Hotels 1 to 8 in Bedford, Bedfordshire

Premier Inn Bedford (Priory Marina) - Located within peaceful Priory Country Park, this comfortable and convenient hotel is a 5-minute drive from Bedford town centre. Within the country park is a cinema, gym and bingo - all only 5 minutes away. Priory Marina Beefeater is next door and has a large, attractive beer garden and alfresco dining area. Premier Inn Bedford Priory Marina hotel features a large, free car park ideal for bigger vehicles. Some rooms at Premier Inn can take 2 adults and up to 2 children (under 16 years). The 2 children also get a free full breakfast when accompanied by an adult eating a full breakfast. The all-you-can-eat breakfast includes the expected cooked items, including vegetarian sausages. There is also a wide continental selection.

Shakespeare Hotel - An independently owned hotel, bar and restaurant offering a delightful blend of style and comfort complimented by friendly staff. The hotel has 23 en suite bedrooms all fitted with private bathroom or shower and toilet. The Shakespeare Hotel has established an excellent reputation as a conference venue due to its 2 well-equipped rooms. The larger Juliets can be set up for up to 120 delegates. The hotel is the perfect setting for that very special occasion, be it a wedding, a civil wedding ceremony, social function, birthday party or anniversary. For weddings, the setting is romantic. Whether a small intimate dinner or a full reception, help is at hand to plan and advise during the months of preparation. The hotel encourages guests to book accommodation, creating a memorable gathering of family and friends.

De Pary's Hotel - A family-owned inn with a personal touch, De Pary's welcomes business and leisure guests with a beautiful garden, all within easy reach of the M1/A1 motorways. Hidden away in De Pary's is a truly lovely garden. Perfect for sitting out on a summer's evening or for the children to play in at the weekend. Enjoy a drink on the patio or in the conservatory, overlooking the lawns. Eat al fresco from your choice of restaurant or bar menu. Experiment with a few snacks with your wine. When the weather's right there is a barbecue, so bring along your friends to De Pary's in Bedford and enjoy the fun.

Woodland Manor Hotel - Woodlands Manor is a secluded grade ll listed manor house set in acres of wooded grounds and gardens. Woodlands Manor is situated only 2 miles from the centre of Bedford, being easily accessible from the M1. Woodlands Manor, with its stylish furnishing preserves the feel of a country house, with open fires, modern comforts and professional, courteous staff ensuring your stay will be a memorable one. All 32 bedrooms are individually decorated and vary in size, however all have excellent facilities which you would expect from a superior Country House Hotel. Facilities include Sky television, hospitality tray, direct dial telephones with modem points and trouser presses. We offer standard rooms and executive suites including four poster rooms. The elegantly refurbished Autographs is Woodlands Manor's award winning restaurant, hosting a variety of A la Carte dishes and bespoke menus that balance English traditional dishes with the French flair for fresh, light flavours, complemented by wines from well stocked cellars. The Lounge Bar offers a choice of Wines and Beverages from around the globe and along with the Room Service Menu, offers our guests an alternative dining experience.

Park Inn Bedford - The Park Inn Bedford is a wonderfully vibrant hotel, set in the busy market town of Bedford. Relax in the Pilgrim Bar before dining in the Terrace Restaurant or work out in The Body Club health & fitness centre. Whether you need somewhere for an overnight stay, an informal meeting, lunch, conference venue or a base for discovering the surrounding area, you'll find the Park Inn Bedford caters for all your needs. The Inn offer a comfortable and informal area which offers snacks and refreshments all day. The Body Club health and fitness centre is an added benefit, giving full cardiovascular resistance equipment with encouraging tuition from the trained instructors.

Queens Head Hotel - Located on the A6, The Queens Head Hotel is 5 miles (8 km) from Bedford. It has a restaurant and welcoming bar with excellent food and a good range of Real Ales. The restaurant serves fine English and continental cuisine and daily specials. The bedrooms are well-equipped and there are 4 ground-floor rooms, including a disabled twin room. Local attractions include the charming village of Felmersham with its old stone and thatch houses. Nearby Castle Ashby has a 16th-century house completed by Inigo Jones, with gardens created by Capability Brown.

The Barns Hotel - The Barns Hotel is situated in a beautiful riverside location, within 3.5 acres of landscaped gardens, yet just 10 miles from the M1 and 8 miles from A1. The tranquil setting offers views of the great River Ouse and the local country park and wonderful grounds in which to stroll and relax. For more strenuous activities, guests have access to the local Oasis Fitness and Leisure Club. Samuel Whitbread, founder of the brewing business, was born in the main house in 1720 and it remained within the Whitbread family until 1890s, becoming a hotel in 1987.

Bedford Swan Hotel - Bedford's most historic hotel has been transformed, and features sensational new rooms with air conditioning, a great town-centre location and stunning views over the River Ouse. The 18th-century Bedford Swan is full of character and history. It was built in 1794 for the 5th Duke of Bedford, and is one of the most distinctive hotels in the town. It has a Roman-bath-style pool and Jacuzzi. Spa treatments are available at an additional cost. Rooms are luxurious and comfortable and come with stylish furniture, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen 32-inch LCD TV (with movies). White Company toiletries are in all bathrooms. River Room Restaurant has an outdoor terrace overlooking the river and serves freshly prepared food. There are elegant meeting and function rooms for events.