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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property

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Bar (on property)
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chalkboard menu, and large windows.
Front of property
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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14 South St, Wareham, England, BH20 4LT
  • Place, St Martin's on the Walls
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wareham Town Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden door with a nameplate.

Standard Double Room

  • 117 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a mirror.

Superior Double Room

  • 196 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

  • 291 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a bathroom door.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 217 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and patterned pillows. There are two bedside lamps with patterned shades and a clear vase on the nightstand.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 125 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with yellow curtains, and a view of the outside.

Standard Double Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 115 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with blue curtains, and a patterned armchair.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 116 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a yellow headboard, a patterned armchair, and a view of buildings through a window.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wareham

Located within a 5-minute walk of Dorset National Landscape, The Bear Hotel is within a few miles (5 km) of The Blue Pool and Tea House. This 12-room, 3-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • St Martin's on the Walls - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Dorset National Landscape - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wareham Town Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Corfe Castle - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Durdle Door - 29 min drive - 11.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wareham Station - 14 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Baker's Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mash And Barrel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Yachtsman - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Corfe Castle Tea Rooms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪29029 - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Bear Hotel

Guests staying at The Bear Hotel enjoy free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can enjoy free WiFi and TVs. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around The Bear Hotel?

This hotel is located in Wareham, just steps from Dorset National Landscape. You'll also find Corfe Castle and The Blue Pool and Tea House within a short drive.

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

As of Jul 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Aug 12, 2026 start from $258, 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.

Will I be able to park at The Bear Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does The Bear Hotel feature 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.

Is The Bear Hotel good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a bar/lounge plus some guestrooms include a courtyard view.

Does The Bear Hotel have a hot tub?

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

Does The Bear Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

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

Does The Bear Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Bear Hotel for a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per stay.

Does The Bear Hotel have connecting rooms available?

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

How close is the airport from The Bear Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Bear Hotel is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 18.9 mi away (48 minutes by car).

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

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

The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay with excellent restaurant meals...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heating in the bedroom was very poor. The staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a very warm welcome and the hotel is characterful. All the staff were helpful. The food was very good and the breakfast was very enjoyable with quality ingredients. The only thing we didn’t like was that we booked two rooms, one being a twin and of a higher standard than the double. We were offered two of the same lower grade rooms. We were eventually given the second better room which was lovely, but if it hadn’t been available we would have been paying a premium for the lower standard room. Apparently it was something to do with having booked through Expedia??? The amount she had on the system showed that we had paid less than we actually had. I could prove this as I had the email confirmations. an explanation would be welcome .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026