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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Cowbridge hotel with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant

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Garden
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Apartment, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Located in the heart of town, The Bear Hotel is a charming retreat with breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Sellars restaurant. Unwind on the terrace or stroll through the garden; connect to WiFi and enjoy 2 bars.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • TV in a common area
  • Newspapers in lobby (surcharge)
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $138
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Single Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Classic Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Romantic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
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About the neighborhood

Map
63 High Street, Cowbridge, Wales, CF71 7AF

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mint Experience - 18 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Barry Island Beach - 19 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Principality Stadium - 23 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 23 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 23 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 25 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 167 min drive
  • Llantwit Major Station - 9 min drive
  • Pontyclun Station - 11 min drive
  • Pencoed Station - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Fox and Hounds - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Bear Hotel

When visiting Cowbridge, The Bear Hotel is a great choice to consider. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Sellars, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a terrace, and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 33 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open Monday - Thursday (3:00 PM - 8:30 PM)
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

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 21

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Banquet hall
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
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Special features

Dining

Sellars - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
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Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Also known as

Bear Hotel Cowbridge
Bear Hotel
Bear Cowbridge
The Bear Hotel Cowbridge
The Bear Hotel Hotel
The Bear Hotel Cowbridge
The Bear Hotel Hotel Cowbridge
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Bear Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bear Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bear Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Bear Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at The Bear Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Les Croupiers Casino (16-min drive) is nearby.

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

The Bear Hotel has 2 bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bear Hotel?

Yes, Sellars offers local cuisine.

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Shower
Food
Apartment
Lobby
Spacious room
Restaurant
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was served in a nearby cafe and was described as delicious and great, setting guests up for the day. (6 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food and provided a pleasant dining experience. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean excellent service lovely hotel amazing food and decently priced
Alexander, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room comfortable, breakfast good although had to go outside of the hotel for breakfast.
David, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room 51 was charming and private. Very comfortable and I think the shower is the best shower I have ever had! Great water pressure and easy to control the temperature.
AnneMarie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay

Lovely pub, restaurant and hotel. Great food, very comfortable room, well situated in lovely town. Breakfast in sister restaurant was great!
Marion, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely old hotel friendly staff great location
JULIA, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall a very good stay. The only comment was the windows in room 15 were in a poor state. Staff very helpful and engageing
ANTHONY, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant hotel with friendly staff, the quality of service was excellent. And the food provided was incredible. Highly recommended and we will be staying again in the future.
Alex, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great central location with great beer and pies.
ADRIAN, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Business stay, booked better room but a little tired and run down.
Dirk, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fine hotel

Wonderful stay. Staff efficient and friendly. Food excellent. Clean hotel, lots of function rooms if you wanted to get married there. Bar nicely decorated. Restaurant great. Special thanks to Matt Cope who looked after us well.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great little hotel..Stayed there for a wedding party. Rooms are clean and tidy.
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly hotel

Comfortable, friendly stay
Peter, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay in this hotel - lovely staff, the room was decorated really nicely and we had an amazing sleep - the bed was soooo comfy!
Miss G, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This hotel never disappoints!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere and very helpful and courteous staff.
Elise, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A very friendly and comfortable hotel.
Geoffrey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel , clean, staff friendly and made you welcome, bed comfy ,clean room , would stay again
ruth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very relaxing stay, comfortable room and super friendly staff.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely place to stay
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely Place

What a lovely place. The original features are superb and the staff could not make you feel more welcome.
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The main reason for our stay was to visit friends we have not seen for several years who were only a short walk away from the hotel. The hotel was excellent and can be highly recommended.
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Solo overnight on business

Perfect! Quirky, older, comfortable style. I had a room on the front - spacious, good bed linen, sparkling water and shortbread etc. Good shower (over bath). No noise from road overnight. Very cosy bar area where I ate and superb food. Can see why this would be a great place to dine in summer. I didn’t make breakfast as chose to have a lie in before heading to the office but I’ve seen it’s good
Vanessa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy stay

Really cosy too With lovely features
JULIE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Highly recommend
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was excellent but dinner in the hotel restaurant disappointing. Several dishes not on, which meant the choice was limited, and even the wine we asked for was unavailable. Wine list was London prices (but we were in South Wales). Inclusive breakfast in Penny Farthing opposite was fantastic. Would stay here again but book for dinner in the Duke of Wellington pub opposite.
Nigel, 1-night trip