The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns
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Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns is 2.7 km from The Pavilion. The hotel serves British dishes prepared in the à la carte restaurant on site.
Located 10 minutes by car from the restored Victorian Clacton Pier, this 3-star hotel is also about a 20-minute walk from Clacton-on-Sea railway station. The Clacton Seaquarium, 2.8 km away, is definitely a must-see for family tourists in Clacton-on-Sea. The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns is 15 minutes' drive from Hasty's Adventure Farm. The nearest bus stop is Highfield Holiday Park, approximately 400 metres away.
Furnished with wardrobes and a writing table, the 38 rooms also include such conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines. The rooms also feature a private bathroom. Bathrooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns serves a continental breakfast. Guests may visit Aviator restaurant and a garden bar on site.
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What is the distance to the city centre from The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
Clacton-on-Sea city centre is reachable on foot within a 25-minute walk from The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns.
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Is there a parking space near The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
Yes, guests of The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns can take advantage of a car park on site.
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Is there any public transport near the Clacton-on-Sea hotel?
The nearest bus stop is located just 450 m from the Clacton-on-Sea hotel.
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Where can I have lunch or dinner not far from the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can enjoy a meal in the nearby bar Robin Hood, located 12 minutes' walk away.
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What is the check-in time in The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
The earliest check-in time is from 14:00.
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What is the check-out time in the The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
The latest time you may check-out from the The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns is 11:00.
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What is the price of staying at The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
The minimum price for a room in The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns is £74.
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Which payment methods are allowed in the hotel?
The hotel can accept the following payment methods:
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What types of rooms does The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns offer?
King Room, Twin Room, and Guest Room are offered in The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns.
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Which facilities are featured in the rooms of the The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns?
Each room at the The Aviator, Formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea By Marston'S Inns offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature private bathrooms along with a sink.
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Is the Clacton-on-Sea hotel accessible for guests with special needs?
Yes, at the Clacton-on-Sea hotel wheelchair access, accessible bathrooms, and rooms with accessible facilities are provided for guests with special needs.
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8.4
Very Good
Based on 2035 reviews
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8.4
Very Good
Based on 2035 reviews
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Tendring Deen Education Centre
2.2 km
Clacton Citadel
2 km
Gala Clubs
2.2 km
Clacton Pier
2.1 km
Clacton Christian Spiritualist Church
1.8 km
Princes Theatre
2.1 km
Elim Pentecostal
2.1 km
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London Stansted
77 km
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Clacton-on-Sea Railway Station
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8.4
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Furnished with wardrobes and a writing table, the 38 rooms also include such conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee/tea making machines. The rooms also feature a private bathroom. Bathrooms are equipped with a walk-in shower and a separate toilet, as well as comforts such as a hairdryer and bath sheets.
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Florence
2024-05-22
7/10
The room was spotless with an exceptionally comfortable bed and for the pull out beds.
John
2024-03-14
7/10
The most important - excellent and unbeatable location on a roundabout. Top quality and functional rooms available with bath, a comfortable chair, choice of pillows.
John
2024-03-09
7/10
Immaculately clean accommodation, really helpful and attentive staff. Fine bedroom. Comfy beds and a fairly clean bathroom.
Frank
2024-02-19
8/10
We were greeted by excellent, attentive staff. The hotel's position was perfect and lovely, on a roundabout.
Michael
2024-02-11
8/10
We appreciated the king room which was new-fashioned for the pull out beds. It was a good location next to a pub, and a retail park having three of the main fast food chains.
Martin
2024-01-07
7/10
The hotel is quiet in fact. Efficient and smart staff, they know their business. The positives include great and lovely location and parking onsite. The attached restaurant is great.
Tony
2024-01-05
9/10
Pleasant, brand-new property. The king room with lovely air conditioning as well as a comfortable chair. What an amazing stay, no complaints whatsoever.
Justin
2023-12-29
7/10
Everything seemed great, outstandingly accommodating staff, airy rooms. We got a room with a walk-in shower.
Henry
2023-12-22
8/10
All of the staff was helpful and very hospitable. The service was excellent, the food was brilliant.
Peter
2023-12-02
7/10
The bedroom was neat and airy. The bed was lovely, and there was a clean bathroom. The hotel location was good and perfect on Botanic gardens in Glasgow.
Peter
2023-11-28
7/10
We thoroughly enjoyed this place, as it was the best hotel. The property was ideal with efficient staff.
Rose
2023-11-17
7/10
Great and lovely location for visiting pubs and restaurants. Spotless room and clean bathroom with a hair dryer, a walk-in shower, and bath sheets.
Michael
2023-11-16
8/10
Double room with choice of pillows, bedside table, as for instance was ready when we arrived. The location was good and ideal for visiting pubs and restaurants next to the hotel.
Francis
2023-11-08
7/10
Twin/double room for the pull out beds. Overall perfect and excellent location just off all the shops too and beach, the ' pub', and a retail park with McDonald's KFC and Lidl and other shops and a large pub next door.
Joanna
2023-11-05
7/10
I had very comfortable days staying at this hip new hotel. Marvellous location, the private parking was available. Stopped by Eileens Cafe to get some coffee and treats, it's only a short distance to the venue, recommend.
Jimmy
2023-11-03
7/10
Everything was perfect, the wifi was free. We got the twin/double room and it was airy. The location of the property was excellant, on a roundabout. Besides, this hotel was located 2 km away from Saint Mark's Church. The food in the restaurant was fine and tasty.
Matt
2023-11-03
7/10
The hotel had indeed a magnificent location on a roundabout. Plus, it was 15 minutes by car to a restored Victorian pier.
Jay
2023-10-31
9/10
The twin/double room is budget and has coffee/tea making facilities, a flat-screen television, and a writing table.
James
2023-10-25
9/10
Thoroughly enjoyed my 2 nights stay. Very hospitable staff and the location was lovely. The hotel was quiet and pleasant and the attached restaurant was great. I had a lovely stay in a long time.
Frank
2023-10-25
9/10
Particularly good and marvellous location to Clacton pier, met the purpose.
William
2023-10-19
9/10
It has excellent and absolutely perfect setting on outskirts of Clacton. Also, it is near a retail park having three of the main fast food chains and a large supermarket to restock for a day on the beach, and the restaurant/ pub.
Joe
2023-10-15
8/10
My 2 nights in Clacton-on-Sea were very lovely. I greatly enjoyed the breakfast time in the restaurant. Marvellous location and efficient and attentive staff were a definite plus. Also, this hotel was situated 4 km from tourist destination like The Pavilion.
Ralph
2023-10-09
9/10
Had a quite comfortable stay for the price, glad I've chosen it. The jewel in the crown was very pleasant staff. The rooms were airy & modern for the pull out beds. Liked my stay.
Jason
2023-10-05
7/10
The location was perfect and excellent and beds were lovely. The staff were efficient and attentive and kept the place clean. I had breakfast in the restaurant.
George
2023-09-30
5/10
The location was good with lots of pub and a restaurant right at the doorstep. We received excellent service from the efficient staff.
The bed was very uncomfortable, unfortunately.
Vera
2023-09-22
8/10
I had double room that also was complete with the pull out beds, lovely air conditioning plus bath. The breakfast offered plenty of excellent meals.
Isaac
2023-09-20
7/10
Perfect hip new hotel. Great spot so close to Botanic gardens in Glasgow and the outskirts of Clacton. Free parking onsite provided.
Arnold
2023-08-30
8/10
Brilliant place for discovering Clacton-on-Sea. Overall a just perfect stay for the price. Excellent and unbeatable location, functional twin/double room with the full length mirror and choice of pillows.
Thomas
2023-08-24
6/10
It had marvellous and unbeatable location, close enough to all the shops too, outskirts of Clacton and the Smugglers Cove pub and other food places.
The bathroom was very basic and no fruit.
Mark
2023-08-24
9/10
The staff were helpful and very hospitable too. Our room was modern and functional, available with good size bed and the full length mirror plus bedside table. Had a nice meal in the restaurant.
John
2023-08-22
8/10
Appreciated our rooms with lovely air conditioning.
Mary
2023-08-02
8/10
Amazing accommodation with particularly good location on Botanic gardens in Glasgow. Very hospitable staff throughout. Outstanding food options.
Gordon
2023-07-27
8/10
It's fairly clean hotel with spotless and budget rooms and outstandingly accommodating staff. There is a great attached restaurant, serving amazing dishes.
Billy
2023-07-22
7/10
The double room for the pull out beds had all necessary amenities. The location was marvellous and perfect because it was just next door to both the pub, all the shops, and Botanic gardens in Glasgow.
Their staff were ignorant.
Ricky
2023-07-04
8/10
We would recomand staying at this hip new hotel. Everything is excellent here, had a really lovely stay for the price. The location is marvellous and absolutely perfect, short walk to a lovely pub, McDonalds and Lidl, other food places, and local supermarket, we appreciated it. Also, it's 3 km from a Clacton pier.
Nick
2023-07-01
9/10
Its location was perfect and excellent, close to shops.
William
2023-06-08
8/10
Had a lovely time. I felt at home in this pleasant and exceptionally comfortable hotel. All of the staff were efficient. I enjoyed the fact that the room was good sized and functional and the bed was lovely. The restaurant was good for breakfasts. The property was in a marvellous location close enough to pub, the restaurant, and a roundabout. Besides, a restored Victorian pier was 4 km away from the property.
Robin
2023-06-06
6/10
Everything about this hip new hotel was perfect. The staff were efficient, with extra attention to the details. The setting was marvellous, just off a retail park with McDonald's KFC and Lidl and other shops and a large pub next door, the pier, and outskirts of Clacton.
The hotel staff was very rude.
Richard
2023-05-11
7/10
It was a good experience. Perfect location - just walking distance from everywhere we needed. Quick bites Great Chicken was located 20 minutes walk away.
Steve
2023-05-11
7/10
The location down to the seafront was marvellous and unbelievable.
Dean
2023-04-29
9/10
Spotlessly clean building and rooms with lovely air conditioning. Really helpful and attentive staff and excellent location close to the seaside!
Hayley
2023-04-25
9/10
Unbelievable location, the staff were welcoming!
John
2023-04-24
8/10
The rooms were spotless and budget and the service excellent. I was offered extra breakfast when needed. The location was marvellous and lovely and the free parking was on site. I tried some drinks at bar The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant, located 25 minutes walk away.
Martin
2023-04-18
8/10
Overall the place is fairly clean and ideal, it met expectation. Thank you, you are amazing!
Arthur
2023-04-06
8/10
The location was excellent and unbeatable to supermarkets within walking distance. Also, we were 5 km from our favourite spot Martello Children's Zoo.
Paul
2023-03-14
8/10
Quiet and pleasant venue, nothing to complain about. Excellent staff, great location on a roundabout. Based near to a large supermarket, and the Robin Hood pub.
Doug
2023-03-14
9/10
The total stay was lovely for the price. Everything was perfect and the staff was efficient. The restaurant served a wide range of meals for breakfast. Marvellous and peaceful location, it was near the restaurant/ pub, a Tesco's supermarket and the roundabout on foot.
Michael
2023-03-06
8/10
Lots of options, fine food.
Juliet
2023-02-25
7/10
Loved the double room for the pull out beds, felt like we were home. The location was magnificent, close to local supermarket!
Alfred
2023-02-24
7/10
Excellent service, airy twin/double room with the pull out beds as well as lovely air conditioning.
Very rude staff!
Paul
2023-02-13
8/10
Budget room with good size bed, bedside table, the full length mirror as expected. Peaceful and unbelievable location of the hotel, very close to restaurant, and a retail park.
Jerry
2023-01-26
8/10
The beds were comfy as were the pillows. The location of this quiet hotel was unbelievable, to Clacton pier. Exceptional service, provided by the attentive and smart staff.
James
2023-01-24
8/10
The place was pleasant and fairly clean. Rooms where air-conditioned and bed was comfy, stuff were excellent. The service offered was exceptional.
William
2023-01-14
9/10
Well, it was a comfortable stay for the price. Unbelievable location just off the pub, the roundabout, and restaurant, I felt safe. Had lunch/dinner at Domino's Pizza, which I found around 10-15 minutes walk from the hotel.
Ethel
2023-01-10
7/10
It offers excellent services.
Dennis
2023-01-10
9/10
It was comfortable time in Clacton-on-Sea. The hotel was what we enjoyed during christmas. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, and there were coffee/tea making equipment, flat-screen television and a writing desk too. The food in the restaurant was brilliant and the restaurant was great.
Frederic
2022-12-19
7/10
We had a bright and budget room with exceptionally comfortable bed and coffee/tea making equipment, flat-screen television and a writing desk. The location was perfect and unbelievable for exploring Clacton-on-Sea.
Frank
2022-11-22
9/10
Amazing stay, as always. Perfect accommodation with magnificent setting near restaurants as well as Clacton pier. Excellent service at the restaurant! Easy parking on-site.
Christopher
2022-11-21
9/10
I was given a spotless and airy room with good size bed, a comfortable chair and bedside table. Having a hair dryer, a walk-in shower and bath sheets was a bonus. Loved the location to Clacton pier.
James
2022-11-06
8/10
A pleasant and quiet hotel, my first choice in Clacton-on-Sea. The property was fairly clean with attentive staff. Plenty of delightful food for meals.
Richard
2022-11-02
7/10
The twin/double room was pretty nice with comfy beds. There was a great restaurant and pleasant and smart staff.
Richard
2022-10-27
9/10
This was an unbelievable location short walk to Clacton pier. Popped in The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant for shots before sleep, it was relatively close to the venue. The rooms with comfy bed were bright and luxurious.
Steve
2022-10-20
9/10
The hotel was fairly clean and had efficient staff. We liked rooms for the pull out beds. The service was excellent and the food was delightful. Moreover, we parked on site. That hotel was in an unbeatable and unbelievable location, handy to be next to a pub. Plus, it was about 15 minutes' drive to Cars.
Neil
2022-09-27
8/10
The room was top-class and equipped with choice of pillows as well as bath as described. The location was unbelievable - easy walk to everywhere we wanted to go.
Alexander
2022-09-14
8/10
Everything was fairly clean and great. It was budget, spotless and for the pull out beds. Everyone was welcoming. The location was marvellous and unbelievable, on a roundabout with easy access to shops and supermarkets. I ate in the attached restaurant nearby.
Leonard
2022-09-10
8/10
Had a really lovely stay for the price. I liked the room, it was high-class and airy with 2 single beds or 1 queen-size bed. The staff were both amicable and efficient.
Sam
2022-08-31
9/10
The entire staff were polite and welcoming.
Jack
2022-08-25
8/10
The hotel rooms where neat and air-conditioned with the full length mirror and choice of pillows plus a comfortable chair.
Alison
2022-08-15
8/10
The staff were welcoming, doing great job. Enjoyed our twin/double room.
Lesley
2022-07-30
8/10
The food was fab and the bar was good.
Iain
2022-06-15
9/10
Staff and location, they were nice here.
Danny
2022-06-13
8/10
We had a lovely stay at this brand-new hotel. Restaurant was perfect for a breakfast. The location was unbeatable and unbelievable for traveling around Clacton-on-Sea, near supermarkets as well as restaurants.
Reginald
2022-06-13
9/10
Staff and rooms were very good, I loved that. My room included coffee/tea making equipment, flat-screen television and a writing desk. Was an excellent base for christmas.
Alan
2022-05-17
9/10
Loved the place, had a good stay for the price. The reception was great with efficient staff.
James
2022-05-16
8/10
There were good staff and location for a pleasant stay for the price. We appreciated our stay in this hotel.
Dale
2022-05-06
9/10
By and large, it was nice place for sightseeing in Clacton-on-Sea, had much fun.
Mark
2022-04-04
9/10
Everything was simply excellent. Spotlessly clean contemporary accommodation with smart staff and perfect location close to local supermarket. We loved outstanding food.
John
2022-02-24
8/10
I loved the English breakfast and the budget room. Very comfy beds, an electronic key card, a work desk and a TV were a nice touch. It was based in amazing building in an absolutely perfect location, close to local supermarket. Generally service was excellent too. Moreover, I parked at the on-site.
Cameron
2022-02-02
8/10
Tidy, unrivaled location, incredibly kind staff. I enjoyed having WiFi, good Internet and free tea.
Robert
2022-01-28
5/10
The room was airy, with lovely air conditioning.
Well, no breakfast.
Martin
2021-12-30
8/10
It was clean and the staff were very pleasant, beds were exceptionally comfortable. Unbeatable location, within walking distance of Cars. A good choice of food options close to the venue.
Dan
2021-11-12
8/10
Thanks for the fantastic stay, no complains at all. Every detail was pleasant, such as location and staff. Hospitality from the whole staff.
Robert
2021-11-11
8/10
Hotel is brand-new, with reasonable breakfast, and location is lovely right by a large supermarket and the centre of Clacton and all the shops. The units are beautifully decorated, welcoming.
Reginald
2021-10-22
9/10
We had a very enjoyable stay here. The reason we liked it was fine staff and food.
Its breakfast definitely has to be included in price.
John
2021-10-06
9/10
Unrivalled location and good beds. Exceptional view of garden. We visited pubs and restaurants next to the hotel. We enjoyed a good restaurant.
Nicola
2021-09-29
8/10
Really kind staff, picturesque location, intimate hotel. Rooms were non-smoking and compact and bathroom was bright with a bathtub. The venue was ideally located for short stay...
Albert
2021-09-08
5/10
The staff were happy to help, the location was unbelievable. Reasonably priced breakfast with variety of meals. I got free upgrade and loved it.
Very basic bathroom.
John
2021-05-27
7/10
The whole experience was very lovely from start to finish, would recomand. We loved almost every detail: very comfy location, hardworking staff. There was a huge variety of food, in general it was exceptional. The shops and supermarket were right next door. Secured hotel with admirable customer service.
George
2021-04-08
8/10
Everything was quite new, loved our such wonderful stay. We were given new-fashioned room with the table and also pillows. Try savoury dishes served at the attached restaurant.
Joseph
2021-04-05
9/10
The hotel was absolutely clean and unreal, had free wi-fi. The staff were amicable, they offered a welcoming service. Moreover, there was free parking onsite. Fab location to clacton shopping village.
Jason
2021-02-23
8/10
Great choice for weekend. We loved this ideal place and its friendly location. The double room was immaculate with climate control and coffee. Found in a lovely area.
Henry
2020-09-09
9/10
We did not want to leave there and would consider staying here again. Great location, very clean rooms and LOVELY staff. Hotel is near the beach. Appreciated that there was Mcdonald's with short-orders within walking distance of the venue, super convenient.
