The Bears Went Over The Mountain

Hotels
8.1 (176 reviews)
2 Church Street , Geeveston , au

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Coffee Shop on site
Free wired internet
Internet access

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Great location
Comfortable beds
Spacious and clean rooms with old-world charm and character
Cons:
Limited parking
Expensive breakfast
No spa services
Minor maintenance issues with the rooms
Some guests found the bed uncomfortable or small

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness as a positive aspect.
Service
8.2
Service was generally appreciated, although a few guests had complaints about wait times.
Location
7.3
The hotel is located in close proximity to many key landmarks and public transport.
Room Quality
6.8
Rooms were spacious and comfortable, although some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues.
Amenities
6.9
The amenities provided were satisfactory, with some guests highlighting the gym and pool, while others mentioned the lack of spa services.
Value for Money
7.1
Some guests felt that the price was a bit high for the services offered, while others thought it was reasonable given the location.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Breakfast and restaurant services were generally well-received, although a few guests thought there could be more variety.
Overall Experience
7.8
Most guests had a positive overall experience and would recommend the hotel to others.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-06-29 09:19

Property Description

Charming Boutique Accommodation: The Bears Went Over The Mountain, located in Geeveston's town centre, offers boutique hotel accommodation with uniquely named rooms and modern amenities including TV and en suite bathrooms.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in locally sourced Tasmanian products at the attached Licenced Café and Tapas & Wine Bar. Enjoy a complimentary barista-made coffee or tea and explore the breakfast menu during your stay.

Explore Nature's Beauty: Situated close to Tahune Airwalk and Hartz Mountain National Park, The Bears Went Over The Mountain is the perfect base for nature lovers to explore the wonders of Tasmania.

Book your stay at The Bears Went Over The Mountain for a delightful blend of comfort, culinary experiences, and nature exploration!

Important information:

Please inform The Bears Went Over The Mountain 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.
Please note that a 3% surcharge applies for payments with all credit cards.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: HBA

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 176 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 8.2
Location: 7.3
Room Quality: 6.8
Amenities: 6.9
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 7.8
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Pamela • with friends • au
9
Was very comfortable
Pros:

Was very clean, good location.

Cons:

Could have done with a microwave.

2025-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Kathrine • young couple • au
10
Exceptional
2025-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Susan • young couple • au
6
Comfortable stay despite some shortcomings
Pros:

The town of Geeveston is a great base to explore the southern area. (Hartz Mountain NP, Tahune Airwalk, Hastings Caves and Thermal pool, and the road to Cockle Creek). The room was clean and the beds very comfortable. The bathroom was spacious and showers hot. It was very quiet at night. I felt safe, with main door kept closed after hours. It had self check-in, guided by a manager on the phone. The main foyer had old comfy furniture and a fire place for winter.

Cons:

Very little cupboards or hanging space in the room. Had to use one of the bunk beds to house our suitcases, and hang things off.
I didn't read the fine print and was not aware the room would not have a bar fridge or tea/coffee making facilities in it.
There was a small bar fridge in the corridor which was shared with the 5 rooms. The kettle was on top, but the cups and coffee and tea/sugar was on a table in the foyer. The corridor with the 5 rooms was being re-plastered and painted the whole 4 days we were there. The "tea room"/Cafe was not operating except on the weekends (which was when we left!). The Booking.com website needs updating to reflect current circumstances. There were phone numbers you could ring to get help, but there appeared to be no-one on site.
I think the motel is in transition of ownership which might explain these issues. It seems strange to be doing such big renovations in February.

2025-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Trevor • young couple • au
7
Very good except for the bed.
Pros:

Room was neat and clean with a bit of old world charm and character.

Cons:

The bed left like you were sleeping with your head downhill. Needs new bed.

2025-03-09 • via Nuitee
M
Marion • young couple • au
8
Very good
2025-02-25 • via Nuitee
M
Marion • young couple • au
8
Very good
2025-01-30 • via Nuitee
C
Clifford • family with young children • au
8
Very good
Pros:

Location was great

Cons:

Main bed was too small.

2025-01-14 • via Nuitee
F
Felix • group • id
10
Exceptional
2024-12-28 • via Nuitee
J
Jodie • young couple • au
6
Pleasant
2024-12-21 • via Nuitee
C
Christine • family with young children • au
4
Disappointing
Pros:

The beds

Cons:

The rest of it

2024-11-19 • via Nuitee
B
Bill • family with young children • au
9
Met our needs for the night
Pros:

location was Room was rustic but comfortable

Cons:

Overhead Light and one bedside light not working

2024-10-30 • via Nuitee
M
Maree • group • au
8
Great location and with a few tweaks would be fantastic stop over
Pros:

Great location. Quirky comfy

Cons:

Bit more communication from the on-site manager would’ve been helpful

2024-10-25 • via Nuitee
B
Burgess • family with young children • au
9
Superb
2024-10-24 • via Nuitee
B
Benny • family with young children • au
8
Very good
2024-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Susan • young couple • au
5
Room served a purpose but fell a little short in some areas
Pros:

Location, comfortable bed.

Cons:

No coffee cups, no milk you had to keep going into dark/cold hallway to use kettle. There was no spare blanket to wrap up in.

2024-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Courtney • family with young children • au
10
Amazing!
Pros:

I actually loved the fact we didn't have to go through lengthy check ins, just a text message with a pin number for the door

Cons:

There was 1 shared kettle and bar fridge for the 4 rooms, felt very awkward and there was no mugs out we had to go to the Cafe and borrow some, not a big deal but would be nice to have these in every room

2024-04-28 • via Nuitee
R
Rosalyn • group • au
9
Reasonably priced hotel in great location close to Huon Hwy
Pros:

Our family room was spacious, clean, and just what we needed for a one-night stay. The hotel was located nearby to other shops and was within walking distance to a playground and a Platypus Walk, which was great for letting the kids burn off some energy before our next destination.

Cons:

There was a communal fridge for keeping our food cold, which we would have preferred in our room, although it wasn't a deal breaker at the end of the day.

2024-04-19 • via Nuitee
T
Trevor • young couple • au
2
Very poor
2024-04-10 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family with young children • au
9
Superb
2024-03-31 • via Nuitee
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Pierre • young couple • au
8
Very good
2024-03-18 • via Nuitee