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A calm, comfortable base for business travel in Bedford

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A seamless, restful stay that makes business travel easier

Whether you’re visiting for a meeting or an overnight trip, The Embankment Hotel offers a calm, comfortable base in the heart of Bedford. With a convenient location, quiet rooms, and great food on-site, everything is set up to make your stay effortless from arrival to departure.

Perks of staying with us on business

Local

Situated in the heart of Bedford, The Embankment places you within easy reach of the town centre, transport links, and key business destinations.
No long commutes. No unnecessary stress. Just a stay that fits around your schedule.

Peaceful

After a busy day, a good night’s sleep matters. Our rooms are designed with comfort and calm in mind, offering a quiet space to switch off, recharge, and prepare for the day ahead.

Perks

Regular corporate stays can benefit from your own special rates. Discuss your travel needs with our Sales Manager today and save*

Our Rooms

All of our rooms have comfy beds, great linen, lovely bathrooms and eco-friendly toiletries, as well as amenities like flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WIFI and tea and coffee-making facilities to make you feel right at home. We of course love well-behaved dogs and have several rooms available so your ‘other’ best friend can join you, call us directly on 01234 261332 to book in your furry friend.

Double Rooms

All our rooms are en-suite. Each room is beautifully furnished with comfy beds, great linen and power showers. Home comforts like flat-screen TV with freeview, free wi-fi & tea & coffee facilities. Our double rooms have either double or kingsize beds.

Twin Rooms

Our twin rooms are full of character with comfy beds and lovely cotton bed linen. Please mention at time of booking if you wish for this room to be made up as a twin with 2 single beds.

Accessible Rooms

Our accessible rooms are located on the ground floor of our hotel for convenience of our guests with additional mobility needs, offering step-free access, wider doorways, and thoughtfully designed bathroom facilities for ease and comfort.

Bed & Breakfast

All of our rooms are inclusive of breakfast when you stay with us, unlike when you book on a third-party travel agency like Booking.com or Expedia. You'll always find the best rate direct either by price or value.

Evening Dining

Evening dining when staying with The Embankment offers a relaxed way to unwind after a day of work. Host clients or simply relax without the fuss. 

Local in the heart of Bedford

Train Station

5 mins via car

Taxi's are located outside of Bedford Train Station for ease but you can also use a reliable local service like Clapham Cars by calling 01234 327000 and our hotel is a short 5 minute journey

Bedford Town

5 mins - 10min walk

Situated beside the River Ouse, it is easily reached by walking south from the central shopping area, crossing near St Paul's Church, and navigating to the Embankment

Universal

10 mins via car

The Embankment is only 10 minutes away from the proposed area of the new Universal Studios location. We are also around 7 minutes away from their offices at Bedford Borough

Business Centres

7 mins to Elms Farm Industrial Estate
8 mins - Priory Business Park
8 mins - Manton Lane
8 mins - Arkwright Road Industrial Estate

FAQ'S

Business users can have peace of mind from last-minute changes to plans with free 24-hour cancellation* on most rates. 

*excludes advanced room-only rates.

All rooms include a desk to work or feel free to pop down to our restaurant and enjoy a more sociable setting to work and meet colleagues or partners. If you require meeting space, please speak to one of the team about our meeting rooms. Free, super-fast, reliable WIFI to keep you connected.

Yes, all corporate rates can be used to book on our hotel reservation system, so you do not need to speak to a member of the team.

You will not benefit from any direct booking rates or perks if you have booked through a travel agency like Booking.com or Expedia. You'll still received the same great service throughout your stay though.

Our check-in times are 3pm on the day of arrival. Early check-ins can be organised prior to your arrival but may be subject to a surcharge and availability. You can also drop off your bags if you have urgent business to attend to and we'll leave them in your room once you are back. 

Checkout: Our standard check-out time is 11am, giving you enough time to wake up and plan for your day without rushing. Late check-outs are subject to a surcharge and availability. 

* Corporate rates are subject to minimum stays per annum.

Contact us

Get in touch with us here at The Embankment Hotel. Discuss your reservation for hotel rooms or dining reservations, plan an event or simply to discuss feedback.
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Father's Day

2 Courses 35 | 3 Courses 42

Celebrate the father figures who deserve it most with a memorable Father's Day at The Embankment. Gather the family, settle in by the river, and enjoy our specially curated Father's Day menu. Tables fill quickly, so book early and make it a day to remember.

Important booking update

We are making some improvements to our hotel booking system at present. please call the hotel reception to make a hotel booking or amend an existing booing.

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Select your date of visit and your booking type. please ensure you add notes about dietary requirements, if you're bringing a dog or if you need a highchair. Please include all children in your booking numbers.

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