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The Bear and Swan

5.0 star property
Luxury inn in Bristol with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Exterior
Signature Room
Interior
Terrace/patio
Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed
Located in the city center, The Bear and Swan offers a warm welcome with a garden, playground, and free in-room WiFi. Savor British cuisine at the on-site restaurant or unwind with dry cleaning/laundry services. With perks like free self parking and helpful staff nearby guests can feel right at home.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Laundry service
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Why we love this property

Luxurious city inn
Step into this luxury inn nestled in the city centre. The carefully curated decor and tranquil garden create a stylish urban oasis.
Elegant British dining
Experience delectable British cuisine at the restaurant of this inn. Guests can savour a full breakfast and unwind with drinks at the bar.
Restful luxury sleep
Blackout drapes ensure undisturbed slumber in luxury guestrooms. Each space showcases curated, individual decor for a distinctive stay.

Room options

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King Room

King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Signature Room

Signature Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
13 South Parade, Chew Magna, Bristol, England, BS40 8PR

What's nearby

  • Chew Valley Lake - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Ashton Gate Stadium - 14 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Bristol Hippodrome Theatre - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
  • University of Bristol - 18 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Cabot Circus Shopping Centre - 18 min drive - 12.1 km

Getting around

  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 14 min drive
  • Parson Street Station - 11 min drive
  • Keynsham Station - 13 min drive
  • Bedminster Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Malt - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery Maes Knoll - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Stoke Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rising Sun - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pelican Inn - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Bear and Swan

The Bear and Swan is a great choice for a stay in Bristol. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this luxurious inn include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • The host will greet guests on arrival
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekday mornings 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Travelling with children

  • Playground

What to do

  • Fishing nearby

Services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This pub specialises in British cuisine.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 12 per person

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

Bear Swan Inn Bristol
Bear Swan Inn
Bear Swan Bristol
Bear Swan
The Bear and Swan Inn
The Bear and Swan Bristol
The Bear and Swan Inn Bristol

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bear and Swan offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Bear and Swan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Bear and Swan?

Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at The Bear and Swan?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bear and Swan?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

What is there to do at The Bear and Swan and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as fishing. The Bear and Swan also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near The Bear and Swan?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers British cuisine.

What's the area around The Bear and Swan like?

The Bear and Swan is in the heart of Bristol, a short 1-minute walk from Chew Valley.

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The Bear and Swan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with good quality food and some reviewers even mentioned it was one of the best they had. (7 reviews)
  • Food was of good standard, breakfast was very good and staff were friendly and helpful. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

Lovely Stay

Lovely room, spacious, light and modern. It was very clean with a comfortable king size bed and en suite shower. Check-in at the bar was quick and easy. We ate in the bar that evening and had breakfast there the next day. I thought the food was rather expensive and a bit underwhelming, but my husband enjoyed the food. I would definitely stay there again but, maybe, find somewhere else to eat. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved this place and will stay again

Best place I have stayed in and was comfortable clean up to date and food was amazing
Mr r m dalton, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay when I’m here for work in Bristol
Mikki, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice room above quaint pub. USB would have been helpful
Robert, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Soaking wet floor in room, did message hotel but no response after 2 days.
william, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay

Lovely room, we ate at the hotel and the foodwas really good. Excellent location for a stay before an early flight from Bristol Airport. Only 15 mins from airport.
SUSAN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly lovely room, Guy helped us with luggage...overall perfect, would highly recommend
Matthew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So very happy with everything from the minute we entered,
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic stay

Great food, fantastic staff. Good quality room. Great overall stay. Cosy fire.
Lee-Roy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel with a very pretty room. The food was delicious and the staff - Emily in particular - were lovely and very helpful. Very quiet area also.
Mary, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very nice country pub and hotel.

A really impressive stay with great service and friendly staff. The room was beautiful and very comfortable. We had dinner in the restaurant which was of a very high standard. Couldn’t fault it and close to the airport for an early departure. Highly recommended.
Neil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cosy little B&B. Staff, food, service, it was all amazing! Thank you for looking after us
Anne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous

A lovely warm welcome. Helpful and very friendly. Loved the dining room interior and the breakfast was amazing. My room was very comfortable, best shower and bathroom.
Stephanie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

unfortunately we only used it as an ovenight stay for an early flight, so unable to fully comment.
Gareth, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good choice for Bristol Airport

Very happy with our choice. Has character but also all mod cons and spotlessly clean. Staff friendly and helpful
stephen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely soot with great food but some road noise issues in some rooms.
Zoë, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good service
Sarkawet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We had a big beautiful room great value for money lovely and quiet have to pay extra for breakfast tho and the bed mattress was far to hard unfortunately and had to wait a while to get served
Chloe, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

The food and drinks are massively over priced for what you get . £10 for a double jack and coke . . Seriously another 10 and i can buy a litre bottle . Food wasnt great either .
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Short trip to somerset

Booked this place at last minute as previous booking cancelled. Location perfect - right in the centre of the village. Handy for local shops. Room really clean with everything you need. Huge bathroom. Really good shower. Loads of hot water. Restaurant nice. Good choice of food. Excellent service
ELIZABETH, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Lovely country Pub

Parking is provided by the means of a public car park to the rear of the property. Access to the property is via a long gravel path which requires suitcases to be carried. Room access is via very step and narrow steps. Thankfully the manager assisted with the cases to the room. Stay was good, but on departure no staff were available and the property was locked.
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation with fantastic food and service
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Was a bit shocked to have to pay for an extra bed for our daughter
Sarah, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great check in from young man at bar it was 34 degrees incredibly hot our room was so hot he even sourced us a fan 👍 traffic noise is an issue from room as rooms are beside a very busy road . Also blinds in room do not keep out daylight so sleeping was unfortunately an issue for us but very welcoming staff .
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Jonathan, 1-night trip