Spent three nights at The Bear whilst visiting the area for an Autumn break. Perfect location for visiting the Etches collection, Arne nature reserve and the coast. Lovely decor in the room, very comfy and cosy bed, good quality teas abd coffees provided. We stayed in Fozzie room which was towards the back and very quiet overnight. We used the Autumn offer and had one discounted meal and free bottle of wine. The food was excellent. Also one of the best hotel breakfasts we've had. All the staff we met were so friendly and welcoming, thank you and we will definitely return!

We weren’t staying at the hotel, but had dinner here on a Sunday night during a trip to Wareham/Ridge for my brother’s birthday. The staff were friendly and attentive on arrival, and we felt well looked after. No sign of Chef Carmy but I assume he was busy at the pass. The food was all delicious! I had the pork belly and it was some of the best I can remember having! Nice and crispy on the fat side, not too fatty, and not too oily or chewy. Just perfect overall, and topped with an amazing salsa verde! The accompanying potatoes and veg were also delicious. Everyone else’s meals were excellent, came exactly as asked, and were all well portioned and flavourful. I’d politely recommend The Bear to anyone visiting Wareham, and will be back if I’m ever down in these parts again.

The staff could not be more attentive! The rooms are excellent and the bathrooms are superb. Breakfast was to die for… with Five Star hospitality, excellent accommodation, delicious food, and located in the heart of this beautiful town, we could not have had a better mini-break. Thank you to the Staff at The Bear. If I could, I would have given Six Stars.

My wife and I booked a table for Sunday lunch. The service was brilliant, staff are polite and friendly and try their best to do a good job. My wife had a traditional Sunday roast and I had chargrilled sea bass, both followed by apple crumble and ice cream. Orders were taken shortly after we arrived with our meals arriving shortly after. Both meals were cooked to perfection and were piping hot. Tables were cleared quickly and our dessert order was taken. Every aspect of the service was 1st class. Many thanks to the staff & chefs for a lovely Sunday lunch. Easiest 5* review for a long time. Please see my pictures. 👍🙂