Name: Bedford Hotels | Hotels in Bedford Town Centre | Accor - ALL
Address: 2 St Marys Street, BEDFORD, MK42 0AR, GB
Telephone: +441234799988
Rating: 3.8

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

The Mercure Bedford Centre is ideally situated in the heart of the busy market town of Bedford and is ideal for business and leisure guests. Thanks to our prime location, we have great transport links which make getting around by rail or car a breeze. On-site parking is available, and you're within walking distance of Bedford Railway Station. On the bank of the River Great Ouse, our restaurant and bar offers beautiful panoramic views over the river and surrounding area.

We're close to the M1 and just a mile off the A6, so you'll have easy access to local attractions like the Higgins Museum, Silverstone Circuit race track, John Bunyan Museum, Bedford Park and Woburn Safari Park. We have seven air-conditioned meeting rooms fully equipped with modern technology. They're perfect for business conferences or celebratory occasions, accommodating up to 450 guests.

Our hotel is conveniently located to London Luton Airport, London Stansted Airport and London Heathrow Airport for international and domestic guests travelling by plane. Milton Keynes, Cambridge and Central London are all within reach too.

Welcome to Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel! Our dedicated team is here to make sure your stay is comfortable and enjoyable. We look forward to being part of your journey and making your time with us pleasant.

Kaushik Guha Majumder, Hotel Management

Hotel extras

Conference venue for up to 450 guests with private bar and 7 meeting rooms
Stunning views over the River Great Ouse from the restaurant, bedrooms and event space
Bar area with live sports channels available
On-site parking
City centre location with great transport links

Our accommodation(s)

Room

Classic room - 1 double bed

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)

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Room

Classic room - 2 single beds

2 pers. max
18 m² / 193 sq ft

Bedding 2 x Single bed(s)

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Room

Privilege room, panoramic city views - 1 king size bed

2 pers. max
20 m² / 215 sq ft

Bedding 1 x King size bed(s)

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Room

Accessible Classic Room with 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Suite

Superior suite room, panoramic city views - 1 king size bed and 1 sofa bed

4 pers. max
24 m² / 258 sq ft

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s) and 1 x Single sofa bed(s)

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Room

Accessible Classic Room with 1 double bed

2 pers. max

Bedding 1 x Double bed(s)
Accessible room

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Hotel location

Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel

2 St Marys Street
MK42 0AR BEDFORD
United Kingdom

GPS:52.133977, -0.465752

+44 1234 799988

+44 1234 799902

Railway station
Highway exit
Airport
Ferries
Helipad/aerodrome

BEDFORD

Railway station

Access: 2.41 km / 1.5 mi 16 min walk / 8 min drive

BEDFORD AERODROME

Helipad/aerodrome

Access: 16.09 km / 10 mi 22 min drive

M1 JUNCTION 13

Highway exit

Access: 17.7 km / 11 mi 16 min drive

London Luton Airport

Airport

Access: 29.28 km / 18.2 mi 39 min drive

London Heathrow Airport

Airport

Access: 91.71 km / 57 mi 1 hrs drive

FELIXSTOWE

Ferries

Access: 173.81 km / 108 mi

The Higgins Bedford

Art and Culture

Access: 320 m / 0.2 mi 4 min walk

Birds of Prey Centre

Tourist attraction

Harrold-Odell Country Park

Tourist attraction

Woburn Abbey & Safari Park

Other attractions

Forest of Marston Vale - Centre

Tourist attraction

Bedford Park

Tourist attraction

Riverside Bar (on-site)

Bar

Access: 0 m / 0 mi

Riverside Resturant (on-site)

Restaurant and cafe district

Access: 0 m / 0 mi

Bedford High Street

Restaurant and cafe district

Access: 200 m / 0.12 mi 1 min walk

Northampton High Street

Shopping district

Access: 38.62 km / 24 mi 43 min drive

Cambridge

Shopping district

Access: 48.27 km / 30 mi 53 min drive

Bicester Village Shopping

Shopping district

Access: 64.36 km / 40 mi 1 hrs drive

Hotel services

Check-in from 03:00 PM - Check out up to 12:00 PM

On site

Car park
Pets welcome
Restaurant
Wheelchair accessible
Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Breakfast
Bar
Meeting rooms
100% Non Smoking Property
Room service

Revel Kitchen & Bar

Head to our Revel Kitchen & Bar to dine with scenic views overlooking the River Great Ouse. Choose from various British and International dishes, using the finest local and sustainably sourced ingredients where possible.

RIVERSIDE BAR

Relax with a drink at the end of the day at our Riverside Bar, taking in panoramic views over the river and town while enjoying a range of beers, wines and spirits.

Breakfast

Indulge in a satisfying breakfast experience at our hotel. From a full English hot buffet selection to freshly baked pastries, fresh fruits, and yoghurts, complemented by a variety of teas, coffees and juices. Start your day the delicious way with us.

Meetings & Events

Number of Meeting Room: 8
Surface of the largest room: 397 m² / 4273.268 sq ft
Maximum seats capacity: 450
Maximum capacity for banquets: 340

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Weddings

Let us turn your dream wedding into a reality. With elegant spaces, impeccable service and tailored packages, we craft unforgettable wedding experiences. Book now and make memories to cherish forever.

Our guest reviews

100% genuine reviews from our guests

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ALL Rating 3.8/5 444 reviews

Randy N. Couples - 5/27/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Room 41 had no Aircon, so it was very hot and uncomfortable sleeping on day 1, so we had to be relocated to room 4 the next morning. Which was frustrating because we had to repack our bags and items we prepared for our friends wedding, and scurry down staircases to relocated. Room 41 was much larger, with additional tables and mirrors for my girlfriend to do her makeup. But when we moved to room 4, it was much smaller and hardly had any space to walk around. We paid an extra £14 to use the Car Park for 48 hours, but when we returned from the wedding on Saturday nighy the Var Park was full, so we had to park on the side of the street, which didn't seem quite safe. It was also extremely annoying that we had to do more than 1 trip down the road to and from the car in the scorching heat. You would've thought the hotel would allocate a finite amount of parking slots for there guests and not oversell them, we should be refunded for inconvenience.

Dear Randy N., Thank you for taking the time to share your experience during your recent stay with us at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel. I sincerely apologize for the discomfort and inconveniences you encountered related to the air conditioning and parking arrangements. I understand that the lack of air conditioning in your initial room made your first night uncomfortable. Our team strives to maintain a comfortable environment for all guests, and it is regrettable that we fell short in this instance. I appreciate your patience during the relocation process, and I understand how frustrating it can be to repack and move to another room, especially when preparing for an important event. Regarding the parking situation, I apologise for the inconvenience you faced after returning from the wedding. We do our best to manage our parking facilities; however, demand can sometimes exceed availability. I appreciate your feedback on this matter, and I will ensure that your concerns are taken into consideration as we evaluate our parking policies to better serve our guests in the future. I understand the importance of a seamless experience, particularly during special occasions, and I apologize that we did not meet your expectations. While I cannot offer a refund, I assure you that your feedback will be used constructively to enhance our services moving forward. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future for an improved experience. Best Regards, Denisa Lushi Front Office Manager

Richard D. Friends - 5/25/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Fire alarm went off at 2.30am and room stunk of sewage.

Dear Richard D., Thank you for sharing your experience with us. I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you encountered during your stay, particularly regarding the fire alarm and the unpleasant odor. Please be assured that our team takes such matters seriously, and your feedback will be reviewed to improve our guests' future experiences. We appreciate your understanding and hope to welcome you back under better circumstances. Best Regards, Denisa Lushi Front Office Manager

Akinwale T. Families - 5/19/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Home stay

Dear Akinwale T., Thank you for your positive feedback regarding your recent stay at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel. We are thrilled to hear that you found our accommodations comfortable and felt at home during your visit. Our team strives to create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, and your kind words serve as a wonderful motivation for us. Best Regards, Denisa Lushi Front Office Manager

Ian G. Business - 5/13/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Friendly welcome, clean room, good breakfast, no issues

Dear Ian g., Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our friendly welcome, clean accommodations, and breakfast offerings. It is our priority to provide excellent service, and your feedback is greatly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best Regards, Denisa Lushi Front Office Manager

Honghui Y. Business - 5/12/2026 Confirmed reviews ALL

Give us a room in front if lift , and it is noisy, ask front desk for change but refused

Dear Honghui Y., Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you appreciated our location. We are sorry to hear that the room location caused inconvenience during your stay. Unfortunately, during your dates we were fully booked, and we were unable to offer a room change despite your request. We appreciate your understanding and hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future. Best Regards, Denisa Lushi Front Office Manager