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Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

3.0 star property
Bedford hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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In Bedford, Holiday Inn Express Bedford welcomes you with a warm breakfast buffet and dry cleaning services. Enjoy dinner at the on-site restaurant or grab coffee in the lobby while staying connected with free WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Conference centre
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Front desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Blackout curtains
  • Lift
The current price is £55
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Hot Breakfast)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (with Free Hot Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible (with Free Hot Breakfast)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Map
Elstow Interchange A6/A421, Bedford Bypass Junction Bedford, Bedford, England, MK42 9BF

What's nearby

  • Priory Country Park - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Marston Vale Millennium Country Park - 4 min drive - 6.5 km
  • St. Paul's Church - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Box End Park - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Bedford Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • London (LTN-Luton) - 40 min drive
  • Cambridge (CBG) - 56 min drive
  • Kempston Hardwick Station - 7 min drive
  • Ridgmont Station - 9 min drive
  • St Johns Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cottage - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Diya Royal - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪King Cod - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

At Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Woburn Safari Park. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 80 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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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
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
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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
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference centre (721 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Television in common areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 152
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Dining

On-site venue – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in FuturePlus – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Union Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG 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.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 30 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Priory Country Park (3.1 mi) and Box End Park (3.4 mi), along with Wrest Park (8.4 mi) and Woburn Safari Park (10.6 mi).

Are there restaurants at or near Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast selection was good, hot, and fresh with a variety of options. (30 reviews)
  • The property offers ample and safe parking, with some guests noting it as a convenient and free parking area. (6 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and really efficient staff.
Grant, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The person on the front desk was genuinely friendly and the room was great. Breakfast was basic but included so good value.
Carly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great welcome from the staff - they are all so friendly and attentive! Tidy hotel, clean room and a delicious free breakfast Free parking
Barbara, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel fit our needs perfectly as we visited family for Christmas. The staff were very welcoming.
Marc, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room has it had plenty of seating. The staff were excellent, friendly and welcoming.
Colin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room and lounge area staff very good
PAUL, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Room was good, food was good, staff were all excellent. Really friendly and helpful
Matthew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Warm welcome through to very easy check out, all good
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room with a quiet ambiance. Great breakfast with a good selection.
Christine, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were brilliantly friendly and nothing was too much.
michelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

the staff were very helpful when required
lewis, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean room, lovely lady at reception
Samantha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room could of been cleaner
Ashley, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely big room. Excellent breakfast. Car parking. Friendly helpful staff.
Amanda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Terrific hotel with great staff. Lovely room. Incredible breakfast bar included.
Kevin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice hotel in good location. Always queues for toasters at breakfast but otherwise ok. Rooms good size and comfortable. Be nice if all double rooms had large beds.
Malcolm, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was excellent value for money very clean and the breakfast was excellent
Mick, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very cold room
PAUL, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

New staying here. Hotel was clean. Staff friendly and welcoming. Managed to get parked and free parking. Close to where I needed to be for weekend. Breakfast included
Lauren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Khrys, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Very quiet inside and out. Great breakfast too.
Julie, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Rude staff Poor communication prior to stay
Ellen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel

Lovely hotel would defo stay again.
Tyler, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location en route.

Friendly reception. Very convenient lication. Ideal stop over.
Derek, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room, the staff and the breakfast were all great!
Stella, 1-night trip