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Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with spa services and a 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Cafe
Executive lounge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service

Explore the area

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The Embankment, Bedford, England, MK40 1RW
  • Place, St. Paul's Church
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bedford Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Priory Country Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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Executive Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Single Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Double King Bed, No Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic Accessible Room With Wet Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Classic Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room with Sofa

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Classic King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Bedford

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa places you next to St. Paul's Church and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Bedford Park. The 113 rooms at this 4-star hotel include coffee makers, Smart TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee.

What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bedford Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Priory Country Park - 8 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Box End Park - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Bedford Autodrome - 19 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • St Johns Station - 9 min walk
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪wagamama - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Albero Lounge - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Frescoes Coffee House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Rose - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

Riverfront hotel with spa services and a 24-hour front desk
Guests of Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa enjoy access to free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and conference space. Self parking is offered for GBP 5 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a terrace.
43-inch Smart TVs come with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Self parking on site (GBP 5 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Anna's Tearoom
  • Pen & Cob
  • Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm)

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3,229 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1794
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
An access fee of GBP 20 per person, per hour is charged to access the Thermal spa. Reservations are required; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Self parking fee: GBP 5 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.

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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

Property is also known as

Bedford Hotel Swan
Bedford Swan
Bedford Swan Hotel
Hotel Swan Bedford
Swan Bedford
Swan Bedford Hotel
Swan Hotel Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

This hotel is located in Bedford, just steps from Bedford Corn Exchange and The Higgins Bedford, and within a short walk of John Bunyan Museum. You'll also find Bedford Park and Panacea Museum less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

Yes, parking is offered for GBP 5 per night. Though parking is limited, electric car charging is also available.

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa have a casino?

No, Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this riverfront hotel include a separate bath and shower and a smart TV along with a bar.

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa have a hot tub?

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

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa serves an English breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Pen & Cob (Sun until 5pm).

Will Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

The closest major airport to Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa is Luton Airport (LTN), which is 28.5 mi away (39 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cambridge (CBG), which is around 27.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa?

No, at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa.

Reviews

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 538 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1012 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

CHEN HSIANG

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I am not sure if only me encountered this. The shower temperature is not hot enough during my 2 out of my 6 stays
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really nice hotel, attentive staff, spa was a bonus and worth paying for as less people to share with.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sarah

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

Swan Hotel Bedford, Bedfordshire.

We used the thermal spa and very happy, not crowded plenty of space, throughly enjoyed. We managed to get a table at the pen and cob restaurant without booking, my husband is gluten intolerant and they had a separate menu for him which was good and my food was good also. We had booked breakfast which was a help yourself to hot and cold breakfast items and hot and cold drinks. We said to the waitress that my husband is gluten intolerant and do you have anything gluten free, she went to ask the chef is there any gluten free items and promptly came back and said that there was nothing gluten free apart from toast. We felt that come back was not helpful at all and very disappointing. We felt that the food that was there was not a good standard, beans stone cold, mushrooms un washed, hash under cooked and bacon very fatty and poorly cooked. So not happy at all for breakfast, but the room and the thermal spa and the reception were very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was spacious and very clean. I booked a single room and the bed was more like a small double. Breakfast was slightly disappointing as they were not replenishing items quickly enough when they ran out. But overall this was a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

elaine

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Pete

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good but no gym and you have to pay extra for the spa which was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sinisa

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

6/10 Okay

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel & staff great but I booked a Deluxe Double room & it was very small I even checked at reception if I had been given wrong room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great stay for Buisness, Staff all very freindly
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a nice finish and the staff was friendly, however they would need to work on few details. The room was set for one person when we arrived and didn’t have enough towels, the dryer was not working and breakfast was not too great. Also, finding a spot in the car park can be tricky. Also, bed and pillows were too soft for my liking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was a bit of an issue as property was very busy
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Filip Arthur

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

4/10 Poor

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great time Love it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Swan is a lovely hotel. Great staff, facilities and lovely view of the river.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully decorated. Friendly, helpful staff. Afternoon and breakfast was the best I’ve tasted, experienced in a long time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As usual everything was what l'd expected. Nothing was too much trouble and every member of staff was cheerful and very courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was alright, restaurant and bar are great, good food, friendly staff and fast service. The hotel rooms were clean, but dated. The air con didnt work and it took multiple requests for anything to happen. Also the TV only gets 3 channels. They also wouldnt let me check in earlier than 2pm. I understand its their policy, but i was only 15 minutes early. Seemed a bit petty
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

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