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The Embankment

4.0 star property
Upscale inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Shower, free toiletries, towels
Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Restaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

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The Embankment, Bedford, England, MK40 3PD
  • Popular LocationBedford Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationPriory Country Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Pod Raceway26 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LHR-Heathrow)79 min drive

Room options

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Premium Room

Premium Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

Family Double Room, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

9.4/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Bedford

At The Embankment you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of St. Paul's Church and Oasis Beach Pool. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and luggage storage. Each morning English breakfast is served between 7 AM and 11:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .With a stay at this 4-property class Bedford inn, you'll be 20.9 km (13 mi) from Woburn Safari Park.
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What's nearby

  • St. Paul's Church - 7 min walk
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 15 min walk
  • Bedford Park - 3 min drive
  • Priory Country Park - 4 min drive
  • Santa Pod Raceway - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Bedford St Johns Station - 14 min walk
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 6 min walk
  • The Embankment, Bedford - 1 min walk
  • George & Dragon - 7 min walk
  • Longhome - 6 min walk
  • The Rose - 7 min walk

About this property

The Embankment

Upscale inn with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bedford inn is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Embankment offers 19 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Bedford inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 7 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Embankment Hotel Bedford
Embankment Hotel
Embankment Bedford
Embankment Inn Bedford
Embankment Inn
The Embankment Inn
The Embankment Bedford
The Embankment Inn Bedford

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Embankment?

The Embankment offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Embankment?

As of 23 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Embankment on 29 May 2024 start from NZ$221.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at The Embankment?

Yep, The Embankment has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Embankment?

The closest beach to The Embankment is The Beach (13.5 km).

What makes The Embankment a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Embankment.

Does The Embankment serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers give a thumbs up to the English brekkie here! Offered daily between 7 AM and 11:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Embankment?

No, The Embankment does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Embankment?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Embankment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Embankment?

Dogs are welcome at The Embankment, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Embankment Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 237 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 237 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value stay
Large family gathering the staff really helpful and the food was good. Stayed overnight and the room was very clean and large, little noisy as we were at the front but not a real problem. Brerakfast was very good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Graham

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the Embankment are amazing, friendly and helpful! They made my stay a great experience and would gladly stay with them again. They were so understanding of our emergency, and allowed us a late check out with no hassle. And amazing staff, thank you! The property was extremely well maintained and clean, very cozy and comfortable room. The property has lots of amazing touches that make it comfortable and welcoming. I would definitely recommend a stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Eddie

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great bed & breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was extremely basic. Its a pub with s fewcrooms as opposed to a hotel. No one was available for check-in, waited ages, when i did check-in,there were no towels, had to ask. Way over priced. Would not stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location! Staff so attentive And friendly . Food was excellent .
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

K

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel opposite the beautiful river,
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel!
Everything was great - friendly staff, nice interior and wonderful atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023