Bear Crickhowell

Hotels
8.7 (1386 reviews)
High Street , Crickhowell , gb

Free
Children 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Some rooms described as beautiful, but others noted issues like uncomfortable beds and outdated features.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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 1386 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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Julie couple gb
8
Pros:

The breakfast choices were good and the food was well cooked. Our room (15) was very clean, comfortable and welcoming with biscuits and a good selection of drinks. The flowers outside were beautiful and the garden was well kept.

Cons:

The coffee was very weak and rather tasteless, especially the decaf. I’d have appreciated a no smoking area in the garden as there are different places to sit

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Neil extended_group gb
8
Cosy and comfortable stay
Pros:

Full of character, cosy bedrooms and lovely breakfast and dinner options

Cons:

Small entrance through arch to car park was a little close for comfort !

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
10
Excellent stay at fabulous hotel and venue
Pros:

Friendly staff . Problem with our room after booking in and upgraded immediately with no hesitation no probs at all and staff so so apologetic .

Cons:

Nothing to add as no fault found

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Graham couple au
10
Such a wonderful place to stay. Great location, amazing food and wonderful staff. A real gem!
Pros:

Location
Food
Staff

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Sara family_with_children gb
10
Delightful hotel in a central location in Crickhowell
Pros:

Delicious breakfast although didn’t like the coffee. Staff were fantastic throughout the hotel and lunch was also really good

Cons:

apart from the coffee at breakfast, nothing

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Rosemary solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

Excellent location. Busy bar with good food and atmosphere. Room good size and overlooked garden at rear of hotel so no traffic noise. Staff very pleasant and helpful.

Cons:

Small internal bathroom with poor extractor fan. Shower over bath not comfortable to use and curtain let water escape onto floor.

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Stefanie couple de
2
Crickhowell ist ein guter Ausgangsort für Wanderungen in den Black Mountains. Bear Hotel lebt von der Historie, aber ist
Pros:

Sehr gutes Frühstück, hübsche Blumendeko

Cons:

Zimmer zum Court Yard leiden unter Lärm und Geruch vom Küchenabzug, der von 10 Uhr morgens bis 22.00 läuft. Zimmer 17 ist sehr dunkel, Aussicht auf Parkplatz auf Höhe der Radkappen der geparkten Autos. Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis für Zimmer und auch für Essen in der Bar stimmen nicht.

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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David couple gb
9
We will be going back.
Pros:

General ambiance was excellent. Staff were more than helpful. Great spot in a beautiful town.

Cons:

nothing

2026-08-04 via Nuitee
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Vikky solo_traveller au
10
From start to finish all staff were friendly and very helpful. Food was wonderful. Perfect location.
Pros:

I had asked for a quiet room and they had completely accomodated my request and the room was perfect.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
M
Michael extended_group gb
9
2026-08-02 via Nuitee
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Anna couple se
6
Nice village, welcoming staff
Pros:

Nice village. Very friendly staff.

Cons:

Breakfast could be improved.

2026-08-02 via Nuitee
A
Ann solo_traveller ie
8
Pros:

Lively location, great hospitality & gardens

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Pamela solo_traveller gb
9
Very convenient for the Agriculture Show.
Pros:

The beauty of the building which was covered in beautiful flowers.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Jayne solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Location, friendly staff and hood food - particularly dinner

Cons:

Nothing negative

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Peter extended_group gb
8
Lovely. Staff and great food
Pros:

Old world charm

Cons:

The character

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Sarah couple gb
9
Would recommend as a lovely place to stay and good value
Pros:

Lovely quiet room away from main hotel.
Lovely supper
Very friendly, helpful receptionist

Cons:

Minor point but just wish people didnt feel it necessary to bring dogs to restaurants even if they were in the garden, especially in the evening.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
8
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Paul solo_traveller gb
9
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Friendly staff, clean well equipped room.
Breakfast excellent.
Will return

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple gb
10
Amazing place to stay - beautiful coaching inn
Pros:

Wonderful .. so colourful with all the flower displays and baskets outside
Lovely garden for drinks
Friendly team especially in the restaurant
The dinner was suburb
Highly recommend

Cons:

It was warm and there was a fan but the room didn’t really a window that opened

2026-07-12 via Nuitee
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Arthur couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location for exploring the Brecon Beacons

2026-07-11 via Nuitee