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The Bear on the Square

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An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a rocky shoreline, and green vegetation. - The Bear on the Square (Millom)
A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a nightstand, and a lamp. - The Bear on the Square (Millom)
A hotel entrance with a glass door leading outside, a handrail on the right, and a visible street view. - The Bear on the Square (Millom)
A pub named "The Bear" with a sign above the entrance and a decorative plant hanging over the window. - The Bear on the Square (Millom)
A hallway with carpeted floors, white walls, wooden doors, and a fire extinguisher. - The Bear on the Square (Millom)
An arcade/game room, a bar, and a restaurant are just a few of the amenities provided at The Bear on the Square. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a grey quilt, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a remote control on it.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a folded teal towel on a dark-colored bedspread.

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a grey and white duvet, two white pillows, and two folded blue towels on the footboard.

Standard Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

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Very good
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a remote control, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with a headboard, a nightstand, and a lamp.

Standard Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a remote control, and a wall-mounted lamp.

Standard Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Millom is home to The Bear on the Square. The Beggar's Theatre and Millom Heritage and Arts Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Swinside Stone Circle and St Mary Magdalene's Church. Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway and Ravenglass Railway Museum are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. Visit our Millom travel guide
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2-6 St. Georges Terrace, Millom, England, LA18 4DB

What's nearby

  • Millom Library
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Council Offices
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Millom Pleasure Ground
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Beggar's Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Millom Heritage and Arts Centre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles

Getting around

  • Millom Station
    4 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Ski Bar
    4 min drive
  • Mattie's Fish and Chips
    33 min drive
  • The Strawberry
    32 min drive
  • Domino's Pizza
    33 min drive
  • Miner's Arms
    5 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to noon for a fee: GBP 8 for adults and GBP 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to have continental breakfast must book in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately GBP 8.00 for adults and GBP 6.00 for children

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
This property accepts credit cards
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Frequently asked questions

Is The Bear on the Square pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bear on the Square?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Bear on the Square?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Bear on the Square located?

Situated in Millom, this inn is steps from Millom Library, The Beggar's Theatre, and Council Offices. Millom Community Hospital and Millom Pleasure Ground are just steps away. Millom Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Bear on the Square Reviews

7.6

Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Idea for a single person exploring the south-western Lake District.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very pleasant and helpful the room was clean and had enough facilities to enjoy my visit tv, tea making facilities etc
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel was ideal for my work commitments the following day. The price I paid was reflected in the facilities provided. Great staff and nice bar/ restaurant with really good prices.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I admittedly arrived at a busy time and The Bear was reportedly chronically short of staff. Whilst the room and its cleanliness was excellent, the human side was somewhat chaotic. I queued twice for approx. 15 mins in total only to be told, in regard to ordering food, that the chef was very busy and not feeling well. I could not order any food and whilst sickness is unavoidable no decision was made to stop food orders for the evening. That lack of a decision was the problem and frustrating. I was told I might be able to order later but I'd need to wait and there was no certainty. I cut my losses and went to another nearby pub where I received calm service and great food.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paula

The Bear is close to the railway station and the rooms are basic but comfortable. Currently the property does not serve food and during my stay there were no restaurants open in the area. There are takeaways. There might be a kitchen available to guests but I didn't find it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was very happy with my room! It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Unfortunately the walls are very thin and l could hear the people next door talking as if they were in the same room, so even though the bed/bedding was very clean and comfortable l did not get any sleep, l could even hear a conversation someone was having on a phone. The property is advertised as a B&B but they do not do breakfasts. I would definitely stay again if the price was reduced slightly to accommodate not doing breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
the overall stay was ok. There were a few teething problems with the electrics (lighting) and toilet door jamming. we were moved to another room then issues again with electrics (lighting and heating) but it got sorted. The staff were on hand to sort things for us and were really helpful. The music below made it hard to sleep as it played until 01.30am and the chimes from the clock in the square didnt help. The room was clean and the beds were exceptionally comfortable. it is only bed and not breakfast. How ever you can buy your breakfast in the pub on a morning we chose to go out for it. Be sure to take items like shower gels shampoo and conditioner hairdryer etc as these are not supplied. you are supplied with a small bar of soap. it was an ok experience i guess staying above a pub has pros and cons and each individual has there own preference. its just not for me. 🙁 try for yourself and then decide 🙂👍
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janice

Breakfast not booked but had a meal on arriving which was good fresh cooked. Staff very helpful. Parking out in the square. Shower cubicle needs some tlc - shower head has limescale making the pressure less than it could be, the cubicle had some mould in the corners- just needs a good clean. The room was above the WMC but noise not heard though some noises from outside. I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning staff were polite and helpful. A simple room with minimal amenities. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen

Liked: Amenities
I had a great overnight stay at the bear on the square. The only problem was parking. I worried about leaving my car parked on the square but had no choice. Maybe having some designated parking for the b and b guests would help with this.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Simon

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

One night stay at the Bear

Just stayed one night for work. A very very basic room, the window would not open at the top but whistled most of the night (as quite windy) No parking was available (only the square opposite the pub). Also no breakfast was available, normal lunch food menu from noon. I certainly was an experience😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was very clean it seemed like it has been recently refurbished but a member of staff said it had been 12 months ago! The thermostat was very useful to keep us warm and the location was very central. The only slight disturbance was the odd characters hanging about near the entrance as there's a pub next door. Overall a great stay and pleasant staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just what we needed for our visit to Millom. We had an issue in the morning as had no water, but it was fixed as soon as we reported it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

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

Clean but overpriced

The room was clean and basic. No curtains up at the windows. The room was £84 with no breakfast included. Totally overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just spoiled by the constant passing and repassing & accelerating of the same vehicle with a loud exhaust causing noise pollution and this continued until midnight. I must stress that this was not the fault of the residence nevertheless bad enough to be a nuisance. It should also be said that this is budget priced accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Darren

Disliked: Amenities
The very loud rave music blasting right beneath our room till bout 2am
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was cold on entry as window open, wind was howling, but no handle on the window (was broken and on windowsill) so window could not be closed/secured. There was a plastic bag over the smoke alarm. Shower full of mould and stank. 1 bed in the room had a foot missing. (I have photo evidence of all the above). Parking 20m? Yes, but limited spaces and only free after 6pm-8am. Alternative car park a small route march, which is a challenge in bad weather. If ANY other options available, do yourself a favour and do not choose this location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property in the middle of town
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing stay, the local people and the bartender are truly friendly. Totally recommend the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Very dissappointed expirence!!! Never recommended

Very dissappointed expirence!! Spent money for booking it, but you can't check-in when you arrived there in the night just only becasue the reception ASSUMED that you will change your mind. I expirenced it and coudn't find any place to live in the mid-night, but before the reception left, they never sent any message or email or gave a call to me, and everyone will think it should be like a normal hotel which you can check-in anytime when you arrive. Very dissappointed!! They stole your money but never give you a room to live! Hope this kind of fake hotel is shut down!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
A warm welcome, simple but clean rooms and centrally located. Our twin room was overlooking the square and we stayed on the Sunday before a bank holiday. It was very noisy at kicking out time and the windows did not dampen the noise of the screeching girls and boy racers. I was also disappointed to find out in the morning that the breakfast needs to be requested on check in. We had to grab some food from the nearby garage.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The double room was immaculate and very comfortable. It was overlooking the town square which was very noisy late into the early hours of the morning with people drinking and shouting outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean rooms very helpful staff and reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely place to stay in Millom!

Lovely clean room, friendly staff, amazing bathroom. Also the food & beer from the pub was great. Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were so satisfied with the whole stay great room and facilities great food and very friendly staff we would be happy to stay here again and recommend to all our friends
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019