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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Attentive staff creates a relaxing atmosphere at this stylish retreat where guests savor local flavors at the on-site Sellars restaurant

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The Bear Hotel sits in the town center, offering a charming escape with multiple dining options at Sellars restaurant throughout the day. Guests relax on the terrace, explore the garden grounds, stay connected with WiFi, and choose between two distinct bars.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is Rp2.306.128
Rp2.767.354 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive Double Room

Highlights

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Laptop workspace
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cowbridge is home to The Bear Hotel. Cardiff Bay and Church, College and Lighthouses Walk 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. Visit our Cowbridge travel guide
Map
63 High Street, Cowbridge, Wales, CF71 7AF

What's nearby

  • Pierhead Building, a Grade One listed building of the National Assembly for Wales in Cardiff Bay, Wales. A Cardiff's landmark taken from Cardiff Bay.
    Cardiff Bay
    23 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Millennium Stadium featuring a river or creek and modern architecture
    Principality Stadium
    24 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Cardiff Castle showing heritage architecture, château or palace and heritage elements
    Cardiff Castle
    24 min drive - 24.8 km
  • Taskforce Paint Ball Games
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beaupre Castle
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sycamore Tree
    7 min drive
  • The Blacksmiths Arms
    10 min drive
  • 1 Town Hall Square
    2 min walk
  • The Bear Inn
    11 min drive
  • Mughal Emperor
    3 min drive

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 smoke-free property
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk and meeting rooms
  • 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

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 26 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on 12 Mar 2026 start from 2306127.98, 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 Church, College and Lighthouses Walk, Ewenny Priory Church and Cottrell Park Golf Resort. Tresilian Bay and Coed-Y-Mwstwr Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

The Bear Hotel Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 286 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be difficult to pick out one aspect of the Bear in Cowbridge as it was all very good. Staff were lovely, food excellent and very good value. We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Rosamund

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay. Our room was clean and comfortable and well maintained. Staff helpful and friendly. Food excellent. Car parking easy and free. We would certainly use this hotel again. Many thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, very clean. Staff were lovely . Breakfast was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ceri

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room and building is lovely. Staff are all very helpful & the breakfast was delicious. Due to the style of the building it does unfortunately not allow for the quietest of sleeps if you are in the original building.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really lovely hotel in the most convenient and gorgeous setting of Cowsbridge and a gorgeous breakfast at friendly sister place over the road penny farthing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely quaint hotel. Would recommend without hesitation. Staff polite and welcoming. Room was cosy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thuy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a charming hotel. Spacious room and great breakfast options. Right in the middle of the town. Easy free parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The team were polite and very helpful. The place was adorable and dinner was great and affordable. Cute village we would go back and stay again Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed one night. Clean,comfortable room with good hot shower. Friendly staff and nice breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great food and beer. Very comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean excellent service lovely hotel amazing food and decently priced
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Relaxing weekend

Another fantastic stay at the Bear. Lovely spacious room, clean and very comfortable. Lunch choice great and really tasty. Staff at reception and bar so friendly, helpful. Very prompt service. We will be back highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was lovely & meal . We stayed for New Year’s Eve . There was no atmosphere no build up to bring the new year in . There was a band upstairs full of youngsters is was crazy they where sick over the toilets floors sinks walk ways glasses smashed everywhere .then started damaging the property it was crazy . We stayed in the restaurant out of the way . Really disappointed wouldn’t stay there again unfortunately .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 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

David

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

JULIA

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room 41 was large, comfortable, clean, with good facilities. There was an annoying sound through the night like a motor that switched on for 10 seconds then off for 25 then started again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room comfortable, breakfast good although had to go outside of the hotel for breakfast.
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

ADRIAN

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