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The Bear and Swan

5.0 star property
Luxury inn with a restaurant and a bar

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Interior
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
Terrace/patio
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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13 South Parade, Chew Magna, Bristol, England, BS40 8PR
  • Place, Chew Valley Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Bristol
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Cheddar Gorge
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bristol (BRS-Bristol Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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King Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 201 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Signature Room

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bristol

The Bear and Swan places you next to Chew Valley and within a mile (2 km) of Chew Valley Lake. This 5-star inn has 6 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Chew Valley Lake - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Ashton Gate Stadium - 14 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • University of Bristol - 20 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Cheddar Gorge - 24 min drive - 16.1 miles
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 44 min drive - 27.3 miles

Getting around

  • Parson Street Station - 11 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Stoke Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Salt & Malt - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rising Sun - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Truly Scrumptious - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pelican Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bear and Swan

Luxury inn with a restaurant and a bar
At The Bear and Swan, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Dry cleaning/laundry services make packing light an option. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This luxury inn also has a garden.
30-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and slippers. Other amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and phones.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Playground

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Dogs 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Bear and Swan?

The Bear and Swan offers free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Bear and Swan?

This inn is located in Bristol, just steps from Chew Valley. You'll also find Mendip Hills and Chew Valley Lake within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Bear and Swan?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Bear and Swan include a casino at the property?

No, The Bear and Swan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Bear and Swan?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Bear and Swan?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like slippers as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Bear and Swan?

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

Does The Bear and Swan have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, The Bear and Swan serves a full breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Bear and Swan allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Bear and Swan for a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does The Bear and Swan have connecting rooms?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Bear and Swan?

The closest major airport to The Bear and Swan is Bristol International Airport (BRS), which is 4.8 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Bear and Swan?

No, at The Bear and Swan, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Bear and Swan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 250 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 250 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 250 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 250 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 250 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little stopover for the evening before our flight to Malta. Great accommodation, great location only 10 minutes from Bristol airport and great food. Also had a little walk about the area during the evening.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

william

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Soaking wet floor in room, did message hotel but no response after 2 days.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Robin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice spacious room as the photos showed, staff were friendly but busy. Car parking was an issue I specifically booked a place with parking but it was difficult to find and not clear in the instructions before hand. That’s the only real point I have everything else was as I expected thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great accommodation with fantastic food and service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a bit shocked to have to pay for an extra bed for our daughter
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alison

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

Lovely Stay

Lovely room, spacious, light and modern. It was very clean with a comfortable king size bed and en suite shower. Check-in at the bar was quick and easy. We ate in the bar that evening and had breakfast there the next day. I thought the food was rather expensive and a bit underwhelming, but my husband enjoyed the food. I would definitely stay there again but, maybe, find somewhere else to eat. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great check in from young man at bar it was 34 degrees incredibly hot our room was so hot he even sourced us a fan 👍 traffic noise is an issue from room as rooms are beside a very busy road . Also blinds in room do not keep out daylight so sleeping was unfortunately an issue for us but very welcoming staff .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice room above quaint pub. USB would have been helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Sleep over for flight

Attic room comfortable but noisy fan cooking downstairs right. Below our room but turned if of when told him it was nosy nice electric skylights to reduce light and open for air
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, great staff, food and room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Mixed Experience – Helpful Staff but Several Drawbacks The staff were excellent—friendly and as helpful as they could be. Dining was a highlight, with good quality food at both breakfast and dinner. However, there were several drawbacks. Parking on Friday night was a major issue. The small public car park behind the pub was full, and on-street parking was extremely limited. Given the number of nearby pubs, bars, and restaurants, this is likely a recurring problem—not a one-off. The website’s claim of “plentiful parking” is misleading. The rooms are located at the back of the pub, above the kitchen, and accessed via an outdoor staircase that’s dirty, smelly, and appears to be used for other purposes—definitely not a great first impression. While the hallway to the rooms was better, and the room itself was clean, ours had only small skylights, making it feel quite claustrophobic. Ventilation was poor, and the room became unbearably hot—especially when we had to close the skylights due to loud music from a neighboring pub. Fortunately, staff provided a fan, which helped. In summary, this spot is acceptable for a basic overnight stay, but I’d recommend avoiding weekends if you’re driving, due to the parking situation and potential noise.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic property, really comfy bed and spacious room. Really enjoyed our stay. Only thing that could be improved was that the fan was covered in dust. Coming out of winter this is understandable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Inge

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

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

8/10 Good

Lara

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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