The Bedford Swan Hotel is a charming 18th Century hotel, built for the 5th Duke of Bedford, located in a prominent, central position overlooking the River Ouse. Each of the 113 bedrooms, all public areas of the hotels including lounges, bars and conference and meeting rooms have Free internet access for public use. This 4 star hotel is the perfect base for a short break to Bedford and the surrounding Bedfordshire countryside. The hotel?s facilities are ideal for families and leisure travellers of all ages. The hotel has free parking for approximately 80 cars, regrettably spaces can not be reserved or guaranteed. Please be advised that from the 24th December 2007 until the 2nd January 2008 Restaurant lunch & dinner services will be limited for guests not staying on inclusive packages. If you have a specific requirement please contact the hotel. The Bedford Swan Hotel in Bedford is a delightful 18th century hotel located in the centre of Bedford, only a few miles from Luton Airport, and only an hour drive from the university towns of Oxford and Cambridge and central London is only 40 minutes by train.