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The Bear Hotel

Property class: 3

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A restaurant with wicker furniture, wooden tables, and a decorative tree.
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A bar area with a long counter, multiple taps, and stools. There are shelves with bottles in the background.
A restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, carpeted floors, and a warm ambiance.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand, a desk, a red leather sofa, and a wardrobe.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB
  • Place, Wantage Leisure Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Blenheim Palace
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, a small trash bin, and a shelf with toiletries.

Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)

A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two single beds, a small desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables with lamps, a mirror, a small trash bin, and a shelf with toiletries.

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free wired internet

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Wantage

Located within a leisurely stroll of Wantage Leisure Centre, The Bear Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of Bakers Yard. This 36-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk.
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What's nearby

  • Wantage Leisure Centre - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • University of Oxford - 35 min drive - 21.4 miles
  • Highclere Castle - 41 min drive - 27.0 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 48 min drive - 33.3 miles
  • Bicester Village - 49 min drive - 37.2 miles

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 21 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lord Nelson - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Shoulder of Mutton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Wildwood Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Eyston Arms - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Bear Hotel

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.
For entertainment, guests can expect to find TVs.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Ice maker

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 at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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:

  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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?

This hotel is located in Wantage within a short 7-minute walk of Wantage Leisure Centre. 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 Sep 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Sep 16, 2026 start from $162, including 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 there parking available 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 restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include free WiFi.

Are there hot tubs at The Bear Hotel?

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

Does The Bear Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Bear Hotel serves free continental 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 21.8 mi away (44 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies 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. 192 out of 469 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 469 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 469 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 469 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 469 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, very helpful and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Quirky old building with friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, I’ll see you next month
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Matt

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value, clean rooms, helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was offered a hot drink and breakfast. By friend staff, I must add.. thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joana Sofia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good hotel with great breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was.ok
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Restaurant and bar very good. Staff good too. Ideal location in the centre of Wantage. Ideal for bus services as stop right outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Reasonable value for money. Comfortable bed and clean room. Goid breakfast. Only real issue was poor shower in bathroom with hot and cold water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A very large dated hotel undergoing refurbishment whilst still functioning for business. Town centre location and busy. A good menu with quick service. The downside of our stay was the location of our bedroom immediately below the boiler system. The noise became unbearable when trying to sleep on a warm night. This was resolved by a lovely lady on night reception duty who relocated us to a much quieter and cooler room. Good breakfast selection with very fast service.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel but the rooms need some upgrading now which appears to have already started. We had a meal in the restaurant which was very nice and would recommend. The staff are all very pleasant and give great advice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amancio

Liked: Staff & service
Exactly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good breakfast, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Breakfast menu included in price. All staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PETER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
the room was excellent on the ground floor . Staff were friendly and we had an excellent meal in the restaurant and amazing breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, helpful staff, quiet, slept well, good breakfast. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Stay look forward to doing it again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was perfect for our needs and the hotel had a restaurant and bar so everything we needed. The food was excellent and the service was also really good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quirky hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Really helpful staff - would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryony

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice looking old building, full of character in keeping with surroundings, however the downside to this was poor internal layout. There was a (small) lift but even with a lift we still had few steps up & down to get to our room so not a problem for us but less abled/non ambient may not have been able to enjoy their stay. Breakfast was very good, plenty of choice of buffet items & hot food off menu cooked to order. Staff at breakfast lovely. No air conditioning in room, only in bar. As we had heatwave it would have been nice but we’re in UK so not usually an issue. Minor building works going on (late May 26).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026