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The Bear Hotel

Property class: 3
Cowbridge hotel with 2 bars/lounges and restaurant

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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

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants 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 £117
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Romantic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Cowbridge Leisure Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taskforce Paint Ball Games - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beaupre Castle - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 23 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Principality Stadium - 24 min drive - 25.1 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

  • ‪Sycamore Tree - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Bear Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mughal Emperor - ‬3 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 visit 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 travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 33 rooms
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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
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets

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

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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 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
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Sellars – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Cots/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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

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 that you 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. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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 on-site 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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Reviews

The Bear Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The restaurant served delicious food and provided a pleasant dining experience with friendly and efficient staff. (10 reviews)
  • Breakfast was delicious and served in the nearby cafe, offering a great start to the day. (13 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and convenient with ample spaces available. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

Free parking is available. The bed is comfortable.
An, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Clean room, comfy beds, nice breakfast across the street and easy parking behind the hotel. Over all a good stay. More general hotel info would’ve been nice to have in the room.
Brittany, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Easy to check in, ample parking, friendly staff, lovely old hotel
Mrs Heather, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely staff Loved the room Wonderful festive atmosphere Perfectly situated Large car park
Angela, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice spacious room with a good bathroom. Found it a little strange to go across the road for breakfast. The breakfast was good though.
Michael, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely quaint hotel with very friendly staff
Debbie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely room, very clean. Staff were lovely . Breakfast was excellent
Frances, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely hotel in the most convenient and gorgeous setting of Cowsbridge and a gorgeous breakfast at friendly sister place over the road penny farthing
Andrew, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room and building is lovely. Staff are all very helpful & the breakfast was delicious. Due to the style of the building it does unfortunately not allow for the quietest of sleeps if you are in the original building.
Ceri, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Happy hotels

Warm friendly and cosy hotel. Good value too.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great reception greeting for my second stay, after a very long drive I was helped with my bags to my room where I also dined on very good fare. Breakfast is included and excellent across the road from the hotel at Penny Farthing. Recommended location in a nice location with ample parking
david, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with parking behind the hotel ( parking spaces on the high street are at a premium). Friendly and helpful staff, well appointed rooms and restaurants with a good choice of food. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Carole, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Such a charming hotel. Spacious room and great breakfast options. Right in the middle of the town. Easy free parking.
Thuy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Extremely quaint hotel. Would recommend without hesitation. Staff polite and welcoming. Room was cosy and clean.
Wendy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location and easy to get around. Great breakfast and staff friendly and pleasant.
Marina, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The team were polite and very helpful. The place was adorable and dinner was great and affordable. Cute village we would go back and stay again Thank you
Brian, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed one night. Clean,comfortable room with good hot shower. Friendly staff and nice breakfast.
Helen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I have stayed at the Bear on several occasions and I always enjoy my visits. It's a wonderful place to relax, with comfortable rooms, good food and friendly and helpful staff.
BILL, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel is fabulous, great breakfast as well, however with no phone signal in the area the WiFi was terrible hence 4*
Jordan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean excellent service lovely hotel amazing food and decently priced
Alexander, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were all very welcoming and friendly
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We always enjoy staying at The Bear ,the staff are great ,the food and menu are good,it’s easy for going about in Cowbridge .
Margaret, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great food and beer. Very comfortable. Thank you
William, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great property and location.
David, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent atmosphere and very good friendly and helpful staff
Edward, 2-night trip