Hotel Bedford Swan Hotel
The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 1RW, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.2/10! (score from 1347 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Great location and stay for a weekend away! Pictures reflect the hotel perfectly, with the decor being really stand out from reception, to the bar, to the hotel room itself. Double room was great size with a gorgeous en suite and was super clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
United KingdomThe hotel was situated in the perfect place near to the embankment and not too far from the shopping area/pubs/restaurants. There is an external bar which unfortunately was quite busy and you had to queue up until a table was available. My room was very nice and clean, although it was a bit too warm the air conditioning was a lifesaver. Breakfast was served quite quickly and very tasty. The staff were extremely friendly and professional and a credit to the hotel.
United KingdomContrasting look and feel inside and out. Beautiful traditional building with dated but traditional features at reception and main building. Then a very modern restaurant with no traditional features at all. Hotel is warm and welcoming, restaurant is cold but vibrant. I am assuming the hotel is in a transition period, but I liked it anyway.
United KingdomRiverside location was fine, and array of food looked very appealing.
United KingdomThe hotel has a nice history which is reflected in the main original building - very ornate and atmospheric.
United KingdomThe breakfast was very good. Our Saturday dinner was excellent and so was all service. The room was comfortable and quiet. Great weekend in Bedford and Bedford Swan hotel.
IcelandView, size of room, hotel features, friendliness of staff, location
United KingdomVery central lots of character , The hotel has obviously a lot of history, but the food they offer has moved with the times very happy with everything , easy safe car parking
GermanyStaff friendliness and attention. We were well looked after. The room was confortable and quiet.
United KingdomLocation very good for town centre. The under cover parking was free for duration of stay.
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With a stunning location overlooking the Great Ouse River in Bedford’s town center.
Bedford Rail Station is only 1 miles from the hotel, providing 40-minute links to central London.
Contemporary 4-star rooms are decorated with rich fabrics, signature wall papers and stylish furniture. All have air conditioning, flat screen LCD TVs and free WiFi internet access is available throughout the hotel.
Pen and Cob, the on-site British brasserie, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.
Full of historic character, The Bedford Swan also offers a wide choice of business facilities and event rooms.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.0 for two-person stays.
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Private parking at the hotel
Loyal Customers
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
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- Guests liked the restaurant
- Some guests said the pool wasn't great
- Some guests said the wellness area could be improved
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- Some guests said extra charges may apply
- Guests appreciated the convenient location
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- Guests enjoyed the central location
See what guests loved the most:
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Megan
United Kingdom“Great location and stay for a weekend away! Pictures reflect the hotel perfectly, with the decor being really stand out from reception, to the bar, to the hotel room itself. Double room was great size with a gorgeous en suite and was super clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.” Read more
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Andrea
United Kingdom
“The hotel was situated in the perfect place near to the embankment and not too far from the shopping area/pubs/restaurants. There is an external bar which unfortunately was quite busy and you had to queue up until a table was available. My room was very nice and clean, although it was a bit too warm the air conditioning was a lifesaver. Breakfast was served quite quickly and very tasty. The staff were extremely friendly and professional and a credit to the hotel.” Read more
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Steve
United Kingdom
“Contrasting look and feel inside and out. Beautiful traditional building with dated but traditional features at reception and main building. Then a very modern restaurant with no traditional features at all. Hotel is warm and welcoming, restaurant is cold but vibrant. I am assuming the hotel is in a transition period, but I liked it anyway.” Read more
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Helen
United Kingdom
“Riverside location was fine, and array of food looked very appealing.”
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Rodney
United Kingdom
“The hotel has a nice history which is reflected in the main original building - very ornate and atmospheric.”
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Oliver
Iceland“The breakfast was very good. Our Saturday dinner was excellent and so was all service. The room was comfortable and quiet. Great weekend in Bedford and Bedford Swan hotel.”
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Stephen
United Kingdom
“View, size of room, hotel features, friendliness of staff, location”
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Carl
Germany“Very central lots of character , The hotel has obviously a lot of history, but the food they offer has moved with the times very happy with everything , easy safe car parking”
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Inigo
United Kingdom
“Staff friendliness and attention. We were well looked after. The room was confortable and quiet.”
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Ivan
United Kingdom
“Location very good for town centre. The under cover parking was free for duration of stay.”
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Bedford Hospital South Wing0.5 miles
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Beadlow Manor Golf & Country Club7.8 miles
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Cainhoe Castle8.1 miles
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Santa Pod Raceway9.3 miles
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Wrest Park9.4 miles
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Kimbolton Castle11 miles
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Wavendon11.3 miles
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The Stables11.7 miles
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Train Flitwick Railway Station9.1 miles
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Train Flitwick Train Station9.2 miles
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Train Woburn Sands Railway Station11.4 miles
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London Luton Airport18.1 miles
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Cambridge Airport27.5 miles
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London Stansted Airport35.2 miles
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Food: British
Open for: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Room Service
Food: British
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Amenities of Bedford Swan Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Pets
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Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Food & Drink
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kids' meals Additional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Secure parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £5 per day.
Services
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Meeting/Banquet facilities Additional charge
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
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RetrySustainability initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel
Sustainability initiatives
These are the steps this property has taken to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel:
- Water cooler/dispenser
- Option to opt out of daily room cleaning
- Option to reuse towels
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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Extra bed by request
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£10 per child, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Bedford Swan Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note, when booking 6 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements will apply.
The hotel is currently under refurbishment until late 2020. The hotel's Spa and leisure facilities are permanently closed.
Smoking is not allowed throughout the property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
FAQs about Bedford Swan Hotel
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Bedford Swan Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Bedford Swan Hotel (subject to availability):
- On-site parking
- Private Parking
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Accessible parking
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Check-in at Bedford Swan Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Room options at Bedford Swan Hotel include:
- Family
- Double
- Twin
- Suite
- Single
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Bedford Swan Hotel has 2 restaurants:
- Room Service
- Pen and Cob Terrace (Weather Permitting)
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Bedford Swan Hotel is 1,000 feet from the center of Bedford.
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The prices at Bedford Swan Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
