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The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Enjoy a comfortable dining experience with a variety of seating options and a warm ambiance.
Experience the tranquility of a riverside retreat, surrounded by historic charm and scenic views.
Guests can enjoy a serene riverside setting with a dock extending into the water, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Relax under the canopy, surrounded by a beautifully maintained lawn and a serene pond.
Cozy space with a brick fireplace, seating area, and window with a lattice design.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Cardington Road, Bedford, England, MK44 3SA
  • Priory Country Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Bedford Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Box End Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Bedford

At The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Priory Country Park and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Oasis Beach Pool. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Kingfisher Pub is open for breakfast, brunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 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 hotel, you'll be 22.1 km (13.7 mi) from Woburn Safari Park.

What's nearby

  • Priory Country Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bedford Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Box End Park - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Shuttleworth Collection - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Kempston Hardwick Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Toby Carvery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendover Caffe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

Hotel in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 3 meeting rooms available. A library, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the business-friendly The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Bedford hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel offers 49 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Bedford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones.

Languages

English, French, Hungarian, Latvian, Lithuanian, Portuguese, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kingfisher Pub

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • 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 continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Yep, The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

The closest beach to The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel is The Beach (13.4 km).

Is The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a picnic area, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, continental brekkie is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

No, The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Cats and dogs are welcome at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel, with food and water bowls on offer.

The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 296 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 296 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 296 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 296 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 296 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in this beautiful property for a wedding. Very comfortable bed and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel/pub good value
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chien-Sheng

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Annina

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Nick

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

Avoid

The rooms are clean and nice but no better than a Premier Inn so at £125 a night I expected a bit better. Don't eat in the restaurant if you are hungry! It's minimalistic and wildly overpriced for average at best food. They also put a service charge on before you get the bill which I found very arrogant. I requested it be removed both times as the service was poor.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Moanamisi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chrys

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
1) A convenient location. 2) Clean and comfortable room. 3) Good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Dynamic pricing rip off for a shabby room.

I was in Bedford to clear my late parent's house, as I didn't know how long it would take, I booked into several hotels during my stay. Having noticed that the bigger hotels were indulging in dynamic pricing on one evening I booked into the Kingfisher (at about 6pm, so I can't imagine there would be massive amounts of people searching for a room at that time), assuming that as it was an independent hotel they must be offering something special for the exorbitant room rate,I am not allowed to mention otherwise my review is not allowed to be posted especially as the photographs would indicate that it was a very nice hotel, with bright and airy rooms. What I got was a dingy room with no air con, no mini fridge and tired decor which quite frankly was below the standards of what you'd find in a premier inn. It was quite galling to note that a couple of days later they were charging almost fifty per cent less . So I guess that dynamic pricing practices aren't just for the big boys. Frankly even £89 would still be too much for what you get. They promise "views over our grounds " well, I suppose that technically, the car park is within the grounds so the view of the car park I got would be covered by that statement, but it isn't what you'd really imagine from the website. Once bitten, twice shy. i won't be staying there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcohm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024