About this property

With a location overlooking the Great Ouse River in Bedford’s town centre. 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 particularly 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 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Paige
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location over looking the water , staff really helpful and friendly and a nice gesture of a late check out
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was amazing very spacious large shower separate bathroom the staff was very pleasant and food and drink amazing
  • Marilena
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room that I was given and the helpfulness of the staff member at reception on check in. Liked the new fitness centre and the fact there was a new build and fabulous breakfast.
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Stayed at the hotel a few times. Always had a great experience. Rooms have been upgraded over time and are excellent.
  • Kim
    Australia Australia
    Myra on reception was so helpful, professional and delightful. Loved the decor
  • Stephen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was perfect% everywhere you looked something caught your eye as every detail had been taken care of to make the rooms special and fit the feel of the whole hotel
  • Lynne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent breakfast . Plenty of sit down areas around restaurant and reception area.
  • Brian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location,Room and bathroom very good.Breakfast good.
  • Martha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully decorated, friendly feeling hotel, near the centre, the Higgins museum, the river and lots of greenery. There is a spa, but we did not use it this time.
  • Claire
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I love the interior and the ambiance of this hotel . Have stayed a few times over the years and always had a pleasant time.

Hotel surroundings

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
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • Anna's Tearoom
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      High tea
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

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

Need-to-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.