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Reviews of Bear Of Burton

15 - 17 Salisbury Road, Christchurch, Christchurch, BH23 7JG, United Kingdom

#1 of 6 hotels in Christchurch

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Review score

Based on 1453 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    9.5

  • Staff

    9.6

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    10
    1st time in a long time where we felt valued as a customer by staff who clearly loved their jobs.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Very unique with attentive staff.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The quality and standard of my room , bedding and products was really excellent. Lovely comfortable bed and everything spotlessly clean. Decor and furnishings of my room were lovely, with the cute bears popping up in various guises. ie pictures , coasters doorknobs, and best of all the towel art ! Staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious with a good choice. Would thoroughly recommend a stay here , and if I visit Christchurch again will definitely be re booking.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Food was pleasant but not up to scratch for the Pub!

    The location peaceful and quiet,good selection of drink, good service.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    None all Excellent keep prices down and you will get a lot of business so lovely place well done,all staff a big thanks to you all working hard for us Excellent

    Excellent lovely pub beautiful oldy worldy pub the best lovely breakfast cooked beautiful tasty room amazing lovely room well recommended we be back if if us a great deal and will recommend family friends, work colleagues, and any one who ask me about accommodation near Bournemouth area got cards and phone number well impressed we was staff not helpful and so friendly chef amazing cook Excellent room s ace parking Excellent nice surroundings at pub beautiful well impressed by all Excellent thankyou all enjoy our stay and dog 🐕 friendly Excellent made us,so welcome and,at home we'll done,all staff and a big thankyou to you all xsee you soon xxxx

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great relaxing weekend. Definitely will come back.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    9.0
    Fab couple of days, we’d definitely stay again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Beautifully decorated room. We had a family room for extra space. The rooms allow dogs and I was a bit apprehensive it’d smell “doggy” but it didn’t at all and was spotlessly clean. Lovely touches in the room, chocolates, fresh milk in the fridge, coffee machine. Lovely toiletries in the bathroom. They offered 2 free G&T’s too if we’d like them! The breakfast menu was extensive and was delicious. The outside seating area was very extensive with “under cover” options if it rained! Plenty of parking. Staff were very helpful and friendly!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was beautiful.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    n/a

    if you are thinking of staying here, do not hesitate! The Bear exceeded expectations and delivered thar little bit extra. Location was gorgeous, perfect for a visit to the beach and the forest. We very much enjoyed our complimentary gin & tonic outside in the garden listening to the birds in the evening. We were outside again for the included breakfast, which was an excellent full English- and I am somewhat of a connoisseur! The room was fantastic, great size and beautifully put together. We will be hoping to return in the near future!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    10
    Recent 2 night stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was located on the 1st floor which initially proved a little awkward 4 our dogs as they are not used to stairs. However after a little encouragement they managed them. This may need to be given consideration if you have a senior dog with you that suffers with stiff or arthritic joints.

    We stayed at the Bear of Burton for 2 nights. We took along 2 labradors and were put up in a very spacious, clean & comfortable room. We took our own dog bowls, bedding & food but a water bowl, treats & 2 dog toys, that we were allowed to keep, were provided for our fur babies on arrival which was a welcome surprise. This hotel is very dog friendly. We were free to go almost anywhere in the hotel with the dogs & the staff are obviously dog lovers. The cooked breakfasts & the evening meal we had were fabulous. The property is located on the edge of a peaceful village in countryside but is in easy reach of Christchurch & Mudeford Quay by car. We would highly recommend The Bear at Burton.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Nice comfortable stay with unique touches
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff were talking loudly in restaurant/bar area to each about their personal lives and swearing so not very professional even if it was quiet. Not able to swap the free gin and tonic for something my partner likes was a shame as last time we stayed this was allowed. They said it was a cost thing so would have been good to get offered the price difference. However, they would have allowed me to have both the drinks if it wasnt so late when we arrived which is not their fault. I would hope if someone doesn't drink they would be able to swap it for non alcoholic beverage instead as it is a nice touch for a stay that you don't expect and we had forgotten about. Food menu for dinner a bit limited and unexpiring. There was a good set meal deal offer we thought until we found there was not much on the menu that the offer included. We went somewhere else for dinner in the end but I am sure if we ate there the food would have tasted good and been presented well like their breakfast.

    The room was their cheapest option, but comes with things you would expect for a luxury option. Slippers and dressing gowns, coffee pod machine with pods and coffee bags. A fridge with bottle of tap water and real milk not uht. Nice furniture and themed bear rooms. Large towels. His and hers sink. Waterfall shower separate to bath. Dark blackout curtains. You also get a free gin and tonic voucher for each person in the room which is nice touch. Hot Breakfast options really good and look and taste great. Cold options available also nice but bowls for cereal a tad on the small size. Free juice and coffee also offered within the price for breakfast. Free parking and nice indoor and outdoor seating areas

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Everything was excellent. Would highly recommend.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This was a return visit to the Bear, that says it all really. We have family in the area & this has been such a good find for when we're down visiting them. Great breakfast, comfy bed, lovely & quiet. See you next time.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    10
    Absolutely fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Every thing, location, facilities, value for money, cleanliness

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly attentive staff..gorgeous food. Wonderful welcoming atmosphere

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Really good x
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It took a long time for plates to be cleared once finished

    Most things x

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely hotel and pub in a quiet location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Pillows a little hard, room was quite hot. Service was a little grumpy and disjointed at times

    The rooms are so lovely, the location is walking distance from Mudeford. Food was very good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Bit expensive for a pub. Think £130 would be more appropriate

    Food was good, friendly staff, and the free gin and tonic

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    10
    An outstanding place to stay and dine.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing.

    The Bear at Burton is fabulous. We loved the communal areas that were chic and relaxed with areas where you could enjoy the company of friends and also areas such as the library where you could chill, read the papers etc. The decor is cheerful, colourful and smart throughout. The manager and her staff were wonderful, courteous and extremely helpful. We were a group of 11 and everyone loved their bedrooms. A big thank you to Tania and her team.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    10
    Superb pub & small hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing, very impressed by this country pub & small 10 roomed hotel & restaurant.

    Gorgeous decor in bar & rooms,good quality cooking & food.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    As i have said , i can't recommend the Bear more highly. Excellent. Wish i could have stayed longe
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing comes to mind

    I had sausage scrambled eggs black pudding baked beans and toast. Staff, Emma. Was flexible with the menu which was excellent. Only reason i didn't have the full breakfast was i was still podged from the evening meal the night before. Which was so, so tasty.Emma was attentive helpful and obliging. Now that i have been and sampled the Food, rooms and everything that is on offer, i will certainty re book in the coming months. Thanks again Emma. See you soon.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely two night break
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Breakfast very nice. Fresh fruit, cereal, juices etc plus cooked choices.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 April 2024

    10
    Would definitely recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was amazing room very tastefully decorated

    Lovely bed and breakfast would definitely stay there again so friendly Lovely place breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent all round
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Service on arrival was warm and friendly. Service at breakfast was efficient but a bit unsmiling

    Mildly quirky rooms but very pleasant

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Classic Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing we went to a wedding at Sopley, and had once lived in the village for a short time. It was perfect.

    We so enjoyed our breakfasts.

    Stayed in April 2024

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