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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

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • 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 CNY959
CNY1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27

Room options

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

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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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 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

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

Executive Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Free WiFi

Executive Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Cowbridge Leisure Centre - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Taskforce Paint Ball Games - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Beaupre Castle - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Barry Island Beach - 25 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Principality Stadium - 34 min drive - 34.2 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 Star Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bear Inn - ‬11 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.

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 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing 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

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.

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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

  • Parking was easy and convenient with ample spaces available on site. (9 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and excellent with great options. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful period building, with a comfortable, relaxed vibe. Spotlessly clean, all the staff are welcoming and helpful. Recommend the Sunday lunch, delicious.
Cheryl, 1-night trip
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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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

It would be difficult to pick out one aspect of the Bear in Cowbridge as it was all very good. Staff were lovely, food excellent and very good value. We will definitely return!
Kathy, 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

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay. Our room was clean and comfortable and well maintained. Staff helpful and friendly. Food excellent. Car parking easy and free. We would certainly use this hotel again. Many thanks.
Rosamund, 2-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
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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

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
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
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

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

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
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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean excellent service lovely hotel amazing food and decently priced
Alexander, 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

Staff were all very welcoming and friendly
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great property and location.
David, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent atmosphere and very good friendly and helpful staff
Edward, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

We had a lovely room at The Bear. The staff were very helpful and parking right out the back was a true bonus!
Janine, 1-night trip