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Our top choices for Bedford historic hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a chair, a desk, and a painting on the wall.

1. Albero

Albero
3.0 star property
Bedford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (106 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff. Lovely room."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ￥19,543
￥23,451 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Albero
A historic building with a brick facade, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a restaurant.

2. D'Parys

D'Parys
4.0 star property
Bedford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (319 reviews)
"Nice helpful staff and great breakfast !"
Canada
Hozanna
The price is ￥18,446
￥22,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
D'Parys
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with large windows in the background.

3. The Embankment

The Embankment
4.0 star property
Bedford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (307 reviews)
"Fantastic stay last night, came for a event at milton keynes bowl. Brilliant hotel had breakfast which was amazing too. Will return for sure 👌"
United Kingdom
shaun
The price is ￥17,986
￥21,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Embankment
An indoor swimming pool with a waterfall feature, clear blue water, and a modern architectural design.

4. Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa
4.0 star property
Bedford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and plentiful. Room was clean."
United Kingdom
Marilyn
The price is ￥16,615
￥19,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa
A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a central entrance with a decorative arch.

5. Woodland Manor Hotel

Woodland Manor Hotel
3.5 star property
Bedford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (384 reviews)
"Great stay"
United Kingdom
Neil
The price is ￥14,526
￥17,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Woodland Manor Hotel
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa with patterned cushions, and a glass coffee table.

6. Verve Hotel

Verve Hotel
4.0 star property
Bedford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (622 reviews)
"Liked the restaurant and the location"
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is ￥12,044
￥14,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Verve Hotel
A modern cafe with bar stools, a counter, and a refrigerated display.

7. Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre

Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre
3.0 star property
Bedford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (11 reviews)
"Great staff, good location in town centre."
Canada
Rashida
The price is ￥8,646
￥10,375 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a glass facade, and a reflection in the water.

8. Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel
4.0 star property
Bedford
7.8 out of 10, Good, (552 reviews)
"Great staff"
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is ￥11,780
￥14,136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, window with blinds, and a leather sofa.

9. The Nook Bedford

The Nook Bedford
2.0 star property
Bedford
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is ￥12,533
￥20,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
The Nook Bedford
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a wooden countertop, and built-in appliances.

10. Bedford 1-bed Apartment, Sleeps 4 With Parking

Bedford 1-bed Apartment, Sleeps 4 With Parking
3.0 star property
Bedford
The price is ￥26,064
￥31,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Bedford 1-bed Apartment, Sleeps 4 With Parking
Room amenity

11. Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina

Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina
3.0 star property
Bedford
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"A very pleasant stay. Service-minded staff, a large and nice room with a comfortable bed."
Norway
Gro
The price is ￥8,999
￥10,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina
A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a receptionist, and a seating area with yellow sofas.

12. Cranfield Management Development Centre

Cranfield Management Development Centre
4.0 star property
Bedford
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (719 reviews)
"I have been there many times now. Friendly staff, the rooms are very functional and the breakfast is very good."
United Kingdom
Karl-Heinz
The price is ￥13,010
￥15,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Cranfield Management Development Centre
A traditional pub with a dark entrance door, white-framed windows, and hanging lights.

13. The White Hart

The White Hart
4.0 star property
Bedford
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (98 reviews)
"Great stay, lovely rooms and great food"
United Kingdom
Steve
The price is ￥17,468
￥20,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The White Hart
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

14. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG
3.0 star property
Bedford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (938 reviews)
"Ideal location,Breakfast was delicious and staff super friendly :)"
United Kingdom
Raveena
The price is ￥8,791
￥10,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, stone walls, and potted plants.

15. The Mill Sharnbrook

The Mill Sharnbrook
3.0 star property
Bedford
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Room was spotless staff most welcoming and the surroundings incredible"
United Kingdom
Wayne
The price is ￥18,196
￥21,835 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The Mill Sharnbrook
A courtyard with a brick archway, a sign reading "A WARM Welcome Awaits", and potted plants.

16. The Knife and Cleaver

The Knife and Cleaver
3.5 star property
Bedford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (251 reviews)
"Food was five star the staff were amazing great atmosphere nothing to much trouble beds really comfortable the rooms were clean will definitely be going backfantasti stay xxx"
United Kingdom
Mr Robert
The price is ￥15,982
￥19,178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The Knife and Cleaver
A large brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

17. Flitwick Manor

Flitwick Manor
4.0 star property
Bedford
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (316 reviews)
"The best hotel in the world for breakfast."
United Kingdom
Jane
The price is ￥15,824
￥18,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Flitwick Manor
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, seating area with sofas and chairs, and a wooden floor.

18. The Willows Training Centre

The Willows Training Centre
3.0 star property
Bedford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (526 reviews)
"Good facilities, nice bar, nice gym."
United Kingdom
Nicholas
The price is ￥13,450
￥16,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Willows Training Centre
A hotel room with two beds, each with a purple headboard and white bedding. There are two bedside tables with lamps, and a window with curtains.

19. The Old Mill Inn

The Old Mill Inn
2.5 star property
Bedford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, I regularly stay here with work. The food in the restaurant is amazing and really reasonable."
United Kingdom
michelle
The price is ￥14,098
￥16,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Old Mill Inn
A modern reception area with three white reception desks, a large potted plant, and framed text on the wall.

20. The Woodlands Event Centre

The Woodlands Event Centre
3.0 star property
Bedford
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (170 reviews)
"Great place to stay, nice facilities and easy to get around "
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is ￥16,615
￥19,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Woodlands Event Centre
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Top Bedford Hotel Reviews

Horwood House Hotel

Horwood House Hotel

8/10 Good
"Everything was good from start to finish. I was celebrating a significant birthday with my wife and the staff ahead of our visit were very good in ensuring that my wife's plans were taken care of. The restaurant provided a range of varied food choices and the quality was good. Overall a very pleasant stay."
Milan 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Horwood House Hotel
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa

Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good
"Lovely clean, spacious and comfortable room. Enjoyed breakfast, plenty of choice. Spa amenities were nice but spoilt a little by noisy children’s swimming lessons between 3 and 7."
Sharon 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What should a history enthusiast expect from a trip to Bedford?
The historical sites in Bedford are likely at the top of your travel itinerary. While you're in town, you can check out the scenic riverfront and lively bars. You also can spend time at the spas.
How many historical hotels are there in Bedford?
In Bedford, there are 322 hotel accommodations bookable on Expedia though you won't find many designated historic hotels.
What are the top historical places and other sights to visit in Bedford?
Bedford is notable for landmarks like Wrest Park, Wrest Park & Gardens, and Sharnbrook Theatre. Attractions like Box End Park and Woburn Safari Park are fun for everyone. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Priory Country Park and Bedford Autodrome.
What is a historic hotel like in Bedford?
Guests who choose a historic hotel can spend a night or two someplace that has an official historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it's of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of historic hotels in Bedford, giving a sense of history.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
You'll often hear the term "heritage hotel" in Asia and Europe, while "historic hotel" is a term often used in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The physical building and architecture of historic hotels are generally the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, mainly, it's cultural value and how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Bedford have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, though efforts have been made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, free WiFi, and the usual amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you book a historic hotel in Bedford, don't worry that you'll be staying at a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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