Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

Hotels
Holiday Inn Express
8.4 (3183 reviews)
Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction , Bedford , gb

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 3183 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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Dean couple gb
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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Fezan solo_traveller us
1
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Graham family_with_children gb
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
F
Fezan solo_traveller us
1
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Claudia couple gb
7
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

The room was clean and comfortable.
The breakfast was excellent.

Cons:

The evening meal was below average.

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Ruth couple gb
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Martin solo_traveller gb
10
Vg
Pros:

Very good

Cons:

Television not tuned properly

2026-06-30 via Nuitee
G
Graham family_with_children hk
10
Excellent
Pros:

Staff, comfort, rooms, food.

Cons:

I can’t think of anything.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Simon couple gb
10
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Tracy solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Friendly staff, decent room, especially nice as it was one of the hottest days of the year, and the air con was so welcome.

Didn't have breakfast as we decided to sleep in a bit.
Hotel ood value for what we paid.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Robyn couple au
8
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Sally couple gb
8
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Gail solo_traveller gb
9
Good location, very clean and comfy rooms. Staff were very polite and helpful on arrival.
Pros:

Excellent staff (Olly) made a point of asking me what room I wanted and gave me a choice of two that he felt suited my needs. Very clean room. Comfy bed and good quality facilities.

Cons:

Nothing really. Suited what I needed.

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Abigail solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Nicola solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Staff were very welcoming and the children liked the blue lights in the bathroom. Aircon worked really well too.

Cons:

There weren't that many food options at breakfast.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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mrs michelle solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

It was nice and clean and the staff was very helpful

Cons:

There was no kettle in the room so i couldnt make a hot drink

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Keith solo_traveller gb
10
First class
Pros:

Excellent location luxury villa with all amenities comfortable elegant so peaceful but close toain town thank you so much our holiday was outstanding

Cons:

Beds not made just new sheets delivered
plants not watered had I not watered the basil it would be dead by now
Menial things really

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Victoria solo_traveller gb
10
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Sue couple gb
5
We will definitely not stay in this hotel again.
Pros:

The staff we had contact with were friendly and helpful where possible. The hotel was clean and still has daily housekeeping which many hotels do not provide nowadays. The breakfast was fine.

Cons:

Our bathroom had no extractor fan which was not good, especially considering the heat during the time we were there. The The finaltelevision remote did not work due to it not being compatible with the tv; this was realised by one of the staff members who came to change the battery. Milk sachets in the room had curdled and when I asked for replacements the ones I was given were in the same condition. Surely the hotel could have rules in place that during very hot weather such products should be refrigerated until the guests arrive, not left in the rooms.A staff member brought a pot of tea to our room, with fresh milk from the fridge. This was after I had been downstairs to reception three times as the hotel had removed all internal phones from the rooms.

2026-06-27 via Nuitee