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Cranfield Management Development Centre

4.0 star property
Hotel in Bedford with a 24-hour front desk and an indoor pool

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Exterior
Business center
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Lobby
Visitors find a perfect balance of tranquility and convenience at Cranfield Management Development Centre. The beautiful gardens complement modern facilities throughout the property. Guests can enjoy meals at the restaurant, play tennis outdoors, or relax with drinks at the bar.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Wharley End, Bedford, England, MK43 0HG

What's nearby

  • Cranfield University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gullivers Land - 13 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Xscape - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles
  • National Bowl - 16 min drive - 11.0 miles
  • Bletchley Park - 18 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • Ridgmont Station - 8 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Krafty Kuppa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Swan - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Carrington Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crawley Crossing Truck Stop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cranfield Kebab Wagon - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Cranfield Management Development Centre

Upscale hotel
A garden, laundry facilities, and a bar are just a few of the amenities provided at Cranfield Management Development Centre. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi and a conference center are available to all guests.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and 11 meeting rooms
  • An elevator, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 186 rooms boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 13 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Racquetball/squash

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 11 meeting rooms
  • Conference center

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 13.00 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00 (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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Cranfield Management Development Centre pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 25.00 (subject to availability).

Where is Cranfield Management Development Centre located?

Situated in Bedford, this hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Cranfield University and within 6 mi (10 km) of Marston Vale Millennium Country Park and Inspired Gourmet Cookery School. The Stables Theatre and Willen Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cranfield Management Development Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 337 out of 533 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 533 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 533 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 533 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 533 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always pleasant in this favourite hotel when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another good stay in favourite hotel in this area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reception staff, very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another good stay at this preferred hotel when in the area. Always clean and welcoming. Friendly staff too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Smita

Liked: Cleanliness
Good value for money, basic accommodation however clean and had everything for overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean throughout. Staff were incredibly polite and friendly. Food was amazing. Ideally situated for university.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another happy stay at this favourite hotel when in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay here when I’m in the area. Clean friendly and very good value for money
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money. Staff were incredibly welcoming and the room was spotless.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a clean and comfortable stay with friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like this hotel and preferred when in the area. Always friendly and clean. Easy work in rooms and bed/bathroom really comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Like this hotel and preferred when in the area. Always friendly and clean. Easy work in rooms and bed/bathroom really comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another good stay at this favourite hotel in this area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a friendly clean hotel stay when I’m in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beck

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed for one night and it was great comfortable beds and the food was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another good stay at this preferred hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another good stay at this reliable hotel I always choose when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another pleasant stay at this favoured hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and staff located a little remote for some maybe. Only recommendation was to put a fridge in each room as not everyone dines in nowadays
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit out of the way , but superb Hotel, nice bar , helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another pleasant stay at this first choice hotel when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
adequate for 1 night stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always stay at this hotel when in the area. Consistently good staff and room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another happy stay at this favoured hotel when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

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