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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
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

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

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 AED 508
AED 610 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

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

Single Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 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

View all photos for Classic Room

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

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Twin Room

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

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Double Room

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

View all photos for Romantic Double Room

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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AED 375 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Cardiff Castle - 24 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 Blacksmiths Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪St Mary's Hotel Golf & Country Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Aubrey Arms - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sycamore Tree - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk

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.

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
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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
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Parking

    • Free onsite 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
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

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

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

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. 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 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.

What's the area around The Bear Hotel like?

The Bear Hotel is a short 18-minute walk from Beaupre Castle and 19 minutes' walk from Taskforce Paint Ball Games.

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Reviews

The Bear Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was served in a nearby cafe and was described as delicious and great, setting guests up for the day. (10 reviews)
  • The restaurant served delicious food and had a pleasant atmosphere, with some guests praising the evening meals and breakfast options. (7 reviews)
  • Parking was easy and convenient, with some even having spaces right behind the property. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Happy hotels

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Really grest stay
Eric, 4-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

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

Lovely place to stay.

The food was delicious, the service was amazing, a wonderful place to eat, drink and sleep. We had a classic bedroom which was fine for staying the one night. It’s an old building but you can see how they’ve made the best of that. Great facilities in the rooms. Parking was easy and close to hotel. Warm and cosy. Shower was hot but need to change the shower head. Bit of a draft with the old windows but the heavy curtains and large radiator kept the room nice and warm. A mirror at the dressing table would be nice but I was happy sitting by the fabulous wall to ceiling mirror to dry my hair. We loved our stay and would definitely return. Thank you.
Lucy, 1-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

For a large Hotel I always feel snug.

EV charging. This really would make a difference. Cowbridge Cow market charging is a joke. .
Andy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in a nice little town.

Great location in a nice little town. I stayed here on a business trip and managed to do a bit of local sightseeing at the same time. Breakfast at The Penny Farthing across the road was well worth it - set me up for the day!
Hamish, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant

Lovely place and very comfortable. Check in was quick and easy with lovely Emily who was always glad to help and guide us with local knowledge and even a courtesy call to see if we were happy with our rooms.
shaun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Exceeded expectations - very dog friendly!

The check in was brilliant - big thanks to the staff member who checked me and my 2 dogs in and showed us to the room and where to take the dogs for a run in the park! Room really good size and the shower was amazing. Every thing just as you want for a quick overnight stay. Parking easy and the breakfast was fab and again dog friendly.
Kelly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Festive break
Judith, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Quaint with cheerful helpful staff.

I had a single room at the front of the hotel. It was clean and tidy. I had a comfortable night. I’d like some EV charging in the car park, but there are some near the town hall a short walk away.
Andy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room 41 was large, comfortable, clean, with good facilities. There was an annoying sound through the night like a motor that switched on for 10 seconds then off for 25 then started again.
Richard, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rm 27 was a bit tired needs renovation. Especially the bathroom. It’s a long walk to the room surely the lighting and decoration might make the journey more pleasant Still no EV charging , forcing me to stop in Cardiff or Newport. Stops that I should not need to do.
Hotel view from the breakfast restaurant.
Andy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing weekend

Another fantastic stay at the Bear. Lovely spacious room, clean and very comfortable. Lunch choice great and really tasty. Staff at reception and bar so friendly, helpful. Very prompt service. We will be back highly recommend.
Judith, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Best part of this property has to be the staff. They were all amazing, nothing was too much trouble and very friendly. I wish more places had staff like these. Well worth the stay.
Bleddyn, 1-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

The Bear is well located in the heart of Cowbridge with ample parking. The restuarant and bar were good (and very popular "conservatory" area at its heart (lunch and dinner were busy). Food options walkable nearby. Breakfast across road in Penny Farthings - very good. The room was small but gave good night's sleep, being quiet. Some minor issues with room (blinds, lights, washbasin design), but overall this was a very good stay. Have been before and will use again
Leigh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overnight family stay

We stayed for 1 night. Staff and hotel were excellent, the kids bed was a bit small and uncomfortable for a 10 year old but the overalll stay was great and food was lovely in the restaurant. We didn’t get to try breakfast unfortunately as we had to leave at 7.30am and breakfast didn’t start till 8am
Laurence, 1-night trip

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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