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The Oyster Smack

★★★★ The Oyster smack inn, Burnham on Crouch, GB

8.3 guest rating· 264 reviews

About this hotel

Historic Property with Modern Amenities

The Oyster Smack Inn, dating back to the 1800s, offers a charming stay just steps from the river. Individually designed rooms with flat-screen TVs and en suite bathrooms provide a comfortable retreat.

Culinary Excellence

Savor exquisite dishes at the on-site restaurant, where the chef's experience at renowned establishments shines through in the diverse menu blending Asian influences with British classics.

Convenient Location

Explore nearby attractions such as the Southend coast and Chelmsford city center, both a short drive away. With free Wi-Fi, free parking, and easy access to historic sites, The Oyster Smack Inn is the perfect choice for your next getaway.

Ready to experience riverside charm and exceptional dining? Book your stay at The Oyster Smack Inn today.

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Rooms & rates

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 5 · 25 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed, Twin bed, Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Classic Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 12 m² · Double bed

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet

Deluxe Double Room

Sleeps 3 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed

Sleeps 3 · 16 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size), Sofa bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • TV
  • Hair dryer

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
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  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Heating
  • Kid meals
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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The Oyster smack inn, Burnham on Crouch, GB

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.3264 reviews

+ Comfortable room+ Helpful staff+ Good foodUncomfortable bedsLimited parkingHigh drink prices
Cleanliness8.1
Service9.1
Location8.6
Room Quality7.6
Amenities8.1
Value for Money7.6

A very lovely place, with lovely staff. Would definitely stay again.

9.0

The staff on arrival and for our first morning were exceptional. The person who took over for breakfast and checkout on the Saturday was much less organised and a little vague, though he was still very pleasant.

Breakfast on the Saturday was not very organised in comparison to the previous day. Also, having a skylight and no window took a little getting used to. It was during a very hot period and although the skylight was very good, we had to close it when there was a storm threat.

Jenny · GB · 2026-07-24

Almost 1st class !

8.0

Spacious & very very clean accommodation with a great location & free parking !!

Felt that the mattresses in room 2 need replacing as they are too soft & spongey

David · GB · 2026-07-02

Guest review

8.0

Mostly everything. The staff are lovely and very accommodating. The atmosphere was very relaxed and nothing was too much trouble. You felt safe to leave your doors and windows open. Location was good.

I found the flush on the toilet difficult and had to use the handle of my makeup brush to press the button down. Also, we were a large party for dinner and had to wait a considerable amount of time for our meal. This, I believe, was because two people had a starter. Perhaps we should have requested for main courses to be served at the same time. Breakfast on our first morning was very efficient and professional. However, on the Saturday morning we had to ask for everything including ordering teas, etc.

Jenny · GB · 2026-06-28

Guest review

8.0

Food was excellent, we had the pork,so tender.

Being woken up with bottles being dumped in the rubbish bins

Carolyn · GB · 2026-06-20

Good to know

Please note, the Deluxe Double Room can accommodate pets, upon request. Please inform 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.

A deposit may be required at the property.