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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Cowbridge with bars/lounges and 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local cuisine
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Garden
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
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

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is RM515
RM618 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Executive Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Cowbridge is home to The Bear Hotel. Cardiff Bay and Cottrell Park Golf Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Cardiff Market and Queen Arcade. Dyffryn Gardens and Arboretum and Barry Island Pleasure Park are also worth visiting.
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63 High Street, Cowbridge, Wales, CF71 7AF

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mint Experience - 18 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Barry Island Beach - 19 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Principality Stadium - 23 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 23 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 23 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

  • Llantwit Major Station - 9 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 167 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Farnham's Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sycamore Tree - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Bear Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services at The Bear Hotel. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Sellars, offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as 2 bars.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, a TV in reception and a banquet hall
  • Newspapers in the reception, smoke-free property and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Bear Hotel boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Sellars

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Newspapers in lobby

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per night

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from Visit Wales.

Property is 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

Is The Bear Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, The Bear Hotel allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Hotel?

As of 2 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on 14 Sept 2025 start from RM 515.07, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Bear Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Bear Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Hotel located?

Situated in Cowbridge, this hotel is within 9 miles (15 km) of Cottrell Park Golf Resort, Tresilian Bay and Coed-Y-Mwstwr Golf Club. St Donat's Castle and Newcastle Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 249 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were all very welcoming and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BILL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location and easy to get around. Great breakfast and staff friendly and pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Amenities
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 .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent atmosphere and very good friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bleddyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely room at The Bear. The staff were very helpful and parking right out the back was a true bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property and location.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really grest stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel friendly staff great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely pub, restaurant and hotel. Great food, very comfortable room, well situated in lovely town. Breakfast in sister restaurant was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in the middle of an old coaching town. Friendly. Good value
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant hotel with friendly staff, the quality of service was excellent. And the food provided was incredible. Highly recommended and we will be staying again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
limited ground floor rooms - no lift
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leigh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location with great beer and pies.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel..Stayed there for a wedding party. Rooms are clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Dirk

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Business stay, booked better room but a little tired and run down.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly hotel

Comfortable, friendly stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miss G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved our stay in this hotel - lovely staff, the room was decorated really nicely and we had an amazing sleep - the bed was soooo comfy!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very relaxing stay, comfortable room and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A very friendly and comfortable hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024