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About this property
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 motorway. 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 en suite facilities, with Freeview 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 Cardiff city centre and the Cardiff Bay development.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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2 large double beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 double bed Bedroom 2 2 single beds Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed | ||
2 double beds | ||
1 single bed and 1 double bed | ||
1 single bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 large double bed | ||
2 single beds | ||
1 extra-large double bed | ||
1 large double bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Michael
United Kingdom
“Helpful, obliging, staff. Good restaurant. Comfortable cottage with parking outside the window and a peaceful garden at the rear. Situated in the heart of the town so extremely well located.” - Hilary
United Kingdom
“Lovely comfortable room Staff very friendly and helpful in the hotel Housekeeping lovely Fabulous location” - Joanne
United Kingdom
“Nice location, clean and tidy throughout the hotel , friendly staff , fab outside bar and drinking area ..” - Melissa
United Kingdom
“Good location and had lovely character! There was always a great atmosphere within and the rooms were lovely. Breakfast across the road in the penny farthing was really good too” - Trevor
United Kingdom
“Excellent hotel and immaculately clean. Great breakfast.” - Pauline
United Kingdom
“Beautiful location in an historic market town. The mixture of old worldly with modern features too. Very clean and staff very polite. Deceptively large. Appeals to all in tastes both young and old.” - Sally
United Kingdom
“Lovely well located pub, great food on the premises” - Jade
United Kingdom
“Jackie the receptionist was lovely- very helpful throughout our stay, couldn’t do enough for us. Very spacious rooms- had everything you needed” - Chiboni
South Africa
“Lovely hotel in the middle of town. Accessible to the shops and the accommodation was good.” - Eileen
Spain
“Great location. Excellent room with our two dogs. Great cheerful and helpful staff. Good food. Easy parking. Perfect”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbianceRomantic
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.



The fine print
Please inform The Bear, Cowbridge in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.