Clacton-on-Sea Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Landscape view of the sea shore in Clacton on Sea with wild flower, blue water and sunny sky in the summertime, in Essex, England
Golden sands on the Clacton on Sea shoreline
Blue beach hut on Clacton beach on the Essex coast
A view from the cliff top along the beach at Clacton on Sea, UK in the summertime
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The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns

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

4 out of 5
Brook Park Clacton-on-Sea England
The price is AU$103 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$103
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this inn in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (832 reviews)
"lovely staff friendly and helpful room was spotless, had everything we needed food was lovely , well served , great value will stay again , bed exceptionally comfortable , pillows so good i've googled the make , and have them on order ."

Reviewed on 7 June 2026

The Aviator, formerly Smugglers Cove, Clacton On Sea by Marston's Inns
Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel

4 out of 5
Frinton Road Clacton-on-Sea England
The price is AU$359 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$359
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (474 reviews)
"A great w/e in a super location.. throughly enjoyed our time at the location and totally recommend a relaxing high end location!"

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Lifehouse Spa & Hotel
Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO

3 out of 5
27-29 Marine Parade East Clacton-on-Sea England
The price is AU$101 per night from 21 June to 22 June
AU$101
21 June - 22 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (282 reviews)
"Arrived at the hotel to find the description and pictures were not as described within the advert for the hotel. The was cars blocking the entrance to the hotel,the decor and cleanliness was awful throughout the hotel and the room. We had no towels in our room and we had until midnight before they ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Esplanade Hotel - Clacton On Sea (Beachfront Hotel) by OYO
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NEW Willerby 2 bedrooms caravan

NEW Willerby 2 bedrooms caravan

Weeley England
Enjoy laundry facilities and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Clacton Leisure Centre and The Wyvern Maze are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Beautiful spot in Essex to getaway to.Accommodation is lovely and clean plus comfortable. We will be a repeat customer thats for sure."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

NEW Willerby 2 bedrooms caravan
Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space

Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space

Lee over Sands ENG
Stay at this family-friendly chalet in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Jaywick Martello Tower and Cudmore ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
"It’s a loverly cottage to stay in nice walks beautiful sunrises and sunsets."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Cozy comfortable cottage by the sea and water, surrounded by fields and space
Family-friendly caravans with on-site pool and entertainment

Family-friendly caravans with on-site pool and entertainment

Saint Osyth England
Enjoy in-room fireplaces and an indoor pool. Popular attractions Jaywick Martello Tower and Jaywick Sands are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"Alll good"

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026

Family-friendly caravans with on-site pool and entertainment
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Popular places to visit

Clacton-on-Sea Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Clacton-on-Sea Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Clacton-on-Sea. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area.

Clacton-on-Sea Beach

St. Osyth Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, St. Osyth Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Saint Osyth.

St. Osyth Beach

Princes Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Princes Theatre during your stay in Clacton-on-Sea. Amble around this relaxing area's seaside and enjoy its lively bars.

Princes Theatre

Clacton Pier

Enjoy an outing to Clacton Pier during your stay in Clacton-on-Sea. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Clacton Pier

West Cliff Theatre

You can make plans for a show at West Cliff Theatre during your trip to Clacton-on-Sea. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

West Cliff Theatre

Jaywick Martello Tower

You can find out about the history of Clacton-on-Sea with a visit to Jaywick Martello Tower. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Jaywick Martello Tower

Cities near Clacton-on-Sea

Colchester

Colchester

Beach huts on the North Sea coast at Frinton-on-Sea, Essex, England

Frinton-on-Sea

Weeley

Weeley

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