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
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
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 ฿2,031 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
฿2,031
฿2,437 total
15 Mar - 16 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 ฿5,486 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
฿5,486
฿6,583 total
31 Mar - 1 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 ฿2,020 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
฿2,020
฿2,424 total
18 Mar - 19 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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
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
3 Bedroom Caravan - Sleeps 8 - Parking, Wifi, Pool

3 Bedroom Caravan - Sleeps 8 - Parking, Wifi, Pool

3 out of 5
London Road Clacton-on-Sea England
Stay at this cabin in Clacton-on-Sea. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Clacton Leisure Centre and Princes Theatre are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
What a lovely host, made us feel so very welcome and even a little basket of goodies for the kids. Highly recommend and will hopefully stay again!

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

3 Bedroom Caravan - Sleeps 8 - Parking, Wifi, Pool
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Clacton-on-Sea

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
17
5 - Excellent 25%
4 - Good
34
4 - Good 49%
3 - Okay
14
3 - Okay 20%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

nice place for walks and relaxation. nice beaches. attractive place

4/5 - Good

Kerri

Been visiting for years, as family live here

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Quaint seaside town. Easy transport. Has a theatre n cinema.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Lots of retirement and care homes. One or two shops worth a look.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Beautyfull place exept oyo hotel

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Nice to visit despite pouring of rain. Ended up in Walton on the Naze for the rest of our visit, lovely there.

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