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The Embankment

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

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Flat-screen TV
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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The Embankment, Bedford, England, MK40 3PD
  • Place, Oasis Beach Pool
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bedford Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Priory Country Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Premium Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Bedford

Located within a 5-minute walk of Panacea Museum, The Embankment is within a 15-minute stroll of The Higgins Bedford. This 19-room, 4-star inn has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Church - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bedford Corn Exchange - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Bedford Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Priory Country Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • St Johns Station - 14 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Embankment - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Say Doughnuts - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Embankment

Inn in Bedford with a restaurant and a bar
At The Embankment, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ironing boards, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 20 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-11:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free 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, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Embankment Hotel Bedford
Embankment Hotel
Embankment Bedford
Embankment Inn Bedford
Embankment Inn
The Embankment Inn
The Embankment Bedford
The Embankment Inn Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Embankment?

The Embankment offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around The Embankment?

Located steps from Panacea Museum, this inn is in Bedford, and within a 10-minute walk of The Higgins Bedford and John Bunyan Museum. You'll also find Oasis Beach Pool and Bedford Corn Exchange less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at The Embankment?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Embankment feature a casino?

No, The Embankment doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Embankment?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Embankment?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Embankment?

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

Does The Embankment feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Embankment serves an English breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Embankment allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Embankment for a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at The Embankment?

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

Where is the closest airport to The Embankment?

The closest major airport to The Embankment is Luton Airport (LTN), which is about 18 mi away. Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 27.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Embankment?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Embankment.

The Embankment Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 289 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 84 out of 289 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 23 out of 289 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 289 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 289 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Nicest place in Bedford

Room, Breakfast and staff all great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

8/10 Good

Tracey

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

Nice overnight stay

We booked because we were going to enjoy dinner on the terrace with some music entertainment as advertised on their website. Unfortunately this was a mistake and should have been removed from the marketing. Katie was very helpful and as we couldn’t cancel the booking she arranged for a reduction on our meal cost. Our meal was lovely, plenty to choose from. The room was acceptable, big comfortable bed. We were on 2nd floor so it was hot and the fan was ok but minimally effective in cooling the room. Bathroom was standard. Tea tray was great with good sized mugs and plenty of milk sachets. We were woken too early by people in the room next door allowing their room door to slam. Breakfast was great with plenty of options. Hot, tasty and well presented.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night. Very welcoming. Lovely position by the river. Good food. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

wesley

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

6/10 Okay

wesley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
I think the bar manager was a bit stressed & i am not used being told at 9.24 the bars closed as they have started clearing up.He did furnish us with drinks & let us sit outside but put a slight downer on an otherwise nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

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

8/10 Good

Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff in this hotel, food excellent and varied. Lovely big bedroom, comfy beds with vintage furniture, bathroom could do with a bit of a makeover. Superb view looking over the river with the swans and ducks. No lift in the hotel so I did struggle with the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver

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

4/10 Poor

Guy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not good enough. Poor and disappointing

Disappointing first bedroom 203 the bed was like concrete. Then the second bedroom 108 the show was broken. Why did hotels insist on putting you in their worst rooms if you book with Hotels.com, and forget the room upgrade if you are a gold member.
Shower
Shower
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay at The Embankment! Was met by the very enthusiastic Bethany who made check in a real pleasure and gave us some local recommendations which turned out to be fantastic! Room was clean and comfortable. Tea and coffee was of a high standard, as we're the biscuits! Bar area had a really good vibe and all staff we met/viewed were friendly and professional. Well done all, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The check in was slow as there is no one permanently on the desk. The parking is very limited.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location opposite the river and 5 minute walk to the town centre. Good service but very busy so quite often no one on the reception area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Alice

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location on the river. Great food and drink.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024