Bedford Swan Hotel and Thermal Spa
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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Most popular facilities
- Private parking
- Spa and wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Fitness centre
- 3 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Paige
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
“The room was amazing very spacious large shower separate bathroom the staff was very pleasant and food and drink amazing” - Marilena
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
“Stayed at the hotel a few times. Always had a great experience. Rooms have been upgraded over time and are excellent.” - Kim
Australia
“Myra on reception was so helpful, professional and delightful. Loved the decor” - Stephen
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
“Excellent breakfast . Plenty of sit down areas around restaurant and reception area.” - Brian
United Kingdom
“Location,Room and bathroom very good.Breakfast good.” - Martha
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
“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
- Room Service (Sunday until 6pm)
- CuisineBritish
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Pen and Cob (Sunday until 6pm)
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceModern
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
- Anna's Tearoom
- CuisineBritish
- Open forHigh tea
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
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.






The fine print
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.