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Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Front of property
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Meeting facility

Overview of Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with spa, near St. Paul's Church
8.4 out of 10 Very good
8.4/10 Very good

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Property highlights

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
The price is £83
Price available on 4/6/2023
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The Embankment, Bedford, England, MK40 1RW
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Room service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Conference space
  • Wedding services
For families
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • Heart of Bedford
  • Woburn Safari Park - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • London (LTN-Luton) - 39 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 47 min drive
  • Bedford St Johns Station - 9 min walk
  • Bedford Station - 15 min walk
  • Bedford (XQD-Bedford Train Station) - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 1 min walk
  • The Rose - 2 min walk
  • Albero Lounge - 2 min walk
  • Zizzi - 4 min walk
  • The Kings Arms - 3 min walk
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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 at the spa, and British cuisine is served at Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm), which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this upmarket hotel include a bar/lounge and a terrace. The helpful staff and breakfast get good marks from fellow travellers.

Languages

English

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter

Check-in

Contactless social distancing and check-out
Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Hand sanitiser provided
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 113 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM until anytime
  • Express check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Pets

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

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • On-site self-parking (GBP 5 per night)
  • On-site parking is limited
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site 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
  • 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
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • 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 indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Thermal Spa (from £15 per person). The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm) – This brasserie specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Pen & Cob – This bar only serves light fare. 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

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for GBP 15 per night

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)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These 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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Bedford Hotel Swan
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Hotel Swan Bedford
Swan Bedford
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Swan Hotel Bedford
Bedford Swan Hotel
Bedford Swan & Thermal Bedford
Bedford Swan Hotel Thermal Spa.
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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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
How much does it cost to stay at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.?
As of 30 May 2023, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa. on 4 Jun 2023 start from £83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 per room. 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 spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.?
You can check in from 2 PM - anytime. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa. and nearby?
Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa. has a spa.
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 9-minute walk from Bedford St Johns Station and 16 minutes' walk from Bedford Park. Travellers say that this hotel is in a good location.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.9/10

Cleanliness

8.7/10

Staff & service

7.9/10

Amenities

8.3/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Zara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

John, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

First time at the Hotel
Was the most relaxing time the spa was amazing the staff really helpful
Jacklyn, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Great hotel - Shame about the car parking
Great hotel spoilt by their car parking options. They advertise as having parking on site but in reality when you arrive after 6pm the car park is full of Diners in the Brasserie & people using the spa. I had to park at a council car park about 1/2 mile away Then surprise surprise the car park was half empty by 10pm when the spa & diners returned home but I had already parked elsewhere Funny thing was they tried to charge me £5 for parking when I checked out, which I asked them to refund
Warren, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sneaky weekend away!
Overall we had a great stay. We were in room 244, which was a delux room, it was lovely but quite dark being at the top of the hotel and the view wasnt great, buildings at the back of the hotel. Parking was a nightmare when we arrived as there was a wedding in the hotel, no spaces at all so had to go to a multi-storey that provided overnight parking and then walk back to the hotel. Not ideal!! Our room wasnt serviced after our first night, so we had to ask for additional tea, coffee etc for our room, all provided when we asked. Breakfast, Sunday morning was busy, wedding guests we guessed and Monday morning a little quieter. The hot selection was good, plenty to choose from and all the food was hot, however the cold selection was limited. It would be good to have some granola or muesli, alongside the boxed cereals and the fresh fruit salad was quite limited, on both mornings it appeared that it was just various melons cut up. More healthy options please. We would definately stay again if we were visiting Bedford.
Paula, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Katherine, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Angelo, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fraser, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very good

Disappointed on service in restaurant
An amazing building. Reception team very helpful and friendly. Service in the restaurant at breakfast time needs improving, first day we arrived at 10 am for breakfast , no sausages left , hardly any orange juice. Service for tea and coffee occasional other times serve yourself. Poor on service
Karen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

wayne, 3-night trip
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