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Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

4.0 star property
Bedford hotel with golf course and spa

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Escape to The Waterfront Hotel Spa & Golf, an upscale eco-certified haven in a serene rural setting. Tee off on the 18-hole golf course or unwind with a deep-tissue massage at Y Spa, then savor al fresco dining at Gravel Pit Brasserie & Ba. With free in-room WiFi and dry cleaning/laundry services, you'll feel right at home.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker

Why we love this property

Foodie delights menu
A restaurant with al fresco dining sets the culinary scene. The hotel also has a bar. Both vegan and vegetarian options, plus a buffet breakfast, await.
Perfect fairway retreat
Tee off at this hotel's 18-hole course with a driving range and expert golf lessons. Savor tasty bites at the golf-view restaurant after a spa visit.
Work and play paradise
This hotel blends business with pleasure through meeting spaces and in-room workstations. After work, indulge in spa treatments or hit the 18-hole golf course.

Room options

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Drift Classic Double | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Double

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2013
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Drift Classic Twin | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Drift Classic Plus Double/Twin | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Plus Double/Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedford, England, MK44 3AL

What's nearby

  • Wyboston Lakes Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Cambridge - 29 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Woburn Safari Park - 29 min drive - 38.9 km
  • National Bowl - 42 min drive - 50.6 km
  • Bletchley Park - 43 min drive - 49.9 km

Getting around

  • Cambridge (CBG) - 27 min drive
  • Luton Airport (LTN) - 49 min drive
  • St Neots Station - 7 min drive
  • Sandy Station - 15 min drive
  • Bedford Station - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tesco Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪ambience - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wyboston Lakes Conference Centre & Willows Hotel - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

A great stay at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) can include a round of golf at the 18-hole course. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Gravel Pit Cafe-Bar, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 103 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Golfing
  • Pool table
  • Foosball
  • Fishing
  • Free use of nearby fitness center
  • Windsurfing nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Coworking spaces
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Built in 1997
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • Golf course on site
  • Golf driving range on site
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf pro shop on site
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Gravel Pit Cafe-Bar - Overlooking the golf course, this diner serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 25.00
  • Spa access is available for an extra charge of GBP 120 per day

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 31 to December 31:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Barclaycard

Also known as

Hotel Wyboston Lakes
Wyboston
Wyboston Hotel
Wyboston Lakes
Wyboston Lakes Bedford
The Waterfront Spa & Bedford
Wyboston Lakes Hotel Bedford
The Waterfront Hotel Spa & Golf Hotel
The Waterfront Hotel Spa & Golf Bedford
The Waterfront Hotel Spa & Golf Hotel Bedford

Frequently asked questions

Does Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 25.00. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities such as fishing, and practice your swing at the golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a fitness center and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Yes, Gravel Pit Cafe-Bar offers alfresco dining and golf course views.

What's the area around Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) like?

Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) is located a short 1-minute walk from Wyboston Lakes Golf Course.

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Reviews

Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, or delicious with a great view of the lake. (11 reviews)
  • The gym was fantastic and amazing. (3 reviews)
  • The Y Spa was excellent and provided a brilliant and dreamlike experience. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Spotless rooms Great front desk staff Fantastic burgers
carol, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and tidy
Alison, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel
Mandy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Sixth time visiting here, first time with the name change and its still just as good. Love the new neon sign outside. Staff were very friendly, check in was nice and quick at the self check in machines and the rooms are clean and spacious for the price.
Chris, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, friendly and welcoming, would stay again when in the area.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to s
Julie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
Mr Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good indeed.

A very relaxing and nice place to stay. The room and bathroom were spotless and the staff were all very professional and friendly. I have to make a special mention of Lizzie (the receptionist) who made an extra special effort to return some lost property to me.
Campbell, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

👍
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable stay.
Natalie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a little gem of a hotel, while the rooms are on the smaller size they are well equipped and have everything you need (apart from a fridge). Staff are friendly and keen to help, bar area is brilliant with the table top interactive game, shuffle board, interactive darts and ps5’s. Had the duck pizza which was a winner. Didn’t use the spa due to the cost but hopefully will on our next visit. Breakfast was nice and fresh, good coffee and a lovely view of the lake. All in all this is a nice hotel. Highly recommended.
Dean, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location

The breakfast room is beautiful - right on the lake-side. There was building work going on, so trying to work from the room was a little frustrating due to the noise. I also found a bug in my room. But the bed was comfortable and the shower was good. Room service choice was also really good. Good value for money.
Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful

Great service and rooms
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was clean and modern. A very comfortable stay.
Siobhan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and Hood service. Will be going again. helpful.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great friendly staff, Easy check in. Excellent rooms. Would definitely stay again
Ben, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great for a one night stay.
Timothy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Basic, yet functional room (Aircon would be nice). Clean and friendly staff
Tyrel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Check in, check out not great. Lost the personal touch. No instruction on check out process. No receipt received...
nick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

First visit, been fully upgraded, really big open spaces, rooms are spacious and comfy. The brasserie restaurant was a nice place to be, good food and great drinks with good, friendly service. Y spa was excellent, just what was needed.
Thomas, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely hotel, can’t fault it
PAUL, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy to check-in and out. Nice clean room, comfortable bed, lovely shower and good breakfast.
Ruth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Not Bad

Perfectly okay stay. Nothing special and room was comfortable, but too hot. Auto check-in is terrible!
Nicholas, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Hotel ok. Check in slow due to system no staff

Room was ok. The whole check in process is shocking, slow and looses the personal touch
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff friendly and left us a special congratulations message on our bed. Property very clean and quiet location.
Zoe, 2-night trip