Clacton-on-Sea Travel Guide

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Landscape view of the sea shore in Clacton on Sea with wild flower, blue water and sunny sky in the summertime, in Essex, England
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
Road train Clacton Seafront

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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$107 per night from 19 Mar to 20 Mar
AU$107
19 Mar - 20 Mar
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! (805 reviews)
Good location with the pub and a McDonald's then there is a Lidl and M&S food nearby

Reviewed on 9 Mar 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$300 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$300
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (463 reviews)
Internet was Good, clean rooms nice shower, staff were ok bit stuck up, breakfast was basic nothing amazing...no omellets. Spa was amazing.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 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$88 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
AU$88
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (264 reviews)
The man at reception was great but the accommodation was terrible: the e stayed in a room which looked like a coffin, found a bottle of something which looked like drugs, random coat hangers, so many drawers which contained screws, dirty shower which switched between hot and cold constantly…. The ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

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

Greyfriars

3 out of 5
2 Beach Road Clacton-on-Sea England
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Wheel Experience ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Great place for a weekend stay.
Michael was great as a host and had terrific communication. The unit is spacious and well laid out. The only issue was the couch. It looked great but was uncomfortable. The propertv is a block away from the entertainment district. Perfect place for a weekend get away.

Reviewed on 24 May 2025

Greyfriars
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
Pippin Cottage

Pippin Cottage

3 out of 5
Daltes Farm House Daltes Lane St. Osyth Clacton-on-Sea England
Stay at this golf cottage in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Jaywick Martello Tower and Jaywick Sands are located ...
Pippin Cottage
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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

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 top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Jaywick Martello Tower

Clacton Pier

Enjoy an outing to Clacton Pier during your stay in Clacton-on-Sea. Stroll along the beautiful beaches 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

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

Cities near Clacton-on-Sea

Colchester featuring markets and signage as well as a large group of people

Colchester

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

Frinton-on-Sea

Path Through Weeley Hall Wood. This path runs through 1335020 a 78 acre Essex Wildlife Trust Reserve for more information http://www.essexwt.org.uk/sites/Weeleyhall%20Wood.htm

Weeley

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