My wife and I stayed three nights in room 33 at the Bear hotel in January 2022. We had a “good room” which was nicely decorated and spacious with a comfy double bed which came with eight cushions in addition to 4 pillows! Despite it being very cold outside the room was well heated all day. The bathroom was one of the best hotel bathrooms I have had in terms of space and arrangement. The shower over the bath was extremely powerful.There were tea and coffee making facilities in the room and these along with biscuits were replenished each day. Breakfast was included and was served from 7am. It was great with a good choice including a full Welsh breakfast and many other options. Service was excellent. (more…)
Welcome to Crickhowell
Walk out of The Bear Hotel and take a stroll down Crickhowell’s award winning High Street, winning Best High Street in UK in 2019. Take time to explore its unique family-run businesses and boutique shops.
In the Usk Valley
Walk a few minutes downhill, and you’ll reach the River Usk – one of the finest brown trout fisheries in Britain.
Take a gentle amble along the towpath of the Monmouth and Brecon Canal to watch the boats go by. Take some time out and appreciate the unique qualities of our historic town.
The heart of The Brecon Beacons
We’re surrounded by the beautiful Usk Valley and the finest Monmouthshire countryside. You can join the Usk Valley Walk from Crickhowell, which runs North from Caerleon, through Abergavenny, on its way to Brecon.
Those with a keen eye might even spot some rare local flora and fauna, including Falcons, Otters and Kingfishers. The Bear was awarded Silver in The Great Outdoors Magazine Awards Best Walkers Pub Category 2019. When you visit us, you’ll know why.
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What our guests say after 500 years
Best hotel in Crickhowell with very high standards
Stayed for two nights and what a place they have, comfort, very well run, the staff are stand out, the standard of service they deliver is outstanding, the food is very high quality delivered hot and very well presented, bedrooms are comfortable and very well decorated, all in all the best place to eat and stay in Crickhowell, you will not be disappointed, thank you to all staff for a great and relaxing stay.
A fantastic traditional pub with fantastic choice of delicious food. It’s Dog friendly, which is a bonus.