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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Room

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Room

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

Highlights

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

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Room

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

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

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Room

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
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)

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
Hair dryer
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • 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
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Market Place, Wantage, ENG, OX12 8AB

What's nearby

  • Uffington White Horse - 15 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Frilford Heath Golf Club - 15 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Didcot Railway Centre - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • University of Oxford - 28 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Oxford Castle - 28 min drive - 20.8 miles

Getting around

  • Newbury Station - 21 min drive
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 77 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 24-hour front desk, a computer station, and wedding services
  • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table, and smoke-free premises
  • An elevator

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

  • 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
Contactless check-out available

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property is professionally cleaned

We should mention

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 (4.4 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. 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

Clean hotel, helpful staff, quiet, slept well, good breakfast. Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

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

10/10

Prompt check in Great town location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Good value for the price paid
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10

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

10/10

The only downside was lack of parking.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10

Very convinient and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

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

10/10

Friendly staff, nice atmosphere in bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10

Nice hotel in centre of town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10

Great bar staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Wonderful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

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

6/10

Convenient location Clean Staff friendly Basic - in need of updating
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

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

8/10

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

6/10

convenient location for us no proper car park
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10

Nice place to stay, no Spanish speakers
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Love it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

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

8/10

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

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

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

10/10

Great location for our overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10

Needs updating
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025