Embankment Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1626 reviews)
The Embankment , Bedford , GB

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and professional staff
Great location
Delicious food
Cons:
Noise from other guests
Parking difficulties
Some room features need updating

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
Mentioned as clean and comfortable in reviews.
Service
9.01
Staff were consistently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.05
Superb location with river views and close to town.
Room Quality
8
Some rooms were comfortable but had noise issues.
Amenities
8.53
Amenities noted were standard for the hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.39
Value perceived as good for the offerings and service.
Food and Beverage
8.94
Breakfast was excellent and menu choices were praised.
Overall Experience
8.51
Guests expressed overall happiness with their stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:26

Property Description

Riverside Charm: Nestled beside the serene River Ouse, The Embankment Hotel offers a picturesque setting with tranquil gardens and a Victorian bridge, just a stone's throw away from the town centre.

Pub and Dining Delights: Indulge in delectable dishes with a view at the friendly pub and dining area overlooking the Ouse. Savor a variety of real ales, wines, and speciality coffees, or bask in the sun while enjoying afternoon cream tea outdoors.

Cultural Exploration: Explore nearby attractions such as the Bedford Museum and the acclaimed Cecil Higgins Art Gallery, a leisurely stroll away from the hotel.

Experience riverside relaxation and cultural discoveries at The Embankment Hotel. Book your stay now for a delightful retreat by the River Ouse.

Important information:

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

Please be aware that this a busy pub, and some noise may be expected.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1626 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 8.94
Overall Experience: 8.51
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steve • solo_traveller • gb
8
Thankyou staff
Pros:

Food, staff in restaurant

Cons:

Price

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • gb
10
Just perfect!
Pros:

Such friend staff and very helpful and accommodating

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Hendrik • couple • nl
10
Great staff, nice atmosphere, super clean and cosy room, great view, great location
Pros:

Great staff, nice atmosphere, super clean and cosy room, great view, great location

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Gribbon • couple • ie
10
Highly recommended
Pros:

Great location friendly staff and food was excellent

Cons:

Nothing keep up the good work

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
8
Perfect
Pros:

Convenient

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Omar • couple • it
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

The location and general standard of the hotel.

Cons:

A good location

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Emily • extended_group • gb
10
Lovely hotel
Pros:

Lovely place to stay, hard in the hot weather as unable to open the windows properly. But otherwise clean tidy and spacious rooms

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
9
Comfortable rooms
Pros:

Nice rooms, TV was abit small, but overall very nice.

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • hu
7
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Philip • extended_group • gb
9
probably the best hotel in bedford and definitely value for money.
Pros:

Accomodation excellent, room spacious, good power shower.
Staff friendly and helpful.
Location on the river next to park excellent and walkable distance to town centre for off-site entertainment/dining good.

Cons:

Chef issues with breakfast and evening meal, small but annoying - Eggs Benedict hollandaise sauce cold and 'Warm baked Camembert' - dish piping hot but cheese itself cold!
Rest of breakfast/evening meal dining fine.
Parking awkward for guests at weekend as bar visitors take all the spaces but the staff paid for parking on side of Embankment when unable to get into car park.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

The location and the staff were really nice and friendly.

Cons:

There menus in the room for bar food but did not state if room service was availible.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Maria Rosa • couple • it
8
Ottimo soggiorno di qualche notte
Pros:

La struttura è molto carina, situata davanti al fiume dove si possono fare delle piacevoli passeggiate. Le camere sono carine e il bagno è ampio. Anche se non avevamo preso la colazione, in camera comunque ogni giorno venivano forniti te, caffè, cioccolata calda solubili e dei biscottini confezionati, nonché due bottigliette d’acqua. Molto apprezzati. La camera era abbastanza pulita per gli standard inglesi.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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walker • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Clare • solo_traveller • gb
7
This was my second stay at the Embankment. The comments I have made are hopefully taken as constructive feedback rather
Pros:

Great position, lovely riverside location with walks on the doorstep. Very friendly, helpful and attentive staff who were keen to make my stay positive. Comfortable bed, great river view, modern bathroom. Substantial breakfasts!

Cons:

Some parts of the property are a little ‘tired’. I had problems with the curtains - high window which could do with a pole. I couldn’t move them from a partly closed position. Frayed curtain edge showed others had had a similar problem. Parking was a problem on the Friday evening. No on site spaces and surrounding area was for permit holders. As an elderly driver I would have welcomed advice on alternative parking.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Paige • couple • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Charlie • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Ralph • solo_traveller • az
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Goodwin • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great place to stay
Pros:

Lovely location overlooking the river, staff friendly and welcoming. Excellent breakfast.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Lovely location by the riverside. Super breakfast on the terrace. Friendly staff.

Cons:

Short bed. Room at front of hotel was very hot. Woken by barrels being delivered at 7am on a bank holiday.

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee