Hotels in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The Embankment Hotel stands in a picturesque location on the banks of the River Ouse, in the midst of Bedford's beautiful riverside setting overlooking tranquil gardens and the Victorian suspension bridge. However it is only a few minutes walk along the promenade to the busy town and shopping center. Higgins and Sons of the Castle Brewery founded the Hotel in 1891. The Brewery was set on the side of the old Bedford Castle, which was destroyed hundreds of years before. Today, the Old Brewery building is part of the Bedford Museum complex. It is just a short stroll from the Hotel for visitors wanting to see the museum and the award winning Cecil Higgins Art Gallery alongside. The Beautiful and convenient location of The Embankment is just part of the appeal. It is complemented by a warm, family welcome, friendly pub and a wide choice of meals in the restaurant and pub.

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With views overlooking the River Ouse, which gracefully meanders through the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside, The Bedford Swan Hotel is an ideal location for touring the area. Attractions in the area include Althorp, the ancestral home and final resting place of Diana, Princess of Wales, as well as Woburn Abbey,Silverstone,Whipsnade Zoo and Knebworth House. The carefully designed public areas offer an ideal retreat in which to enjoy morning coffee or indulge in scrumptious afternoon tea, whilst the renowned River Room Restaurant offers a fine selection of cuisine and wines from around the world. The Bedford Swan Hotel features 110 en-suite bedrooms which includes 1 suite, 2 junior suites, 25 twins, 59 doubles, 19 singles, 4 family rooms of which all have been carefully designed with your personal comfort in mind and offer a high standard of furnishings including colour tv, trouser press, hairdryer, direct dial telephone,hospitality tray, well lit workareas with power point and 24hr room service. Non-smoking bedrooms are also available. The 'Roman Style' Leisure Pool & Spa is complimentary to guests staying overnight. This unique leisure area invites you to unwind and relax during your stay.

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The Hotel with its stylish furnishings preserves the feel of a country house, with open fires and every modern comfort, ensuring your stay will be a memorable one. Woodlands Manor is one of the most exclusive and popular venues for wedding receptions in the Bedfordshire area, on the majority of Saturday nights there may be a wedding reception taking place in the hotel. Please contact the hotel direct for clarification or indeed, if you are looking for a wedding venue yourself. The elegantly proportioned two AA rosette awarded dining room, once the house's main reception room, provides an agreeable venue for dining. The menus balance English traditional dishes with the French flair for fresh, light flavours, complemented by wines from well stocked cellars.

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Whether you need somewhere for an overnight stay, an informal meeting, lunch, conference venue or a base for discovering the surrounding area you'll find the Bedford Moat House Hotel caters for all your needs. We offer a comfortable and informal area which offers all day snacks and refreshments. The sofas have integrated work stations and modem points, ideal to send or retrieve your e-mails. The Body Club health and fitness centre is an added benefit giving full cardiovascular resistance equipment with encouraging tuition from our trained instructors.

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Nestling in the tranquillity of acres of rolling gardens and parkland, Menzies Flitwick Manor is a classical Georgian house which continues its ancestral traditions of hospitality. The cosy lounge is elegantly furnished providing the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and relaxation. For private functions or business meetings Menzies Flitwick Manor offers the ultimate in luxury, all just one hour from London. With two AA rosettes the restaurant is rated as one of the finest in the country and offers the ideal combination of fine dining in a delightful setting. The 17 individually furnished guest rooms and suites are furnished with fine antiques and period pieces, blend effortlessly together to offer guests a comfortable and endearing stay. Located just minutes from junction 12 of the M1 this splendid hotel is ideal for visiting, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Luton (and Luton Airport) and Woburn. Flitwick is also on the main line to Kings Cross.

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