Bear Of Burton
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About this property
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a meeting room. Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, free newspapers, wedding services, and a g...
Location
Located in Christchurch, The Bear of Burton is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Poole Harbour. Littledown Sports Center and Boscombe Chine Gardens Mini Golf Course are also worth visiting.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet facilities
Garden
Location
15 - 17 Salisbury Road, Christchurch, Burton, Christchurch, England, United Kingdom
Guest reviews
8.4
Very good
Based on 332 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
2%
Couple
41%
Family
35%
Group
16%
Solo
2%
What guests think
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Bear Of Burton is a characterful pub-with-rooms that guests praise for stylish, well-equipped bedrooms, friendly service, and tasty breakfasts, with a relaxed, homely vibe and dog-friendly touches that create an inviting, comfortable stay.
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What guests think
Bear Of Burton is a characterful pub-with-rooms that guests praise for stylish, well-equipped bedrooms, friendly service, and tasty breakfasts, with a relaxed, homely vibe and dog-friendly touches that create an inviting, comfortable stay.
Rooms are consistently described as comfortable and thoughtfully furnished, often with air conditioning, quality toiletries, coffee machines and extras; a few noted minor issues such as occasional equipment noise, smaller layouts, or streaming-only TV. Food is a strong point, especially breakfast, though a handful of comments mention the 8am start time, occasional overcooking, small portions or bar pricing, and a note about cleaning in part of the dining area. Convenient parking and a welcoming setting make it an easy base for Christchurch, nearby beaches and the New Forest by car; overall, expect a comfortable boutique stay.
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Facilities
Facilities center on the cosy pub/bar and dog-friendly setup; guests appreciate complimentary G&T tokens and good on-site parking. One review requested an EV charger.
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10
Tammy
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
10
Siobhan
14 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely room. Great breakfast. Plenty of parking. Lovely ambience. Would definitely stay again
Lovely room. Great breakfast. Plenty of parking. Lovely ambience. Would definitely stay again
10
Cheryl
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed one night at The Bear and loved it! It’s a beautifully curated boutique hotel with lots of quirky and bear-themed art and accessories in the rooms and restaurant. Our room was immaculately clean, decorated really well with a Nespresso machine, kettle, air con and Dyson fan and a small table and chairs. It also had the largest bathroom we’ve ever had in a hotel with a huge walk in shower with rainfall head plus a bath! One small and unique detail was a voucher for a complimentary gin & tonic in the bar and chocolates (and the gin collection was quite something!). Staff were very good at check-in and attentive in the bar and at breakfast. Breakfast consisted of a cold buffet of pastries, granola, yoghurt, fresh fruit and juices then followed with a cooked-to-order choice. Food was delicious. Only 5-10 minutes from Christchurch harbour and Highcliffe in the other direction. All in all, our stay here was excellent and we would love to return again and would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone.
We stayed one night at The Bear and loved it! It’s a beautifully curated boutique hotel with lots of quirky and bear-themed art and accessories in the rooms and restaurant. Our room was immaculately clean, decorated really well with a Nespresso machine, kettle, air con and Dyson fan and a small table and chairs. It also had the largest bathroom we’ve ever had in a hotel with a huge walk in shower with rainfall head plus a bath! One small and unique detail was a voucher for a complimentary gin & tonic in the bar and chocolates (and the gin collection was quite something!). Staff were very good at check-in and attentive in the bar and at breakfast. Breakfast consisted of a cold buffet of pastries, granola, yoghurt, fresh fruit and juices then followed with a cooked-to-order choice. Food was delicious. Only 5-10 minutes from Christchurch harbour and Highcliffe in the other direction. All in all, our stay here was excellent and we would love to return again and would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone.
10
Jackie
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Lovely rooms, very clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Great place to stay with a dog as you can still have a very nice room can, dogs can eat in the main area with you, they even have blankets for them. Would definitely stay again.
Lovely rooms, very clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Great place to stay with a dog as you can still have a very nice room can, dogs can eat in the main area with you, they even have blankets for them. Would definitely stay again.
10
Lisa
12 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Love the bears everywhere, you get a free G&T each when you stay. The staff are amazing, friendly and efficient.
Love the bears everywhere, you get a free G&T each when you stay. The staff are amazing, friendly and efficient.
10
nicola
13 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay in a lot of hotels being in a national role and this is quite honestly one of my new favourite hotels. They have paid attention to detail and you can tell they have listened to their guests feedback. There is a book giving you lots of information which is really helpful. The bathroom was a little cold but they had provided robes and slippers. The heating was a little noisey but they told you how to overcome this in their book of information, the provided lots of lovely toiletries and gave you the information to purchase. Fresh milk and water in the fridge, little chocolates to go alongside your coffee, a gin measure to take it the bar. Everything is also done very nicely decorating and accessories wise. The rooms are quiet and comfortable. The food in the restaurant is also lovely. I am looking to go back for a visit with the other half so we can make the most of both the hotel and the area. Easy parking with lots of space too.
I stay in a lot of hotels being in a national role and this is quite honestly one of my new favourite hotels. They have paid attention to detail and you can tell they have listened to their guests feedback. There is a book giving you lots of information which is really helpful. The bathroom was a little cold but they had provided robes and slippers. The heating was a little noisey but they told you how to overcome this in their book of information, the provided lots of lovely toiletries and gave you the information to purchase. Fresh milk and water in the fridge, little chocolates to go alongside your coffee, a gin measure to take it the bar. Everything is also done very nicely decorating and accessories wise. The rooms are quiet and comfortable. The food in the restaurant is also lovely. I am looking to go back for a visit with the other half so we can make the most of both the hotel and the area. Easy parking with lots of space too.
10
Donna
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very dog friendly. Lovely staff and well decorated rooms and bar.
Very dog friendly. Lovely staff and well decorated rooms and bar.
10
Kevin
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
10
Karen
25 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely pub and very dog friendly. Delicious food, too.
Lovely pub and very dog friendly. Delicious food, too.
10
Brenda
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
warm welcome. Lovely room. Very comfortable bed. air conditioning. free drink with meal. Really good breakfast. Highly recommend
warm welcome. Lovely room. Very comfortable bed. air conditioning. free drink with meal. Really good breakfast. Highly recommend
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is consistently praised, with many describing rooms and bathrooms as spotless. A few noted minor maintenance or deep-clean issues in some areas.
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Mandy
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
10
Rebecca
16 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Comfy, clean, spacious room. Breakfast was great, always cooked perfectly. The pub itself is lovely and the room I stayed in was beautifully decorated. I would definitely stay again!
Comfy, clean, spacious room. Breakfast was great, always cooked perfectly. The pub itself is lovely and the room I stayed in was beautifully decorated. I would definitely stay again!
10
Sally
18 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing room very clean
Amazing room very clean
10
Suzanne
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent room and bathroom. Spotlessly clean and lovely fresh linens. Many amenities in the room. Nespresso, teas, milk, water, chocolates. Room even had air conditioning! Good evening meal and breakfast two. Lovely decor all over.
Excellent room and bathroom. Spotlessly clean and lovely fresh linens. Many amenities in the room. Nespresso, teas, milk, water, chocolates. Room even had air conditioning! Good evening meal and breakfast two. Lovely decor all over.
8
Gillian
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent breakfast, good options, friendly efficient staff comfortable room with good facilities. Some areas of dining space were in need of cleaning. Overall a good experience.
Excellent breakfast, good options, friendly efficient staff comfortable room with good facilities. Some areas of dining space were in need of cleaning. Overall a good experience.
10
Susan
7 Sept 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely property nicely refurbished with clean, comfortable bed and bathrooms. Would be happy to return.
Lovely property nicely refurbished with clean, comfortable bed and bathrooms. Would be happy to return.
10
Sharman
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed at The Bear a few years ago when it had just refurbished it has become slightly worn and tired. Cushion in the room was old and stained. The coffee table was wobbly. The bathroom was very and good towels toiletries etc.,excellant. Dinner and breakfst great.
Stayed at The Bear a few years ago when it had just refurbished it has become slightly worn and tired. Cushion in the room was old and stained. The coffee table was wobbly. The bathroom was very and good towels toiletries etc.,excellant. Dinner and breakfst great.
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Jan
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The property is looking tired and could do with a deep clean and some updating/ decorating but overall a very enjoyable stay, would definitely stay there again
The staff were very attentive and nothing was too much trouble. The property is looking tired and could do with a deep clean and some updating/ decorating but overall a very enjoyable stay, would definitely stay there again
10
Chris
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent hotel, good food, comfy, clean rooms and great location
An excellent hotel, good food, comfy, clean rooms and great location
10
Shem
6 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Amazing rooms, well presented and comfortable Lovely Breakfast and all Staff very polite
Amazing rooms, well presented and comfortable Lovely Breakfast and all Staff very polite
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Rooms
Rooms are stylish, comfortable and well equipped (air conditioning, coffee machines, quality toiletries, sometimes standalone baths). Some mention small layouts, occasional equipment noise, worn items or streaming-only TV.
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Lesley
8 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good things: lovely room & bathroom. Drink on them on arrival which was a lovely touch. Only downside was a droning noise at night coming from some power source, which made it difficult to sleep before about midnight when it stopped. It started again at 7.30am. We were in Delcombe room. Mixed breakfasts: my husbands full english he said was very good but my dippy eggs were not runny & my smashed avocado was overwhelmed with tomatoes, so much so that the sour dough toast was very soggy. Howevet i only had to ask for a normal piece of toast & it arrived in replacement quickly. We enjoyed our stay on the whole but wouldnt stay again because of breakfast & the noisy room.
Good things: lovely room & bathroom. Drink on them on arrival which was a lovely touch. Only downside was a droning noise at night coming from some power source, which made it difficult to sleep before about midnight when it stopped. It started again at 7.30am. We were in Delcombe room. Mixed breakfasts: my husbands full english he said was very good but my dippy eggs were not runny & my smashed avocado was overwhelmed with tomatoes, so much so that the sour dough toast was very soggy. Howevet i only had to ask for a normal piece of toast & it arrived in replacement quickly. We enjoyed our stay on the whole but wouldnt stay again because of breakfast & the noisy room.
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Mandy
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
8
Thomas
29 Apr 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice hotel. Small room but well appointed. Bed is small if you are tall. Breakfast good quality, small portions.
Nice hotel. Small room but well appointed. Bed is small if you are tall. Breakfast good quality, small portions.
10
Andrew
9 Feb 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very well appointed and comfortable room. Great breakfast. Only downside was lack of TV service in the room - you have to stream from your own device (which we couldn’t get to work). WiFi speeds very good.
Very well appointed and comfortable room. Great breakfast. Only downside was lack of TV service in the room - you have to stream from your own device (which we couldn’t get to work). WiFi speeds very good.
10
Suzanne
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent room and bathroom. Spotlessly clean and lovely fresh linens. Many amenities in the room. Nespresso, teas, milk, water, chocolates. Room even had air conditioning! Good evening meal and breakfast two. Lovely decor all over.
Excellent room and bathroom. Spotlessly clean and lovely fresh linens. Many amenities in the room. Nespresso, teas, milk, water, chocolates. Room even had air conditioning! Good evening meal and breakfast two. Lovely decor all over.
10
Sharman
11 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stayed at The Bear a few years ago when it had just refurbished it has become slightly worn and tired. Cushion in the room was old and stained. The coffee table was wobbly. The bathroom was very and good towels toiletries etc.,excellant. Dinner and breakfst great.
Stayed at The Bear a few years ago when it had just refurbished it has become slightly worn and tired. Cushion in the room was old and stained. The coffee table was wobbly. The bathroom was very and good towels toiletries etc.,excellant. Dinner and breakfst great.
10
Ian
7 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I stay away from home a lot and book different venues. This has to be the best room/ensuite I have stayed in so far in 2024 (now in October). Room was lovely, bed was super comfortable. There was a desk to work at in the room, wardrode for hanging clothes, good sized TV on the wall, chairs next to an easy table, wall fitted aircon unit. Ensuite was a great size, with a sensor night light so you did not have to turn on main light in ensuite. Breakfast does not start until 8am, but they do offer a continental breakfast if you have to leave early.
I stay away from home a lot and book different venues. This has to be the best room/ensuite I have stayed in so far in 2024 (now in October). Room was lovely, bed was super comfortable. There was a desk to work at in the room, wardrode for hanging clothes, good sized TV on the wall, chairs next to an easy table, wall fitted aircon unit. Ensuite was a great size, with a sensor night light so you did not have to turn on main light in ensuite. Breakfast does not start until 8am, but they do offer a continental breakfast if you have to leave early.
10
Matthew
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant time here. The hotel is beautiful. Our room was huge and had loads of useful things like water in the fridge, a fan, iron and ironing board, air con. We ate dinner there which was lovely and very reasonable. Drinks in the bar whilst playing scrabble was a fun evening too! Breakfast was really good, lots of choice and very tasty. It was super dog friendly and we loved seeing the dogs getting their sausages in the morning! All the staff were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back!
We had a brilliant time here. The hotel is beautiful. Our room was huge and had loads of useful things like water in the fridge, a fan, iron and ironing board, air con. We ate dinner there which was lovely and very reasonable. Drinks in the bar whilst playing scrabble was a fun evening too! Breakfast was really good, lots of choice and very tasty. It was super dog friendly and we loved seeing the dogs getting their sausages in the morning! All the staff were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back!
10
Kerri
5 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful stay in the Goldilocks room, room was well decorated and very comfortable. We had the room with the bath in which was stunning, great selection of amenities for the bath too. Our dog did come for the stay too (which was £20 extra) and it was very easy to get out in the night if they needed a toilet trip. Dinner was superb as was breakfast (cooked to order) I would honestly say no complaints at all about the whole stay, perfect birthday/babymoon trip for us - thanks!
Beautiful stay in the Goldilocks room, room was well decorated and very comfortable. We had the room with the bath in which was stunning, great selection of amenities for the bath too. Our dog did come for the stay too (which was £20 extra) and it was very easy to get out in the night if they needed a toilet trip. Dinner was superb as was breakfast (cooked to order) I would honestly say no complaints at all about the whole stay, perfect birthday/babymoon trip for us - thanks!
10
Brenda
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
warm welcome. Lovely room. Very comfortable bed. air conditioning. free drink with meal. Really good breakfast. Highly recommend
warm welcome. Lovely room. Very comfortable bed. air conditioning. free drink with meal. Really good breakfast. Highly recommend
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Service
Service is repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming and helpful across the property.
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Alethea
7 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a lovely place to stay. Professional but friendly and relaxed staff. Lovely breakfast and rooms very comfortable and have everything you need. Thank you for a lovely staff Alethea and Graham
This was a lovely place to stay. Professional but friendly and relaxed staff. Lovely breakfast and rooms very comfortable and have everything you need. Thank you for a lovely staff Alethea and Graham
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Tony
3 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
All staff extremely friendly and helpful. Lovely welcome. Great room and lovely breakfast. Would definitely recommend and stay again 👍
All staff extremely friendly and helpful. Lovely welcome. Great room and lovely breakfast. Would definitely recommend and stay again 👍
10
Anna
15 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Really great hotel. They guy running front of house was amazing, super friendly and really helpful. Honestly made me think I'd stay again due to him! The hotel was really nicely furnished, super clean, great in room facilities and the breakfast was really nice.
Really great hotel. They guy running front of house was amazing, super friendly and really helpful. Honestly made me think I'd stay again due to him! The hotel was really nicely furnished, super clean, great in room facilities and the breakfast was really nice.
10
David
29 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
A great friendly hotel with hard working staff
A great friendly hotel with hard working staff
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Martyn
16 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a very good one night stay with a very good evening meal The whole place gives off a very good relaxing atmosphere Lovely friendly and very efficient staff Loved every minute of our short stay our room was great We will be back Martyn
We had a very good one night stay with a very good evening meal The whole place gives off a very good relaxing atmosphere Lovely friendly and very efficient staff Loved every minute of our short stay our room was great We will be back Martyn
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nicola
13 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I stay in a lot of hotels being in a national role and this is quite honestly one of my new favourite hotels. They have paid attention to detail and you can tell they have listened to their guests feedback. There is a book giving you lots of information which is really helpful. The bathroom was a little cold but they had provided robes and slippers. The heating was a little noisey but they told you how to overcome this in their book of information, the provided lots of lovely toiletries and gave you the information to purchase. Fresh milk and water in the fridge, little chocolates to go alongside your coffee, a gin measure to take it the bar. Everything is also done very nicely decorating and accessories wise. The rooms are quiet and comfortable. The food in the restaurant is also lovely. I am looking to go back for a visit with the other half so we can make the most of both the hotel and the area. Easy parking with lots of space too.
I stay in a lot of hotels being in a national role and this is quite honestly one of my new favourite hotels. They have paid attention to detail and you can tell they have listened to their guests feedback. There is a book giving you lots of information which is really helpful. The bathroom was a little cold but they had provided robes and slippers. The heating was a little noisey but they told you how to overcome this in their book of information, the provided lots of lovely toiletries and gave you the information to purchase. Fresh milk and water in the fridge, little chocolates to go alongside your coffee, a gin measure to take it the bar. Everything is also done very nicely decorating and accessories wise. The rooms are quiet and comfortable. The food in the restaurant is also lovely. I am looking to go back for a visit with the other half so we can make the most of both the hotel and the area. Easy parking with lots of space too.
10
Jenifer
28 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay at the Bear of Burton. We treated our sons and their partners to an evening meal and overnight stay. The whole evening was great. The atmosphere was perfect. The staff were all extremely helpful, and our rooms were delightful. I can’t fault the meal, the service, the room or the lovely breakfast. I would recommend a stay here.
Lovely stay at the Bear of Burton. We treated our sons and their partners to an evening meal and overnight stay. The whole evening was great. The atmosphere was perfect. The staff were all extremely helpful, and our rooms were delightful. I can’t fault the meal, the service, the room or the lovely breakfast. I would recommend a stay here.
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Alison
31 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, wish we lived nearer for the food and events. Staff all friendly and professional. Thanks for a great stay.
Great place to stay, wish we lived nearer for the food and events. Staff all friendly and professional. Thanks for a great stay.
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Richard
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great friendly staff
Great friendly staff
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Kevin
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
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Location
Quiet, rural-feel base that is convenient for Christchurch, local beaches and the New Forest, especially by car. Some guests also found it within reasonable reach of the train station and town.
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Simon
14 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place, really good staff, excellent food, very nice pub and room and location.
Great place, really good staff, excellent food, very nice pub and room and location.
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Mandy
22 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
We stayed in the Goldilocks room the room was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed... The bed was clean, but we could feel a couple of springs when lying down. Breakfast first morning was a 6/10 the bread looked and tasted cheap. The bacon was streaky and fatty. Second morning the bread was better quality but bacon still streaky and fatty 7/10. There is lots to do in the local area including the New Forest and a short drive to sea.
10
Tammy
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
10
Lisa
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location a short drive from a beach we found. There isn’t a lot near the hotel but it is accessible to the surrounding areas for visiting places by car or bike. The room was large and had aircon plus a huge Dyson fan which was a plus in the heatwave. King size bed and double aspect and tastefully furnished with tea, coffee and water. Couldn’t fault the room. We ate in the restaurant ( outside dining) which was great but I booked prior to arrival. The food was average, we had a steak which was overcooked. The staff were lovely and couldn’t fault them. Would definitely stay again and highly recommended.
Great location a short drive from a beach we found. There isn’t a lot near the hotel but it is accessible to the surrounding areas for visiting places by car or bike. The room was large and had aircon plus a huge Dyson fan which was a plus in the heatwave. King size bed and double aspect and tastefully furnished with tea, coffee and water. Couldn’t fault the room. We ate in the restaurant ( outside dining) which was great but I booked prior to arrival. The food was average, we had a steak which was overcooked. The staff were lovely and couldn’t fault them. Would definitely stay again and highly recommended.
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Cheryl
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed one night at The Bear and loved it! It’s a beautifully curated boutique hotel with lots of quirky and bear-themed art and accessories in the rooms and restaurant. Our room was immaculately clean, decorated really well with a Nespresso machine, kettle, air con and Dyson fan and a small table and chairs. It also had the largest bathroom we’ve ever had in a hotel with a huge walk in shower with rainfall head plus a bath! One small and unique detail was a voucher for a complimentary gin & tonic in the bar and chocolates (and the gin collection was quite something!). Staff were very good at check-in and attentive in the bar and at breakfast. Breakfast consisted of a cold buffet of pastries, granola, yoghurt, fresh fruit and juices then followed with a cooked-to-order choice. Food was delicious. Only 5-10 minutes from Christchurch harbour and Highcliffe in the other direction. All in all, our stay here was excellent and we would love to return again and would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone.
We stayed one night at The Bear and loved it! It’s a beautifully curated boutique hotel with lots of quirky and bear-themed art and accessories in the rooms and restaurant. Our room was immaculately clean, decorated really well with a Nespresso machine, kettle, air con and Dyson fan and a small table and chairs. It also had the largest bathroom we’ve ever had in a hotel with a huge walk in shower with rainfall head plus a bath! One small and unique detail was a voucher for a complimentary gin & tonic in the bar and chocolates (and the gin collection was quite something!). Staff were very good at check-in and attentive in the bar and at breakfast. Breakfast consisted of a cold buffet of pastries, granola, yoghurt, fresh fruit and juices then followed with a cooked-to-order choice. Food was delicious. Only 5-10 minutes from Christchurch harbour and Highcliffe in the other direction. All in all, our stay here was excellent and we would love to return again and would definitely recommend this beautiful hotel to anyone.
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Brian
5 Apr 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
All the staff were extremely helpful and the hotel was ideal for our 3 night stay. The room we had was very comfortable and the restaurant was also very good. Avon beach, Mudeford, Hengistbury Head and the town of Christchurch were all within easy reach, a few minutes by car.
All the staff were extremely helpful and the hotel was ideal for our 3 night stay. The room we had was very comfortable and the restaurant was also very good. Avon beach, Mudeford, Hengistbury Head and the town of Christchurch were all within easy reach, a few minutes by car.
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Mark
4 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel! Beautiful rooms, lovely location, excellent breakfast and great service. We booked pet friendly room and it was beautiful with little bowl and treats on arrival for our boy! Which was a lovely surprise
Lovely hotel! Beautiful rooms, lovely location, excellent breakfast and great service. We booked pet friendly room and it was beautiful with little bowl and treats on arrival for our boy! Which was a lovely surprise
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Karen
24 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The Bear of Burton was an absolutely amazing place to stay. Was in Ramsdown room which was the most beautiful and comfortable room I have ever stayed in with cute bear details! Easy walking distance from Christchurch train station (1.6 miles) and to sites around the town. DInner and breakfasts were fantastic and delicious! Best gin and tonics. Bed was comfortable and property was quiet. Had the best rest of my trip here and was sad to leave the luxury room and food. Location also holds craft morning once a month with local crafters showing and selling handmade wares during breakfast. Got some Christmas and baby gifts done before heading out. Absolutely wonderful stay, 10 of 10 and I will return in future!
The Bear of Burton was an absolutely amazing place to stay. Was in Ramsdown room which was the most beautiful and comfortable room I have ever stayed in with cute bear details! Easy walking distance from Christchurch train station (1.6 miles) and to sites around the town. DInner and breakfasts were fantastic and delicious! Best gin and tonics. Bed was comfortable and property was quiet. Had the best rest of my trip here and was sad to leave the luxury room and food. Location also holds craft morning once a month with local crafters showing and selling handmade wares during breakfast. Got some Christmas and baby gifts done before heading out. Absolutely wonderful stay, 10 of 10 and I will return in future!
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Kevin
9 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
Lovely rural setting, very clean & tidy. Nice idea to offer complimentary G&T. Good food. The GM was very welcoming checking me in and showing me my room. The GM was also on duty for breakfast service and accommodated my need to leave early. Can recommend,
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Chris
12 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
An excellent hotel, good food, comfy, clean rooms and great location
An excellent hotel, good food, comfy, clean rooms and great location
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Dining
Breakfast and meals are widely praised for quality and choice. Minor drawbacks mentioned include the 8am breakfast start, occasional overcooking, small portions or bar pricing, and a note about cleaning in part of the dining area.
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Tammy
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
Good availability for parking, but car park could do with being resurfaced. Easy to check in and room was nice - very comfortable bed, a few quirks in the bathroom with a very low mirror over the sink that has you bent over to use and you can’t open the window to let out the steam. We had breakfast and dinner whilst here. Both meals were excellent- good choice and very tasty. Good selection of drinks as well. Was a good base for a visit to the area and would recommend
10
Lisa
13 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location a short drive from a beach we found. There isn’t a lot near the hotel but it is accessible to the surrounding areas for visiting places by car or bike. The room was large and had aircon plus a huge Dyson fan which was a plus in the heatwave. King size bed and double aspect and tastefully furnished with tea, coffee and water. Couldn’t fault the room. We ate in the restaurant ( outside dining) which was great but I booked prior to arrival. The food was average, we had a steak which was overcooked. The staff were lovely and couldn’t fault them. Would definitely stay again and highly recommended.
Great location a short drive from a beach we found. There isn’t a lot near the hotel but it is accessible to the surrounding areas for visiting places by car or bike. The room was large and had aircon plus a huge Dyson fan which was a plus in the heatwave. King size bed and double aspect and tastefully furnished with tea, coffee and water. Couldn’t fault the room. We ate in the restaurant ( outside dining) which was great but I booked prior to arrival. The food was average, we had a steak which was overcooked. The staff were lovely and couldn’t fault them. Would definitely stay again and highly recommended.
10
ANDREW
31 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
A great boutique style hotel. We came at Christmas and it was beautifully decorated through out. The rooms are equipped with quality items and it is a real place to relax. The breakfasts were amazing and the evening menu was varied and high quality. We will be back!
A great boutique style hotel. We came at Christmas and it was beautifully decorated through out. The rooms are equipped with quality items and it is a real place to relax. The breakfasts were amazing and the evening menu was varied and high quality. We will be back!
10
Ian
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Everything superb again, albeit the breakfast was a little well done for my liking. I also think the bar food prices are a little pricey, but the quality of food was good.
Everything superb again, albeit the breakfast was a little well done for my liking. I also think the bar food prices are a little pricey, but the quality of food was good.
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Sharon
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in a comfort room. Great idea to keep some rooms pet free, which ours was.Good range of quality toiletries provided. The curtains were long, thick and lined, so not woken by the early morning light. We live in a village with very little light pollution so bright light in a morning can be a problem. Room has bluetooth speaker so able to play our own music, It also has a coffee maker. Dinner was excellent. Simple food brilliantly executed +served really hot. Breakfast next morning was also wonderful. Plenty of choice + good quality. We stayed mid week, so no issues over noise. The hotel is a wedding venue, so could be an issue at the weekend. Our room overlooked the deck + again may not have been so tranquil in warmer weather if guests were drinking + chatting on the deck until late. All in all would not hesitate to stay there again. One suggestion would be to have a couple of small comfortable chairs in the room. to relax in, as you had to sit on bed. Room had a free standing full length mirror when wardrobe had one too?. Only criticism would be that the tel no on the website gave a message after 6.00 pm saying that the tel is only on 8.00 until 6.00. Transpired the call had gone through to Fullers. Guests should be able to call the hotel direct + talk to reception.
We stayed in a comfort room. Great idea to keep some rooms pet free, which ours was.Good range of quality toiletries provided. The curtains were long, thick and lined, so not woken by the early morning light. We live in a village with very little light pollution so bright light in a morning can be a problem. Room has bluetooth speaker so able to play our own music, It also has a coffee maker. Dinner was excellent. Simple food brilliantly executed +served really hot. Breakfast next morning was also wonderful. Plenty of choice + good quality. We stayed mid week, so no issues over noise. The hotel is a wedding venue, so could be an issue at the weekend. Our room overlooked the deck + again may not have been so tranquil in warmer weather if guests were drinking + chatting on the deck until late. All in all would not hesitate to stay there again. One suggestion would be to have a couple of small comfortable chairs in the room. to relax in, as you had to sit on bed. Room had a free standing full length mirror when wardrobe had one too?. Only criticism would be that the tel no on the website gave a message after 6.00 pm saying that the tel is only on 8.00 until 6.00. Transpired the call had gone through to Fullers. Guests should be able to call the hotel direct + talk to reception.
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Gillian
22 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent breakfast, good options, friendly efficient staff comfortable room with good facilities. Some areas of dining space were in need of cleaning. Overall a good experience.
Excellent breakfast, good options, friendly efficient staff comfortable room with good facilities. Some areas of dining space were in need of cleaning. Overall a good experience.
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Stuart
10 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic service, food and drink. Room was fabulous and well resourced. My only very slight issue was that breakfast did not start until 8am, in saying that the continental breakfast the night before for us was excellent.
Fantastic service, food and drink. Room was fabulous and well resourced. My only very slight issue was that breakfast did not start until 8am, in saying that the continental breakfast the night before for us was excellent.
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Kristian
2 Dec 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Such a lovely place with a good vibe. It’s like a homely feel rather than your usual hotel feel. And omg….dipping eggs for breakfast, wow!!!
Such a lovely place with a good vibe. It’s like a homely feel rather than your usual hotel feel. And omg….dipping eggs for breakfast, wow!!!
10
John
21 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great place, stayed one night, really comfortable bed. Really great evening meal, and breakfast.
Great place, stayed one night, really comfortable bed. Really great evening meal, and breakfast.
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Matthew
12 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a brilliant time here. The hotel is beautiful. Our room was huge and had loads of useful things like water in the fridge, a fan, iron and ironing board, air con. We ate dinner there which was lovely and very reasonable. Drinks in the bar whilst playing scrabble was a fun evening too! Breakfast was really good, lots of choice and very tasty. It was super dog friendly and we loved seeing the dogs getting their sausages in the morning! All the staff were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back!
We had a brilliant time here. The hotel is beautiful. Our room was huge and had loads of useful things like water in the fridge, a fan, iron and ironing board, air con. We ate dinner there which was lovely and very reasonable. Drinks in the bar whilst playing scrabble was a fun evening too! Breakfast was really good, lots of choice and very tasty. It was super dog friendly and we loved seeing the dogs getting their sausages in the morning! All the staff were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely be back!
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Philip
24 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay, good food and stylish rooms.
Great place to stay, good food and stylish rooms.
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Philippa
21 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Friendly staff lovely venue, second visit and would definitely return
Friendly staff lovely venue, second visit and would definitely return
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Sally
1 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A really pleasurable overnight stay at The Bear. Katie who checked me in was extremely pleasant and efficient. My room was very clean and comfortable. The terrace was a perfect place to sit and have a drink in the afternoon sun. I'd booked for dinner and the food was excellent. Katie and the two other bar/restaurant staff were friendly, attentive and professional. I will be recommending the hotel to friends and would not hesitate to visit there again in the future.
A really pleasurable overnight stay at The Bear. Katie who checked me in was extremely pleasant and efficient. My room was very clean and comfortable. The terrace was a perfect place to sit and have a drink in the afternoon sun. I'd booked for dinner and the food was excellent. Katie and the two other bar/restaurant staff were friendly, attentive and professional. I will be recommending the hotel to friends and would not hesitate to visit there again in the future.
10
Holly
9 Jun 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved our stay the breakfast was wonderful, room was lovely and spacious great bathroom and the staff were friendly and helpful! Definitely stay again
Loved our stay the breakfast was wonderful, room was lovely and spacious great bathroom and the staff were friendly and helpful! Definitely stay again
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Carl
8 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice place, pub, restaurant, hotel - all really good, clean, staff friendly and tge bed was really comfortable.
Really nice place, pub, restaurant, hotel - all really good, clean, staff friendly and tge bed was really comfortable.
Property policies
Check-in
Check-out
From 15:00 to 21:00
Before 11:00
FAQs about Bear Of Burton
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Yes, a free cooked-to-order breakfast is provided.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 21:00, and check-out is at 11:00.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is located in Christchurch, in a rural area, close to Poole Harbour and Sandbanks Beach. It is also near New Forest National Park and Bournemouth Beach.
Are children allowed at the hotel?
Yes, children are welcome at the property.
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