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The Railway Hotel

15 Shakespeare Road, MK40 2DZ, England
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The Railway Hotel
Ranked #14 of 22 Bedford B&B and Inns
3.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
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Bedford, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

After seeing their board outside offering a 2 couse sunday lunch special, i called and inquired. i was told there was a choice of 3 roasts and it sounded lovely so i booked for a week ahead. The same board was outside as we arrived and we were greeted on entry. We were told there was no beer as they... More

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Bedfordshire
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

Been to lunch with both family and work colleagues, Can not fault the service or food!...Everyone agreed, excellent food, friendly staff, nice clean place, rebooking again for dinner in the not too distant future! Rose More

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Skipton, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012
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First the good points. The bed was comfortable and I slept well. The tea making facilities did me fine. There was lots of hot water at the hand basin. The towels were of that texture which gives you a good feeling as you dry yourself. Now the rest. I walked in to a gentle smell of chip fat. My first... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 December 2011
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Valence, Rhone-Alpes, France
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011
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We stayed at this delightful small hotel for three nights whilst exploring the surrounding area. My wife and I and our two children. We were very well looked after and the food was excellent and in large portions the kids were very happy with this. We found the service friendly and helpful. I would have no problem at all recommending... More

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london
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 November 2011
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people found this review helpful

I stayed 3 nights in this hotel and found the service excellent. The room was spotless and well cared for. We ate in the restaurant each night and the food was good quality and in large portions. I found the staff very professional and friendly.. I would not hesitate to return or send my friends or family to stay here... More

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Bedford, United Kingdom
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2011
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person found this review helpful

Well, lets start with the positives - Large easy car parking , the bar area and dining room are pretty good, the food is also very reasonable, I ate dinner 1 evening ( Surf and Turf ) and was pleasantly surprised by the quality - At least as good as any pub food and better than some I have had.... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 September 2011
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person found this review helpful

We went to Bedford for two nights by train straight from Kings cross 50mins the rail station is about 10minutes walk across a very busy main road Shakespear Road is tree lined very pretty ,the hotel manager Mark was extremely helpful and the hotel owner too. Rooms very comfortable with en suite .Breakfast between 0730-0930 three choices contintental full English,... More

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Salisbury, United Kingdom
1 review
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 March 2011

I was very disapointed with my stay at this hotel. The manager greeted us on arrival and seemed ok, but lacked confidence. When I entered my room I could see why. The room was very dated,dirt, and in need of some TLC. The shower did not work propely and there was no heating in my room due to the radiator... More

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Somerset
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2011
2
people found this review helpful

Ate dinner at the hotel last week with my partner and was very surprised how good it was, reasonably priced and good quality, cooked well and served by an efficient and freindly waitress More

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15 Shakespeare Road, MK40 2DZ, England
Price range (per night):* INR3,771 - 5,404

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