The Bear Hotel

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

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Dates

September 2025

October 2025

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

The Bear Hotel offers a garden retreat with a hearty breakfast. The on-site restaurant serves family meals, including kids' options. Enjoy billiards, free WiFi, and safe luggage storage during your stay.

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Bar
Housekeeping
Free WiFi
Restaurant

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Sep 12 - Sep 13

Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Twin Room, Ensuite

Good

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Suite, Ensuite (Sleeps up to 3)

Good

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Single Room, Ensuite

Excellent

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Good

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Triple Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Digital channels

Desk

Iron/ironing board

Daily housekeeping

1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Courtyard )

Highlights

Heating

Separate bedroom

Hair dryer

Coffee/tea maker

Digital channels

Daily housekeeping

Desk

1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wantage is home to The Bear Hotel. Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred and Pickavance Lecture Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Frilford Heath Golf Club and The West Berkshire Golf Club. Millets Farm Centre and Millets Falconry Centre are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like birdwatching.

Visit our Wantage travel guide

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
‪Lord Nelson - ‬17 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:

An elevator, wedding services, and luggage storage
A billiards/pool table, a computer station, and smoke-free premises
A 24-hour front desk

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

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.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Hotel?

As of Sep 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Sep 13, 2025 start from $118.82, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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).