8.8 / 10 Guest Rating

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

Name: The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Address: Brook Park, Valley Road, Clacton-on-Sea, England, CO15 3TP, Clacton-on-Sea, GB
Rating: 8.8

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

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from US$81 / night

About the Property

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!

Facilities & Amenities

Free WiFi

Garden

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Smoke-free property

Free self parking

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in

Check-out11:00 AM

Property Notes

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

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Guests

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

8 rates found

Double or Twin Room, Accessible - Photo 1

Double or Twin Room, Accessible - Photo 2

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Double or Twin Room, Accessible

1 Double Bed215 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingAccessibility - Wheelchair accessibleNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

20 m2

Sleeps 2

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerDeskPrivate bathroom

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Twin Room - Disability Access

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$101.75

$81.4

Includes taxes & fees

Twin Room - Disability Access

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$132.26

$105.81

Includes taxes & fees

1/6

Family Room

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed215 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

20 m2

Sleeps 4

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

1 Sofa bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerDeskPrivate bathroom

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Family Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$109.59

$87.67

Includes taxes & fees

Family Room

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$140.13

$112.1

Includes taxes & fees

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Double or Twin Room

2 Twin Beds215 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

20 m2

Sleeps 2

2 Twin bed (90-99 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerDeskPrivate bathroom

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Double or Twin Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$101.75

$81.4

Includes taxes & fees

Double or Twin Room

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$132.26

$105.81

Includes taxes & fees

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Double Room

1 Double Bed215 sq feet Internet - Free WiFi Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with digital channelsFood & Drink - Coffee/tea maker and electric kettle Sleep - Bed sheets Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryerPractical - Desk and iron/ironing board (on request)Comfort - Air conditioning and daily housekeepingNeed to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds availableNon-Smoking

20 m2

Sleeps 2

1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)

Amenities

Coffee/tea makerShowerAir conditioningHair dryerDeskPrivate bathroom

Room Option

Board / Meal

Price for 1 night

Double Room

Non-refundable

Room Only

20% OFF$101.75

$81.4

Includes taxes & fees

Double Room

Non-refundable

Breakfast Included

20% OFF$132.26

$105.81

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent170 verified reviews

AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly and helpful staff and frequently praise the clean and comfortable rooms.

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Sarah

Verified booking

Standard Room

Stayed in Oct 12, 2025

"Good"

Good

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.

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Georgina

Verified booking

partner

Standard Room

Stayed in Oct 6, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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

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Thomas

Verified booking

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 27, 2025

"Excellent"

Excellent

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)

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Mariella

Verified booking

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 26, 2025

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Clean Room, Helpful Receptionist, Aircon worked, Shops nearby

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steve

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Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 22, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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

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Jean

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partner

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 18, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

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

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Linda

Verified booking

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 17, 2025

"Best hotel we have stayed in"

Exceptional

10.0

We had a lovely stay, rooms airy and large, fabulous shower, tea/coffee making facilities. Parked the car outside our window. Breakfast was a bit disappointing, my husband ordered a full English, but when it arrived half the breakfast advertised was missing, living in France this is something he misses. We enquired the next day but it was still the same. Delivery the day we left 😔 . Buffet was good. The staff were great and very friendly Definitely book with them again.

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Richard

Verified booking

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 14, 2025

"Good place for a short stay"

Exceptional

10.0

The staff are extremely helpful and friendly. The cooked vegetarian breakfast isnt amazing so stick to the continental breakfast. The other food in the pub is good. The rooms are clean, beds are good, quiet rooms. I would stay here again. It is only really a 2 days stay place.

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Katie

Verified booking

partner

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 14, 2025

"Exceptional"

Exceptional

10.0

Nice quiet area in retail park, supermarkets and food places near by, only 7 minute drive to sea front

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Cilla

Verified booking

family

Standard Room

Stayed in Sep 8, 2025

"Excellent"

Excellent

8.0

Breakfast was great, staff were lovely, but housekeeping wasnt up to standard, Pubic hairs left in bath, grime under toilet seat around rim, beds were very comfortable but rooms were very basic, no drawers, to put clothes in,

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

About the Property

Facilities & Amenities

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Property Notes

Check Room Availability

Available Rooms

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

Amenities

Family Room

Amenities

Double or Twin Room

Amenities

Double Room

Amenities

Guest Reviews

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