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The Bear Hotel

Property class: 3

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Restaurant
Exterior
Room
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.2 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
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Room options

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

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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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

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

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Room

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

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Exterior

Single Room, Ensuite

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

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Exterior

Triple Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 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
  • New Theatre Oxford - 37 min drive - 21.9 miles
  • Highclere Castle - 43 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • Blenheim Palace - 47 min drive - 33.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Shoulder of Mutton - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wildwood Kitchen - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Old Stables Make Space - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lord Nelson - ‬17 min walk

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 Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Apr 29, 2026 start from $149, 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

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 445 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 170 out of 445 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 445 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 445 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 445 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jasvinder

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

claire

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
We reported an issue with the shower which was not resolved. On the first day I asked for Gluten free bread and was told by the server that you did not cater for this. On the second morning a different server was on and offered us gluten free when we sat down.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

8/10 Good

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

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

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

6/10 Okay

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room small. Glass shelve in bathroom Breakfast eeds atten
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Danny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is good, a nice pub come hotel. The bed….wow, super comfy. Shower was strong & hot. Breakfast was decent, if a little on the cool side. Overall very happy especially given the price! Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Graeme

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
good breakfast - diverse
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bar was busy which gave it a warm and lively atmosphere and is a positive, not negative. The food and service was good. Only comment was 10% gratuity added to the food bill which i didnt notice at the time, the service was good but I prefer the option of adding a thanks rather it just being automatically added.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very good overall

Everything was very good, comfy bed, nice and quiet, strong shower and nice and clean. Although the rooms are starting to look a bit tired and could do with updating.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Won’t stay again

Was ok but the staff were loud and loads of swearing and banging till midnight!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeanne Behnke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Typical old English hotel with an excellent restaurant and a great bar! Rooms are small but cozy. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks to The Bear!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Joana Sofia

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

4/10 Poor

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very very noisy Bed very uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

david

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room. Good breakfast. Overall great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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