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Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel

4.0 star property
Riverwalk hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Water view
Theatre show
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; British cuisine
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Room service
The current price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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2 St. Mary's Street, Bedford, England, MK42 0AR
  • Place, The Higgins Bedford
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bedford Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Priory Country Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

Classic Room, 2 Single Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Standard Room, 1 Single Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels, soap

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, River View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Privilege, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Privilege, Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, City View

Superior Suite, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, City View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Bedford

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel places you in the centre of Bedford, steps from St. Paul's Church and within a short 5-minute stroll of Bedford Corn Exchange. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, The Riverside Restaurant, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Riverside Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. 4230 square feet (393 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and coffee/tea in a common area. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .In proximity to this 4-property class Bedford hotel you'll find Woburn Safari Park.

What's nearby

  • The Higgins Bedford - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St. Paul's Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bedford Corn Exchange - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bedford Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Priory Country Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • St Johns Station - 8 min walk
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Arms - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪wagamama - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Albero Lounge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel

Riverwalk hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 4230 square feet (393 square metres) and includes conference space. A fitness centre, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Bedford hotel is smoke free.

  • 120 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 4230 sq ft of conference space
  • 393 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel offers 120 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (GBP 7 per night)

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; GBP 16 for adults and GBP 8 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • The Riverside Bar
  • The Riverside Restaurant

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,230 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Vibrating pillow alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 8 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of GBP 25 per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 25 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 16 for adults and from GBP 8 for children
  • Self-parking fee: GBP 7 per night
  • Pet deposit: GBP 25 per night
  • 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Eurocard, Barclaycard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Bedford Park Inn
Park Inn Bedford
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

As of 18 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel on 2 Jan 2026 start from AU$120.42, 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 Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

Yep, Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel has a self car park for GBP 7 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

The closest beach to Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel is The Beach (13.2 km).

What makes Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as comfy beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel.

Is Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, English breakfast is served on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

No, Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

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 Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel?

Dogs are welcome at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 452 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very good in all areas. I couldn't fault it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anmol

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shakila

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tammie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs a good clean, carpets, walls, windows.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Phil

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location on the river and convenient for town and the train station
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay.

We have stayed here on numerous occasions now,and never had a bad stay, well situated for the town.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Ranjit

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The room was dusty and not clean around the windows. The bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shaun

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Simon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable and the bathroom was good but the air conditioning didn’t work the windows didn’t close and the tv was terrible with poor sound quality
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Amenities
Lovely story great location and great staff. I like the place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ifeoluwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Okay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

C

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Prakash

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Awful. Lots of homeless around and drugs
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed my stay at this hotel. It was simple but met my needs as I didn’t stay in the hotel during the day. The bar had a decent selection of food, had a large well kept clean eating area, and the breakfast was good. Some parts of the hotel were tired looking, shut off and in a state of disrepair but the communal areas were well kept and attractive. Lovely view of the canal from the bar area and upstairs breakfast dining area, but I didn’t get a chance to walk along side of it. The car park was convenient as it was located downstairs and easy to get to. Was a bit of a maze in the actual hotel but you quickly got used to where to go. I stayed on the 2nd floor and didn’t have the best view from my hotel window as it overlooked a large roof with a big metal pipe. Would have hoped the window would open even just a little for fresh air at night. I think there was an air con unit in the room (didn’t try it), but I personally prefer natural air. Parking cost £7 per night (24hours). Staff were helpful . I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room modern. Food in hotel good though not as good as local restaurants. Biggest problem was inconsistant houskeeping eg no cleaming on 2 days and no replenishment of used items eg coffee on other days.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Neil

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025