Bedford Swan Hotel And Thermal Spa

$$$$||View on mapBedford, United KingdomThe Embankment, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 1RW|
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Bedford Swan Hotel And Thermal Spa
The Embankment, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 1RW·View on map
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Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Location8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Staff8.1
Who stays here
Couples53%
Solo16%
Groups15%
Families13%

Overview

Overall Score
Very good
7.7Very good
Location8.9
Free WiFi8.7
Comfort8.5
Cleanliness8.4
Staff8.1
Who stays here
Couples53%
Solo16%
Groups15%
Families13%

4-star historic hotel on the River Great Ouse with a unique thermal spa

Thermal Spa & Wellness

The Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa offers a unique thermal spa experience not found in other local hotels. The spa includes a heated pool, steam rooms, and a sauna, with locker facilities available for guests. Use of the thermal spa requires a separate booking and fee of £20 per person per hour, and the spa also provides access to a fitness center.

Dining

Pen & Cob Brasserie, the on-site British brasserie, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner with a focus on locally sourced ingredients. Anna's Tea Rooms serves a traditional afternoon tea with hand-made pastries and gluten-free options. The breakfast buffet includes locally sourced items, and the hotel also offers special diet menus and kids' meals.

Rooms & Amenities

All rooms at the Swan Hotel Bedford are equipped with air conditioning and flat-screen LCD TVs, with some offering views of the river. The hotel provides accessible rooms and facilities for guests with disabilities, and dog-friendly policies include pet amenities. Electric vehicle charging stations and accessible parking are available on-site.

Location & Nearby

The Bedford Swan Hotel overlooks the Great Ouse River in Bedford's town centre, within 1 mile of Bedford Rail Station with 40-minute connections to central London. Nearby attractions within driving distance include Woburn Safari Park, Silverstone Racecourse, and Whipsnade Zoo. The hotel's prime location also provides scenic river views from the restaurant and bar areas.

Business & Events

The hotel offers flexible event spaces suitable for weddings, business meetings, and family gatherings, with tailored wedding packages available for seamless planning. Meeting and banquet facilities include shared lounge/TV areas and express check-in/check-out services. On-site parking is complimentary for guests who book directly, though spaces are limited and early arrival is advised.

  • Thermal Spa: Unique on-site facility with heated pool, steam rooms, and sauna (extra charge)
  • Dining: Pen & Cob Brasserie using locally sourced ingredients; Anna's afternoon tea
  • Location: Overlooking River Great Ouse, 1 mile from station, 40 min to London
  • Rooms: Air-conditioned with flat-screen TVs; accessible and dog-friendly options
  • Parking: Free parking for direct bookings; includes electric vehicle charging
  • Nearby: Woburn Safari Park, Silverstone Racecourse, Whipsnade Zoo within reach
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of GBP 10.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Year renovated:2009
Number of rooms:127
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Rooms and availability

Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed2 Single beds1 King Size Bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Junior King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

On-site parking lot

Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness center

Spa and relaxation

Spa & wellness center

TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness center

Services

  • Room service
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Cribs
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness center
  • Sauna

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Bedford Swan Hotel And Thermal Spa

💵 Lowest room price 111 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 21.4 mi
🧳 Nearest airport London Luton, LTN

Location

The Embankment, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 1RW
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The Embankment, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 1RW
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The Embankment, Bedford, United Kingdom, MK40 1RW
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