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

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Hartley Brook Road Clacton on Sea, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 3TP, United Kingdom – Very good location – show map
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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
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Parking WiFi Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Facilities for disabled guests Restaurant

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.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

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Languages spoken

English

Availability

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Couples particularly like this property — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

House rules

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.

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.

Smoking

Not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Children

Children of all ages are welcome.

Groups

When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Accepted payment methods

Credit card

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

• 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.

• 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.

Legal information

This property is managed by The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns.

Located in Clacton-on-Sea, United Kingdom.

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

Unfortunately, pets are not allowed at this property.
The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns is 2.6 km from the center of Clacton-on-Sea.
Room options at The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns include:
  • Double or Twin Room
  • Double Room
  • Twin Room - Disability Access
  • Family Room
Yes, couples have rated this property 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Guest reviews

8.5

Very good

1977 reviews

V

Victoria

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Yesterday
9.0
+ The staff were very friendly and welcoming The staff were very friendly and welcoming
- There were not enough towels in the room, but we were rushed so didn't ask for any more There were not enough towels in the room, but we were rushed so didn't ask for any more

review category group of friends · Double or Twin Room

L

Lynda

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

1 week ago
8.0
+ Good english breakfast with as much tea and coffee as you want. Good english breakfast with as much tea and coffee as you want.

young couple · Double or Twin Room

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

Non-smoking rooms Restaurant Facilities for disabled guests Internet services Parking Tea/Coffee maker Bar

Food & Drink

  • Kids' meals
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet

  • Internet services

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided

Safety & Security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access

General

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Accessibility

  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Media & Technology

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out

Living Area

  • Parking

Other

  • Cashless payment available
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus

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

8.5

Very good

1977 reviews

All reviews verified

Categories

Staff 8.9
Facilities 8.4
Cleanliness 8.7
Comfort 8.8
Value for money 8.7
Location 8.7
Free Wifi 7.4

Score distribution

Superb
1112
Good
676
Okay
96
Poor
52
Very poor
41

Scores by traveler type

With friends 9.1
Solo travelers 8.5
Couples 8.6
Business travelers 8.7
Families 8.5

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Guest reviews

V

Victoria

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Double or Twin Room Double or Twin Room Yesterday review category group of friends
+ The staff were very friendly and welcoming
− There were not enough towels in the room, but we were rushed so didn't ask for any more
L

Lynda

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double or Twin Room Double or Twin Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Good english breakfast with as much tea and coffee as you want.
D

Daniel

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

8.0
Double or Twin Room Double or Twin Room 1 week ago young couple
+ Good location
− The room stinking of mould
S

Steele

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

7.0
Double or Twin Room Double or Twin Room 2 weeks ago review category group of friends
+ Some fruit would have been nice at Breakfast. We enjoyed the carvery
− Staff weren't over welcoming!
A

Andy

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

9.0
Double or Twin Room Double or Twin Room 2 weeks ago solo traveller
+ Susan was amazingly helpful with fixing an error I made with the booking