Cranfield Management Development Centre

Property class: 4
Enjoy the indoor pool at this 4-star Bedford hotel

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Wharley End, Bedford, England, MK43 0HG
  • Place, Cranfield University
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Bletchley Park
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Silverstone Circuit
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, London (LTN-Luton)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(72 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Bedford

Bedford retreat .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Cranfield University and 6 miles (10 km) of Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. Inspired Gourmet Cookery School and The Stables Theatre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Cranfield University - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • National Bowl - 23 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Bletchley Park - 27 min drive - 13.1 miles
  • Silverstone Circuit - 41 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Knebworth House - 60 min drive - 40.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Tesco Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Esquires Coffee - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Cranfield Management Development Centre

Enjoy the indoor pool at this 4-star Bedford hotel
Cranfield Management Development Centre offers its guests an outdoor tennis court and an indoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 11 meeting rooms available. The business-friendly Cranfield Management Development Centre also features a garden, laundry facilities, and an ATM. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Bedford hotel is smoke free.

  • 186 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Cranfield Management Development Centre offers 186 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 24 2026 to November 5 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Cranfield Management Development Centre to the airport?

Cranfield Management Development Centre is 22.2 mi (37-min drive) away from the Luton Airport (LTN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cranfield Management Development Centre on Nov 27, 2026 start from $98, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Cranfield Management Development Centre.

How close is Cranfield Management Development Centre to the beach?

This hotel is 10.3 mi (37-min drive) from The Beach.

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Cranfield Management Development Centre, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15.95 for adults and GBP 13.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Cranfield Management Development Centre?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre have a pool?

Cranfield Management Development Centre features an indoor pool. The property will be renovating the pool from October 24 2026 to November 5 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Cranfield Management Development Centre have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Cranfield Management Development Centre to downtown Bedford?

Cranfield Management Development Centre is 1.2 mi away from Cranfield.

Cranfield Management Development Centre Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 479 out of 725 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 178 out of 725 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 725 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 725 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 725 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean good sized room Very good Breakfast with lots of choice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Breakfast was great, staff really helpful, great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, staff are very friendly, breakfast was actually amazing and can relax at the bar would definitely recommend and very fair price
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff throughout. Bar for drinks and a great breakfast in the morning. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, quiet and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Another lovely stay here . It’s our go to now when visiting MK . Clean comfortable and the staff are always so welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay, great value for money. Only drawback for me was the bar closed at 10pm on Friday night, I'm a Londoner, thats too early for me.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay, good location, very clean room, great facilities and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for a quiet stay when travelling to the MK Bowl. So reasinapriced, good room sizes and affordable for solo travellers with plenty of parking including EV charging. Breakfast is good with options snd staff are all lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a comfortable stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay. Great staff and fab facilities. Woild most definately recommend xxx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly very comfortable very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable stay. Peaceful area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean well maintained bedroom, modern amenities, lovely bar/restaurant area - overall great guest experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No complaints at all...Hotel was spotless..facilities very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, decent sized rooms, very clean and lots of useful amenities like the pool and gym. Good breakfast and very helpful staff. EV charging on site at a cheap rate too. Will book again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfection from the moment we arrived! Will absolutely be coming back to stay again soon 10/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, clean rooms, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always excellent to stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its an OK property.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff. Free tea and coffee whilst you wait for your room. My only criticism is my room wasn't quite ready at checkin as they were busy, however this was quickly sorted. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value room. Quiet and comfortable accommodation, free parking and good choice of food options (buffet dinner or bar menu)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026