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The Bear Inn

4.0 star property
Hotel with bars, steps from Llandovery Castle

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Front of property
Lunch and dinner served
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Comfort Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Market Square, Llandovery, Wales, SA20 0AB
  • Place, Dinefwr Craft Centre
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Llandovery Castle
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Brecon Beacons National Park
    ‪17 min walk‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Llandovery

The Bear Inn places you next to Llandovery Castle and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Brecon Beacons National Park. This 4-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, 2 bars/lounges, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dinefwr Craft Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Heritage Centre - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Llandovery Castle - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Llandovery Golf Club - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Llandovery Station - 6 min walk
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Oak Inn - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪The New White Lion Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪West End Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Penygawse Victorian Tea Rooms - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Llandovery Clock Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bear Inn

Hotel with bars, steps from Llandovery Castle
The Bear Inn offers free WiFi in public areas and coffee in a common area. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Electric kettles, free toiletries, and free tea bags/instant coffee are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Offsite parking available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM (GBP 1.70 per day)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Bear
  • The Farmers Bar

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 1.70 per day (164 ft away; open 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per accommodation, per night
  • 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, 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—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Bear With Rooms
The Bear Inn Hotel
The Bear Inn Llandovery
The Bear Inn Hotel Llandovery

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around The Bear Inn?

This hotel is located in Llandovery, just steps from Llandovery Castle and Dinefwr Craft Centre, and within a short walk of Heritage Centre. You'll also find Brecon Beacons National Park and Llandovery Golf Club less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Bear Inn?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Does The Bear Inn include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Bear Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is The Bear Inn good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include 2 bars and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Bear Inn?

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

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

No, The Bear Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does The Bear Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at The Bear Inn for a fee of GBP 15 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Bear Inn have connecting rooms?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Bear Inn?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Bear Inn.

The Bear Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Hilary

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

This place is not fit for purpose.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debora

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

The Bear Inn Llandovery

Lovely weekend at the Bear Inn.. quick check in, room was quirky, but very clean, linen and towels good quality. All staff very helpful and friendly. We are not vegetarians, however we ate at the Bear both evenings and thoroughly enjoyed the tasty food. Woul definitely recommend a visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place for a lovely night/weeekend. Friendly welcome
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hosts although had to wait for the room to be ready despite booking 2 months in advance. Friendly staff and big room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not impressed

The hotel is in great spot- a walk away from pubs and cafes of Llandovery. The car has to be parked on a public car park right by the castle, only £1.5 for the whole day and literally a minute walk from the hotel. No breakfast served at the property. The Room was really dated, strange decor , the toilet was making a lot of noise every time the water was flushed, no curtain blinds to stop the sun shining from very early morning into your face. TV not working. Poor quality of woodwork and painting everywhere. There are new owners taking over the business so hopefully they will make some improvements as it has potential. Too expensive for what you get.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Perfect for an overnight stay. Although quite dated, it was more than comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Anne, Leek Staffordshire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very quirky property! Had a very good and Covid-safe welcome. Unfortunately, they weren’t opening for food until the following week but we had a very nice dinner in the nearby Kings Head. The room was clean and the shower was great - only criticism, the mattress is very thin and somewhat uncomfortable- If that was replaced, I’d have given full rating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Gordon

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

Covid stay was appreciated

Nice clean quirky room well organised city Covid preparations Bar and restaurant were closed due to the pandemic but I have visited them before and found them to be very good Overall an excellent stay for the cost
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020