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
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
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 travelers 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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 onsite 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
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
Here's the breakdown, no surprises
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 elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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
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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 to 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 check-in 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 onsite restaurant.
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Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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 and ample parking spaces, making it an ideal choice for travelers. (10 reviews)
Breakfast was great value and offered a good choice with friendly and efficient service. (15 reviews)
The air conditioning was perfect, great, and brilliant, providing a comfortable sleep during hot weather. (7 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
Aug 27, 2025
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
Ross, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2025
Anniversary Trip
Great visit been many time use this hotel regularly
Barbara
Barbara, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
May 26, 2025
Lovely place to stay
Lynn
Lynn, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 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
Jul 11, 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
May 18, 2025
Very comfortable beds.
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2025
Great review
We always stay there for short breaks and its good value for money
Alex
Alex, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 27, 2025
I liked the look of the pub, it was lovely and clean and very inviting
Hayley
Hayley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 2025
Clean, comfy beds and pillows.
Easy to check in and out
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 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
May 18, 2025
Lovely clean property. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Ciaran
Ciaran, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 31, 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
Jun 29, 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 traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 19, 2025
Enjoyable 4 day stay would come again
John
John, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 28, 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
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
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.
Alli
Alli, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2025
amazing facility at an amazing price
Audrey
Audrey, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 16, 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
May 5, 2025
Safe and easy parking
Peter
Peter, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 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
Feb 9, 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
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 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
8/10 Very good
Feb 28, 2025
Easy access, plenty of parking spaces , very quiet, convenient to town and seafront
Rodney
Rodney, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Jul 29, 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 traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 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.