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About this property
Located in Devizes’ town centre, The Bear is within 200 metres of shops and restaurants. Locally sourced produce is served in both the relaxed Bear Grills Bistro. Free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV feature in each room. Ales brewed 150 metres away are delivered by horse and cart to The Bear Hotel and are served in its cosy bars. Live music is played weekly in the soundproofed, 14th-century cellar bar at The Bear Hotel. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside and pretty canalside strolls can be enjoyed just 5 minutes’ walk away, along the Kennet and Avon Canal. Free private parking is provided. With blue panelled walls and a large open-fire, the bistro offers freshly made burgers, char-grilled steaks and vegetarian dishes, as well as a varied children’s menu.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Juliet
United Kingdom
“Traditional features comfortable bed. good food for dinner and breakfast pleasant efficient service all round” - Juliet
United Kingdom
“Situated in a convenient location with lots of character. The staff are delightful and the menu was very varied. The breakfast and evening meals were lovely and we will definitely stay again.” - Marie
Sweden
“Very good good situation for where we needed to go and meet up with family. Devizes also a very nice market town.” - Peter
United Kingdom
“Lovely historic hotel - slap bang in the centre of the town and a perfect base for exploring the area. The staff were very helpful.” - Barbara
United Kingdom
“Central position. Good parking. Excellent breakfast. Lovely staff. Clean rooms. Well serviced. Little extras such as heated towel rail, fan, heater, blankets, ironing board and iron. Didn’t need any of them but they were there in case! ...” - Lee
United Kingdom
“The breakfast choices were excellent, the staff were friendly and very accommodating. The hotel is a lovely old building with original features.” - John
United Kingdom
“Ancient but comfortable and full of features. Perfectly situated.” - Marcus
United Kingdom
“The location was excellent, the hotel was full of charm, the staff were very helpful, the atmosphere was brilliant (the pub always seemed to be busy with lots of regulars)” - Stuart
United Kingdom
“The Bear Hotel is a venerable old pub & hotel facing the market square in Devizes, and it's got plenty of character. The room was very spacious and the amenities were far better than you usually get at pub hotels. We also enjoyed the hot breakfast...” - Simon
United Kingdom
“Great location on the square in Devizes. Staff were really helpful and the food was very nice. Room was basic but clean and tidy. Similarly the bathroom was basic but it was clean and the shower worked well. Free parking round the back a really...”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.



