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The Willows Training Centre

3.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with golf course and fitness centre

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Lobby lounge
Breakfast and dinner served
Sports bar
Superior Double/Twin
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedford, England, MK44 3AL
  • Place, Wyboston Lakes Golf Course
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Woburn Safari Park
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Bletchley Park
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double/Twin

Superior Double/Twin

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Double Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Bedford

A family-friendly stay in Bedford awaits you at The Willows Training Centre. You'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wyboston Lakes Golf Course and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from St Neots Museum. Highlights at this hotel include a golf course, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The buffet restaurant, Cricket Kitchen, is open for breakfast and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym and sauna as well as access to golf lessons and a driving range. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Bedford hotel include Cineworld St Neots and Paxton Pits Nature Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Wyboston Lakes Golf Course - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Woburn Safari Park - 28 min drive - 38.6 km
  • University of Cambridge - 30 min drive - 37.3 km
  • National Bowl - 41 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Bletchley Park - 42 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • St Neots Station - 14 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tesco Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪ambience - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wyboston Lakes Conference Centre & Willows Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Willows Training Centre

Family-friendly hotel with golf course and fitness centre
The Willows Training Centre offers its guests a golf course, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A business centre and meeting rooms are available. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and an arcade/games room are also featured at the family-friendly The Willows Training Centre. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Bedford hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 193 guestrooms or units
  • 2 buildings
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Willows Training Centre offers 193 accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. 55-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Cricket Kitchen

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Golf carts
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Motor boating
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • 2 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 full breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
  • Spa fee: GBP 80

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Willows Training Centre?

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

Is parking available at The Willows Training Centre?

Yep, The Willows Training Centre has a free self car park.

What makes The Willows Training Centre a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Willows Training Centre.

Is The Willows Training Centre family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and a BBQ, it's no surprise that The Willows Training Centre is a hit with families.

Does The Willows Training Centre serve breakfast?

Yep, full breakfast is available weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM and on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Willows Training Centre?

No, The Willows Training Centre does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Willows Training Centre?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Willows Training Centre?

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

Are pets allowed at The Willows Training Centre?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Willows Training Centre?

Yep, The Willows Training Centre has an 18-hole golf course. A golf driving range, golf lessons, golf carts and a golf pro shop are also available.

The Willows Training Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 191 out of 450 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 450 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 57 out of 450 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 450 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 450 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Ipswich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient and close to main road.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

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

10/10 Excellent

Wai Ping

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Excellent hotel.

Helpful staff, beautifully clean hotel, great food and a comfortable bed. Aircon in the room would have been nice, it was hot weather and difficult to keep the room cool enough to sleep well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good sized rooms. Comfortable beds.Good choice at breakfast. Very convenient for major roads when travelling. Al in all a good find.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee, Darwen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place to stay and the area around is absolutely beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sasima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always useful to have a shower cap with a rainforest shower.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cricket bar with retro games, pool.tabkes, darts and sports great. Food lovely. Rooms very very warm, fan provided but good excuse to enjoy the facilities to enjoy cooler air
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds and pillows a bit to soft. Bed moved as went to sit on it. No locks on the wheels of the base.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, well rquipped room, even fan with an iron and ironing board.
Lake opposite accommodation
Car park and accommodation in background
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good price, handy for ongoing journies, friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edmunds

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mike

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Overnight stay

The room was very warm even though the fan was on. The vegetarian dish halloumi salad had lots of olives which wasn’t mentioned on menu. All the staff were very efficient Breakfast a bit pricey.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness
No full length mirror in the room, breakfast was appalling over cooked and cold, cold plates made it even worse
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and plenty parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon

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

Rest and relaxation

Lovely stay and sooooo chilled. Comfy bed and good night's sleep. Staff very friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Comfortable stay

Lovely, clean room. It is on the small side but enough for solo traveller. Nice hotel. Spacious lobby. Good signposting to rooms. Free coffee on arrival. Only issue - no hot water. Rang to sort it out but went to voicemail so had cold shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Penelope

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice property which was clean with ample space for storage. A nice room though quite hot without Aircon, though there was a fan. The reception area was spacious with lots of amenities and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025