Viva Guest House offers accommodations in Clacton-on-Sea, a 3-minute walk from Clacton Beach and 10 miles from Alresford. This bed and breakfast features free private parking, luggage storage space, and free Wifi. Colchester Zoo is 23 miles away, and Ipswich Station is 29 miles from the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, every unit is equipped with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. Guests can have wine or champagne delivered to their room. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. A continental, full English/Irish, or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Colchester Castle is 17 miles from the bed and breakfast, while Flatford is 19 miles from the property. London Stansted Airport is 50 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest review summary
Guests raved about the delicious <b>breakfast</b> and the warm hospitality of the hosts. The rooms were praised for their <b>cleanliness</b> and comfort. The <b>location</b> was ideal, with easy <b>access to the beach</b>. Guests also appreciated the attentive staff, making their stay truly enjoyable.
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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
Free Wifi
10
High score for Clacton-on-Sea

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 346 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Passionate about hospitality and travel, Kirk has immersed himself in the local area so as to gather local information and local business contacts which he shares with guests so as to enhance their stay. Kirk's main aim is for his guests to appreciate and enjoy the local area, beach and countryside because the UK has so much to offer and it's all just on our doorstep. Staycations are a great way to reduce our carbon footprint and boost the local economy, which in turn will maintain and regenerate our local area's for generations to come. I hope you enjoy the Essex Sunshine Coast, I look forward to welcoming you soon.

Property info

Lovingly restored by its present owners, this 5-bedroom pet free Victorian property, offers a tranquil and casual retreat, close to the beach and within a 10-minute stroll to the town, Clacton pier, restaurant’s and local train station. The 3 storey house offers a combination of 3 double and 2 triple en-suite rooms, two of which offer partial sea views, with the others offering garden or town views. The ground floor, together with an accessible double bedroom, offers level access to the west facing garden, guest lounge and dining room. Viva Guest House is a fully licenced property where drinks can be served either in the garden, guest lounge or guest rooms before heading off for dinner. Clacton has a wide selection of restaurants to suite all of our guest’s needs, so once parked in the private driveway, guests have an easy walk into town to sample the nightlife and theatres. The West Cliff and Princes theatre’s offer great productions throughout the year. The local surrounding area to Viva, has many local attractions and places of interest which are accessible either by foot, bicycle or public transport. Our environmental policy includes suggestions for lowering our carbon footprint whilst still enjoying the local countryside, beach and staycation property. Guests are encouraged to enjoy a slower pace of life whilst they holiday on the Essex Sunshine Coast. We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Neighborhood info

The Sunshine Coast offers a variety of accessible activity's to beachside walks, theatre's, a great variety of restaurant's to suit all our guests needs, water sports and good old fashion fun at the world famous Clacton Pier. Historic Harwich, Walton on the Naze, Frinton on Sea, Colchester and Constable country are all a short drive away or within easy access by public transport. The Essex coast has one of the kindest climates in the UK allowing you to enjoy your staycation more .

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Viva Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Alarm clock

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock

Safety & security

  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

General

  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Soundproof
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Languages Spoken

  • English

House rules
Viva Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. Pay for any extras during your stay using Visa, Mastercard and Cash only.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Viva Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Viva Guest House

  • The nearest beach is 650 feet from Viva Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Viva Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Viva Guest House is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Viva Guest House is 2,450 feet from the center of Clacton-on-Sea. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Viva Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Viva Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Triple
    • Guests staying at Viva Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan