Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

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Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (3217 reviews)
Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction , Bedford , gb
+44 371 902 1602

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good breakfast options
Comfortable stay
Convenient location
Cons:
Smelly bathroom
Limited plug points
No bathtub/shower

Categories

Cleanliness
8.23
Several reviews comment on the cleanliness of rooms and common areas, but there were a few mentions of smelly bathrooms.
Service
8.7
Frequent positive mentions of friendly and helpful staff across multiple reviews.
Location
8.54
Good location noted in several reviews due to accessibility and nearby amenities.
Room Quality
8.39
Generally comfortable rooms, though some mentioned size and firmness issues.
Amenities
8.32
Adequate facilities mentioned, but some improvements for comfort were suggested.
Value for Money
8.38
Most reviews stated that the stay was worth the price paid, with several comments about good breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Mixed reviews on breakfast quality, with mentions of some subpar items.
Overall Experience
8.5
Overall positive sentiment from various reviews, with many mentioning they would return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-19 20:18

Property Description

Convenient Location in Bedford
Located just 21 km from Woburn Abbey, Holiday Inn Express Bedford, an IHG Hotel offers a comfortable stay with a garden, free private parking, and a shared lounge.

Modern Amenities
Experience a relaxing stay in air-conditioned rooms equipped with a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and a safety deposit box. Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property and make use of the 24-hour reception for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day right with a choice of continental, vegetarian, or vegan breakfast served every morning. Additionally, unwind with a drink at the bar or dine in the on-site restaurant.

Book your stay at Holiday Inn Express Bedford, an IHG Hotel for a memorable experience in Bedford.

Important information:

Room allocated on arrival', room types are allocated on arrival at the hotel's discretion and your choice of bed type is not guaranteed. Pets are welcome at our hotel. An additional charge of GBP 30 per pet per stay applies. Pre-booking is essential.
Please contact the hotel to check availability.
If booking a Double Room with Sofa Bed and you require the hotel to set up the extra bed, please inform the hotel via the Special Requests box during the booking process.
No cash payments are allowed
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LTN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 3217 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.23
Service: 8.7
Location: 8.54
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 8.32
Value for Money: 8.38
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.5
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David • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • gb
6
Reasonable but needs updating
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Dated. Light in bathroom didn’t work
Shower overflowed

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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April • couple • gb
7
Great budget hotel for short stay
Pros:

Staff very friendly,was clean and breakfast good

Cons:

Right next to main road,couldn’t walk to anywhere..

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Asif • extended_group • gb
1
Not recommended at all rooms outdated and not clean
Pros:

Check in was ridiculous machines didn’t work took over 45mins staff not sure what to do short of staff new members not trained

Cons:

Car park full took an hour and then had to park on kerb and staff not helpful

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Location, food, nice clean rooms, friendly staff.

Cons:

We liked everything.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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christine • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

It was comfortable/ great for the pets

Cons:

nothing

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Chantel • couple • gb
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Bernice • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The staff are really helpful and hardworking.

Cons:

Mix up with the room and check your aerial is plugged in or your TV won't work.

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • extended_group • mq
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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simone • extended_group • jm
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Charles • extended_group • gb
9
Easy to find very nice property very welcome and helpful stuff
Pros:

Easy to find a staff were very welcoming and helped with your needs

Cons:

The only problem I had was the air-conditioning was broken and it was making a lot of noise and the fan in the room didn’t work but apart from that else was okay

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • couple • gb
7
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Michael • extended_group • gb
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Tuija • family_with_children • fi
6
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • extended_group • gb
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Sandra • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee