With a location overlooking the Great Ouse River in Bedford’s town center. Bedford Rail Station is only 1 mile from the hotel, providing 40-minute links to central London. Contemporary 4-star rooms are decorated with signature wall papers. 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. The Bedford Swan also offers a choice of business facilities and event rooms.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.4
Facilities
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
7.8
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
8.0
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was lovely - very nicely decorated Great facilities in the room Very comfortable bed Very powerful shower Great location in Bedford - we were visiting the Higgins and it was 3 mins walk away. Lovely view of the river Excellent value...
  • Sherrie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff rebuka was very friendly and done an amazing job
  • Donald
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, comfortable rooms. Breakfast had excellent variety, was well presented and tasted great. Generally a nicely appointed hotel.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
3 Restaurants On Site

  • Room Service (Sunday until 6pm)
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Pen and Cob (Sunday until 6pm)
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Anna's Tearoom
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      High tea
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa
Great facilities! Review score, 8.3

Most popular amenities
  • Private Parking
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • 3 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not possible) and costs £5 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
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
  • Laptop safe
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Spa
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

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House rules

Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

 

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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

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FAQs about Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa

  • Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa is 1,000 feet from the center of Bedford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Sauna
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area

  • Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa has 3 restaurants:

    • Pen and Cob (Sunday until 6pm)
    • Anna's Tearoom
    • Room Service (Sunday until 6pm)

  • The prices at Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Twin
    • Suite
    • Single