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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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Russell
Singapore Singapore
As always a wonderful stay. The room is extremely comfortable and it’s exactly what I would imagine a stay in a UK countryside pub would be like. Staff are very helpful and friendly - the whole experience is excellent value for money. Russell...
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Large room overlooking town square,bathroom slightly dated.Good breakfast Bar really good atmosphere beer excellent quality
Neil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff were superb. Nothing was too much trouble. The hotel has wonderful character. Breakfasts were excellent.
J
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Quiet, restful night in a very comfortable bed, with fresh white linen, duvet and towels., The bedroom is traditionally furnished with a wardrobe ,and chest of drawers, in keeping with the age of the hotel (plus an iron and ironing board),...
Robert
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Nice hotel, breakfast was good. Location for Devizes is excellent.
Sophie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Room was great with a view of the centre of the town. Comfortable bed, warm and nice furniture.
Claire
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff were amazing. Our car broke down and they coned off a space for us. They reserved us another room incase we needed an extra night, which we did. Our room was booked for the extra night but they moved us to a beautiful large room and...
Julie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very nice location in centre of town. Beautiful old building. Friendly, helpful staff. Very clean, comfortable room. Parking available at hotel. Generous breakfast. Generous bathroom supplies. Lovely cotton sheets and towels.
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I liked everything really. I was on my way home from Sidmouth to Luton and I like to stay over at The Bear in Devizes as I have done on many occasions. I got there about 17.00 hrs on Sunday and was greeted with an option of a Christmas Pub Quiz....
Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A large room with an exceptionally comfortable bed. A very nice sized bath. Brilliant breakfast with very friendly staff. The free parking is a bonus. The bus to Bath etc is within 100 m of the hotel entrance.

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Restaurants

1 restaurant on site

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From 14:00 to 21:00
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From 07:00 to 11:00
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