Nestled in a shopping district, The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell offers an inviting atmosphere with full breakfast and dinner options at the on-site restaurant. Stroll through the garden or relax on the sun-kissed terrace while connecting to WiFi. Guests have also praised the helpful staff.
Big Pit National Coal Museum - 23 min drive - 16.4 km
Getting around
Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 81 min drive
Abergavenny Station - 15 min drive
Pontypool & New Inn Station - 21 min drive
Ebbw Vale Town Station - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Beaufort Arms - 6 min drive
Latte-da Coffee & Kitchen - 1 min walk
The Bell - 3 min drive
Cider Mill Inn - 2 min drive
Horse Shoe - 13 min walk
About this property
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell
When you stay at The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Brecon Beacons National Park. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this historic hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Romanian, Spanish, Welsh
At a glance
Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free full breakfast 7:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–9:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Banquet hall
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Room amenities
Be entertained
22-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of Europe.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 25.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell and nearby?
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell like?
The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell is a short 1-minute walk from Crickhowell Castle and 3 minutes' walk from Tretower Court & Castle.
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The Bear Hotel, Crickhowell Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 10, 2025
Friendly hotel with excellent food! Was there for business so shame i didn't get chance to enjoy the area more
Sally
Sally, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 5, 2024
Good food at a reasonable price.
NORMAN
NORMAN, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 12, 2024
Lovely hotel, great food and friendly, helpful staff
Andy
Andy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2023
Wonderful stay
Benjamin
Benjamin, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 24, 2024
Really good dog friendly stay
Great location, parking and lovely welcome
The dog was made very welcome too
Great food and atmosphere
Elaine
Elaine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2024
What a fantastic hotel - my only moan was that it was very dark in the breakfast dog friendly area. We will definitely be back, Wilson (cocker spaniel) had a wonderful stay too, spoilt by all his treats, toys and bedding options ♥️
KELLY
KELLY, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2024
Beautiful historic property, friendly service, in a lovely part of Wales.
Nancy
8/10 Very good
Aug 12, 2024
Bedroom very good - quiet. Food was also very good.
Anthony
Anthony, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 25, 2024
Very friendly staff. My mother had a medical emergency & we had to extend our visit. The staff was extremely accommodating and considerate.
Naiela
Naiela, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Another great stay at The Bear. I love it because it has a lot of character and it’s interesting. The rooms and nice and comfortable and the restaurant serves really delicious food (I had the beef short rib). It’s also really conveniently located in Crickhowell with most other interesting places within walking distance.
Lastly, all the staff I spoke to were really friendly and accommodating.
Definitely worth a visit.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 30, 2022
Beautiful flowers
Excellent food
Two good reasons we stayed at this hotel.
Alan
Alan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 27, 2022
Lovely hotel
Jaswir
Jaswir, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 30, 2023
Very good dinner, good breakfast, good warm room
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 19, 2024
The Bear for the Green Man
Always a joy to stay at the Bear. We’ll be back next year.
David
David, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 23, 2023
Great stay
The staff were very helpful, friendly and very good.
The room was clean and comfortable
Dave
Dave, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2024
Perfect getaway spot
We stayed here following a day of hiking and it was perfect. However it would also be a great place to stay for a more glamorous occassion too. Super friendly and welcoming staff. Comfortable bed and quirky interior. Food was incredible.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2024
6 of us (plus 3 dogs) meet annually for a walking weekend. The Bear was a perfect place to stay - characterful hotel, excellent service, good food, comfortable rooms.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 25, 2023
Really nice pub, comfortable room. Food was nice although quite pricey for what it was.
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 21, 2024
Return visit to The Bear
Returners to The Bear,great and convenient place to stop,staff friendly and helpful
Room good size ,clean and well stocked with tea and coffee
but bit excessive on the cushions!
Verified traveler
2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 7, 2023
Incredibly warm welcome, and lovely service. The room was perfect, with a very comfy bed and a very tasty dinner to top it off!
Polly
Polly, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2023
Deluxe room
very pleasant nice surroundings comfortable would stay again nice and warm in the room lovely bath clean very nice 👍
Good food meal and breakfast
Staff very happy and helpful
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2023
Really lovely break at the Bear Hotel
Three night break in a very comfortable room at The Bear Hotel. The staff were marvellous, the food was excellent (breakfast and dinner) and - based on the experience we had - we would certainly book again at the Bear Hotel when we are staying in or around Crickhowell.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 12, 2023
Has maintained the character and charm of older inns whilst providing excellent quality food in the restaurant and the bar area with efficient and cheerful staff service
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
We regularly eat at The Bear, as we love the food, but this was our first time to stay. The room was beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and the bed was very comfortable. As always, the service in the restaurant was excellent and the food was delicious. Our waiter, Hi-Man was most attentive.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 7, 2023
Unique place. Recommended by family and I can certainly recommend it to others. Friendly and helpful staff. Great dinner and excellent breakfast. Great place to stay for sure.