The Bedford Swan Hotel in Bedford is a delightful 18th century hotel located in the centre of Bedford, only a few miles from Luton Airport, and only an hour drive from the university towns of Oxford and Cambridge and central London is only 40 minutes by train. This elegant hotel, built in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, is one of the most distinctive hotels in Bedford, occupying a prominent position, overlooking the River Ouse.www.bedfordswanhotel.co.uk1 High St, MK40 1RW

When we opened Cornfields Restaurant in July 1995 we wanted to create the kind of restaurant that we would like to eat in. Freshly prepared food from local producers where possible, cooked to order at sensible prices in an atmosphere that would complement our food. Years on our endeavours are still being rewarded by the enthusiastic compliments we get from our customers, existing and new.www.cornfieldsrestaurant.co.ukWilden Rd Colmworth, MK44 2NJ

For the perfect way to unwind, Menzies Hotels is the ideal choice. Whether it's for leisure or business, each of our hotels offers a warm and relaxed welcome you will relish. With stylishly furnished bedrooms and lounges, superb meeting and function suites plus our superb cuisine, our hotels are renowned for the comfort they provide. And with an excellent collection of facilities available to you, a stay with us will enable you to recharge your batteries. Relax in the sauna or pool, work out in the gym, enjoy a challenging game of golf or catch up with friends and colleagues over a drink in the bar. Areas serviced: Luton, Dunstable & Leighton Buzzardwww.menzies-hotels.co.ukChurch Rd Flitwick, MK45 1AE

Park Inn by Rezidor is a fresh and energetic upcoming mid-market hotel brand, set for extensive growth across Europe, Middle East and Africa. Focused on mastering the essentials of a great hotel experience within their class, Park Inn hotels offer warm and casual service, are spotlessly clean, easy to use, safe and fun. The fundamental needs of all frequent travellers, on business and on pleasure.www.parkinn.co.ukSt. Marys St, MK42 0AR

Milton Ernest is rich in local lore. Before the First World War, a staggering 30 trades and crafts were represented in the village, including a higgler (a breaker of rough stones). Today, Milton Ernest has the unusual distinction of being bisected by the Bedford Rushton trunk road, the A6.www.queenshead-miltonernest.com2 Rushden Rd Milton Ernest, MK44 1RU

The Shakespeare Hotel, Bar and Restaurant is an independently owned hotel offering a delightful blend of style and comfort and complemented by friendly staff. It has 23 En-suite rooms, all fitted with private bathroom or shower and toilet, hairdryer, colour TV, tea/coffee making facilities, direct dial room telephones and a computerised wake up system.www.shakespearehotel.com27 Shakespeare Rd, MK40 2DX

Welcome to the Signature Hotel Group, a collection of individual hotels and venues offering unique locations, high quality service, extensive conference, training and wedding facilities, accommodation and dining. We are experienced in exceeding the expectations of the modern hotel guest and business traveler but have not forgotten the old fashioned values of service, hospitality and a warm welcome, that is oursignature to your stay!www.signaturegroup.co.ukWoodlands Manor/Green La Clapham, MK41 6EP

Somerston Hotels owns and operates 33 hotels across 3 international brands totalling in excess of 3900 rooms throughout the UK. 2005 proved to be a milestone in the company's development with two major acquisitions taking the company from 15 hotels to 31. The first was the purchase of 3 Express by Holiday Inn hotels from the Saltire Leisure Hotel Group and the second was the purchase of 13 from the BDL Hotel Group; these acquisitions provide excellent additional geographic coverage to our existing portfolio.www.hiexpressbedford.co.ukElstow Interchange A6/A421/Bedford Bypass Junction Elstow, MK42 9BB