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The Bear Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Wantage with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Restaurant
Bar (on property)
Room
Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite (2 Double Beds)

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June

Room options

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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Single Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Room

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Didcot Railway Centre - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • University of Oxford - 28 min drive - 30.1 km
  • Oxford Castle - 28 min drive - 33.5 km

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 21 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • Royal Oak Inn
  • The Kings Arms
  • Wildwood Restaurants
  • Bay Tree
  • Grove Kebab Van

About this property

The Bear Hotel

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and a bar at The Bear Hotel. Be sure to enjoy children's meals at the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A 24-hour front desk, a computer station and wedding services
  • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property
  • A lift

Languages

English

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includes taxes & fees
22 June - 23 June
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 21 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on 22 June 2025 start from AU$218.91, 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.

What time is check-in at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Bear Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bear Hotel located?

Situated in Wantage, this hotel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Bakers Yard and within 9 miles (15 km) of Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred and Uffington White Horse. The Library and Milton Manor House are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 382 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 156 out of 382 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 382 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 382 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 382 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel, helpful staff, quiet, slept well, good breakfast. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located in Wantage with excellent staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Prompt check in Great town location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good value for the price paid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sophie

Liked: Staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convinient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only downside was lack of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Really helpful staff - would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice atmosphere in bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great bar staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel

Nice hotel friendly staff room was small but nice and clean. Good shower.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient location Clean Staff friendly Basic - in need of updating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Good location and friendly staff, good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, no Spanish speakers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Barry

Liked: Staff & service
convenient location for us no proper car park
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Not a bad stay pillows hard bed not to bad but overall the venue is getting a little bit shabby in all areas. The was a leaky tap in the bathroom It is in need of a make over.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Amenities
Very convenient location for my short stay in a old and historic building Allowed me access to my room to drop my bags Room a bit tired but clean and serviceable Friendly and helpful staff Nice beer😀
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

The Bear

The Bear is in a good position in the centre of Wantage. Restaurant is great for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Fine for short stay. Excellent breakfast.

We got a triple room that was clean and was quiet. The mattresses are maybe due for renewal, springs were a bit noisy and mattress was thin, But still managed to sleep so no major dramas. The full English breakfast was absolutely stunning. Worth noting that the bar is not available out of hours.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Korinna

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

Great stay

Well located, friendly and atmospheric. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful character Oxfordshire hotel food was excellent and the people friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024