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On the outskirts of Cardiff, The Bear, Cowbridge is situated in the picturesque market town of Cowbridge, 25 minutes from Cardiff Airport and with good access to the M4 freeway. The historic Bear Hotel dates back to the 12th century, boasting individually decorated bedrooms, some with beamed ceilings or four-poster beds. All rooms have private bathrooms, with Freeview digital cable TV and free Wi-Fi internet access. Guests will enjoy the flagstone real ale bar and luxurious lounge bar, offering drinks, snacks and afternoon tea. The hotel boasts a charming restaurant, serving an excellent menu, with local produce. In the picturesque Vale of Glamorgan, Cowbridge boasts a beautiful green coastline, boutique shops and beautiful town houses. The Bear, Cowbridge is also 15 minutes away from the center of Cardiff and the Cardiff Bay development.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 queen beds
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
2 full beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 twin bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
7.6

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jodi
    Germany Germany
    Excellent place to stay, very happy with the service!
  • Hugh
    United States of America United States of America
    Central location in the village with parking across the road at rear of hotel.
  • Dai
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, really good breakfast, lovely atmosphere especially in the busy bars and restaurant
  • Lmegac
    United States of America United States of America
    staff were friendly and helpful. restaurant had great meals.
  • Petteri
    Ireland Ireland
    Room was comfortable and came with a bathtub, which was a nice add-on to my evening. Staff was friendly and welcoming, recommending a restaurant in town when their kitchen had closed already. Breakfast was a good mix of Welsh and Continental.
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good location in High Street. Staff very nice and friendly.
  • Richard
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A fabulous ,comfortable room and very friendly and helpful staff.
  • Kathryn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel the staff the town and the meal all in all a fantastic hotel
  • Janice
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Decor lovely especially christmas decor . Comfortable room nice bed ground floor Helpful staff breakfast across road in penny farthing lovely included in price
  • Karen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We love staying at The Bear when we visit our daughter in Cowbridge, and would recommend it to anyone

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Romantic

Amenities of The Bear, Cowbridge
Great facilities! Review score, 8.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Wifi
  • Room service
  • Family rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)

Media & Technology

  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Front Desk Services

    • Invoice provided
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk

    Cleaning Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Business Facilities

    • Fax/Photocopying
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas

    General

    • Pet bowls
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Packed lunches
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Iron
    • Room service

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The Bear, Cowbridge takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    Free
    4 - 12 years
    Extra bed upon request
    £25 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
    Groups
    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
    Accepted payment methods
    American ExpressVisaMastercardCash

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform The Bear, Cowbridge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about The Bear, Cowbridge

    • Room options at The Bear, Cowbridge include:

      • Quad
      • Twin
      • Double
      • Single
      • Family
      • Twin/Double
    • The Bear, Cowbridge has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant #1
    • Yes, The Bear, Cowbridge is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • The Bear, Cowbridge is 150 feet from the center of Cowbridge. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The Bear, Cowbridge offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking
      • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Check-in at The Bear, Cowbridge is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at The Bear, Cowbridge can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
    • The prices at The Bear, Cowbridge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.