleaned. The room had all the basic needs, tea and coffee facilities and more if you needed it at entrance. Night staff were friendly and helpful on our arrival. Good a/c in the room, firm bed and parking directly outside, just cleanliness is an issue here. Breakfast was ok, depending on your preferences.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
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!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Apr 2025
Excellent value and comfort, thoroughly enjoyed my stay.
The room was comfortable and clean and breakfast was lovely.
Thank you very much.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Break with family and friends
This is the third time my husband and myself have stayed at this hotel. Although it’s now changed name, but still a great place to stay. Would recommend to others to stay there.
Barbara
Barbara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Mar 2025
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.
chris
chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2025
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
Leigh
Leigh, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Feb 2025
Easy access, plenty of parking spaces , very quiet, convenient to town and seafront
Rodney
Rodney, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Jan 2025
Good value for money, plenty of shopping and dining options
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Nice place, great staff and food would highly recommend.
Arnold
Arnold, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Lovley stay
What a lovely place tonstay. We were here for 5 nights from Australia ti spend time with our friends . The room was very comfortable and spacious. Plenty if tea and coffee amenities. The pub is also very nice we had lunches and dinners there could not fault it at all. The staff are all really lovley
Caron
Caron, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Nov 2024
Great hotel
Great hotel super comfy befs
Elaine
Elaine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2025
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.
Peter
Peter, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Very good clean place very very happy staff restaurant everything was very good and would definitely recommend this hotel to anybody