Stay at Esplanade Hotel in Clacton-on-Sea featuring simple rooms with sea views, Sunday carvery, free parking, Wi-Fi, and easy access to Clacton Pier and beach.
Reviewers appreciate the hotel's location, welcoming staff, and spacious rooms with sea views, while noting minor issues with amenities. This balanced insight helps set realistic expectations for prospective visitors.
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Esplanade Hotel is a seafront property located on Marine Parade East in Clacton-on-Sea, offering straightforward accommodation with some rooms featuring views of the sea. Guests appreciate the spacious, clean rooms and mention the comfortable beds, although preferences on mattress firmness vary. Free Wi-Fi and parking are available, along with Sunday carvery meals served in the onsite fish and chips restaurant, which also provides takeaway options.
The hotel operates a relaxed, no-frills style without air conditioning or fitness facilities, and it is smoke-free but not pet-friendly. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, and easy access to the nearby beach, making it suitable for families and visitors seeking a convenient base within walking distance of Clacton Pier and local amenities. Check-in is from 15:00 with check-out at 11:00, aligning with typical hotel schedules.
Located just a short walk from Clacton Pier and less than a mile from the train station, the hotel serves as a practical choice for exploring the seafront and local attractions such as Beth Chatto's Gardens and Clacton Beach. Reviews frequently highlight the friendly staff and the hotel's proximity to key points of interest. Some guests note minor issues like limited parking and television reception, suggesting the hotel may still benefit from ongoing updates.
With a user rating of 4.2 from over 400 reviews, the Esplanade Hotel attracts a mix of visitors including families, couples, and event attendees, offering a functional stay in a central coastal location without luxury trimmings. Its blend of accommodation and dining options appeals to those prioritizing convenience and sea views over extensive amenities.
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Thankyou to all the staff for my dad's 80th birthday party on 8th June, the venue, food, drinks and staff were brilliant. The main room was fantastic, so well decorated I didn't really have to do much. The birthday boy was very surprised and enjoyed the whole evening Arranging it with you and paying was made so much easier, no stress or worry and I could relax and have a great night. Once again thanku so much, and we will be back
We have never stayed in this hotel before and it was a very last minute booking. We had a nice welcome with a smile that's always a good start. We went into our room and it was lovely. It was very spacious and clean. The mattress on the bed was so comfortable we went out like a light. We woke up and opened the curtains and my god wow the view from the room was just stunning seaview. We went down for breakfast and the lady was so friendly told us where everything was. We had a full breakfast and it was big and so nice. We had a lovely shower after breakfast and then we checked out. We have re- booked straight away because we had a fantastic time. Thanks
We went to the Esplanade hotel for a birthday party. The hotel service was friendly and helpful. The room we had was near the bar and toilet facilities which were ideal for families with children and elderly people. We did not stay overnight so cannot review the guest rooms.
My only complaint was that the TV was useless,hardly any channels worked It was the same last year when we stayed in the same room Even a member of staff couldn't get it to work
This will be a great hotel when renovations are complete. There were a few tiny issues but nothing that stopped us enjoying our stay here as we will definitely be back. I would advise the hotel to provide a couple of bottles of water in the rooms where there is no drinking water available. We didn't realise this until it was too late to pop out and get some. The curtains are not very dark so rooms are light early in the summer months. If this is an issue to you then take a eye mask but trust this is a fab hotel and location is fantastic and the breakfast is even better good luck and we will see you soon
Great hotel in an absolutely fantastic location. Perfect for travelling with young children as everything is a short walk away. Staff are very helpful and friendly too. Parking is a little limited though.
Was booked to DJ here for a wedding reception, staff were friendly and service was great. Location ideal. Cant comment on the rooms as I didn't stay.
Me and my teen daugher stayed for clacton air show. It was a big added bonus to have a room with sea view. ( I even got up in time for sunrise on the beach with a cuppa) staff where reallt nice, breakfast to. Will definitely stay again and recommend to to other.
The room was massive, with a sea view, room 1. All guest rooms have a sea view. Breakfast was tasty and freshly cooked to order. Service was friendly, and I was made to feel welcome. TV had access to YouTube, etc. I did yoga in the room, looking out to sea. Lots of floor space. I parked free on the road. It was a Sunday, so I could park until noon on Monday. There is a small carpark round the back, free. It was clean, and had fresh clean bedding. Tea and coffee provided....bring biscuits! Bathroom had a small shower, no bath. Shampoo, conditioner and shower gel provided...in small tubes. Could these be saved from waste by providing wall mounted dispensers? I think the hotel is better than it appears from the photos online. Heater provided too, for chillier times.
The room was spacious, clean and with a fantastic view. Very close to the pier and a few minutes walk to the main shopping and restaurant area. Fish and chips were amazing as was the breakfast. The staff were really friendly and helpful and we really enjoyed our stay. My only issue was that the bed was too soft for me, but that is a personal preference and in no way took away from the enjoyment of our stay.
Situated on the Clacton promenade, this seafront hotel is a 12-minute walk from Clacton Pier and less than 1 mile from Clacton-On-Sea train station.
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