HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS BEDFORD BY IHG - Bedford Elstow Interchange A6/A421 MK42 9BF

Elstow Interchange A6 / A421, Bedford, MK42 9BF United Kingdom

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In Bedford

8.6

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Call to book 1-800-219-2797

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You get free high-speed WiFi and a complimentary buffet breakfast, plus strong eco-friendly features (LED lighting, water-efficient fixtures, recycling and eco cleaning), wheelchair-accessible facilities, meeting space and free on-site parking, and it’s just a short drive from Box End Park and Priory Country Park.

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Free WiFi

Free buffet breakfast

Wheelchair accessible parking

Pets allowed

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Reviews

"Very good customer service"

Front desk staff was very helpful and professional.

Kenneth M. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 09 to Sun May 10 2026 at a £106.51 average nightly rate.

"Amazing"

5* clean rooms shower dinning room fair price good WiFi comfy bed clean lining ask them to change bedding clean room or bin daily you return to ur room its done great breakfast selection food n drink chatty n friendly reception very kid friendly perfect stay as always only hotel I use in Bedford.

Andrew F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 01 to Tue May 05 2026 at a £49.17 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

Located in Bedford, Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG is a 5-minute drive from Box End Park and 8 minutes from Priory Country Park. This hotel is 8.4 mi (13.6 km) from Wrest Park and 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Woburn Safari Park.

You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Stay in one of 80 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

City Centre Beford - 2.2 mi
Milton Keynes Shopping Centre - 12.4 mi
Stadiummk - 12.7 mi
Milton Keynes Dons Football Club - 12.7 mi
City Centre Milton Keynes - 12.7 mi
City Centre Luton - 14.3 mi
Kenilworth Road (Luton Town F.C.) - 15.4 mi
Luton Train Station - 15.7 mi
London Luton Airport - 16.2 mi
City Centre Wellingborough - 16.3 mi
Luton Airport (LTN) - 16.7 mi
City Centre Stevenage - 18.3 mi
Knebworth House - 19.7 mi
The Lamex Stadium - 19.8 mi
City Centre Northampton - 19.8 mi
City Centre Huntingdon - 19.9 mi
Sixfields Stadium - 21.2 mi
City Centre Kettering - 22.8 mi
City Centre Buckingham - 22.8 mi
City Centre Welwyn Garden City - 24.0 mi
City Centre Aylesbury - 24.5 mi

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in Bedford? This hotel has 721 square feet (67 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 2 meeting rooms. Free self parking is available onsite.

Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a vending machine.

Thank you for your recent enquiry at the Holiday Inn Express Bedford. Located in the East of England, Holiday Inn Express Bedford is an ideal location for major motorways situated close to the A1 and A6. Our Bedford hotel is 3 miles from the town centre and Bedford train station which has direct links to London Luton Airport Parkway station. Cities that are close by include Milton Keynes and Cambridge, giving you the perfect base to explore all the English countryside has to offer.

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Floors: 0

Rooms: 80

Non Smoking Rooms: 0

Suites: 0

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Meeting Rooms: 0

Ownership: Atlas Hotels

Total Taxes: 5.00%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Check-In Instructions:

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 mobile payments; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Amenities / Features

24-hour front desk
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Check In: 3:00 PM - anytime
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Conference center
Conference space
Conference space size (feet) - 721
Conference space size (meters) - 67
Daily
Double-glazing on all windows
Elevator
Elevator door width (centimeters) - 152
Elevator door width (inches) - 60
Energy-saving switches
Free WiFi
Free breakfast
Free buffet breakfast
Free self parking
FuturePlus
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Luggage storage
Meeting rooms
No accessible shuttle
No rollaway/extra beds available
Number of accessible parking spaces - 2
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of meeting rooms - 2
Number of restaurants - 1
Pets allowed
Pets cannot be left unattended
Professional property host/manager
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Smoke-free property
Snack bar/deli
Television in common areas
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Water dispenser use by guests actively encouraged
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant

Airport & Shuttle Info

Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Local Shuttle Info:

Pet Friendly?

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Pets allowed

Parking Info

We are pleased to offer free on-site car parking at this location.

Internet / WiFi

All our valued guests enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; our lounge bar serves a variety of hot and cold drinks throughout the day.

Pet fee: GBP 30 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)

Essential workers only - NO

Free Express Start Breakfast

Have their own 100% Arabica Smart Roast Coffee

Free high-speed internet service in every room

eHost Online Concierge Service where guests can learn about hotel amenities, major airlines nearby, up-to-date local weather and even car rental services

Perfect for the business traveler on the go, Holiday Inn Express offers 24/7 hours & photocopy services

The Holiday Inn Express highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Hotel breakfast - cooked buffet and continental options served at Holiday Inn Express Bedford - 0 miles - on-site and very convenient for starting the day

Day 2

Activity Elstow Abbey - peaceful medieval ruins and historic church with short walking routes - 0.6 miles - about a 12 minute walk from the hotel

Day 3

Lunch Riverside pub on Bedford Embankment - traditional British pub dishes with river views - 3.5 miles - roughly a 10 minute drive

Day 4

Dinner Town centre restaurant near The Higgins - modern British menu and evening atmosphere - 3 miles - about a 10 minute drive

Day 5

Breakfast Hotel breakfast - grab-and-go and hot items available at the hotel to suit an early start - 0 miles - on-site

Day 6

Activity Higgins Art Gallery & Museum - local history, fine art and family-friendly exhibits - 3 miles - about a 10 minute drive

Day 7

Lunch Café on The Embankment - light lunches, sandwiches and cakes with riverside seating - 3.2 miles - around a 10 minute drive

Day 8

Dinner Riverside dining or gastropub - seasonal British dishes and local ales close to the river - 3.5 miles - roughly a 10 minute drive

Day 9

Breakfast Hotel breakfast - hearty cooked options and continental buffet to fuel a busy day - 0 miles - on-site

Day 10

Activity Priory Country Park - lakeside walks, birdwatching and picnic spots for a relaxed outdoor day - 4 miles - about a 12 minute drive

Day 11

Lunch Park café or nearby country pub - casual lunch with outdoor seating ideal for families - 4 miles - around a 12 minute drive

Day 12

Dinner Comfortable local restaurant back in Bedford town centre - classic British or international dishes to round off the trip - 3 miles - about a 10 minute drive

Frequent Questions

FAQs about Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG have?

There are 80 rooms in the property.

What parking is available at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG?

We are pleased to offer free on-site car parking at this location.

How much does internet cost?

All our valued guests enjoy free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; our lounge bar serves a variety of hot and cold drinks throughout the day.

Is Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed.

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG.

Feel free to use the Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Bedford event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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