Hotel★★★★
Bedford Swan Hotel
Castle, Bedford, United Kingdom
About Bedford Swan Hotel
Bedford Swan Hotel is a hotel in Castle, Bedford, United Kingdom. It holds a 4-star rating. Guests rate it 8.1 out of 10 across 56 reviews. Facilities include restaurant, bar, free wi-fi, 24-hour room service. It is 280 m from the centre of Bedford. The nearest airport, London Luton Airport (LTN), is 30 km away.
- Type
- Hotel
- Star rating
- ★★★★
- Check-in from
- 14:00
- Check-out until
- 12:00
- Rooms
- 113
- Floors
- 3
- Opened
- 1794
- Last renovated
- 2020
- Smoking
- Smoke-free property
- Other stays within 500 m
- 4
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How Bedford Swan Hotel scores
Compared with the average hotel in Bedford.
- Guest rating 8.1
- Location 8.2
- Facilities 4.2
- Spa & wellness 0.0
- Public transport 7.3
Bedford average
Amenities
RestaurantBarFree Wi-Fi24-hour room service
Food & drink
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar
- 24-hour room service
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
Parking & transport
- Parking
Services
- Luggage storage
In the rooms
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Coffee or tea maker
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Policies
- Smoke-free
Business
- Meeting rooms
Based on the property listing at our booking partner.
Location
- Location score
- 8.2/10
- Walk grade
- 90/100 Great for walkers
- Restaurants & cafés within 500 m
- 150
- Shops within 500 m
- 17
- Sights within 1 km
- 11
| Nearest stationBedford St Johns railway station | 640 m10 min walk |
|---|---|
| Nearest airportLondon Luton Airport (LTN) | 30 km67 min drive |
| Distance to the centreBedford | 280 m5 min walk |
Everyday places nearby
| Food shopThe Lotus Shop | 120 m2 min walk |
|---|---|
| PharmacyBoots | 330 m5 min walk |
Sights nearby
- Castle Bailey Gardens60 m
- The Higgins Bedford130 m
- Bedford Castle140 m
- Showboat Casino Slots210 m
- Panacea Museum220 m
- Albion Archaeology230 m
Weather in Bedford
Compare Bedford Swan Hotel with nearby hotels
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- Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel Hotel ★★★★ 120 m away8.2
- Verve Hotel Hotel ★★★★ 1.3 km away8.6
Questions about Bedford Swan Hotel
What are the check-in and check-out times at Bedford Swan Hotel?
Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00.
Does Bedford Swan Hotel include breakfast?
Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.
Is there parking at Bedford Swan Hotel?
Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.
How far is Bedford Swan Hotel from the airport?
The nearest airport, London Luton Airport (LTN), is 30 km away in a straight line.
When did Bedford Swan Hotel open?
Bedford Swan Hotel opened in 1794 and was last renovated in 2020.
How many rooms does Bedford Swan Hotel have?
Bedford Swan Hotel has 113 rooms on 3 floors.
Is there a supermarket or food shop near Bedford Swan Hotel?
Yes: The Lotus Shop, about 120 m away (2 min walk).
Where is the nearest pharmacy to Bedford Swan Hotel?
Boots is the closest pharmacy we know of, about 330 m away (5 min walk).
Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. How we score