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About the Hotel

High Street, Crickhowell, United Kingdom, NP8 1BW
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Close to Crickhowell Castle
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Rooms at The Bear

The Bear Hotel offers 35 unique rooms, each furnished with locally inspired artworks celebrating the Brecon Beacons. Rooms feature bedding, amenities, and sprung mattresses. All hotel rooms are dog-friendly with the exception of unique feature and four-poster rooms. Each room provides ironing facilities, heating, and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms include free toiletries and an AM/FM alarm clock. Rooms include garden furniture and a terrace.

Dining details

The Bear Hotel features a restaurant and bar. The kitchen sources ingredients from local suppliers including Master Butcher Richards and organic gardens from Brecon Beacons National Park. The menu features dishes such as rarebit on ciabatta with watercress, Black Mountain smoked salmon with horseradish, and lamb shank with spring onion mash. Cider from a local Hereford supplier is offered, along with Guinness, IPA, and premium lagers. The fully stocked bar offers alcoholic and soft beverages, including over 30 varieties of whisky and an extensive wine list. Special diet menus are available on request. Breakfast includes cereals, fruits, Welsh yogurt, and hot options like full Welsh breakfast or smoked haddock with poached egg. There is a beer garden that is open when weather permits.

Leisure and Activities

Guests at The Bear can enjoy hiking, with walking routes starting at the hotel. The hotel is near the River Usk for trout and salmon fishing. Kevin Walker runs navigation and mountain safety courses from The Bear and can advise on walking routes. The Brecon Beacons are an International Dark Skies Reserve. Additional activities include mountain biking, canoeing, rafting, and paragliding. A golf course is located within 6 miles, available for an additional charge.

Location and Access

The Bear Hotel is located in Crickhowell, surrounded by the Usk Valley. The A40 links the town to Abergavenny (6 miles east) and Brecon (14 miles west). Abergavenny has rail connections to London and other hubs. Cardiff is 85 km from The Bear Hotel Crickhowell. Nearby landmarks include Crickhowell Castle (0.5 km), Nicholls Crickhowell (0.3 km), and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal (4 km). Many local independent shops are nearby. The River Usk, one of Britain's brown trout fisheries, is a few minutes away.

Hotel Services

The Bear Hotel provides free WiFi in all areas. Services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage and facilities for disabled guests. Laundry and ironing services are available for an additional charge. Meeting and banquet facilities are available for an additional charge. The hotel offers accessible and street parking. Dogs are allowed in the bar areas and most hotel rooms. Child services include children's cots/cribs for GBP 15 per night. The hotel provides continuous cleaning of high-touch areas, such as doorknobs and handles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Better Double Room
2 persons
13 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Cosy Double Room
2 persons
11 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Best Double Room No Pets
2 persons
13 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre
Crickhowell400 m
Airports
Cardiff (CWL) 83.7 km
Gloucestershire (GLO) 87.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Off-site car park
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Golf course

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Dining Onsite

At Bear Crickhowell, dining is an exploration of European flavors, with a menu that thoughtfully caters to vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Whether enjoying a romantic dinner or a leisurely Sunday lunch, guests are treated to locally sourced ingredients and the essence of Welsh culinary traditions.
Bear Crickhowell Restaurant photo
Bear Crickhowell Restaurant photo

Onsite Dining

European with local Welsh influences
Ambiance
Modern, Romantic
Key Offerings
Savor dishes like rarebit on ciabatta with watercress, Black Mountain smoked salmon with horseradish, and tender lamb shank with spring onion mash. A fully stocked bar offers a diverse selection of beverages, ensuring a delightful companion to any meal.
Reservation
Reservations are recommended.
Monday to Saturday: 18:30 - 21:30; Sunday: 12:00 - 14:30

Location

High Street, Crickhowell, United Kingdom, NP8 1BW
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High Street, Crickhowell, United Kingdom, NP8 1BW
Nearby
Bridge
Crickhowell Bridge
250 m
Mall
Nicholls Crickhowell
20 m
11-13 High St
Webbs of Crickhowell
290 m
Church Lane
St Edmund's Church
290 m
Restaurants
Yummy Kitchen
24.2 km
4 Standard Street
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 07:00-11:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP19.95 per person per day. 
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Languages
English, Spanish, Romanian, Welsh
Number of rooms:
29
Questions of the users
About Bear Crickhowell
Are there any twin room options available for booking?
12 November 2024
Twin rooms are available and can be booked directly with the hotel.
Is assistance available for guests with luggage, especially for those staying on the first floor?
18 February 2025
Ground floor rooms are available, and assistance with luggage can be provided.
Can I bring my well-behaved dog with me during my stay?
25 March 2024
Dogs are welcome in the bar area and in most rooms, except for the unique feature and four-poster rooms.
Do you offer dog-friendly accommodation options?
14 April 2024
Yes, dog-friendly rooms are available in the Cosy, Good, and Better categories.
Is there a king room option available for booking?
30 May 2024
For information about king room availability, please contact the hotel directly.
Are there any classic double rooms that feature a bath in the ensuite?
21 June 2025
There is one Classic room with a bath available.
How is the parking situation for hotel residents?
10 August 2024
The hotel has a large car park at the rear for residents and diners, but spaces are not guaranteed.
Is there an option to iron clothes during my stay?
17 September 2025
An iron is available for guests to use, or staff can assist with ironing services.
Is there secure parking available for motorcycles?
24 October 2025
Parking is available on-site, but vehicles are left at the owner's risk.
Can the bathroom described as 'private' be considered an ensuite?
29 December 2024
Yes, bathrooms labeled as private are indeed en suite.
What entertainment options are available at the hotel?
15 January 2024
The hotel does not offer entertainment, but the local area has various pubs and activities.
Does the hotel have outdoor seating available for drinks?
3 March 2025
Yes, a garden area is available for drinks during daylight hours.

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