The Bedfordshire Family Hotels Guide

hotels and other accommodation for families travelling with children


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set amidst 1000 acres of Capability Brown designed parkland and landscaped gardens and offers a host of relaxing leisure facilities

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set in a quiet, riverside location amidst 3.5 acres of landscaped gardens on Bedford's outskirts; bedrooms are spacious and well-appointed

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charming, character features in public areas and some classic bedrooms blend with more contemporary bedrooms at this welcoming hotel

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a hotel near the M1, Luton Airport and train station, with informal dining and sleek modern rooms, each with blackout curtains and a mini fridge

Holiday Inn Express

Luton Airport

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features bright, modern rooms, a 24-hour reception and an Express Cafe/Bar serving all day and is the closest hotel to the terminal

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a modern hotel with well-appointed rooms located beside Luton Airport Parkway Station and a few minutes drive from the airport and the M1

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a bright, modern hotel situated on the outskirts of Bedford with good access to the A6, A421, A1 and M1 making it a good exploring base

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makes an ideal base for exploring local attractions including Whipsnade Zoo and Woburn Safari Park; short drive from M1 and Luton Airport

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in the historic quarter of Luton, a period hotel, newly updated, features stylish, contemporary accommodation for a relaxing and convenient stay

Holiday Inn

Luton Airport

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a contemporary hotel that is situated within a 10 minute walk of the airport terminal, it offers a 24-hour bar and 24-hour room service

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set in a quiet location on the outskirts of Luton yet within an easy drive of the airport, M1 and the nearby Bedfordshire countryside

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Luton Airport

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a modern chain hotel - under half a mile from Luton Airport - offers well-equipped rooms for a comfortable stay before or after a flight

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a traditional hotel near Bedford's centre has transformed its interior to offer stylish dining and smart rooms with contemporary colour schemes

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a modern chain hotel in the heart of Luton, with good airport links, has stylishly contemporary rooms and complimentary hot drinks in reception

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ideally placed between the M1 and the town centre and just 10 minutes drive from the airport

Crown Hotel

Biggleswade

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in this bustling market town, a traditional inn now has the JD Wetherspoon smart rooms and tasty, good value menu in the restaurant

Swan Hotel

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a stylish, independent hotel set on the River Great Ouse with elegant, individually designed bedrooms and a riverside brasserie and bar

The Swan Hotel

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a former coaching inn where the decor blends original features with a more contemporary touch

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an ideally placed hotel with the railway station and main shopping area easily accessible on foot

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a 17th century Grade II listed building in Biggleswade now houses a large refurbished hotel with a range of comfortable rooms and suites

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a former warehouse in Bedford centre is now a characterful Wetherspoon inn with luxurious rooms, a sociable bar and good value food

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offers simple style rooms in a separate lodge building next to the pub and restaurant

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a country hotel near Bedford, situated on the A507 near the A1 and M1, offers travellers a friendly welcome to modern, simply-furnished rooms

The Heath Inn

Heath & Reach

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a traditional pub with comfortable bedrooms, serves hearty fare and real ales and is located within a short drive of the A5 and Woburn Safari Park

The Dukes

Heath & Reach

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an 18th century grade II listed Georgian thatched inn and restaurant offers four self-contained, well-equipped rooms in a converted stable

The Red Lion

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a delightful hotel in a village near Bedford features exquisitely-designed rooms with a garden theme, and a restaurant with seasonal dishes

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in a charming small market town, a Georgian Grade II listed hotel steeped in history offers boutique bedrooms blending character with modernity

The Pippins

Thorncote Green

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the facilities at this country B&B include an indoor swimming pool, spa and hot tub, and the farm opposite provides the breakfast produce

Hyde Mill

East Hyde

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a charming 19th century water mill on the banks of the River Lea offers high quality contemporary B&B rooms and self-catering apartments

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an attractive red brick farm house, with beautiful views over the Ouse Valley offers comfortable, self-contained rooms with sitting/kitchen areas

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a traditional Victorian pub on the edge of Dunstable, handy for Luton Airport, offers comfortable rooms and serves a hearty breakfast

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an inn in a small town between Luton and Bedford, praised for its hearty pub food and the rooms combining period character with modern comfort

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set back off the A1 you'll find this comfortable accommodation set on a 300 acre working farm

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