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The Bear of Rodborough is a truly unique dog-friendly destination set amidst 300-acres of National Trust land on Rodborough Common in Stroud - dog-walking haven! A former 17th-century coaching inn, The Bear makes the perfect escape from everyday life with its historical ambience.
Expect comfy beds, warm furnishings and a display of exciting and vibrant artwork to provide you with an experience that's more than just a good nights sleep. Walk along the original flagstone floors, unwind in the snug seclusion of one of the armchairs where you can kick back with a good book. The Library is a food lovers dream but without the fuss, offering a splendid country dining experience with seasonally changing menus. In warmer months, you can dine with your pooch at the new Pavillion Garden Bar, in the Bear Bar, or in the Common Room.
Venture outside to the Hotel's Pavillion Garden Bar which offers a real garden party feel with fairy lights, deckchairs and Kilner jars filled with treats, the Pavillion serves drinks and a menu of family favourites with something for everyone to enjoy. Home to the dog-walking community and golf enthusiasts, with a course perfectly positioned in the heart of The Common, The Bear also has another special local grazing nearby. The herd of Belted Galloway's were the first cows to ever roam The Common, and have been cherished as part of the community ever since. And of course, the surrounding Cotswold countryside views are second to none with plenty of walks to explore and scents to be sniffed out on the doorstep!
Highlights
- Stunning Cotswolds countryside location
- AA Rosette award-winning restaurant
- Eco-friendly hotel with Green Tourism Bronze Award
Pooch perks
- Set on 300 acres of National Trust land at Rodborough Common
- Dogs welcome across multiple dining areas inside
- Genuine dog friendly welcome
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Has to be The Bear's super dog-friendly ethos! The staff love welcoming pet guests and will shower your dog with lots of fuss.
The Bear has 46 bedrooms, nine of which are dog-friendly. All of these are spacious double or twin Country House Executive Rooms which sit in the adjoining Country House to the hotel. Each bedroom has been beautifully designed with no room being the same. Expect warm colours, sumptuous rich fabrics with a hint of quirkiness woven in and an eye-catching selection of antique furniture and paintings. Individually designed, all rooms feature unique personal touches that have been subtly added to each one that helps to form their distinctive personality. All have been equipped to provide you with the ultimate refuge after a day of doggie explorations. Simply lie back, stretch out and relax!
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Dine with Your Dog
You can dine with your pet in the Common Room, at the Bear Bar, or on sunny days in the garden in the Pavillion Garden Bar. Expect a real garden party feel with fairy lights, deckchairs and classic Kilner jars filled up with your favourite treats - there's even a retro popcorn machine and slushies for grown-ups! Weather dependent, the Pavillion bar is open daily to serving drinks and a menu of family favourites. If your pooch prefers to relax, they can stay in your room — just remember to leave your Çÿdo not disturb' sign hanging on the door! If you fancy trying some other locally-sourced dishes, stop in at dog-friendly pubs The Old Fleece, Amberley Inn and Prince Albert just a bone's throw away from the hotel! If your dog is happy in the room you could also enjoy country dining at its finest at The Bear's in-house restaurant. Providing good quality food with Great British flair, the seasonal menus are made using nothing but fantastic local produce with something on the menu for everyone.
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The Bear of Rodborough Hotel Reviews
- 243 reviews
- Member since 2003
Stroud, Glos, GL5 5DE
Extremely affordable unique experience
Having been on several short breaks during the last few months, I would like to compliment you on the standard of the hotel buildings and more so, the incredible pleasant and helpful staff across all areas. Our stays this year have all been in the UK and with some of the major brands, none have come close to the personal touches offered by your property.
Reception, bar and restaurant staff all showed a great degree of caring and politeness, something missing on many of our other stays. Poor service and standards have been justified by the impact of the pandemic on the industry which I appreciate has been an issue but not so at your hotel where everything was faultless including the quality and availability of the food.
If I could offer some constructive criticism I would but fortunately for us, I have nothing to highlight.
We re really looking forward to out next visit and hope to manage a two night stay on the next occasion to take full advantage of the surrounding area and your hospitality.
Fab location
On the edge of Rodborough common and the amazing walks this offers, is a very comfortable hotel that is dog friendly. Nothing was too much trouble and the staff were all friendly and helpful.
Love the decor - modern country style.
Will be back soon!
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Please that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to see you again in the near future
Great Weekend Break
We booked one night with friends on a DBB basis. It was super value for money. The room was lovely and clean with a comfortable bed and the food in the restaurant for dinner and breakfast was excellent with nothing too much trouble. Great staff on check-in and in the bar and restaurant. A really lovely stay
Map & Directions
Address
Rodborough Common
Stroud
Glos
GL5 5DE
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Location & Local Attractions
Walks on Rodborough Common are the main attraction with 300-acres of National Trust land to explore, however, there are also other wonderful dog-friendly things to see and do in the broader Cotswold area, such as Cotswold Country Park and Cotswold Water Park. Known for its cafe culture and arts and crafts, Stroud has been nicknamed the 'Covent Garden of The Cotswolds'.
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