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The Bear Hotel

Property class: 3
Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Wareham hotel

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A bar area with wooden shelves stocked with bottles, a bar counter, and three pendant lights.
A wooden patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by a brick wall and a wooden fence.
A white building with the sign "BEAR HOTEL" and multiple windows.
A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.
A cozy dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a chalkboard menu, and large windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Explore the area

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14 South St, Wareham, England, BH20 4LT
  • Place, St Martin's on the Walls
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset National Landscape
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wareham Town Museum
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a patterned blanket, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden door with a nameplate.

Standard Double Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a desk, a lamp, and a mirror.

Superior Double Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a television, and a bathroom door.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden headboard, white bedding, and patterned pillows. There are two bedside lamps with patterned shades and a clear vase on the nightstand.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, a wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with yellow curtains, and a view of the outside.

Standard Double Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Double Room

  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a window with blue curtains, and a patterned armchair.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room

A bedroom with a large bed, a yellow headboard, a patterned armchair, and a view of buildings through a window.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Wareham

In Wareham .At this Wareham hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dorset National Landscape and 3 miles (5 km) of The Blue Pool and Tea House. Also, RSPB Arne is within 3 miles (5 km) and Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • St Martin's on the Walls - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dorset National Landscape - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Wareham Town Museum - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lulworth Cove - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Durdle Door - 29 min drive - 18.3 km

Getting around

  • Wareham Station - 14 min walk
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Baker's Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪treetops cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mash And Barrel - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Yachtsman - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Thunderbird - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Bear Hotel

Enjoy the free WiFi at this 3-star Wareham hotel
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This 3-star Wareham hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Bear Hotel offers 12 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Bear Hotel to the airport?

The Bear Hotel is 18.9 mi (48-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Bear Hotel?

As of Aug 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Bear Hotel on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $305, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Bear Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Bear Hotel.

How close is The Bear Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 15.5 mi (48-min drive) from Bournemouth Beach and 4.7 mi (11-min drive) from Shipstal Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Bear Hotel offer free breakfast?

The Bear Hotel offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Bear Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Genting Casino Bournemouth (23-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Bear Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in costs GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Bear Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does The Bear Hotel have a pool?

The Bear Hotel does not have a pool.

Does The Bear Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Bear Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Bear Hotel to downtown Wareham?

The Bear Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Wareham.

The Bear Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very relaxing stay with excellent restaurant meals...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Heating in the bedroom was very poor. The staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got a very warm welcome and the hotel is characterful. All the staff were helpful. The food was very good and the breakfast was very enjoyable with quality ingredients. The only thing we didn’t like was that we booked two rooms, one being a twin and of a higher standard than the double. We were offered two of the same lower grade rooms. We were eventually given the second better room which was lovely, but if it hadn’t been available we would have been paying a premium for the lower standard room. Apparently it was something to do with having booked through Expedia??? The amount she had on the system showed that we had paid less than we actually had. I could prove this as I had the email confirmations. an explanation would be welcome .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SAEKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
とても清潔で、朝ごはんも美味しくて、 何よりスタッフさんが皆とっても親切で 温かくて感激しました。 最高でした！またいつか泊まりに行きたい！
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026