Railway Hotel 
15 Shakespeare Road (Bedford) MK40 2DZ
The friendly Railway Hotel offers free parking, en suite rooms and free Wi-Fi, in a tranquil setting. Bedford Rail Station is close by.
Each en suite room at The Railway Hotel has satellite TV, tea/coffee and a desk.
The Railway Hotel’s lounge and bar has satellite TV, and serves bar meals and snacks throughout the day. There is a good selection of beers, wine and spirits.
Bedford town centre is a 10-minute walk away.
Score from 11 reviews
Excellent
7.1/10
Rooms: 16
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Address: 15 Shakespeare Road, Bedford MK40 2DZ 
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Really friendly staff, made me feel at home. Hotel was clean and comfortable, staff were very friendly, dinner and breakfast were brilliant, freshly cooked by onsite chef and full of flavour.central location and value for money. the staff were very helpful and friendly. Got what you paid for. Breakfast was adequate if one discounted the undrinkable coffee (chicory essence), slow service on day three (the 'chef' both cooked and served) and the fact that the menu offered brown bread when none was available.all reviews »
Free wireless internet. Nothing. the rooms should bechecked before as the dust in the room was awful I had to wipe athicklayer off the tv. T.V. Not working properly, bbc2 channel giving static feedback. Dog in reception (old alsatian) barking all the time, why let it loose in reception? Not informed that breakfast is served from 8.00am on the weekend, and when I arrived at breakfast at 8.10am on the Sunday no one was available for service. You could only have cooked or cerial, not both for breakfast.The hotel is shabby and run down. The cavernous dining room was 'heated' (in January) by a small electric fire. Guests had to be in by 11.00 pm (think Blackpool landlady circa 1955) and no front door keys were available!. No heating, faulty showers, no telephone in room. staff shortage. However, understand that there is remedial work in progress!. Very old and worn carpets, fixtures and fittings. Very small double room. Smell from drain. Are there long term residents at this place? Noise from other quests at all hours on a tuesday night. Did not stay to sample breakfast. nobody seemed to know what they were doing. the dining roo m wasnot open in the morning for breakfast. I have a catalogue of complaints regarding this hotel, the main ones are i paid for a breakfast, which i didn't receive. The rooms are small ( Cell Like and shabby ) i had to move to another room because the shower didn't work.( Why was i the one to report it). I would not recommend this hotel i would sleep in my car first.
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Railway Hotel Room information
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Family Room
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3 |
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GBP 75.00 |
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Heating
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Single Room
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1 |
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GBP 39.00 |
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Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bath
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Double Room
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GBP 50.00 |
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Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bath
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Twin Room
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2 |
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GBP 50.00 |
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Work Desk, TV, Toilet, Tea/Coffee Maker, Shower, Satellite TV, Bathroom Amenities, Bathroom, Bath
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Amenities at Railway Hotel
Services
Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Internet Services, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access, Fax/Photocopying
General
Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Parking , Non-Smoking Rooms, Newspapers, Heating, Free Parking, Designated Smoking Area, Bar, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, 24-Hour Front Desk
Activities
Golf Course (within 3 km)
Food & Drink
The Railway Hotel is fully licensed and offers a good selection of beers, wine and spirits.
Hotel information details
Renowned for their warm and welcoming manner, the staff aim to ensure that your stay is both comfortable and memorable.
For that special occasion, flowers and champagne can be provided on request.
Information about the area
Within Bedford town there are riverside gardens of the great River Ouse, plus a museum and various places of interest relating to the life and works of John Bunyan. Bedford also offers a variety of shops, pubs, clubs, a swimming pool and gym, and restaurants, all of which are located within walking distance of the hotel. Nearby, Bedford Park offers beautiful walks in a serene setting along with a play area for children and a lake with ducks.
The hotel is also within comfortable driving distance of Cambridge, Milton Keynes and Northampton (Althorp).
Room information details
All of the rooms are comfortably furnished and well equipped, with all the modern comforts and facilities you need in a restful, relaxing base. Whether you are exploring the region as a tourist, visiting the area on business or attending a conference, the comfortable, peaceful rooms provide a relaxing haven.
Travelling information
By Car:
From the M1 South:
- Exit at junction 13.
- Join the A421 towards Bedford.
- Continue on A421 for 9 miles.
- Eventually bear left onto the A6 (Wilstead Road).
- Continue straight onto the A6 (Ampthill Road).
- Continue straight on through a number of traffic lights.
- After 2 miles, take first exit onto Brittannia Road (with Bedford Hospital on your left).
- At the lights, turn right.
- At the roundabout, turn left into Prebend Street (A5141).
- At the next roundabout, take the second exit, following Ashburnham Road (with the railway station on the left).
- At the double mini roundabout, bear right then immediately left into Shakespeare Road.
- The Railway Hotel is on the right.
From the M1 North:
- Exit at junction 14.
- Take the A509.
- Exit to Milton/Newport Pagnell.
- At the roundabout, take the first exit onto A509/London Road.
- At London Road/Tickford Roundabout, take the third exit onto the A509.
- Go straight over the roundabout.
- At Chicheley Hill Roundabout, take the third exit onto the A422.
- At the roundabout, take the third exit onto the A428.
- Go straight over 2 roundabouts.
- At the next roundabout, take the first exit onto the A5141/Shakespeare Road.
- The Railway Hotel is on the left.
Free parking is also available.
Railway Hotel Policies
Check-in
14:00 - 22:00
Check-out
07:00 - 10:00
Accepted CreditCards at Hotel
The hotel reserves the right to preauthorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo, Maestro (Switch)
Cancellation Policy
If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy
All children are welcome.
All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All older children or adults are charged GBP 10.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy
25 percent of the total amount will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.
VAT and city/tourist taxes
17.5 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
City/tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet
Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.
Meal Plan
Breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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