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The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bedford with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Breakfast, dinner and brunch served
Exterior
View from property
Terrace/patio
Serves breakfast, dinner and brunch
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel is next to a golf course, allowing guests to play without leaving the property. Relax in the library or garden, grab drinks at the bar, and enjoy breakfast at the restaurant. The hotel offers WiFi in all rooms and complimentary self-parking.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Double Room

Junior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Double or Twin Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Double Room

Luxury Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Bedford is home to The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel. Shortmead House and Sharnbrook Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marston Vale Millennium Country Park and Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Flitwick Football Centre, or consider a night out at Bridge House.
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Map
Cardington Road, Bedford, England, MK44 3SA

What's nearby

  • Priory Country Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oasis Beach Pool - 6 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Bedford Park - 7 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Box End Park - 9 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Shuttleworth Collection - 14 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Kempston Hardwick Station - 7 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Boundry Plaice - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Priory Marina (Beefeater) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Friendly Nettle Cafe - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel

Upscale hotel
At The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel, you can look forward to golfing on-site, a terrace and a garden. The on-site restaurant, Kingfisher Pub, offers breakfast, brunch, dinner and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and meeting rooms
  • Laundry services, coffee/tea in reception and a banquet hall
Room features
All guest rooms at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel have amenities, such as free WiFi, safes and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, travel cots and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kingfisher Pub

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 8 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Barns Hotel Bedford
Barns Bedford
The Barns Hotel
Barns Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub And
The Kingfisher Pub Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Hotel
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Bedford
The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Hotel Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Is The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 15.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel located?

Situated in Bedford, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Priory Country Park and Oasis Beach Pool. St. Paul's Church and Panacea Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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The Kingfisher Pub and Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 305 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found everything very nice especially the waiting staff, always a smile and more than willing to help in every way . Only criticism we have was the wait for our meal on the one day other than that a lovely stay .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location for our visit to the Bedford area. Lovely settings & surroundings, very clean, comfortable and staff cannot do enough for you. Will return if ever in the area again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property to walk around and sit outside for drinks or dinner. I’ll be back again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel brilliant for pets and pet family’s alike. Had a great time and will defo be using again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only reason we didn’t score excellent was a half hour wait for cooked breakfast on Tuesday and a mix up about us checking out earlier than our booking, which was confusing. The staff at reception and serving breakfast and dinner were great. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel/pub good value
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Kingfisher

Lovely spot and very nice hotel/pub/restaurant Thank you for a wonderful moment on my touring around
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another stay at the Kingfisher

We stay at the Kingfisher fairly frequently. The room and service on this occasion was excellent, as usual.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

“ Bedfords own oasis”

It’s maintained to an excellent standard . Tucked away off a busy road but with ample and excellent car parking facilities . Had a couple of meals during our stay which were excellent value served by friendly staff and set next to the local river.. perfect ! Well worth giving it a try .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Strange rule over terrace seating

We had a one night stay for a meeting in the region. The hotel is not near to any other Pubs so you are rather captive, it has a nice garden terrace area next to the river, this is very pleasant in warm weather. We were however very disappointed that despite being residents we were not allowed to use this unless eating. A bizarre rule.
Garden area
Swans on the river
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chrys

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
1) A convenient location. 2) Clean and comfortable room. 3) Good restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, good food, great service. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good place to stay

Friendly and comfortable and pretty location on the river.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly the breakfast was excellent and the outside area was beautiful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic hotel

Fantastic stay, friendly staff who made us and our dog feel welcome. Food was amazing as well, can’t recommend it enough
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and nice rooms. Plenty of outdoor seating. Drinks rather expensive but overall good hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Amazing staff very friendly. Food was amazing. 100% will return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property in a good postion, easy tk get to, loads of parking . Nice restuaramt on site . We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent weekend stay

Beautiful riverside location in a historic building. Excellent service. Food was excellent and prices were reasonable. All in all a wonderful stay and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean hotel in a beautiful setting

Hotel clean and a beautiful setting. Food could be improved as we had to send one dish back but they dealt with it promptly and removed it from the bill
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, comfortable room. Nice location. Plenty of free parking
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, plumbing very noisy walls very thin but and enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are fantastic ,friendly and helpful. The food was excellent and the rooms are well maintained and clean. Our only problem was the pillows are very soft and there was no information if you could get extra pillows.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024