Play billiards or relax in the garden after enjoying a meal with family and friends – this hotel offers an ideal blend of relaxation and entertainment.
Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden, and a bar at The Bear Hotel. Be sure to enjoy kids' meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
A billiards/pool table, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and wedding services
A computer station
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Food and drink
Free breakfast available
1 restaurant
1 bar
Things to do
Billiards/pool table
Conveniences
Elevator
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
Accessibility
Elevator
More
Smoke-free property
Policies
Check-in
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
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Bear Hotel Wantage
Bear Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel
The Bear Hotel Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel Wantage
Frequently asked questions
Is The Bear Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Bear Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at The Bear Hotel?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Bear Hotel located?
Situated in Wantage, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Bakers Yard and within 9 mi (15 km) of Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred and Uffington White Horse. The Library and Milton Manor House are also within 9 mi (15 km).
The Bear Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.4
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 347 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
144
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 347 reviews" "
8 - Good
136
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 347 reviews" "
6 - Okay
43
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 347 reviews" "
4 - Poor
14
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 347 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
10
8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
7.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Poor
Graham
Business traveler
10 January 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs updating
Graham
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Tim
Business traveler
6 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was everything I needed and more, but so much needed repairing or maintaining. I was particularly unhappy about the reluctance to observe standard fire precautions at night evidenced by the wedging open of fire and smoke stop doors. This was noted at 23:00 hrs.
Very pleased to find breakfast was included, and that ironing facilities were available without request.
Convenient location
Clean
Staff friendly
Basic - in need of updating
Christine
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Carol
Traveled with family
31 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Carol
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Peter, Crewe
Traveled with partner
27 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We had a two night stay. The hotel could do with some revamping, as some areas were looking a bit tired. The staff were really pleasant and helpful, and seemed to like working there.
A great breakfast menu with food cooked to order, which was excellent. Dinner very good and served by knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Our room was basic but comfortable and clean.
Another great stay at the Bear, lovely hotel and staff. Friendly locals in the Bar,
Rooms are great, breakfast is lovely.
Wantage is a lovely place to be.
Very convenient location for my short stay in a old and historic building
Allowed me access to my room to drop my bags Room a bit tired but clean and serviceable
Friendly and helpful staff
Nice beer😀
andrew
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hannah
22 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great food!
The food in the restaurant was very nice and the service was great! The rooms need updating but it was a comfortable stay for the weekend.
Hannah
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brian
Traveled with group
21 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel
Nice hotel friendly staff room was small but nice and clean. Good shower.