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4 star

Bedford Swan Hotel, Bedford

The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 1RW
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Rooms from  £66.00 [113 rooms total]
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Guest Rating: 3.8 / 5 3.8 / 5

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About the hotel

The Bedford Swan Hotel is a delightful 18th century hotel located in the centre of Bedford, offering a Roman-style spa and pool.

Only a few miles from Luton Airport, the hotel is also only an hour's drive from the university towns of Oxford, Cambridge. Central London is only 40 minutes by train.

This elegant 4-star hotel, built in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, is one of the most distinctive hotels in the town, overlooking the River Ouse.

The hotel’s facilities are ideal for business and leisure guests looking for an ideal base for a short break to Bedford and surrounding areas.

As a guest, you'll receive complimentary use of the Roman-style pool and spa located on the ground floor of the hotel. The Roman style pool and spa features a swimming pool and jacuzzi, open to residents Monday to Sunday, from 07:00 to 22:00.

The River Room Restaurant, overlooking the River Ouse, serves freshly prepared cuisine in comfortable surroundings. Informal snacks, light meals and refreshments are served in the Lounge Bar, with 24-hour room service also available.

Hotel Facilities

General

  • Restaurant,
  • Bar,
  • Parking ,
  • Breakfast Buffet,
  • Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
  • Heating,
  • Elevator,
  • Non-Smoking Rooms,
  • Newspapers,
  • Free Parking,
  • 24-Hour Front Desk,
  • Safety Deposit Box.

Activities

  • Jacuzzi,
  • Indoor Swimming Pool.

Services

  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Currency Exchange,
  • Internet Services,
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
  • Breakfast in the Room,
  • Room Service,
  • Dry Cleaning.

Hotel Policies

Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Check In / Check Out

  • You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
  • You must check out by 11:00 hours.

Cancellations

If cancelled up to 16:00 on the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.

Extra Charges

VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Deposit

No deposit will be charged.

Children and extra beds

All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children under 16 years stay free of charge for extra beds. All older children or adults are charged 100 % of the room stay per night and person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Payment - We accept

  • Visa,
  • Maestro,
  • Master Card,
  • American Express,
  • Diners Card.
Visa Maestro Master Card American Express Diners Card

Room information

The Bedford Swan Hotel features 104 standard bedrooms and 10 superior bedrooms, all of which are designed with your comfort in mind.

Single Room (Room Only) more info

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Double Room (Room Only) more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Twin Room (Room Only) more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Single Room (Including Breakfast) more info

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Double Room (Including Breakfast) more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Twin Room (Including Breakfast) more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Heating,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Superior Double Room more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Refrigerator,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Superior Double Room (Including Breakfast) more info

Room Interior

Amenities:

  • Trouser Press,
  • Toilet,
  • Tea/Coffee Maker,
  • Safety Deposit Box,
  • Radio,
  • Bath,
  • Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
  • Seating Area,
  • Refrigerator,
  • Telephone,
  • Shower,
  • Work Desk,
  • TV,
  • Hairdryer.

Restaurants and Bars

The locally renowned, elegant River Room Restaurant overlooks the River Ouse and offers a fine choice of English and continental cuisine with a seasonal a la Carte menu complemented by an excellent wine list.

Directions

Hotel Map

By Car:
From Birmingham:
- Follow the M6 to the M1 and continue south to junction 13.
- From the M1 (junction 13), follow the A421 to Bedford, then the A6 and signs to the town centre.
- Once you have crossed the River Ouse, the hotel is immediately on your right.
- Follow the one-way system round the square and turn left down Embankment.
From the A1:
- Follow the A428 to Bedford. Upon reaching the town, turn left at the traffic lights signposted for M1 south.
- Go over the roundabout, then exit at the 1st right down Embankment.

From Cambridge:
- Leave Cambridge on the A1303 and join the A428 towards St. Neots.
- Continue on the A428 until the A1.
- Turn south on the A1 and at the next roundabout take the 2nd exit and continue on the A428.
- At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit and continue into the town.
- At the traffic lights, turn left, signposted M1 south.
- Continue straight over at the next roundabout and then turn right down Embankment.

GPS Co-ordinates:
Latitude: 52.08.06N
Longitude: 0.27.55W

*Directions included in email booking confirmation