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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
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Restaurant
Bar (on property)
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB
  • Popular LocationUffington White Horse9 min drive
  • Popular LocationDidcot Railway Centre14 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Oxford25 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)69 min drive

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Twin Room, Ensuite

8/10 Very Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room, Ensuite

8.8/10 Excellent
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite

8/10 Very Good
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Triple Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wantage

The Bear Hotel is located 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Bakers Yard and within a 10-minute drive of Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred. This 35-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 9 min drive
  • Millets Farm Centre - 13 min drive
  • Didcot Railway Centre - 14 min drive
  • Oxford Castle - 25 min drive
  • University of Oxford - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Didcot Parkway Station - 20 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Oxford (OXF): 39-min drive, 24.3 mi/39.2 km<br /> Heathrow Airport (LHR): 70-min drive, 59.4 mi/95.6 km<br /> <p>The preferred airport is Heathrow Airport (LHR). </p>

Restaurants

  • ‪Grove Kebab Van - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grove Kebab Van - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Shoulder of Mutton - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Bear Hotel

Comfortable hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
Guests staying at The Bear Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and wedding services. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. This smoke-free hotel also has a garden.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:30 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Property is also known as

Bear Hotel Wantage
Bear Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel
The Bear Hotel Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel Wantage

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around The Bear Hotel?

Based on positive ratings, guests enjoy the hotel's location in Wantage, which is close to Millets Farm Centre, Milton Manor House, and Uffington White Horse. You'll also find Bakers Yard and Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred within a short drive.

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

As of Jun 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Jun 26, 2024 start from $104.67, 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.

Is parking available on site at The Bear Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Bear Hotel include a casino on the premises?

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

Is there an indoor pool at The Bear Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about The Bear Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Are there hot tubs at The Bear Hotel?

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

Does The Bear Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Bear Hotel serves free breakfast from its restaurant.

Will The Bear Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Bear Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Bear Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Bear Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Bear Hotel is Oxford (OXF), which is 24.3 mi away (39 minutes by car).

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

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

Does The Bear Hotel host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Bear Hotel.

The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 276 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 276 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed The Bear.
Lovely stay at the bear. Hospitality good. Would recommend the restaurant, food was good. Rooms basic but fine. Lovely staff team. Will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, tidy, fairly quiet, friendly staff, great food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Graeme

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Bear a few times and have always been made welcome.We have motorcycles that we can park at the rear of the hotel for security.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay at The Bear. Our room was comfortable and heated up quickly when we put the radiator on. The shower was powerful and easy to control. Our only disappointment was that there was not a cooked breakfast due to staff shortages, but the continental breakfast was sufficient and we did not go short. Overall a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a really enjoyable stay at The Bear. Very friendly staff. Nice room and amazing dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023