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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Wantage hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Experience the charm of a traditional hotel with a classic facade and historic architecture.
Room
Enjoy a drink at the bar, where you can sit and relax with friends.
Enjoy a meal in this elegantly appointed dining area with tables set for a refined experience.
Two single beds with white bedding and matching pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a dark headboard.
At The Bear Hotel, unwind in the garden and enjoy a delicious breakfast. Savor kids' meals at the on-site restaurant or have fun playing billiards/pool table. With free WiFi, luggage storage, your stay is sure to be a relaxing retreat.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (4)

  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Kids' menu
$117 nightly
The total price is $140
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Didcot Railway Centre - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Christ Church College - 27 min drive - 33.5 km
  • University of Oxford - 28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Oxford Castle - 28 min drive - 33.8 km

Getting around

  • Oxford (OXF) - 44 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 75 min drive
  • Newbury Station - 21 min drive
  • Hungerford Station - 22 min drive
  • Newbury Racecourse Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wildwood Restaurants - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bay Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grove Kebab Van - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Bear Hotel

The Bear Hotel is a great choice for a stay in Wantage. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Bear Hotel Wantage
Bear Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel
The Bear Hotel Wantage
The Bear Hotel Hotel Wantage

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Bear Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at The Bear Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. The Bear Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bear Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Food
Location
Shower
Restaurant
Bar
Bathroom
Bed

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently praised as excellent, with many guests enjoying the hot and cold options and the quality of the food. (37 reviews)
  • The restaurant served excellent food with good quality meals and a variety of options available. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

The room was perfect for our needs and the hotel had a restaurant and bar so everything we needed. The food was excellent and the service was also really good.
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!

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.
DAVID, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good breakfast, friendly staff.
claire, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely Stay look forward to doing it again.
Alan A, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

short break

ideal for short breaks, good food and friendly atmosphere
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good stay.

Good hotel in centre of town, long stay carpark at rear of hotel £7 for 23hours,
S, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good location, terrible beds!

Good location, friendly staff, but the beds are TERRIBLE. This was probably the worst bed I have ever slept in!
Mike, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Historical building, friendly staff, good food but could do with a deep clean.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Prompt check in Great town location
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great value and lovely people

The room was spacious and comfortable. The included breakfast was excellent, with hot and cold options. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great value for money. Definitely would stay there again.
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Two night midweek stay for work. Location is excellent as right in the centre of Wantage, with access to local shops and restaurants. No hotel car parking, but overnight parking available in local council car park (£3/night). Room was cosy and had all facilities needed for a comfortable stay. Relatively quiet during the night, but Wantage wakes around 5am, so expect to as well. Ate in the restaurant for the first night - good quality food, but ventured out the second night for greater menu variety. Good choice at breakfast with well-prepared meals. Quick service.
Joanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was clean and well stocked great for a one night stay but could do with updating. Although parking is off site it is right next to the hotel and reasonably priced.
Damion, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed the stay at the Bear Hotel

Had a great stay at The Bear Hotel. Love its charm and the feel of a true English hotel. It’s been here 500+ years. We stayed in a front room that looked over the Wantage Market Square. The room was fine, very clean, and the bed was comfy. However if you are tall, like over 5’ 9” you must watch your head and you probably won’t fit in the shower. Staff were all excellent! Love the breakfast that came with the room, delicious!
Jeanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value for the price paid
Peter, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

It’s a quirky place. Good decoration in main restaurant and bar but the rooms need updating. Very noisy at the front of the property in the room and the shower was terrible and sink didn’t drain. Staff lovely and the food great.
Sophie, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convinient and reasonably priced.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The only downside was lack of parking.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really helpful staff - would definitely stay again
Claire, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, nice atmosphere in bar.
Glyn, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel in centre of town.
Alan, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Not the best

The hotel itself was fine. We had a drink on the bar and there are lots of places to relax. Unfortunately our room (no 8) was extremely hot. We had both windows open but it didn’t seem to make any difference. This also meant that we heard all the people leaving the pub and immediate areas until approx 0230-0245. When we were finally able to doze off we were woken up at 0350 by the tradesmen starting to set up for the market in the morning. Whilst I appreciate that the hotel cannot directly affect these things had I known I would not have booked to be honest. The room was clean but needs an update. The bathroom sink tap was loose and the shower does not keep consistent temperature. The bathroom was very tired. When we went to check out in the morning there was no one on reception to let know of these problems. We had to leave to get on our way. Such a shame but from our experience we wouldn’t go back.
Sherry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great bar staff
Douglas, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel

Nice hotel friendly staff room was small but nice and clean. Good shower.
Brian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location and friendly staff, good value for money
Martin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff
Michael, 1-night trip