The Barns Hotel, Bedford
Cardington Road, Bedford, MK44 3SA
Guest Rating: 
3.8 / 5
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About The Barns Hotel hotel
The Barns Hotel is situated in a beautiful riverside location, within 3.5 acres of landscaped gardens, yet just 10 miles from the M1 and 8 miles from A1.
The tranquil setting offers views of the great River Ouse and the local country park and wonderful grounds in which to stroll and relax.
For more strenuous activities, guests have access to the local Oasis Fitness and Leisure Club. Samuel Whitbread, founder of the brewing business, was born in the main house in 1720 and it remained within the Whitbread family until 1890s, becoming a hotel in 1987.
Hotel Facilities
General
- 24-Hour Front Desk,
- Bar,
- Breakfast Buffet,
- Continental Breakfast,
- Express Check-In/Check-Out,
- Free Parking,
- Garden,
- Gay Friendly,
- Heating,
- Luggage Storage,
- Non-Smoking Rooms,
- Parking,
- Restaurant,
- Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests,
- Safety Deposit Box,
- Terrace.
Activities
- Hiking.
Services
- Breakfast in the Room,
- Bridal Suite,
- Dry Cleaning,
- Fax/Photocopying,
- Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included,
- Internet Services,
- Laundry,
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities,
- Room Service,
- Shoe Shine,
- Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN.
Hotel Policies
Important! Some policies may vary from these depending on your room, date and rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.
Check In / Check Out
- You may check in from 14:00 hours onwards.
- You must check out by 12:00 hours.
Cancellations
If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
To cancel an existing booking please go to the Cancellation page.
Extra Charges
15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Deposit
No deposit will be charged.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Children and extra beds
All children are welcome. All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All children under 15 years stay free of charge for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.
Payment - We accept
- Visa,
- Maestro,
- American Express,
- Master Card,
- Diners Card.
Important Information
Anglers Restaurant will be closed for dinner on the following dates in 2009: 24 October; 7, 28 November; 04, 05, 11, 12, 16, 19, 20 December. An alternative restaurant will be available.
Room information
The hotel has 48 well appointed bedrooms, ranging from standard twin and doubles, to suites and executive rooms. The Fenlake Suite has a most comfortable four-poster bed and is ideal for special occasions and celebrations. One room has modified facilities for use by disabled guests. Each bedroom is traditionally and comfortably furnished with dark wood furniture, power showers in the spacious bathrooms, TV, trouser press, hair dryer and hospitality tray.
Single Room more info
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Iron,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Standard Twin/Double Room more info
Please state your preference of bed type - choice of Twin (2 Singles or Double (1 Double). If not stated, a room type will be assigned by the hotel and changes to this are subject to availability.
Amenities:
- Bath,
- Bathroom,
- Hairdryer,
- Heating,
- Iron,
- Ironing Facilities,
- Pay TV,
- Radio,
- Shower,
- TV,
- Tea/Coffee Maker,
- Telephone,
- Toilet,
- Wake Up Service/Alarm Clock,
- Work Desk.
Restaurants and Bars
The Anglers Restaurant offers delicious food and great views out over the River Great Ouse. The restaurant offers a superb à la carte menu with an excellent wine list to match. Alternatively, you may choose to dine in the Riverside Bar, with its open fires and traditional pub meals. Please Note:Due to a local function, Anglers Restaurant will be closed for evening service and full Dinner service will be made available in an alternative restaurant on the following dates: October '09- 24th, November '09- 7th & 28th, December '09- 4th,5th,11th,12th,16th,19th,20th
Directions
By Air: The hotel is approximately 18 miles (30 km) from Luton Airport. Taxis are readily available from just outside the airport. By Train: The hotel is approximately 3 miles (5 km) from Bedford railway station.
*Directions included in email booking confirmation