The Ocean Hotel

Overlooking the golden stretch of sand at Clacton-on-Sea, The Ocean Hotel sits close to the Victorian Clacton Pier and the bustling town centre. Other coastal towns, including Frinton-on-Sea and Walton-on-the-Naze, are a short drive away, while the historic sights of Colchester can be reached within 40 minutes.

• Rooms with en suite facilities, flat screen TV, DVD player, hairdryer and hot drink-making facilities
• Restaurant, lounge and bar offering homemade meals and snacks and live music on a regular basis
• Check-in from 2pm, check-out by 11am
• Complimentary Wi-Fi; Pets not allowed

Groupon’s Guide To Essex

A host of Grade I and II listed buildings offer the base for heritage tourism in Essex, including landmarks like the 7th century Chapel of St Peter-on-the-Wall in Bradwell-on-Sea, the Hedingham Castle in Braintree District and the Norman style Colchester Castle. On top of the approximately 1400 landmarks of historic interest, Essex also boasts a number of unique highlights.

The county is thus home to Finchingfield, the quintessential British village, deemed one of the most beautiful rural hubs of England, and to Great Bentley in the Tendring district, boasting the second largest village green nationwide. Countryside sceneries are complemented by coastal expanses and seascapes, with destinations such as Frinton-on-Sea, Clacton-on-Sea and Mersea Island catering for visitors interested in beach tourism and water sports.

Nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts can head for the wetlands of Abberton Reservoir or for the ancient woodland of Epping Forest. Further pursuits are occasioned by Saffron Walden, a one-of-a-kind blend of rural charm and medieval features, and by the modern-day Lakeside Shopping Centre in West Thurrock, a gargantuan 2600000 square feet shopping centre and one of the largest in Europe.