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

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.0
  • Garden
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Key card access
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking on site
  • Facilities for disabled guests

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About this property

Situated in Clacton-on-Sea, The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns has a restaurant, bar, garden, and free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. All rooms will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Guests at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns can enjoy a continental breakfast at an additional fee. Ipswich is 44 km from the accommodation, while Colchester is 22 km from the property. The nearest airport is London Stansted Airport, 77 km from The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Marston's Inns
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
and
1 futon bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ann
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Convenient location for visiting family. Neat clean well equipped room with plenty of plug sockets and charging points. Bathroom also well equipped and clean. Pleasant, friendly and helpful staff”
Captainkid
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Out of town but very quiet, some shops nearby. Staff very helpful even though there was a slight issue checking in. Very clean an comfy too.”
Trevor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were extremely helpful and nothing to much trouble. The food in the restaurant was very good and thanks to the chef.”
Chase
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, cleanliness, all round excellent for money”
Frankie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lots of shops and amenities close by , good location”
Kathleen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean apart from dirty marks on one wall notice as you come to the room comfortable bed good shower .”
Karen
Australia Australia
“Very comfortable and well located and friendly staff. Nice breakfast”
Nick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great hotel and location. Awesome Reception and bar staff”
Joanita
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Th staff, were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. They were well furnished and clean. The hotel was very accessible for disabled people with wheelchairs and learning difficulties.”
Alan
Ireland Ireland
“Everything the man who was in charge of breakfast was absolutely lovely”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Aviator
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.