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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Wantage hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)
Room
Restaurant
Bar (on property)
At The Bear Hotel, unwind in the garden and enjoy a delicious breakfast. Savor kids' meals at the on-site restaurant or have fun playing billiards/pool table. With free WiFi, luggage storage, your stay is sure to be a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Kids' menu
The current price is $117
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21

Room options

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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Single Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Christ Church College - 27 min drive - 33.1 km
  • University of Oxford - 28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Oxford Castle - 28 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 44 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 75 min drive
  • Newbury Station - 21 min drive
  • Hungerford Station - 22 min drive
  • Newbury Racecourse Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Royal Oak Inn
  • The Kings Arms
  • Wildwood Restaurants
  • Bay Tree
  • Grove Kebab Van

About this property

The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Wantage. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator
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Room amenities

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Fees & policies

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Bear Hotel Wantage
Bear Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel
The Bear Hotel Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel Wantage
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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Bear Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bear Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. The Bear Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bear Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Location
Restaurant
Shower
Bar
Bathroom
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised as excellent, with many guests enjoying the hot and cold options and the quality of the food. (37 reviews)
  • The restaurant served excellent food with good quality meals and a variety of options available. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10

Good breakfast, friendly staff.
1-night trip

8/10

Lovely Stay look forward to doing it again.
1-night trip

10/10

ideal for short breaks, good food and friendly atmosphere
2-night trip

8/10

Good hotel in centre of town, long stay carpark at rear of hotel £7 for 23hours,
1-night trip

6/10

Good location, friendly staff, but the beds are TERRIBLE. This was probably the worst bed I have ever slept in!
1-night trip

6/10

Historical building, friendly staff, good food but could do with a deep clean.
1-night trip

10/10

The room was spacious and comfortable. The included breakfast was excellent, with hot and cold options. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great value for money. Definitely would stay there again.
1-night trip

10/10

Prompt check in Great town location
1-night trip

8/10

Two night midweek stay for work. Location is excellent as right in the centre of Wantage, with access to local shops and restaurants. No hotel car parking, but overnight parking available in local council car park (£3/night). Room was cosy and had all facilities needed for a comfortable stay. Relatively quiet during the night, but Wantage wakes around 5am, so expect to as well. Ate in the restaurant for the first night - good quality food, but ventured out the second night for greater menu variety. Good choice at breakfast with well-prepared meals. Quick service.
2-night trip

8/10

Had a great stay at The Bear Hotel. Love its charm and the feel of a true English hotel. It’s been here 500+ years. We stayed in a front room that looked over the Wantage Market Square. The room was fine, very clean, and the bed was comfy. However if you are tall, like over 5’ 9” you must watch your head and you probably won’t fit in the shower. Staff were all excellent! Love the breakfast that came with the room, delicious!
2-night trip

8/10

Room was clean and well stocked great for a one night stay but could do with updating. Although parking is off site it is right next to the hotel and reasonably priced.
1-night trip

8/10

Good value for the price paid
1-night trip

6/10

It’s a quirky place. Good decoration in main restaurant and bar but the rooms need updating. Very noisy at the front of the property in the room and the shower was terrible and sink didn’t drain. Staff lovely and the food great.
1-night trip

8/10

Very convinient and reasonably priced.
1-night trip

10/10

The only downside was lack of parking.
1-night trip

10/10

Really helpful staff - would definitely stay again
1-night trip

10/10

Friendly staff, nice atmosphere in bar.
2-night trip

8/10

Nice hotel in centre of town.
1-night trip

10/10

Great bar staff
3-night trip

10/10

Nice hotel friendly staff room was small but nice and clean. Good shower.
1-night trip

10/10

Wonderful staff
1-night trip

8/10

Good location and friendly staff, good value for money
1-night trip

6/10

Convenient location Clean Staff friendly Basic - in need of updating
1-night trip

8/10

Nice place to stay, no Spanish speakers
1-night trip

6/10

convenient location for us no proper car park
2-night trip