The Bear

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.5
  • View
  • Free Wifi
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
  • Bath
  • Air conditioning
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Baggage storage
  • Heating

The Bear in Bath offers luxurious accommodations in addition to its relaxing restaurant and bar. A 15-minute walk from Bath Spa Train Station, The Bear has outdoor decking, free on-site parking and free WiFi. The Bear features original 1960s and 1970s furnishings, locally handmade beds, wooden floors and cow-hide rugs. A selection of spacious guest rooms feature 100% cotton sheets and fluffy bath towels. The modern bathrooms feature natural stone tiling and free-standing sinks. Most of the city’s main attractions, including the Roman Baths and Royal Crescent, are within 5-10 minutes’ drive of The Bear. More of the region’s notable cities are within easy reach, with Bristol less than 30 minutes’ drive, and Salisbury a little over 1 hour away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

  • Free Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Melanie
United States United States
“Large room and bathroom with warm towel rack. Bed was very comfortable. Quiet at night. Loved having a fridge, glass bottled water. Staff very accommodating. Restaurant was excellent.”
Scott
United States United States
“The room was attractive and spacious, and the bed was very comfortable. The restaurant and included breakfast were excellent. We had dinner there as well, and it was delicious and the service was great. Very convenient location for walking into...”
Rose
United States United States
“This place was amazing for our honeymoon! Big cozy room in a great location that’s very quiet. The restaurant is right downstairs which made it easy to pop down and grab a bite or drink. We drove to the inn but mainly used the bus to and from...”
Jacqueline
Canada Canada
“Our favourite hotel on our trip. Comfortable, clean, well stocked. Large bathroom, great shower pressure.”
Seydi_bey
Indonesia Indonesia
“If you are coming to Bath, you must stay at The Bear. It is one of the most luxurious, comfortable, and friendly hotels we have experienced in the UK. We stayed in a Superior King room, which was one of the largest rooms we’ve seen by UK...”
Deborah
United States United States
“Room was comfortable; Staff friendly; and the restaurant had great food. The serving staff was friendly, too. Many locals were there for Rugby and music. You know it’s a good place when the locals hang there! :)”
Steve
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Easy to find great welcome so will return. Nice room over carpark so felt secure for that too. Weather was to poor to use balcony but there's always next time..... Breakfast was fab to so will try dinner next Bears every where a marvellous theme”
Frank
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Food and accomodation excellent, breakfast really good and bar food very tasty, Staff were really friendly and welcoming. We couldn't fault it would definitely stay there again.”
Zaccor
United States United States
“A charming place with everything you could ask for. First-rate room with en suite bath and soaking tub. The pub was busy and lively, with good, fresh food and a warm ambience. Staff was very friendly and helpful.”
Sellma
United States United States
“Everyone was very nice Food was great. Cozy place”

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Bear
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Bear

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Terrace
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
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