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The Bear Hotel

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

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

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Room

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Room

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

Highlights

Heating
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market Place, Wantage, England, OX12 8AB

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Didcot Railway Centre - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Christ Church College - 27 min drive - 20.8 miles
  • University of Oxford - 28 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 28 min drive - 21.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wildwood Restaurants - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bay Tree - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Grove Kebab Van - ‬3 min drive

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 kids' 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 billiards/pool table, smoke-free premises, and a computer station
  • A 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and wedding services
  • Luggage storage

Languages

English

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

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Property 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 pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
A car is not required for transportation 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.

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?

Check-out 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 mi (15 km) of Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred and Uffington White Horse. The Library and Milton Manor House are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 403 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 160 out of 403 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 403 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 403 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 403 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quirky hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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

8/10 Good

Gyuricza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was oke for staying one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amancio

Very good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room (#33), luxury bathroom with large walk in shower, fluffy towels. Excellent full English breakfast included in room rate. A fan would have been welcome as not comfortable opening window as ground floor room. No info in room inc wifi code. Definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were dated, the ceiling bowing and holes in it, mentioned it to staff who dismissed it, saying they knew. The shower doors did not close and the bathroom was overall very dated and not particularly clean. There was a fan in the room (needed as it was hot) it was covered in dust and would not stay upright. Overall not particularly impressed with the stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Historical building, friendly staff, good food but could do with a deep clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

great value and lovely people

The room was spacious and comfortable. The included breakfast was excellent, with hot and cold options. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great value for money. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Damion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room was clean and well stocked great for a one night stay but could do with updating. Although parking is off site it is right next to the hotel and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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 traveler

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

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

8/10 Good

Martin

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

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