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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
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Exterior
Garden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$233
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Explore the area

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63 High Street, Cowbridge, Wales, CF71 7AF
  • Place, Taskforce Paint Ball Games
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Beaupre Castle
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Principality Stadium
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

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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
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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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
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double 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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Double Room

Highlights

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

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About the area

Cowbridge

At The Bear Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Beaupre Castle and Taskforce Paint Ball Games. Highlights at this hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Sellars, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Cowbridge hotel, attractions include Cardiff Bay and Principality Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Barry Island Beach - 20 min drive - 21.8 km
  • The Royal Mint Experience - 20 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Cardiff Bay - 24 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Principality Stadium - 24 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cardiff Castle - 24 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

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

Hotel in Cowbridge with bars/lounges and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Bear Hotel also features a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Cowbridge hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Conference rooms
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
The Bear Hotel offers 33 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Bear Hotel?

The Bear Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 14 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on 23 Nov 2025 start from AU$232.81, including 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.

Is parking available at The Bear Hotel?

Yep, The Bear Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Bear Hotel?

The closest beach to The Bear Hotel is Barry Island Beach (14.4 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Bear Hotel?

No, The Bear Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Bear Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Bear Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Bear Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at The Bear Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.