Bear Hotel By Greene King Inns - 3-Star Hotel in Havant, England

The Bear Hotel dates from the 1800s and has hosted Queen Victoria and Winston Churchill. The building retains original features such as charmingly crooked bar walls and sloping floors. Guests can relax in the Winston Bar, which offers real ales and an open fire.

The hotel offers dog-friendly rooms with dedicated quarantine areas and special amenities for pet owners. Rolo the Dachshund, a frequent guest, has praised the property's welcoming attitude toward dogs. Staff provide water bowls and treats for canine visitors.

Breakfast at the Bear Hotel is highly rated for its quality and generous portion sizes, including a full cooked English option. The à la carte restaurant serves traditional, locally sourced dishes such as lamb shank and beef and ale pie. The bar menu features real ales, wines, and specialty coffees.

The hotel is a 7-minute walk from Havant Rail Station and Havant Bus Station, providing direct connections to Portsmouth and London. Portsmouth and Hayling Island are both 15 minutes away by car, and the A3(M) is a 5-minute drive. Nearby attractions include the Museum of Naval Firepower, Monkey World, and Paultons Family Fun Park.

Rooms include private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee-making facilities, with some rooms featuring stylish leather headboards. The property has free on-site parking for residents and a garden area for relaxing. Families can book family rooms that accommodate two adults and two children with proper beds.

History: Queen Victoria and Churchill were guests

Dog Policy: Dedicated quarantine areas and pet amenities

Breakfast: Highly rated for quality and generous portions

Location: 7-min walk to train and bus stations

Dining: Real ales and open fire in Winston Bar

Nearby: Monkey World and Paultons Park within short drive