Business Details
Luxury Hotel & Thermal Spa in Bedford
Established in the heart of Bedford, The Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa offers a unique blend of 18th-century heritage and modern luxury. Our 137 individually designed rooms, including deluxe suites and accessible options, provide unparalleled comfort with riverside views of the Great River Ouse. The hotel combines contemporary design with original architectural features, creating an elegant backdrop for leisure stays, weddings, and corporate events. Our Thermal Spa, available to both residents and external guests, offers rejuvenating experiences with advance booking. The award-winning Pen & Cob Brasserie serves locally sourced British cuisine, while Anna's Tearoom provides traditional afternoon tea.Strategically located near Bedford Train Station and family attractions like Whipsnade Zoo, we cater to both business and leisure travelers seeking convenience and sophistication. The hotel's 24-hour fitness suite with state-of-the-art equipment ensures guests maintain wellness routines. Our dedicated event spaces, including the grand State Room and intimate Drawing Room, accommodate gatherings from 12 to 150 attendees. With complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, free parking for direct bookings, and special offers for extended stays at our NEST serviced apartments, we prioritise guest satisfaction through attentive service and attention to detail.
Services
Luxury Rooms
Thermal Spa
Private Dining
Wedding Venues
Conference Facilities
Afternoon Tea
Fitness Suite
Room Service
Event Planning
Gift Vouchers
Highlights and features
- We offer 137 luxury rooms with riverside views and modern amenities
- Our Thermal Spa provides rejuvenating experiences with advance booking
- Award-winning Pen & Cob Brasserie serves locally sourced British cuisine
- Dedicated event spaces accommodate gatherings from 12 to 150 attendees
- 24-hour fitness suite with state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment
Services
Luxury Accommodation
Our 137 individually designed rooms combine historic charm with modern comforts. Each room features free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities. Deluxe options include king-size beds, bath tubs, and premium toiletries. The hotel maintains 24-hour security and offers non-smoking rooms.
Thermal Spa
The Thermal Spa offers rejuvenating experiences with advance booking. Facilities include a range of spa treatments, premium toiletries, and relaxation areas. The spa maintains separate changing facilities and operates with professional therapists. External guests may access the spa with prior reservations.
Private Dining
Exclusive dining options available in heritage rooms with capacities from 12 to 120 guests. Full Pen & Cob menu accessible with dedicated service. Rooms feature private bars and kitchen facilities. Deposit and pre-ordering required for private dining arrangements.
Conference Facilities
Three versatile event spaces accommodate 12 to 150 attendees. The State Room offers river views with 100-theatre style seating. The Drawing Room provides intimate settings for 12 guests. The Coach Room features separate entrance and dance floor for large events.
Fitness Suite
24-hour fitness suite with Freemotion cardio equipment and strength training options. Access requires check-in at reception with two-hour session limits. Equipment includes treadmills, cross trainers, rowing machines, and adjustable weights. Guests must sign safety disclaimers before use.
Questions
What room types are available at The Bedford Swan Hotel?
We offer Classic Doubles, Twin Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, and Junior Suites with king-size or double beds. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and tea/coffee facilities.
Can non-residents use the Thermal Spa facilities?
Yes, our Thermal Spa is available to external guests with advance booking. Prior reservations are recommended to ensure availability during preferred time slots.
What dining options exist at the hotel?
Pen & Cob Brasserie serves British cuisine using local produce. Anna's Tearoom offers traditional afternoon tea. Room service and private dining options are also available.
Are there facilities for weddings and events?
We have three event spaces accommodating 12 to 150 guests. The State Room, Drawing Room, and Coach Room offer various layouts with dedicated catering and bar facilities.
What fitness and wellness facilities are available?
Our 24-hour fitness suite includes cardio equipment and strength training options. The Thermal Spa offers rejuvenating treatments with advance booking required for all guests.
How accessible is the hotel for train travelers?
The hotel is located 15 minutes' walk from Bedford Train Station. We provide directions and luggage assistance upon request for guests arriving by rail.
Reviews (4)
Phil I.
Jun 13, 2022
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Hotel very nice and clean. Our room smelt of cigar smoke. Like the previous person staying in our room was a cigar smoker. Even though if you smoke in the bedrooms. They will add 100 to your bill. The smell only lasted a couple of minutes then you couldn't smell it any more as you got used to it. I have stayed here before and would have no hesation in staying again. I was in a party of 26 people.
We all had dinner. Unfortunately some of the food was not particularly nice. Anyone in our group who ordered burgers found them to be burnt. 1 person refused to pay for the burgers and was credited back her money. I had steak which was quite nice. All of us in the group who had cheesecake for dessert found the cheesecake to be Not very nice at all I left mine.as did a few others. The service was very good. And like I said I would stay again.
We all had dinner. Unfortunately some of the food was not particularly nice. Anyone in our group who ordered burgers found them to be burnt. 1 person refused to pay for the burgers and was credited back her money. I had steak which was quite nice. All of us in the group who had cheesecake for dessert found the cheesecake to be Not very nice at all I left mine.as did a few others. The service was very good. And like I said I would stay again.
Jerry Lindsay
May 21, 2022
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Lovely hotel set immediately overlooking the river where swans glide, rowers scull and everyone else enjoys the scenery. Easy to get to but the on-site car park is small and can be tough to negotiate - park on the street nearby instead. The room we stayed in was very nicely done, the breakfast room is attractive and even the adjoining toilets have quirky wallpaper! Breakfast was good and hot and they even had gluten free bread that tasted like food! Well worth staying at.
Claire Chandler
Apr 15, 2022
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We hired the State Room for funeral hospitality and this was excellent. Staff were helpful but unobtrusive, the food with bar service was ideal, and the room with such beautiful views made a perfect setting. The arrangements were all handled smoothly and I do not hesitate to recommend this venue.
Lorraine Gaffing
Apr 05, 2022
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We stayed here for a family wedding and the hotel was excellent. Staff were lovely. Room was a tad small but perfectly adequate and very clean and a view over the river
