The Kingfisher | Hotel in Bedford

| 8.3 (796 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly  6 Bathrooms  20 Guests
Cardington Hotel | The Kingfisher

Hotel in Cardington, Bedford

The Kingfisher is a riverside pub with rooms located on the River Great Ouse, just 9.9 miles from the M1 and 8.1 miles from A1. The tranquil setting offers views of the River Great Ouse and the local country park. The team pride themselves on offering simple, friendly service with delicious food, wines and cask ales. A particular treat is to relax on the terrace in the warmer months adjacent to the river over dinner or a few drinks with family and friends. The Kingfisher champion quality ingredients sourced as locally as possible. With meat traveling under 15 miles and fruits delivered from just a mile away. With dining spaces both inside and out you are sure to find a comfy corner to enjoy a leisurely lunch or casual dinner and drinks of an evening. Bedroom options are doubles, kings and suites, each comfortably furnished with spacious bathrooms. Guests can relax with a TV, hairdryer and tea and coffee making facilities in every room. The Kingfisher is just 10 minutes drive from the M1 motorway, and is located close to Woburn Abbey, which is set in a beautiful 3,000 acre deer park and houses an impressive private collection of art, furniture and porcelain. Woburn Safari Park is filled with exotic animals and features both a safari drive and foot safari.

The Kingfisher is located in Bedford.

This 67 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 796 reviews with the average score of 8.3 . Coming to Bedford and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Cardington Road, Bedford, MK44 3SA, United Kingdom

Amenities

ParkingParking
Pet FriendlyPet Friendly
Designated Smoking AreaDesignated Smoking Area
TVTV
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
AccessibilityAccessibility
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
EV Charge StationEV Charge Station
Business ServicesBusiness Services
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Fireplace/HeatingFireplace/Heating
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
KitchenKitchen

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • Coffee house on siteCoffee house on site
  • BarBar
  • Breakfast in the roomBreakfast in the room
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • FruitFruit
ParkingParking
  • Electric vehicle charging stationElectric vehicle charging station
  • ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • Accessible parkingAccessible parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
AccessibilityAccessibility
  • Lowered sinkLowered sink
  • Wheelchair accessibleWheelchair accessible
  • Toilet with grab railsToilet with grab rails
  • Raised toiletRaised toilet
ActivitiesActivities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)Golf course (within 2 miles)
GeneralGeneral
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • SafeSafe
  • Wifi in all areasWifi in all areas
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Family roomsFamily rooms
  • Smoke-free propertySmoke-free property
  • Pet friendlyPet friendly
  • HeatingHeating
  • Designated smoking areaDesignated smoking area
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Meeting/Banquet facilitiesMeeting/Banquet facilities
  • Fax/PhotocopyingFax/Photocopying
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk24-hour front desk
  • Pet bowlsPet bowls
  • Pet basketPet basket
  • Express check-in/outExpress check-in/out
  • Room serviceRoom service
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • WifiWifi
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • Sun deckSun deck
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Smoke alarmsSmoke alarms
  • Security alarmSecurity alarm
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Key card accessKey card access
  • CCTV outside propertyCCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areasCCTV in common areas
  • 24-hour security24-hour security
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companiesProperty cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Breakfast to-go containersBreakfast to-go containers
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodationFood can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Delivered food covered securelyDelivered food covered securely
  • Access to healthcare professionalsAccess to healthcare professionals
  • Thermometers for guests provided by propertyThermometers for guests provided by property
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Face masks for guests availableFace masks for guests available
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Payment Policy
Payment Policy
Credit card required
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are allowed and charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
7.9
Location:
8.72
Staff:
8.69
Facilities:
8.21
Comfort:
8.79
Cleanliness:
8.78
Jason
Jul 23, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
United Kingdom
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Standard Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bath, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

Accessibility

Entire unit located on ground floor, Upper floors accessible by stairs only, Entire unit wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

View

Quiet street view
Standard Double or Twin Room - Seasonal Break
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Standard Double or Twin Room - Seasonal Break

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Bath, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow

View

Quiet street view
Executive Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Executive Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Chocolate/Cookies, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Suite with River View
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 32 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Suite with River View

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Chocolate/Cookies, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer, Private bathroom

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area

View

View, River view

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Deluxe Junior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Deluxe Junior Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Chocolate/Cookies, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

View

Quiet street view, Landmark view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Non-feather pillow
Superior Suite
Room Type: Suite
Room Size: 63 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Superior Suite

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Chocolate/Cookies, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Bath, Private bathroom, Towels, Shower, Free toiletries, Shampoo, Toilet, Bath or shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Hairdryer

General

Safety deposit box, Key card access, Fan, Laptop safe, Iron, Trash cans, Smoke Alarm, Carpeted, Heating

Media & Technology

TV, Telephone, Flat-screen TV, Radio

Services

Wake-up service/Alarm clock, Wake-up service

Living Area

Desk, Seating area, Sofa

Kitchen

Dining table, Electric kettle

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Linens, Cribs

View

Quiet street view, Landmark view

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Socket near the bed, Sofa bed, Non-feather pillow

FAQ's

Is this The Kingfisher pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at The Kingfisher?

Check-in time for The Kingfisher starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the The Kingfisher have a swimming pool?

No, this The Kingfisher does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in The Kingfisher?

Best-rates for the The Kingfisher starts from $132 per night with includes Parking, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, EV Charge Station, Business Services, Sports/Activities, Fireplace/Heating, Restaurant, Bar, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen with all other facilities. Hotala.ca matches every traveler with their perfect hotel, resort, or rental and whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is The Kingfisher a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the The Kingfisher wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the The Kingfisher is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the The Kingfisher?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the The Kingfisher indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for The Kingfisher?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the The Kingfisher are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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