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The Knife and Cleaver

3.5 star property
Inn in Bedford with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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The Grove, Houghton, Bedford, England, MK45 3LA
  • Place, Woburn Safari Park
  • Place, Wrest Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Bedford Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room ) | 1 bedroom, WiFi

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room )

  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

  • 30 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room amenity

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (TWIN)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room amenity

Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Superior)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Bedford

The Knife and Cleaver places you within a few miles (5 km) of Greensand Ridge Walk and Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. This 9-room, 3.5-star inn has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Wrest Park & Gardens - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Priory Country Park - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Box End Park - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Wrest Park - 11 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Bedford Park - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Stewartby Station - 5 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cottage Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surfin Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The George Maulden Ltd - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ampthill Park Hub - ‬6 min drive
  • The Knife & Cleaver

About this property

The Knife and Cleaver

Inn in Bedford with a restaurant and a bar
The Knife and Cleaver features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a business center. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.

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Exterior
Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 436 reviews
$66 nightly
The price is $79
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free extended parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at The Knife and Cleaver?

The Knife and Cleaver offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knife and Cleaver?

As of Oct 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knife and Cleaver on Nov 2, 2025 start from $101.18, excluding 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's there to do close to The Knife and Cleaver?

This inn is located in Bedford, close to Wrest Park, Bedford Park, and Wrest Park & Gardens. You'll also find Marston Vale Millennium Country Park and Greensand Ridge Walk within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yes, self parking and long-term parking are offered for free at the inn.

Does The Knife and Cleaver include a casino on the premises?

No, The Knife and Cleaver doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Knife and Cleaver?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include soaking tubs and premium bedding.

Does The Knife and Cleaver have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Knife and Cleaver have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Knife and Cleaver serves breakfast for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will The Knife and Cleaver allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Knife and Cleaver.

Does The Knife and Cleaver have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Knife and Cleaver?

The closest major airport to The Knife and Cleaver is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 20.3 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 29.6 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yes, some guestrooms at The Knife and Cleaver offer a deck and may feature courtyard views.

Does The Knife and Cleaver offer wedding services?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Knife and Cleaver.

The Knife and Cleaver Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 219 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 60 out of 219 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 219 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 219 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 219 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not a happy tummy after eating not gluten free foo

The pub itself was nice and the rooms were adequate for our needs. Unfortunately it seemed that the kitchen staff don’t know the difference between gluten free food and non gluten free food, the item in question was a roll for breakfast. It looked a lot like a brioche roll and tasted too nice for GF lol. I did email the place to explain my wife’s discomfort with the food and have not had a reply hence this not so good review. I will repeat myself from my email and hope the people in the kitchen get to hear how they basically poisoned my wife, causing her great discomfort and vomiting on our journey home. This was one week ago and she is still suffering
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Lovely property and location, staff were excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great country pub with good food and in a lovely rural location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub in a great location, especially in the summer as they have an excellent outside seating area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely pub in a great location, especially in the summer as they have an excellent outside seating area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic pub in a lovely village location with great food and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic pub in a great location with excellent food and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent to stay with great food and a friendly service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
always a friendly welcome and nothing is ever too much trouble - it's a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
always a friendly welcome and nothing is ever too much trouble - it's a great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Orla

Business traveler
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not great, wouldn't stay again. The bed was extremely uncomfortable, church bells rang all evening into the night which was not advertised. The room had a really strong smell of washing detergent which was off putting and somehow made the room feel unclean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Anita

Business traveler
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

K

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely but noisy

The room was great, but the church bell rang every 25 minutes all through the night. I barely slept. It was every annoying.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel in a great village location and with a very good menu
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Bruce

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Really disappointing

Room a little tired with a rather uncomfortable bed. Lots of strange knick-knacks eg a ceramic horse’s head, 2 old trunks acting as a table and several bird ornaments. Shower good though. What was more disappointing was the evening meal. Caesar salad and chips(!) off, then hummus off after we ordered it. Cauliflower steak was 2 large pieces of cauliflower raw in the middle served with stone cold fries. Inedible. The mini pudding of cheesecake was tiny. In fairness to the waitress, who was very attentive and a bit embarrassed, we weren’t charged for the cauliflower and given a further discount, but this was definitely NOT the gastropub experience we were expecting. When we left the pub just after 9, there were only 2 customers left. Said it all really.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikolay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay

A lovely pub, great food, really great staff who couldn’t have been more helpful or friendly - and a good nights sleep in a well equipped room. Lots of quirky decorative touches.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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