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

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

8.8 guest rating· 170 reviews

About this hotel

Enjoy Stunning Garden Views

Make the most of your stay at Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns with a picturesque garden view that greets you each morning.

Dining and Drinks

Indulge in delicious meals at the restaurant and sip on your favorite drinks at the cozy bar/lounge, perfect for unwinding after a long day of exploration.

Comfort and Convenience

Relax in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and complimentary wireless internet. Additionally, take advantage of the free self-parking on-site.

Ready to experience comfort and relaxation? Book your stay at Smugglers Cove today!

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Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>215 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Room

Sleeps 4 · 20 m² · Double bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed</strong></p><p>215 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>215 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Double or Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 20 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>215 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with digital channels</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Air conditioning and daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Garden
  • Smoke-free property

Location

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

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.8170 reviews

+ Friendly and helpful staff+ Clean and comfortable rooms+ Good value for money− Housekeeping issues− Disappointing breakfast
Cleanliness8.0
Service9.5
Location9.0
Room Quality8.5
Amenities9.0
Value for Money9.5

Guest review

4.0

The room was comfortable but the cleanliness was very poor. We were kept awake by people running back and forth outside the room. Next morning there were drug/gas bottles in the car park.

Sarah · 2025-10-12

Guest review

10.0

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

Georgina · 2025-10-06

Guest review

8.0

Simply cannot complain at this pricepoint for 2 adults and 2 children (double and 2 single beds). Large, well lit carpark immediately outside and check in is in the pub/restaurant. Room was quiet, bathroom was fine, beds were ok. Cant complain and would stay again. (Note:Aviator pub/restaurant has bad reviews which put us off and so we ate elsewhere but... it was absolutely heaving all evening so the locals cant be wrong. Would try eating there next time)

Thomas · 2025-09-27

Guest review

8.0

Clean Room, Helpful Receptionist, Aircon worked, Shops nearby

Mariella · 2025-09-26

Guest review

10.0

A regular stay for us Lovely as always Room could do the some TLC

steve · 2025-09-22

Guest review

10.0

Easy to find, separate from pub so nice and quiet, very safe

Jean · 2025-09-18

Good to know

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

›Pets

Pets not allowed

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

›Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

›Accessibility

No elevators

›General

Professional property host/manager

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available