The Kingfisher

Hotels
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Classic British Hotels
8.4 (1231 reviews)
Cardington Road , Bedford , GB

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Comfortable rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Outdated furniture
Hard beds
Some amenities can improve

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some guests mentioned cleanliness issues, particularly regarding bathrooms and upkeep.
Service
9.15
Staff were frequently described as friendly and enthusiastic, with many positive mentions.
Location
9.15
The hotel is in a very nice and convenient location by the river.
Room Quality
8.15
Rooms are generally comfortable, though some found the bed hard.
Amenities
8.15
Bar and restaurant were positively noted, although some amenities could be improved.
Value for Money
8.15
While some found the price high, others felt good value for money was received.
Food and Beverage
8.15
Food quality varied; some meals were excellent, while others were average.
Overall Experience
8.65
Overall, many guests had a very positive experience, with a few minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 08:42

Property Description

Riverside Pub with Rooms on the River Great Ouse

Tranquil Setting and Delicious Dining
The Kingfisher offers a tranquil setting with views of the River Great Ouse and a local country park. Enjoy friendly service and delicious food, wines, and cask ales. Relax on the terrace by the river for a memorable dining experience.

Quality Ingredients and Comfortable Accommodation
Championing quality ingredients, the Kingfisher sources locally for a fresh dining experience. Choose from a variety of bedroom options, each with spacious bathrooms and essential amenities like a TV and tea/coffee facilities.

Nearby Attractions and Easy Access
Conveniently located near the M1 motorway, explore attractions like Woburn Abbey and Safari Park. Immerse yourself in nature and culture while staying just minutes away from major roadways.

Book your stay at The Kingfisher for a delightful riverside retreat.

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1231 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.15
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 8.15
Overall Experience: 8.65
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Ian • family_with_children • gb
6
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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paul • couple • gb
8
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Berna • family_with_children • gb
10
A warm, friendly place to stay
Pros:

Such a beautiful place to stay. It's more of a homely feel than anything else. Going outside and sitting by the lake was a definite highlight for us. Will definitely stay again!

Cons:

Nothing. It's perfect as it is

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Went for 2 days for a wedding everything was great
Pros:

Breakfast good, location good ,

Cons:

Nothing everything was great

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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bernard • couple • fr
5
Good apart from the payment misunderstanding.
Pros:

Staff were very pleasant and helpful

Cons:

We paid for breakfast for three days. On the third day we were refused breakfast. They said we hadnt paid. I had to show my bank payment, which is not very proffesional of them.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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John • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Margaret • couple • gb
4
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Curly Quill • couple • gb
7
Nice place, good location, decor a bit tired and the rooms need an update.
Pros:

Restaurant good with lovely staff. Rooms were good and all in all a reasonable place to stay.

Cons:

Vehicles delivering to the kitchen from 4am was obtrusive as right below our window. Once you were aware of activity at that time of the morning it is difficult to get back to sleep

2026-10-17 • via Nuitee
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Jenny • couple • gb
2
Wouldn’t recommend lacks attention to detail for an excellent stay
Pros:

Liked the big car park. Outside building looks interesting with character. The photos on website was the reason we booked

Cons:

Cleanliness ofroom was poor cobwebs on ceiling, heavily soiled mattress protector covered by clean sheets.
Lack of attention to detail,room no heating ,had to ask for a heater,worn carpet due to carpet moths ,low water pressure, scratched paintwork all put together not a great stay.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Trisha • family_with_children • gb
5
2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Andrew Hunter • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

The location

Cons:

No heating, broken light

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
5
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Chris • couple • gb
10
We will definitely be returning.
Pros:

The location was very close to the function we were attending.
The staff were all very helpful and food was excellent.

2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-10-08 • via Nuitee
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sewell • couple • gb
10
GOod
Pros:

Good room, good food, great service and a river view. All at a decent price.

Cons:

All great

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Jo • couple • gb
9
Excellent!
Pros:

The staff were very welcoming when we arrived with our two labradors. Our room was conveniently situated on the ground floor, it was spacious, clean and well equipped, even supplying bowls and beds for our dogs (though admittedly slightly two small for our big girls!). We were very happy with the restaurant, we had two breakfasts which were very high quality and an equally good lunch. We will definitely book again when visiting relatives in the vicinity.

Cons:

The only slight gripe is that the hot buffet breakfast had gone rather cold, even though we were first down for breakfast.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Aidan • couple • gb
9
Would definitely recommend
Pros:

Great location by the river, nice grounds, nice building. Staff were friendly and helpful

Cons:

Nothing really

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Anonymous • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee