Axe & Compass Lodge

2.5 star property
Inn in Leighton Buzzard with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Front of property
Standard Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Leighton Road, , Heath and Reach, Leighton Buzzard, England, LU7 0AA
  • Place, Woburn Golf Club
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Woburn Safari Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Bletchley Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Leighton Buzzard

Located within a mile (2 km) of Stockgrove Country Park, Axe & Compass Lodge is within 3 miles (5 km) of Leighton Buzzard Light Railway. This 8-room inn welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Woburn Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Woburn Safari Park - 13 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Bletchley Park - 13 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • National Bowl - 13 min drive - 10.9 miles
  • Woburn Abbey - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Leighton Buzzard Station - 6 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Swan Hotel (Wetherspoon) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Globe Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Clay Pipe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Picture House - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Axe & Compass Lodge

Inn in Leighton Buzzard with free breakfast and a restaurant
At Axe & Compass Lodge, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy TVs. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and free toiletries.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - midnight
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:30 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. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Axe Compass Lodge Leighton Buzzard
Axe Compass Lodge
Axe Compass Leighton Buzzard
Axe & Compass Lodge Inn
Axe & Compass Lodge Leighton Buzzard
Axe & Compass Lodge Inn Leighton Buzzard

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Axe & Compass Lodge?

Axe & Compass Lodge offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Axe & Compass Lodge?

This inn is located in Leighton Buzzard, close to Woburn Safari Park and Bletchley Park. You'll also find Woburn Golf Club and Ascott House within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Axe & Compass Lodge?

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

Does Axe & Compass Lodge include a casino at the property?

No, Axe & Compass Lodge doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Axe & Compass Lodge?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is Axe & Compass Lodge good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and free breakfast at this inn.

Are there hot tubs at Axe & Compass Lodge?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Axe & Compass Lodge feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Axe & Compass Lodge serves free continental breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Axe & Compass Lodge allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Axe & Compass Lodge.

Are there connecting rooms at Axe & Compass Lodge?

No, this inn doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Axe & Compass Lodge?

The closest major airport to Axe & Compass Lodge is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 18.6 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Oxford (OXF), which is around 28.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Axe & Compass Lodge?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Axe & Compass Lodge.

Axe & Compass Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

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

Very clean and pleasant staff

Very clean but a little worn in places .it was expected for basic price staff were all pleasant and help full home cooked food was excellent . We were a little concerned that there may be a bit of noise from pub but was very quiet . Breakfast left in our room was great idea and good choice with milk and yogurt kept in fridge . Over all very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Used as a base due to friend’s birthday locally. Lovely self contained rooms. Good effort at continental breakfast in the room. Would be nice if the fridge was cold for milk and yogurt though. It felt as if it had only just been put on before we arrived. Value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

MR DAVID

Business traveler
Average accommodation but value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly, Saltburn by the sea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and the room was spotless. Very comfortable and cosy, i was very happy with the service, will definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unfortunately by the time we arrived 14.55 hours the restaurant had stopped serving food. Other than that the service and location was lovely thankyou.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The breakfast was very poor. Noisy fridge inside your wardrobe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dean

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

Nice rooms

Rooms nice .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Deborah

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

Don't Stay Here If You Like Cleanliness

We knew when we booked cheap that it would not be the Ritz but it was close to where we needed to be and accepted dogs so it fitted our needs. However the wood floor had not been hoovered and was covered in bits. The bathroom was shockingly filthy, not just a little bit. Really dirty. dirt on the walls, scum in the sink, an unclean toilet and minging shower. The beds were tiny and cheap. The minute you sat on them they moved across the floor. The breakfast included was good but we had to listen to the noisy fridge all night. Also it was way to o hot and there was no way of regulating it other than opening the window and listening to the goings on at the pub all night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Thomas

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
I liked the facilities in the room. It was very comfortable and had a good, powerful shower. The only thing that lets it down is that the walls and ceilings are very thin - I was disturbed frequently throughout the night as people came and went and got up to use the loo!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

R

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate this is budget accommodation, but it still should be cleaned fully before accepting new guests.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everyone was so attentive, nothing was not to much trouble. Food was the most Homely I have tasted. Portions were of good size. It was a welcome to find food piping Hot 🔥. The sleeping accommodation was very clean, Double Divan. Kettle coffee or Tea making, Fridge with Milk, Yogurts etc. Cornflakes and Rice Crispes supplied. Bathroom Very Clean, Shower Wc and wash basin.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
External lodges meant any noise from pub was minimal. The lodge was basic but adequate for our overnight stop. Beds were quite soft for us (but not in a bad condition.) Breakfast of cereal, juice and a pastry was in the room for us; this suited us as we had to make a prompt start in the morning. A fridge in the room was much appreciated. We had booked two rooms and we were placed next to each other, which we also appreciated. We found the pub very noisy at tea time (there was a party on) which discouraged us from eating there. Overall very good value for money paid.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked.....proximity to Bletchley park Disliked......noise, value, poor maintenance of rooms......bathroom fan and bedside light not working. Filthy duvet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Valerie

Liked: Staff & service

Budget accommodation, friendly welcome

Sold as budget accommodation and that's what it is. Reasonable value and clean enough. Noisy with pub revellers on a Sat night.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were helpful when i phoned as we could not find them. Sat nav kept taking us to the wrong place. We had a good meal in the bar. Service was excellent. The room was clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019