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The Knife and Cleaver

3.5 star property
Comfortable inn with business centre and restaurant

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Exterior
Exterior
Room amenity
Restaurant
Towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

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The Grove, Houghton, Bedford, England, MK45 3LA
  • Popular LocationBedford Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationWoburn Safari Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationWrest Park12 min drive
  • AirportLondon (LTN-Luton)40 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room )

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room )

Standard Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Standard King Room )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Heating
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Electric kettle
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Superior)

Room amenity

Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Superior)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (TWIN)

Room amenity

Standard Double or Twin Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (TWIN)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Room amenity

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 3 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Room amenity

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Heating
Premium bedding
Deep-soaking bath
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Bedford

At The Knife and Cleaver you'll be 4.3 km (2.6 mi) from Greensand Ridge Walk and 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a terrace. Additionally, you'll find express check-in, express check-out and wedding services. There's also the convenience of free extended parking. .Within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Bedford inn, attractions include Woburn Safari Park and Bletchley Park.
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What's nearby

  • Wrest Park & Gardens - 10 min drive
  • Bedford Park - 12 min drive
  • Woburn Safari Park - 12 min drive
  • Wrest Park - 12 min drive
  • Cranfield University - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Stewartby Station - 5 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The George Maulden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lounge India - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Rouge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Albion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Stone Jug - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Knife and Cleaver

Comfortable inn with business centre and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and a meeting room are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The Knife and Cleaver also features a terrace, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Bedford inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Knife and Cleaver offers 9 accommodations. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

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
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 and American Express. The property is professionally cleaned.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Knife and Cleaver?

The Knife and Cleaver offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Knife and Cleaver?

As of 29 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Knife and Cleaver on 30 June 2024 start from AU$146.74, 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.

Is parking available at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yep, The Knife and Cleaver has a free self car park and free extended parking.

Are there any beaches close to The Knife and Cleaver?

The closest beach to The Knife and Cleaver is The Beach (5.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, The Knife and Cleaver does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Knife and Cleaver?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Knife and Cleaver?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Knife and Cleaver?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Knife and Cleaver Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 164 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 164 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welsh Friends
We have stayed hear several times and always had fantastic service and excellent food , this time was the first time that we required breakfast on a Friday and was disappointed that the choice was only continental,
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Disappointing
This is marketed as a 4 star hotel however I was very disappointed. The food was lovely however the service very poor. A brief summary: - not cheap - couldn't check me in due to 'computer problem', needed me to show my email booking receipt - I had pork skewers (lovely) but I had to ask for cutlery. - I had fillet steak (excellent) for dinner but wasn't offered any condiments. The server even left my dirty skewer plate on the table when delivering the steak. I had finished the skewers late afternoon. - The toilets for the bar area were tired, lots of broken tiles and a bit smelly. - Room 3 was nice however very warm, it was difficult to access the heater controls due to a shelf directly above the heater. - Toilet seat was broken. - Couldn't lock the front door from the inside. I wouldn't recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Not bad, not great
The location was ideal and the room was good. Bathroom need an update and maybe a desk in the room. However, no cooked breakfast in the morning. Just 2 bread loaves, ham, cheese and cereal plus some tired looking pastries. This was not mentioned at check-in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay overnight.
The arrival at The Knife and Cleaver was wonderful. Staff helped me with the luggage and room 9 was both clean and impressive. Nice seperate seating area and outside patio was a bonus in the room. Well equipped and warm. WiFi was not so good but free inside the pub. We ate at the restaurant for the two nights. Food was okay first night. Second night not so good. No atmosphere either and staff consistently just giggling or calling you guys! All in all, the hotel side of the pub was well worth the money. Would definitely stay again. Would have another hit at the restaurant but maybe in the daytime instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Gem
Hidden gem close to lots of places. The good was fantastic and definitely gastro and reasonably priced. Everything you need and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Motel like rooms very pleasant. Staff were really good and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good- nice staff, comfy room, good restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CM

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You really must visit this one!!
This is a real find, staff are fabulous food amazing and room private and cosy, with lovely fresh cotton sheets. All for a really fair price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Mark

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Lack of Customer Service
Check in took 15 minutes due to Manager standing 3 metres away training new waiting staff. Waited for 5 minutes to be seated although both new waiting team were standing 5 metres away and did not even bother to engage with me. I left and went back to my room. The bedroom was very nice until i got into bed, the most uncomfortable mattress i have ever slept in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Ralph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Colin Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simone

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

M D

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended
A great pub and rooms with a friendly welcome and atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No WIFI in the rooms
Decent room and food. Terrible WIFI in the room. Connection kept dropping out. For me this is important. So will not be visiting again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

M D

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The knife and Cleaver
The staff where welcoming and the breakfast was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Laura

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Utter rubbish!!
We got there after a 3 1/2hr drive to a cramped cabin that was not as clean as we would have liked, grubby bathroom & cigarette burns in the throw on the bed. What made it worst was the shower cutout after one of us briefly used it after a long trip. This was not fixed though a plumber was called due to not having the right part. We ended up washing in the tea-cup of a sink we had. Nothing has been done to date despite reporting it on check out. I would not be going back anytime soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Carmel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean with easy access to rooms when returning later
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Hugh

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

ASHLEIGH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely, restaurant and bar were clean and bright. Rooms were clean and well decorated. Freebies were also really nice. With the warm wether a fan would have been nice in our room, our friends next door had one but when asked at reception no one knew where to get one. Bed was a little hard but for 1 nights stay was okay. Would stay again just as overnight but wouldn't recommend for long stays! The room was also right opposite a function which luckily ended early but trying to nap through the day with the windows open because of hot weather was slightly difficult. Overall would rate 7.5/10
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

MARTIN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023