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A building with a brick facade and a wooden deck with picnic tables.

A wooden door with a view of a parking area and a gravel path leading to a building.

A modern lounge area with seating, a television screen, and a decorative wall.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and jars of nuts and spices.

1. The Carrington Arms

2.5 km from Cranfield University

Tom

￥7,640

￥14,073 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A buffet setup with various salads and food items.

A building with a sign that reads "Cranfield Management Development Centre".

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a receptionist, and a seating area with yellow sofas.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

2. Cranfield Management Development Centre

0.8 km from Cranfield University

alexander

￥12,878

￥15,454 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A hotel reception area with a wooden herringbone floor, a reception desk, a purple counter, and a patterned armchair.

A reception area with a glass display case containing decorative items, a brochure stand, and a patterned armchair.

A brick building with a central entrance, surrounded by a paved pathway and landscaped with trees and rocks.

A brick building with picnic tables and umbrellas in a grassy area.

3. Mitchell Hall

0.7 km from Cranfield University

Malcolm

￥9,876

￥11,851 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A modern lounge area with a hanging chair, a sofa, a small table with a drink, and a decorative wall with lights.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a large screen displaying content.

A modern office space with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a unique hanging light fixture.

A modern room with a black wall, wooden benches, and pendant lights. There are pillows, a skateboard, and a suitcase on the benches.

4. Moxy Milton Keynes

9.7 km from Cranfield University

Josh

￥9,400

￥11,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern bar area with a curved counter, a variety of bottles, and a city view through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble walls, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a sleek black reception desk, a coffee station, and a seating area with umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a glass facade, and a sign reading "HOTEL LATOUR."

5. Hotel La Tour

8.6 km from Cranfield University

Christine

￥10,854

￥13,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, digital check-in kiosks, and a visible clock.

A laptop on a wooden table with a glass of white wine beside it, in a hotel room with a bed and red pillows.

6. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

6 km from Cranfield University

Craig

￥9,397

￥11,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

7. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Jack

￥10,146

￥12,175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with a curved sofa and a round table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a television mounted on the wall.

A banquet hall with round tables, numbered chairs, and illuminated chandeliers.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a mirror.

A spacious lobby with striped armchairs, a dining area with yellow chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Devram

￥8,875

￥10,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A bedroom with a large bed, a white bathtub, a wooden wardrobe, and a wall-mounted clock.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick building, and a large tent structure.

A large, historic building with symmetrical architecture, expansive lawns, and a formal garden layout.

A formal dining room with a long table set for multiple guests, a chandelier, and framed portraits on the wall.

9. The Woburn Hotel

9.2 km from Cranfield University

Valerie

￥10,650

￥12,780 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

The exterior of the Leonardo Hotel with its illuminated signage, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a bookshelf, and a large window with curtains.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

10. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Carla

￥10,180

￥12,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with the name "marco's" visible, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large windowed atrium.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with natural light.

11. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

9.4 km from Cranfield University

Hugo

￥8,875

￥10,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with wooden tables, blue cushioned booths, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, two round tables, and a decorative ceiling light fixture.

A check-in kiosk at a hotel with a motivational quote wall in the background.

12. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central - Avebury Boulevard

10.2 km from Cranfield University

SHIVANGI

￥8,527

￥10,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

An aerial view of a riverside area with a dock, boats, and buildings.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and a brick facade at night.

A canal with multiple narrowboats docked along the water.

13. Peartree Lodge Waterside

8.4 km from Cranfield University

Susan

￥9,319

￥11,182 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A large, historic building with a reflection in the water, surrounded by lush greenery and swans.

A swimming pool with tiled walls, a lifebuoy, and a lounge chair.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options, and a decorative wall with floral patterns.

A person holding a cocktail glass with a lemon slice, seated at a bar with a stainless steel counter.

14. Novotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Ricardo

￥8,701

￥10,441 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a conservatory, and a view of the garden.

A dining area with a large table, multiple chairs, a television, and wine racks on the walls.

A bar area with a dark wood bar counter, two black leather bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

A hotel room with a large ornate mirror, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a bedside lamp, and a wall-mounted artwork.

15. Mercure Milton Keynes

12.5 km from Cranfield University

Simon

￥11,312

￥13,574 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television mounted on the wall.

A restaurant with purple upholstered booths and wooden tables.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a large window with curtains.

16. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

11.2 km from Cranfield University

Raveena

￥9,748

￥11,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A restaurant interior with a 'SEASONAL' sign, wooden tables, potted plants, and a tiled backsplash.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a no diving sign.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a street lamp.

A modern building with a clock tower, large windows, and a brick facade.

17. Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

6.7 km from Cranfield University

Deborah

￥8,005

￥9,606 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A patio with two green chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, multiple liquor bottles, and bar stools.

A room with two chairs, a table with a plant and two cups, and a large window with a view of greenery and a brick building.

A restaurant setting with tables set for dining, featuring clear glassware and a menu stand.

18. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

6.3 km from Cranfield University

Clare

￥10,180

￥12,216 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

A white building with a central entrance, a flagpole with a flag, and a white picket fence.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, white cushions, and blue umbrellas.

A banquet table set with crystal glassware, silverware, and a centerpiece with flowers.

19. Woughton House Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive

7.7 km from Cranfield University

Sandra

￥12,530

￥15,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A reception area with a brick wall, a television screen, and a sign that reads "easyHotel".

A hotel room with two beds, a cityscape mural, and a modern design.

A modern glass building with a reflective facade, a visible entrance, and a well-lit street in front.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and toilet.

20. easyHotel Milton Keynes

9.5 km from Cranfield University

Khana Michelle

￥5,570

￥6,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Cranfield University

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
The Carrington Arms	9.6 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Cranfield Management Development Centre	9.2 Wonderful 709 reviews	View
Mitchell Hall	9.2 Wonderful 564 reviews	View
Moxy Milton Keynes	9.2 Wonderful 941 reviews	View
Hotel La Tour	9.2 Wonderful 1,589 reviews	View

Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

Cranfield Management Development Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Na"

Wisteria Haze

10/10 Excellent

"nice experience, room was well maintained and clean"

Stringfellow Hall

8/10 Good

"The address offered did not lead you to the receiption, which spend more than 10 mins to looking for and asking a staff outside the building, as the receiption is not near the room of the building."

Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - East M1, Jct. 14 by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel excellent breakfast staff really friendly"

4 Bedroom Detached House

10/10 Excellent

"Great property in a lovely quiet area. There is a Sainsbury’s at the bottom of the road which was ideal. Smooth check in / check out process and the host communicated well. Would definitely recommend and stay here in the future if required. Thanks for hosting us!"

Other attractions near Cranfield University

A wooden pier extending into calm waters at dusk with a city skyline in the background.

Willen Lake

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Willen Lake during your travels in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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A hammock suspended between trees in a forest with blue flowers.

Marston Vale Millennium Country Park

4.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Marston Vale Millennium Country Park, a lovely green space in Marston Moretaine.

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Inspired Gourmet Cookery School

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Inspired Gourmet Cookery School during your visit to Broughton. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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The Stables Theatre

You can make plans for a show at The Stables Theatre on your trip to Wavendon. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Willen Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Willen Labyrinth during your stay in Milton Keynes. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Wake MK

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Wake MK, an entertaining place to visit in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Gullivers Land

8.4/10 (68 reviews)

Bring the family to Gullivers Land and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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The Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at The Beach during your trip to Millbrook?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cranfield University?

Cranfield University is located in Cranfield. You'll find 140 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cranfield University?

Cranfield Management Development Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cranfield University. Other good choices within a short distance include Mitchell Hall and Stringfellow Hall.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cranfield University?

Expedia has 140 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Cranfield University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cranfield University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Cranfield University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cranfield University?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Cranfield University, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Cranfield University?

Bring the family to The Stables Theatre, Willen Labyrinth, and Willen Observation Wheel while you're checking out the area near Cranfield University. Explore nature at Willen Lake and Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Gullivers Land and Inspired Gourmet Cookery School.

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Our top choices for Cranfield University hotels

1. The Carrington Arms

2. Cranfield Management Development Centre

3. Mitchell Hall

4. Moxy Milton Keynes

5. Hotel La Tour

6. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

7. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

9. The Woburn Hotel

10. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

11. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

12. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central - Avebury Boulevard

13. Peartree Lodge Waterside

14. Novotel Milton Keynes

15. Mercure Milton Keynes

16. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

17. Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

18. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

19. Woughton House Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive

20. easyHotel Milton Keynes

Compare popular hotels close to Cranfield University

Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

Cranfield Management Development Centre

Wisteria Haze

Stringfellow Hall

Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - East M1, Jct. 14 by IHG

4 Bedroom Detached House

Other attractions near Cranfield University

Willen Lake

Marston Vale Millennium Country Park

Inspired Gourmet Cookery School

The Stables Theatre

Willen Labyrinth

Wake MK

Gullivers Land

The Beach

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