Question 1

What advantages do I get when booking direct on your website?

Accepted Answer

Better, Direct offers you the following perks when you book your stay at The Bear direct through our website.
&bull; Best available room in your chosen room category, based on availability assigned at check-in&bull; Best price guarantee with our price match guarantee&bull; +1hr late checkout, based on availability assigned at check-in&bull; Free parking (subject to availability). Please note parking is limited at The Bear and is on a first-come, first-served basis&bull; 10% off day ticket entry to Blenheim Palace (subject to availability)&bull; 10% off shopping at Bicester Village&bull; 10% discount on Oxford Official Walking Tours (subject to availability)Make sure you book direct on our website - it's the only place you'll get all the above.Discover more about Better, Direct here.

Question 2

What time is check-in and check-out?

Accepted Answer

Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at 11am. Guests who have booked directly on our website can check-out until midday.

Question 3

Is there disabled access at The Bear hotel?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please advise if you require an accessible room upon booking.

Question 4

Can dogs stay at The Bear hotel?

Accepted Answer

Yes, The Bear is a dog friendly hotel in The Costwolds. For pet dogs, there is a &pound;15 per dog, per night charge. Please note that dog beds and food are not provided.

Question 5

Does The Bear hotel have a restaurant on-site?

Accepted Answer

Yes, our restaurant is open 7 days a week and serves a selection of modern British cuisine that won't disappoint. We also serve an all day menu from the bar and afternoon tea.  Room service is also available.

Question 6

Does The Bear hotel have car parking for guests?

Accepted Answer

Limited parking is available on site on a first-come, first-served basis, and is complimentary to guests who have booked direct on our website. For guests who have booked using alternative platforms, parking is charged at &pound;5 per night. You can either park in the Courtyard, or in our overflow car park adjacent to the courtyard, located on the other side of the wall. Our car park entrances are to the rear of the Hotel, accessible via Park Lane or Rectory Lane. You can find directions here. Once you have parked your car, please register your number plate with our reception team when checking-in.

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