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The Bear Inn

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Grand Room | Free WiFi
Exterior
Restaurant
Living area
Cottage | Bathroom
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • BarBarBar
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

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The Bear Inn & Hotel, Alderwasley, Belper, England, DE56 2RD
  • Popular LocationGulliver's Kingdom8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCrich Tramway Village10 min drive
  • Popular LocationHeights of Abraham10 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)89 min drive

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Superior Room | Free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Grand Room | Free WiFi

Grand Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Cottage | Living area

Cottage

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Room | Free WiFi

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Double Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Belper

The Bear Inn is located 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Leawood Pumphouse and within a 10-minute drive of Carsington Water. This 3-star hotel has 9 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Cromford Mill - 7 min drive
  • The Grand Pavilion, Matlock Bath - 8 min drive
  • Gulliver's Kingdom - 8 min drive
  • Crich Tramway Village - 10 min drive
  • Heights of Abraham - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Whatstandwell Station - 9 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />East Midlands Airport (EMA): 62-min drive, 30.5 mi/49.2 km<br /> Nottingham (NQT): 62-min drive, 28.2 mi/45.3 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Black Swan at Crich - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Canal Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cliff Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hurt Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Family Tree - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bear Inn

Comfortable hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
At The Bear Inn, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 25 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14 for adults and GBP 8 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Property is also known as

The Bear Inn Hotel
The Bear Inn Belper
The Bear Inn Hotel Belper

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Bear Inn?

The Bear Inn offers free cancellation on some room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Inn?

As of Jun 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Inn on Jun 19, 2024 start from $139.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to The Bear Inn?

This hotel is located in Belper, close to Crich Tramway Village, Cromford Mill, and Gulliver's Kingdom. You'll also find Carsington Water and Heights of Abraham within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Bear Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Bear Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The Bear Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bear Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Bear Inn?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does The Bear Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Bear Inn feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Bear Inn serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Bear Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at The Bear Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bear Inn?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Bear Inn?

The closest major airport to The Bear Inn is Nottingham (NQT), which is 28.2 mi away (62 minutes by car). Another top airport is East Midlands Airport (EMA), which is around 18.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Bear Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Bear Inn.

The Bear Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 20 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

S

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay
What a wonderful place to stay! The accommodation was just as described and delightful. The hosts were so helpful and friendly. Food was superb. We'll definitely hope to come back here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous - new management
Just stayed one night for my birthday and to explore the area. Really easy to find but out in the lovely quiet countryside. shops only 5 minute drive away. Really lovely friendly and informative welcome from Chris the general manager. Lovely clean accommodation and a fab beer garden to enjoy a drink. Breakfast in the morning was really good and all the staff were lovely. We were limited to a burger menu on Thursday evening but we were more than happy with the food we tried. Outside needed a little Tlc but the new manager has plans for this and are already doing great - I absolutely would stay again as its great for exploring that area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great pub and hotel
Nice pub and hotel, good food and service. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Turned up, the place was shut!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

mrs n

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was good but we were asked to pay for the stay at check in when we had fully paid for our stay when it was booked through Expedia. Hotel told us Expedia will refund us the payment they had collected but we have had to go back and forth between Expedia and the hotel and have been denied the refund. Awful customer service from both the Expedia and the Hotel.

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Could have so easily been 10/10
The alarm bells should have been ringing when the day before the booking I was contacted by the hotel to tell me that there was an issue with the rooms and that they couldn't do any food. But the offer of being upgraded to a cottage seemed a good alternative which I accepted. It turns out that the cottage is currently the only accommodation available and after speaking to locals I found out why. The land owner purchased the lease off the hotel management team and in the 6 weeks since this has managed to run the business into the ground thanks mainly to sacking experienced staff, staff walkouts and having no business acumen. There is only 1 member of staff who does everything and has to break the news to people who have booked that there is no accommodation or food available. This poor lad made our weekend with his efforts to keep a sinking ship afloat and should a new management team get the lease he'll be a great asset. The locals are a great bunch if you get chance to talk to them in the bar but they don't appreciate how the place is being run into the ground.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023