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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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Garden
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

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63 High Street, Cowbridge, Wales, CF71 7AF
  • Barry Island Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Principality Stadium
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Cardiff Bay
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

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

Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Room

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

View all photos for Romantic Double Room

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

View all photos for Executive Double Room

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

View all photos for Twin Room

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

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 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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About the area

Cowbridge

At The Bear Hotel, you'll be 20.9 km (13 mi) from Principality Stadium. 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 Cardiff Castle.

What's nearby

  • The Royal Mint Experience - 18 min drive - 16.1 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

  • ‪The Fox and Hounds - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪1 Town Hall Square - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blacksmiths Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar 44 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬7 min drive

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.

Languages

English

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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 9 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on 13 July 2025 start from AU$247.83, 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.

The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 154 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 239 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

Marion

Travelled with group
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

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

Vanessa

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

Solo overnight on business

Perfect! Quirky, older, comfortable style. I had a room on the front - spacious, good bed linen, sparkling water and shortbread etc. Good shower (over bath). No noise from road overnight. Very cosy bar area where I ate and superb food. Can see why this would be a great place to dine in summer. I didn’t make breakfast as chose to have a lie in before heading to the office but I’ve seen it’s good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Nigel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was excellent but dinner in the hotel restaurant disappointing. Several dishes not on, which meant the choice was limited, and even the wine we asked for was unavailable. Wine list was London prices (but we were in South Wales). Inclusive breakfast in Penny Farthing opposite was fantastic. Would stay here again but book for dinner in the Duke of Wellington pub opposite.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very nice hotel , fabulous restaurant food

Very Nice friendly hotel with a fabulous restaurant serving delicious food. My room was at the back of the building and was quiet. The room was bright, nice and clean. The only issue I had was that people were smocking outside by the entrance of the building just below my room window. Had to shut the window as smoke was coming in the room. Need to have a designated smocking area away from the rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JULIA

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

8/10 Good

Alex

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Craig

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

Nice food, average stay

Food was good and service was faultless, especially in the restaurant. Manager and waiter were brilliant. Room was a little disappointing. We were directly above the lounge and could hear the music until midnight. Also noisy road outside with it being on the main high street. Floor in the room was on a slant which was slightly off putting. Tv felt a mile for the bed on the opposite side of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Caroline

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

Amazing staff

We had a lovely 3 night stay. Our room was a wow to look at but not overly practical. The bathroom could do with a shelf to put our toiletries on. (instead we had to use the top of the loo) A light fitting above the large mirror was present but we couldn't see how it worked. If at all. A good powerful hairdryer, but the plug socket was too far away to sit at the dressing table. The room was clean, but attention to details were a little lacking. Thick dust on the bathroom extractor, dust on plug socket tops etc. The shower screen was clean but build up around the hinges. The four poster bed was beautiful to look at, but we found it a little uncomfortable. (personal taste). It was also quite noisy when turning during the night. Now I'm not suggesting that my review should put off anyone staying here, we would come back in a heartbeat! It's to draw attention for the management to address. The staff were absolutely amazing, so friendly and attentive. I even received a birthday card . The food was top notch. Overall the whole place had a relaxing vibe. It kind of gave you a hug. Thank you team Bear, we hope to be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN

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

2/10 Terrible

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Extremely disappointed. Unable to stay the night due to extreme noise from a ‘disco’ under our suite until midnight. Would advise against staying at this venue as the rooms are seemingly above a club.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Helen

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

Solo business stay

Room was comfortable . Food was ok but hotel busy with other functions on so felt odd eating alone. Car park a bit tricky to find - but the instructions on hotel website are very clear and better than Sat Nav. Didn’t fancy walking to another establishment so skipped breakfast ( but that was my choice due to time pressures)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel never disappoints!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and welcoming. Lovely atmosphere and very helpful and courteous staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Festive break
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024