Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

Riverfront hotel with restaurant, near St. Paul's Church

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February 2026
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March 2026
Near Bedford Park, the charming Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa offers a warm welcome with its on-site brasserie and coffee shop. Relax on the tranquil terrace or connect to WiFi in public areas. Helpful staff have impressed previous guests who rave about the hotel's location.
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Spa services
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
$129 nightly
$154 total
Feb 22 - Feb 23
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Gourmet british eats
Experience British cuisine at the hotel's restaurant. The bar and cafe provide more options, while English breakfast starts each day deliciously.
Dreamy room design
Blackout drapes create a perfect sleep environment in beautifully curated guestrooms. Each space showcases individual decor for a unique hotel stay.
Work and play perfected
Located in the city center and shopping district, this hotel offers meeting rooms and workstations. Nearby golfing, spa services, and a bar await after work.

Room options

Showing 19 of 19 rooms
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Living area | 43-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
Executive Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Executive Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Executive Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Executive Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Superior Double Room | Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room with Sofa

  • Sleeps 2
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
Bathroom | Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Accessible Room With Wet Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Sofa bed
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Separate tub and shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
The Embankment, Bedford, England, MK40 1RW

What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Church - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bedford Corn Exchange - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bedford Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Priory Country Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 48 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 63 min drive
  • St Johns Station - 10 min walk
  • Bedford Station - 16 min walk
  • Bedford (XQD-Bedford Train Station) - 16 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Albero Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪wagamama - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

Located near a train station, Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa is a great choice for a stay in Bedford. Guests can indulge in spa services and enjoy British cuisine at Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm), which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 113 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • An access fee of GBP 20 per person, per hour is charged to access the Thermal spa. Reservations are required; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (GBP 5 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (3229 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1794
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Spa services
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 43-inch Smart TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

Dining

Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm) - This brasserie specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pen & Cob - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
Anna's Tearoom - Onsite theme restaurant. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs GBP 5 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Bedford Hotel Swan
Bedford Swan
Bedford Swan Hotel
Hotel Swan Bedford
Swan Bedford
Swan Bedford Hotel
Swan Hotel Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Yes. Self parking costs GBP 5 per night. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa and nearby?

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa has spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Yes, Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm) offers British cuisine.

What's the area around Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa like?

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa is located by the river, a short 10-minute walk from St Johns Station and 15 minutes' walk from Bedford Park. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many choices and excellent service. (23 reviews)
  • The spa was a lovely and relaxing environment with various facilities, including a pool, sauna, and steam rooms. (20 reviews)
  • The spa and hot tub were amazing with various well-being jets and steam rooms. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel, clean, staff great
Ann, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The reception staff, were always very helpful and accommodating - nothing was ever a problem. The service from the staff in the restaurant at breakfast was excellent too.
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stay was peaceful, staff was excellent prompt and informative at check in, check in was fast.
Photo taken on front lobby.
Suzanne, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

room clean, young man on reception was helpful as was the young lady. Staff in the lounge were also helpful, although service was a little slow - perhaps it was a busy time around 2.00pm.
Sharon, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recently refurbished. Lovely rooms. Great spa facilities
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel and facilities
Simon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was an excellent hotel with great rooms and breakfast
Richard, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about our 3 night stay at The Swan Hotel Bedford was great. We would certainly consider a further stay.
STEPHEN, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in Bedford, very nice room which has a fridge. Close to everything in Bedford. Will definitely stay again if I'm there again
Y H, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and spacious room. Lovely hotel in a great location
Ian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room spotless & smart decor. Friendly & welcoming receptionist
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Robert, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The room needed some attention for the hotel rate, although was comfortable
Kevin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely old hotel with a horrible modern bar/brasserie where you can’t get a pint of proper beer. Room was ok
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I thought the staff were very professional and helpful. Room was great and the breakfast had lots of choices
Raymond, 6-night trip

2/10 Poor

We wanted to go to an exercise class in the morning and so needed an extra 30 minutes to check out, but they wouldn’t allow it. I don’t like these mean hotels that have no flexibility.
kiyomi, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely room and centrally located. Perfect for our visit to Bedford.
Victoria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Only required the room for one night very clean and staff helpful didn’t require any refreshments
Rod, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay overall was good On third floor was hot in our room We found very poor sign posting to stairs that actually went right down and you could get out of the stairwell! Lift was always busy and very slow!
Gillian, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was clean however 1 of the chairs was badly stained, I reported this to reception who had it changed whilst I was out.
NIGEL, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room hotel is lovely. Terrible parking. Needs more reserved parking for guests as it all gets taken up by people having afternoon tea and meals etc.
STEPHEN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All ok thank you
ALISON, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful room breakfast was fabulous definitely recommend
Tracey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very satisfactory
BRIAN, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was a lovely size, clean and had all the things I’d need. Slight negative is the corridor was loud with alarms kept going off.
Jessica, 1-night trip