The Bear Hotel

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8.2
/10
Very Good
367 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

PETER

10.0
/ 10
the room was excellent on the ground floor . Staff were friendly and we had an excellent meal in the restaurant and amazing breakfast .

DAVID

10.0
/ 10
From the off, when the receptionist greeted us so warmly, we had a perfect stay. Wish we'd dined in, but hope to be back and do that another time. Breakfast and waiting staff were excellent.

Janet

10.0
/ 10
Comfortable room (#33), luxury bathroom with large walk in shower, fluffy towels. Excellent full English breakfast included in room rate. A fan would have been welcome as not comfortable opening window as ground floor room. No info in room inc wifi code. Definitely recommend this hotel
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Market Place, Wantage, Vale of White Horse District, Oxfordshire, England, OX12 8AB

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24-Hour Front Desk
WiFi
Elevator
The Bear Hotel is located in area / city Wantage. 24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
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Market Place, Wantage, Vale of White Horse District, Oxfordshire, England, OX12 8AB
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General


Near Wantage Leisure Centre

Location


With a stay at The Bear Hotel in Wantage, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Wantage Leisure Centre and Bakers Yard. This hotel is 11.2 mi (18 km) from Thames River and 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred.

Attractions


Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Wantage Leisure Centre - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Bakers Yard - 4.3 km / 2.7 mi
Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Uffington White Horse - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
The Library - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Milton Manor House - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
Uffington Castle - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
Millets Maize Maze - 12 km / 7.5 mi
Frilford Heath Golf Club - 12 km / 7.5 mi
Chilton Field Wetland - 12 km / 7.5 mi
Pickavance Lecture Theatre - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Chilton Fields - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Millets Farm Centre - 12.2 km / 7.6 mi
R112 Visitors Centre - 12.3 km / 7.6 mi
Didcot Wave Leisure Pool - 13.8 km / 8.6 mi

The nearest airports are:
Oxford (OXF) - 35.2 km / 21.8 mi
Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 90.8 km / 56.4 mi

The preferred airport for The Bear Hotel is Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Facilities


Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services.

Business Facilities


Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a computer station, and a 24-hour front desk.

Dining


At The Bear Hotel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Rooms


Make yourself at home in one of the 36 guestrooms.

All facilities in The Bear Hotel

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Hotel Services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour Receptionist
  • Wedding service

Connectivity

  • LAN Internet
  • Free WiFi

Public Facilities

  • Smoke-free area
  • Elevator

Food and Drinks

  • Continental breakfast

Business Facilities

  • Computer station

Sports and Recreations

  • Billiard

Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Bear Hotel

Important Note
  • This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • A car is not required for transportation to and from this property.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Check-in/Check-out Time

Check-in:
From 14:30
Check-out:
Before 10:00

Pets Not Allowed

Property uses a professional cleaning service

General Information

Popular Facilities
24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi, Elevator
Check-In / Check-Out Time
From 14:30 - to 10:00
Breakfast Availability
Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at The Bear Hotel
36
Another facilities in The Bear Hotel
Luggage storage, 24-hour Receptionist, Wedding service, LAN Internet, Free WiFi

Frequently asked question in The Bear Hotel

What are available facilities at The Bear Hotel?
There are top facilites at The Bear Hotel such as 24-Hour Front Desk, WiFi, Elevator. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Bear Hotel?
The standard check-in time at The Bear Hotel is starting from From 14:30 while the latest check-out time is at Before 10:00
Does The Bear Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, The Bear Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
What is the star rating of The Bear Hotel?
The Bear Hotel is a 3.0-star hotel.
How many rooms are available at The Bear Hotel?
The Bear Hotel has 36 rooms in total.
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8.2
Very Good
From 367 reviews
Cleanliness

8.2

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.8

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Francesca
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

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The breakfast was wonderful - but the room was not great - it was right next to an alley where people were drinking/smoking into the night; so pretty noisy (no double-glazing). There was no shampoo and the mirror light kept going on and off! The hotel is undergoing renovations which might be the problem. Wouldn’t recommend for now, despite much appreciating the breakfast.
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Margaret
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6.0
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Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

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Restaurant and bar very good. Staff good too. Ideal location in the centre of Wantage. Ideal for bus services as stop right outside.
Jasvinder
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

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Clean rooms
claire
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Friends and Family Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

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We reported an issue with the shower which was not resolved. On the first day I asked for Gluten free bread and was told by the server that you did not cater for this. On the second morning a different server was on and offered us gluten free when we sat down.
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great value, clean rooms, helpful staff.
Gordon
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Business and Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

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Great Breakfast menu included in price. All staff are very friendly and helpful.
PETER
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

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the room was excellent on the ground floor . Staff were friendly and we had an excellent meal in the restaurant and amazing breakfast .
jennifer
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

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Room small. Glass shelve in bathroom Breakfast eeds atten
Danny
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

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Hotel is good, a nice pub come hotel. The bed….wow, super comfy. Shower was strong & hot. Breakfast was decent, if a little on the cool side. Overall very happy especially given the price! Highly recommended!
Graeme
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

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good breakfast - diverse
Mike
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

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Bar was busy which gave it a warm and lively atmosphere and is a positive, not negative. The food and service was good. Only comment was 10% gratuity added to the food bill which i didnt notice at the time, the service was good but I prefer the option of adding a thanks rather it just being automatically added.
Ian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

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Lovely
Brian
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

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Everything was very good, comfy bed, nice and quiet, strong shower and nice and clean. Although the rooms are starting to look a bit tired and could do with updating.
Brett
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Was ok but the staff were loud and loads of swearing and banging till midnight!
Jeanne Behnke
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8.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

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Typical old English hotel with an excellent restaurant and a great bar! Rooms are small but cozy. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks to The Bear!
Joana Sofia
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Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

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Good hotel with great breakfast.
David
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Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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Very very noisy Bed very uncomfortable
Peter
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

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Nice room. Good breakfast. Overall great!
Wickets
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff where fantastic
Emil
6.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mostly ok. Comfortable single bed and good breakfast and customer service. Bathroom had no windows and therefore relies on extractor fan, which was not working. A bit more space would have been nice,. The property has been converted into what looks like too many rooms, but that's business I suppose.
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8.2
Very Good
From 367 reviews
Cleanliness

8.2

Room Comfort

8.0

Service and Facilites

8.8

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Francesca
6.0
/10
Reviewed 13 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The breakfast was wonderful - but the room was not great - it was right next to an alley where people were drinking/smoking into the night; so pretty noisy (no double-glazing). There was no shampoo and the mirror light kept going on and off! The hotel is undergoing renovations which might be the problem. Wouldn’t recommend for now, despite much appreciating the breakfast.
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Margaret
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6.0
/10
Reviewed 15 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Restaurant and bar very good. Staff good too. Ideal location in the centre of Wantage. Ideal for bus services as stop right outside.
Jasvinder
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Business
10.0
/10
Reviewed 17 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Clean rooms
claire
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Friends and Family Family
4.0
/10
Reviewed 21 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We reported an issue with the shower which was not resolved. On the first day I asked for Gluten free bread and was told by the server that you did not cater for this. On the second morning a different server was on and offered us gluten free when we sat down.
Jennifer
10.0
/10
Reviewed 23 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great value, clean rooms, helpful staff.
Gordon
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Business and Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Great Breakfast menu included in price. All staff are very friendly and helpful.
PETER
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with Partner
10.0
/10
Reviewed 27 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

the room was excellent on the ground floor . Staff were friendly and we had an excellent meal in the restaurant and amazing breakfast .
jennifer
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with Partner
6.0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Room small. Glass shelve in bathroom Breakfast eeds atten
Danny
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Leisure with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 30 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Hotel is good, a nice pub come hotel. The bed….wow, super comfy. Shower was strong & hot. Breakfast was decent, if a little on the cool side. Overall very happy especially given the price! Highly recommended!
Graeme
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Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

good breakfast - diverse
Mike
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Leisure
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Bar was busy which gave it a warm and lively atmosphere and is a positive, not negative. The food and service was good. Only comment was 10% gratuity added to the food bill which i didnt notice at the time, the service was good but I prefer the option of adding a thanks rather it just being automatically added.
Ian
10.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Lovely
Brian
icon-Friends and Family with Friends
Friends and Family with Friends
8.0
/10
Reviewed 32 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Everything was very good, comfy bed, nice and quiet, strong shower and nice and clean. Although the rooms are starting to look a bit tired and could do with updating.
Brett
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4.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Was ok but the staff were loud and loads of swearing and banging till midnight!
Jeanne Behnke
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with Partner
8.0
/10
Reviewed 33 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

Typical old English hotel with an excellent restaurant and a great bar! Rooms are small but cozy. We enjoyed our stay. Thanks to The Bear!
Joana Sofia
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Business
8.0
/10
Reviewed 35 week(s) ago

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Good hotel with great breakfast.
David
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Business
4.0
/10
Reviewed 37 week(s) ago

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Very very noisy Bed very uncomfortable
Peter
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10.0
/10
Reviewed 38 week(s) ago

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Nice room. Good breakfast. Overall great!
Wickets
10.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Staff where fantastic
Emil
6.0
/10
Reviewed 41 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Mostly ok. Comfortable single bed and good breakfast and customer service. Bathroom had no windows and therefore relies on extractor fan, which was not working. A bit more space would have been nice,. The property has been converted into what looks like too many rooms, but that's business I suppose.
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