Hotels in Clacton-on-Sea

Check out our hotels in Southend-on-Sea and our Margate hotel.

Get more out of your next UK short break by extending your stay and visiting other places like Clacton nearby. Our hotels in Southend-on-Sea are just over an hour’s drive away, and popular with families thanks to top attractions like Southend Pier. Or why not head a little further south to our Margate hotels and enjoy exciting family breaks near Dreamland? 

Clacton-on-Sea train station is the resort’s main station, and you’ll find it just a five-minute drive away from Clacton Pier. Other train stations near Clacton-on-Sea include Weeley station and Frinton-on-Sea station, both just a 15-minute drive from Clacton Pier.

The nearest beach to Clacton-on-Sea town centre is Clacton Beach – it’s the most popular beach in Clacton, and you’ll find it right next to Clacton Pier. If you’re looking for other beaches near Clacton to explore during your UK short break, then you’ll find Jaywick Sands Beach just a five-minute drive away from Clacton Pier, and St Osyth Beach a 15-minute drive away.

Beaches in Clacton-on-Sea are sandy and family-friendly, so it’s easy to see why going to the beach is one of the most popular activities on holidays in Clacton.  We might not be able to guarantee the weather in Clacton, but this seaside resort is home to plenty of family-friendly beaches when you’re looking for some sun, sea and sand. Take your pick from some of the top beaches in Clacton, including the popular Clacton Beach, the quieter Jaywick Sands Beach and the scenic St Osyth Beach. 

Clacton Beach is this seaside resort’s main beach, but nearby you’ll also find Jaywick Sands Beach and St Osyth Beach. If you don’t mind driving out a little further, then you’ll find other beaches near Clacton-on-Sea such as Brightlingsea Beach and Frinton Beach, both just a 25-minute drive away from Clacton Pier.

After tasting some sweet treats on Clacton seafront during the day, you can look forward to enjoying some great-value meals in Clacton in the evenings. Our Bowling Green Table Table restaurant is just a 15-minute drive from Clacton Pier while our Thyme restaurant is right next to Clacton seafront, and both will be serving up delicious dinners for the whole family.

From live music events to shows at Clacton venues like the Princes Theatre, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do in Clacton-on-Sea in the evenings. Enjoy Clacton nightlife throughout your stay or visit the bar in our hotels in Clacton for a laid-back evening drink.

You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to family activities in Clacton-on-Sea. Start with the classic fun of Clacton Pier, where rides and amusements cater to all ages, making it one of the town’s top attractions. Just next door, Clacton Pavilion offers even more excitement with bowling alleys, adventure golf courses and the Pavilion Waterpark—perfect for fun-filled days with the kids. Don’t miss the chance to explore marine life at Clacton’s SeaQuarium, or head to Hasty’s Adventure Farm for a hands-on experience that little ones will love. With so much to do, Clacton-on-Sea is an ideal holiday spot for families. 

Whether you fancy kiting or renting a kayak on the seafront or souvenir shopping at Clacton Sunday market, you’ll find plenty of things to do near Clacton Beach throughout your stay. Plus, nature-lovers won’t want to miss exploring scenic local spots like Brook Country Park and Curve Wake Park, or why not hire a bike and find some exciting cycling trails in Clacton?

Whatever the weather in Clacton-on-Sea, this seaside resort has something to keep all ages entertained. From shopping at the popular Clacton Shopping Village to watching shows at the West Cliff Theatre, you’ll love indoor activities in Clacton-on-Sea. Plus, if you’re planning a spa weekend in Clacton, there’s plenty of local spas and pools to choose from. 

Whether you’re enjoying events in Clacton-on-Sea or visiting its top cultural attractions, there’s plenty of attractions in Clacton for culture-lovers to enjoy. Catch a show at popular Clacton venues like Princes Theatre and West Cliff Theatre, explore the exciting East Essex Aviation Museum, or go bargain-hunting at the Clacton Sunday Market or Clacton Shopping Village. 

A free family event in Essex that’s set along one of the UK’s top seafronts? Clacton Airshow ticks all the boxes! Enjoy unmissable aerial displays by famous aircraft along Marine Parade West before relaxing on Clacton Beach with the kids. Plus, with exciting rides and amusements just a short walk away on Clacton Pier, it’s the ideal weekend for UK staycations. Book family rooms today at our Premier Inn Clacton-On-Sea (Seafront) hotel and our Premier Inn Clacton-on-Sea (North/Colchester Road) hotel.   

Flex – Pay now or on arrival, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Our most flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 1pm on the day of arrival. You can also amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Semi-Flex – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to three full days before arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to three full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Advance – Pay now, fully refundable with free cancellation up to 28 full days before arrival, free to amend thereafter until the day of arrival. Fairly flexible rate – you can cancel and get a full refund up to 28 full days before arrival. No refunds after that date. You can also amend your booking date at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Standard – Pay now, non-refundable. Free to amend booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival. Slightly flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel and get a full refund, but you can amend your booking at the same hotel up to 1pm on the day of arrival (additional room rate charges may apply depending on your new stay date).

Non-Flex – Pay now. No amends or refunds. Our least flexible rate – you won’t be able to cancel or amend your stay after booking.

Our standard check-in time is 3pm. For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

Checkout is by 12 noon on your departure date. If luggage storage is available, our teams will be happy to store any bags for you if you’d like to check out before 12pm.

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

For an additional fee*, you can start your stay sooner with early check-in from 11am. Add early check-in to your stay while making your booking, or afterwards by managing your stay in your Premier Inn account. Early check-in is subject to availability and not available at all Premier Inn hotels. 

*Prices and times will vary depending on date and location. 

In 2020 we launched Premier Inn CleanProtect™, our rigorous, daily cleaning method that’s used throughout our UK & Ireland hotels. Developed in partnership with Diversey, a global leader in cleaning and hygiene products for the healthcare and hospitality industries, our promise seeks to give you extra peace of mind so you can always book and stay with confidence.

Check-in - minimising contact at reception and providing hand sanitiser in most public areas for peace of mind. 

Bed linen and towels - laundering all our linen and towels at over 60°C to thermally disinfect them, so you can enjoy a great night’s sleep. We’ve also placed spare pillows in a zip-up bag, for extra peace of mind.

Equipping our teams - providing our team members with all the equipment and sanitisers they need, as well as always operating in the safest way possible for our teams and guests.

A generous serving of safety - you can relax knowing that enhanced cleaning measures are in place throughout our restaurants. Tables are cleaned between visits and contactless payment is in place too, so you can dine safely and comfortably with us every time.

Clean on request - if you'd like your room cleaned during your stay with us, just let us know at reception and use the handy door hanger on the back of your door by 12pm each day.

Most Premier Inns have specially-adapted rooms allowing easier access for customers with disabilities. If there is no specially-adapted room available at the hotel of your choice, we will be happy to offer you alternative accommodation at a nearby Premier Inn. If you have difficulty walking, but do not need a specially-adapted room, please feel free to request a room near reception on the ground floor for easy access. 

If you'd like get in touch, you can reach out to our specialist team via email at pi.accessible@whitbread.com or call us on 0333 0919 817 between 9am and 5pm Monday-Friday (calls charged at local rate).

Unfortunately, with the exception of trained assistance dogs, we don't allow pets to stay at our hotels.