Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa
About this property
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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Most popular amenities
- Private Parking
- Spa
- Free Wifi
- Fitness center
- 3 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Philip
France
“The location. by the river and close to town centre.” - Joe
United States
“The location is excellent and the terrace provide a nice to relax with a group or casual snack” - Ed
United States
“Everything was great. Room was excellent. Excellent location.” - Karen
United Kingdom
“Hotel was lovely and clean, breakfast was good and staff were always helpful.” - Carla
United States
“The hotel is beautiful. It is old and has a lot of charm. It’s right across the street from the river. The decor is really elegant and colorful and beautiful with bright orange and green velvet couches and chairs. We loved the restaurant decor and...” - Carl
United Kingdom
“Room was gorgeous and we had a great night's sleep. Loved the decor around the hotel.” - Marknr
Saudi Arabia
“Hotel was lovely, room nice and cosy, location great.” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good. Evening meal in restaurant also enjoyable. Staff kind and attentive.” - Huong
Germany
“Beautiful hotel newly renovated, loved the decoration and old inn feel, great staff, was just perfect!” - Amanda
United Kingdom
“Beautifully decorated hotel and got us into the Christmas spirit!”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Room Service (Sunday until 6pm)
- CuisineBritish
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Pen and Cob (Sunday until 6pm)
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Anna's Tearoom
- CuisineBritish
- Open forHigh tea
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.






The fine print
Please note that our Thermal Spa is an additional cost and a Spa booking should be made prior to your visit to avoid any disappointment.