Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Excellent location!

9.0

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 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • 3 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast Info

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

  • Parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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Guest reviews

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See what guests loved the most:

Lynne
United States United States
“Beautifully situated on the Embankment of River Ouse. Excellent walking score to restaurants and shops.”
Christian
United States United States
“Super clean and well prepared hotel, nice furnishings and all options available.”
Philip
France France
“The location. by the river and close to town centre.”
Joe
United States United States
“The location is excellent and the terrace provide a nice to relax with a group or casual snack”
Ed
United States United States
“Everything was great. Room was excellent. Excellent location.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hotel was lovely and clean, breakfast was good and staff were always helpful.”
Carla
United States 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 United Kingdom
“Room was gorgeous and we had a great night's sleep. Loved the decor around the hotel.”
Marknr
Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
“Hotel was lovely, room nice and cosy, location great.”
Brian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast was good. Evening meal in restaurant also enjoyable. Staff kind and attentive.”

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, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Parking on site
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Free Wifi
  • Fitness center
  • 3 restaurants
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

FAQs about Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa