Bedford Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa  

In the heart of Bedford on the river Ouze, a short 30-minute drive from central London. Steps from St. Paul’s Church and close to Bedford Park, with Priory Country Park, Oasis Beach Pool and the Shuttleworth Collection all within easy reach.

Rooms are air-conditioned with flat-screen TVs, laptopsafe desks, and high-speed internet as standard. Expect river-view terraces, an outdoor kitchen for summer al fresco dining, private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries, and a full-service thermal spa and pool complex on site. The hotel is pet-friendly.

Relax in the thermal spa (additional cost), indoor pool and spa tub, or hit the gym, sauna and massage room. Wake up to river-breeze mornings on the terrace and rely on 24-hour front desk service, in-room dining and wedding and event facilities.

3229 sq ft (300 m²) of conference and meeting space, express check-in/out, and complimentary high-speed wired internet. Self parking is available onsite (charges may apply).

Pen & Cob brasserie serves freshly prepared British cuisine (note: Sunday food service ends at 5pm; bar open until 9pm). Anna’s tea room offers coffee and homemade afternoon tea, plus 24-hour room service and English breakfast service for a fee.