The Bear

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Scored 8.8
Rated excellent

Staff

9.6

Property highlights

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About this property

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 8.7 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
Greene King's Pubs & Hotels
Hotel chain/brand

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

  • 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

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Availability

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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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1 sofa bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

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”
Ofri
United States United States
“The staff was exceptionally warm, friendly and helpful. The food was good — I loved my vegetarian English breakfast. The location is nice — in a quieter part of Bath. You can walk up ten minutes to Alexander Park, a beautiful park viewpoint...”
Nancy
United States United States
“Helpfulness of the staff, breakfast was good. Room well appointed.”
Diane
United States United States
“Quiet, free car park. We did not get the breakfast, but the restaurant was pretty good. Refrigerator and espresso machine was nice to have. There’s a convenience store across the street, but it was having delivery problems. About a 15-20 minute...”
Catrin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“One night stay prior to a local wedding. Comfortable room with a bit of 'character'. Good breakfast although service was rather slow. Handy location with free parking.”
Aoife
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were very friendly and helpful- especially the manager. Food was excellent also- I had lunch and breakfast and both were great.”
Chirag
Spain Spain
“The breakfast selection and breakfast and the tea/coffee making facility in the room were both very good. The bathroom was very well appointed and the amenities were first class.”

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

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
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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.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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