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The Bear of Burton

3.5 star property
Hotel in Christchurch with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Reception
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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17 Salisbury Road, Christchurch, England, BH23 7JG
  • Christchurch Harbour
  • Avon Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Mudeford Quay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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Room options

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Comfort Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Christchurch

The Bear of Burton places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Christchurch Castle and Prototype Bailey Bridge. This 10-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Avon Beach - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Mudeford Quay Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Highcliffe Castle - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Mudeford Quay - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Southbourne Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hinton Admiral Station - 4 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪The Bear of Burton - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Kashmir - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Bear of Burton

Hotel in Christchurch with free breakfast and a restaurant
The Bear of Burton features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and free newspapers. A stay here includes free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 20 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 30 per stay)
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet, per stay (maximum GBP 30 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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 credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Manor Christchurch
Manor House Christchurch
Manor Hotel Christchurch
The Manor
The Bear of Burton Hotel
The Bear of Burton Christchurch
The Bear of Burton Hotel Christchurch

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Bear of Burton?

The Bear of Burton provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around The Bear of Burton?

This hotel is located in Christchurch, close to Bournemouth Beach and Bournemouth Pier. You'll also find New Forest National Park and Avon Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Bear of Burton?

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

Does The Bear of Burton have a casino at the property?

No, The Bear of Burton doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Bear of Burton?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Bear of Burton a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a soaking tub and bathrobes as well as a bar.

Does The Bear of Burton have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Bear of Burton feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Bear of Burton serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Will The Bear of Burton allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Bear of Burton for a fee of GBP 20 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Bear of Burton have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from The Bear of Burton?

The closest major airport to The Bear of Burton is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 5.7 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 28.5 mi away (34-minute drive).

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

No, at The Bear of Burton, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does The Bear of Burton have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at The Bear of Burton if that's in your vacation plans.

The Bear of Burton Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bear of Burton is the Best!

The Bear of Burton was an absolutely amazing place to stay. Was in Ramsdown room which was the most beautiful and comfortable room I have ever stayed in with cute bear details! Easy walking distance from Christchurch train station (1.6 miles) and to sites around the town. DInner and breakfasts were fantastic and delicious! Best gin and tonics. Bed was comfortable and property was quiet. Had the best rest of my trip here and was sad to leave the luxury room and food. Location also holds craft morning once a month with local crafters showing and selling handmade wares during breakfast. Got some Christmas and baby gifts done before heading out. Absolutely wonderful stay, 10 of 10 and I will return in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice

Lovely night away. Friendly staff, good food. Will be back, possibly with our little dog.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gordon

The biggest problem was the lack of a lift. As we are both mobile but elderly my husband had a heavy case to carry up a spiral staircase to the first floor. The lady did offer to carry it for us but there must have been ‘a man’ in the hotel. We had been previously allocated a top floor room but the lady kindly changed our accommodation to the first floor. We didn’t eat at the Hotel in the evening. We thought for instance the rib eye steak pricey.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Comfy, clean, spacious room. Breakfast was great, always cooked perfectly. The pub itself is lovely and the room I stayed in was beautifully decorated. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely recommend this hotel

We had an amazing stay. The hotel was as nice as it looked in the pictures. It had a lovely atmosphere and the staff were great. I would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful room and incredible food

Beautiful stay in the Goldilocks room, room was well decorated and very comfortable. We had the room with the bath in which was stunning, great selection of amenities for the bath too. Our dog did come for the stay too (which was £20 extra) and it was very easy to get out in the night if they needed a toilet trip. Dinner was superb as was breakfast (cooked to order) I would honestly say no complaints at all about the whole stay, perfect birthday/babymoon trip for us - thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant stay

Always pleasant and good food.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANDREW

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fab-u-lous

A great boutique style hotel. We came at Christmas and it was beautifully decorated through out. The rooms are equipped with quality items and it is a real place to relax. The breakfasts were amazing and the evening menu was varied and high quality. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent Short Stay

Needed to stop over for 1 night on a business trip. Thia was a great find. Old world pub with lovely feel. Great food at Dinner and Breakfast with a lovely comfortable room and facilities. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the bears everywhere, you get a free G&T each when you stay. The staff are amazing, friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overnight stay

Stayed at The Bear a few years ago when it had just refurbished it has become slightly worn and tired. Cushion in the room was old and stained. The coffee table was wobbly. The bathroom was very and good towels toiletries etc.,excellant. Dinner and breakfst great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mavis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best so far in 2024

I stay away from home a lot and book different venues. This has to be the best room/ensuite I have stayed in so far in 2024 (now in October). Room was lovely, bed was super comfortable. There was a desk to work at in the room, wardrode for hanging clothes, good sized TV on the wall, chairs next to an easy table, wall fitted aircon unit. Ensuite was a great size, with a sensor night light so you did not have to turn on main light in ensuite. Breakfast does not start until 8am, but they do offer a continental breakfast if you have to leave early.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel! Beautiful rooms, lovely location, excellent breakfast and great service. We booked pet friendly room and it was beautiful with little bowl and treats on arrival for our boy! Which was a lovely surprise
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed one night at The Bear and loved it! It’s a beautifully curated boutique hotel with lots of quirky and bear-themed art and accessories in the rooms and restaurant. Our room was immaculately clean, decorated really well with a Nespresso machine, kettle, air con and Dyson fan and a small table and chairs. It also had the largest bathroom we’ve ever had in a hotel with a huge walk in shower with rainfall head plus a bath! One small and unique detail was a voucher for a complimentary gin & tonic in the bar and chocolates (and the gin collection was quite something!). Staff were very good at check-in and attentive in the bar and at breakfast. Breakfast consisted of a cold buffet of pastries, granola, yoghurt, fresh fruit and juices then followed with a cooked-to-order choice. Food was delicious. Only 5-10 minutes from Christchurch harbour and Highcliffe in the other direction. All in all, our stay here was excellent and we would love to return again and would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024