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The Embankment Hotel is in a beautiful location beside the River Ouse. Only a few minutes’ walk from the town centre, this riverside setting overlooks quiet gardens and a Victorian bridge. The Embankment has a friendly pub and a dining area with a view of the Ouse. Food is served all day and drinks include real ales, wines and speciality coffees. On sunnier days you can sit outside with an afternoon cream tea. A short stroll from the Embankment Hotel is the Bedford Museum, and the award-winning Cecil Higgins Art Gallery. All bedrooms all en suite and have telephone and television. The Embankment Hotel was founded in 1891 by the Castle Brewery.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available at the hotel

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 double bed
and
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.8
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
High score for Bedford
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Malahova
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I did like everything. We had amazing weekend, definitely will repeat again.
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent food and drink from the restaurant downstairs
  • Kez
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location, the view from the room of the river was amazing, comtfortable bed, excellent quality of the coffee and drinks provided.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Embankment
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Embankment Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Pet bowls
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Emergency cord in bathroom
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Embankment Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

From 07:30 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Maestro Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Embankment Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that on-site parking is limited, and is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please be aware that this a busy pub, and some noise may be expected.

Please inform Embankment Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Embankment Hotel

  • Embankment Hotel is 600 yards from the centre of Bedford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Embankment Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Canoeing
    • Happy hour
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Themed dinner nights

  • Check-in at Embankment Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Embankment Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Embankment Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Family

  • Embankment Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • The Embankment