Bear Crickhowell

Hotels
8.7 (1347 reviews)
High Street , Crickhowell , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent food
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Uncomfortable bed
Room updates needed

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, such as stains on cushions and bath cleanliness.
Service
9.13
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.17
Multiple reviews praised the hotel’s convenient and ideal location.
Room Quality
8.12
Some rooms described as beautiful, but others noted issues like uncomfortable beds and outdated features.
Amenities
8.65
Amenities received positive mentions, though some items like EV charging were suggested.
Value for Money
8.61
Overall guests felt they received good value for the price, despite a few concerns about pricing.
Food and Beverage
9.16
Food was frequently highlighted as excellent and a positive aspect of the stay.
Overall Experience
8.63
General sentiment suggests a lovely overall experience with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:55

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

The Bear, dating back to 1432, offers a welcoming atmosphere with old-world charm and modern amenities. Original features like a cobbled forecourt and historical room decor blend seamlessly with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV.

Award-Winning Dining Experience

The restaurant at The Bear boasts an ever-changing menu based on local ingredients. Enjoy award-winning food in a cozy setting, complete with open log fires or fresh spring flowers. Due to its popularity, be sure to make reservations in advance.

Quaint Bar with Prestigious Accolades

Step into the popular bar with a low-beamed ceiling and a winter log fire, adorned with antiques. Winner of the 'Best Pub in Britain' award twice, the bar serves a variety of real ales and vintage wines.

Experience the historic charm and award-winning hospitality at The Bear - book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests who wish to dine at the hotel's restaurant must reserve a table at the time of booking.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of £20 per stay.

Please note that a maximum of 2 pets is allowed per room.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for £15 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for £35 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 14 years old stay for £35 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

8.7
Based on 1347 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.13
Location: 9.17
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.61
Food and Beverage: 9.16
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Ruth • couple • gb
7
2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Christophe • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Cadre exceptionnel
Restauration excellente
Petit déjeuner cuisiné
Accueil chaleureux
Terrasse agréable
Parking sécurisé et avec de la place
Je n'ai que des compliments sur cet établissement

Cons:

Rien
Tout était parfait

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Marian • solo_traveller • gb
10
A charming and comfortable hotel with great food and helpful staff.
Pros:

This is a property of great charm in a central but quiet location. The staff were friendly and helpful, the rooms comfortable and the food excellent.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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TIMOTHY • couple • gb
8
Very enjoyable return to a place we alwaqys like staying in
Pros:

Food, drink and atmosphere all good. Staff in bar/restaurant were excellent, polite with quick service considering how busy they were

Cons:

Nothing in particular. Room 30 was comfortable but a tad tired

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Jenkins • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • gb
5
Old coaching house that needs a face lift!
Pros:

Good location near the High Street.

Cons:

Room was tiny and double bed and shower room v small. Our room overlooked the road - noisy at night. Room was 'hot' because of the weather at the time. Breakfast served in a small room with plenty of people in it. The chairs were cloth covered and dirty. Breakfast itself was unimpressive.

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Joan • couple • gb
8
Enjoyed our stay.
Pros:

Location good for the Hay Festival.

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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stephanie • couple • nz
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Neil • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Perfect
Pros:

Very convenient location

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Janet • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable hotel in the town centre
Pros:

Traditional Welsh hotel

Cons:

A “maze” of public areas, lot of steps to negotiate as it’s an old building

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee
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fiona • couple • gb
8
Classic coaching inn
Pros:

Comfortable room in a classic coaching inn. A great base to explore the area.

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • gb
8
Pleasant stay in general
Cons:

I didnt like the fact that we thought the price on Booking com included breakfast

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Cathryn • family_with_children • gb
6
Pros:

Location
Comfortable bed

Cons:

The room was noisy all night. Load creaking floorboards from room above until midnight and from 6am. Loud water heater which clicked on and off, making us jump through out the night.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • gb
9
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Amaya • extended_group • gb
10
Beautiful village, perfect hotel, amazing food and the staff were lovely
Pros:

Amazing food and the staff were so lovely and helpful

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
• couple • us
8
pleasant
Pros:

breakfast was good

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Margot • couple • nl
8
Leuk verblijf
Pros:

Sfeervol

Cons:

Restaurant gedeelte , beetje saai

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • gb
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee