The Bear Of Rodborough Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1673 reviews)
Rodborough Common , Stroud , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Comfortable room
Good food
Cons:
Some dated features
Slow check-in
Inconsistent dining room lighting

Categories

Cleanliness
8.54
Room was clean and comfortable, but some bathroom features were dated.
Service
8.81
Friendly and professional staff throughout the hotel.
Location
9.05
Beautiful location with great views and easy access.
Room Quality
8.3
Rooms were cozy, but some had issues like sticky doors or dated bathrooms.
Amenities
8.53
Standard amenities, with some issues reported.
Value for Money
8.49
Value reflective of the experience, though some felt food prices were high.
Food and Beverage
8.44
Good quality food, but dining room lighting affected ambiance.
Overall Experience
8.61
Overall a pleasant stay with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 06:23

Property Description

Historic Charm and Natural Beauty

The Bear of Rodborough, a former 17th Century coaching inn nestled in the stunning Rodborough Common, offers a warm welcome to all guests. The property's country house bedrooms provide a cozy retreat with picturesque views of the Cotswolds. Dogs are also welcome to enjoy the ample walking opportunities in the National Trust land surrounding the hotel.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

Indulge in exquisite dining at The Library Restaurant, housed in the oldest section of the inn, serving dishes that have earned AA Rosettes. For a more laid-back atmosphere, the Bear Bar offers a taste of English tradition with a selection of real ales and casual dining options.

Outdoor Leisure and Entertainment

Venture outside to the Pavilion Garden Bar for a unique experience complete with a variety of food and drink options. Enjoy leisure activities like table tennis and table football, accompanied by treats like popcorn and slushies.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of history, comfort, and entertainment? Book your stay at The Bear of Rodborough now!

Important information:

The property accept dogs into Executive Double or Twin rooms only, a surcharge of £20 per night will be charged by the property. This includes a dog bed and bowl in the room and a sausage at breakfast. When booking 6 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply. The hotel will contact you within 48 hours to advise these policies.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GLO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1673 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.54
Service: 8.81
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.49
Food and Beverage: 8.44
Overall Experience: 8.61
B
Bekky couple gb
10
Pros:

Super comfy bed

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
J
Julie-Anne couple gb
10
Great location and place to stay
Pros:

Great place to stay for a visit to the Cotswold.
Great walks nearby on the common

Cons:

Pet friendly hotel so need to be very aware of allergies

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
L
Lynn couple gb
9
A comfortable stay in an appealing hotel.
Pros:

The hotel was very attractive and well kept.

Cons:

The menu in the bar.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
W
William solo_traveller gb
9
Good
2026-03-18 via Nuitee
C
Claire family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

A fabulous stay in the lovely Bear of Rodborough. Beautiful surroundings and great hotel. We will be back.

Cons:

N/A

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
9
Another wonderful stay at the Bear
Pros:

Warm, comfortable, welcoming, great food.

Cons:

We did request a ground floor room which wasn't allocated, but we did get help with the bags.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
A
Alison couple gb
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
R
Richard solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Food was great

Cons:

Its a bit remote but in a beautiful position

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
L
Lesley solo_traveller gb
9
2026-03-11 via Nuitee
B
Beth solo_traveller gb
8
Lovely location and great staff
Pros:

It was a great location. Really friendly staff helping us sort a taxi before we even arrived and very attentive staff in the restaurant.

Cons:

We stayed in the adjoining building which was a lovely comfortable room. Great coffee machine and biscuits. The only thing was the walls were really thin and we could hear our neighbours having a conversation unfortunately at 5am which wasn’t ideal. I would suggest you bring ear plugs if you stay in that building. Everything else was great though.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
D
David couple gb
9
Pros:

Both very good

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
H
Hilary couple gb
10
2026-03-05 via Nuitee
S
Shannon couple gb
10
Wonderful
Pros:

Wonderful time and the bed was excellent!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-05 via Nuitee
M
mat solo_traveller gb
8
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
F
Fiona couple gb
10
Would recommend!
Pros:

Great location over looking the common -easy walking. Within easy reach of Stroud. There is a bus service outside the hotel but we didn’t have cause to use it so can’t comment.
The staff were friendly and welcoming. The room was great - clean, comfortable and good facilities.
The venue is well-presented and appealing to a variety of visitors. Near a road but didn’t hear any traffic.
Great breakfast choice including plant-based full breakfast.
There is electric vehicle charging available - didn’t have cause to use it so can’t comment but it’s there.

Cons:

Nothing to dislike.

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
A
Alexa couple gb
8
2026-03-01 via Nuitee
F
Francis solo_traveller gb
9
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
J
Jane couple gb
10
Excellent hotel, very comfortable.
Pros:

We were given a lovely, comfortable room with great views across the valley.
+We enjoyed a great meal at the hotel.
The lady at reception was very helpful and keen to support visitors

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
G
Glen family_with_children gb
9
Excellent hotel
Pros:

A hotel full of character, stunning views, great location and friendly staff

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer couple gb
9
2026-02-08 via Nuitee