Property Information

Built in 1794, the Bedford Swan Hotel is an elegant country house which has been converted into a hotel overlooking the River Ouse. This three floor hotel features 113 guestrooms, all of which include tea and coffee making facilities, televisions, and complimentary high speed Internet access. Other amenities include trouser presses, direct dial phones and radios.
The River Room Restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, is a smart, a la carte restaurant specialising in traditional English and European cuisine, with views of the river. A more relaxed ambience can be experienced in the Sunken Lounge & Bar. Open for light lunches and afternoon tea, the lounge serves fresh baguettes, salads and traditional cream teas. The roman style pool and spa is available for guests' use. The hotel is also well known for its conference facilities, with a range of meeting and function rooms. The 24 hour front desk can assist with Internet access, laundry and safe deposits, and guests can browse through the complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free parking is available on site. The closest airport is Luton Airport (LTN); approximate driving time is 40 minutes and distance is 20 miles (32 kilometres).

Driving Directions

Luton Airport Parkway station is connected to the terminal by a free shuttle bus service. Bus services connect the airport with the surrounding areas. National Express coaches run from the airport to destinations all over the country. Taxis are available from the main terminal building, and should cost around 25 GBP to the hotel.
Driving directions: From Luton airport, follow signposts onto the A505 and join the A6 towards Bedford. From the A6, follow signs to Bedford town centre. Cross the Ouse river and the hotel is immediately on the right. Follow the road around the one way system and turn left down the Embankment. The car park is 100 metres away.

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You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.