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Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

4.0 star property
Golfers perfect their swing on the 18-hole course while spa-goers rejuvenate with treatments, and everyone enjoys meals with scenic landscape views

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The Waterfront Hotel Spa & Golf offers an upscale, eco-certified retreat in a peaceful rural setting. Enjoy the 18-hole course, a deep-tissue massage at Y Spa, and outdoor dining at Gravel Pit Brasserie & Bar. Practical amenities include free in-room WiFi and laundry services.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Classic Double Room, 1 King Bed

Drift Classic Double

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2013
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Drift Classic Twin

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2015
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Bedroom

Drift Classic Plus Double/Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Bedford, Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) is in a rural area. Shortmead House and Island Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wyboston Lakes Golf Course and Cineworld St Neots. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bedford Autodrome, or consider a night out at Bedford Corn Exchange. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as windsurfing. Visit our Bedford travel guide
Map
Great North Road, Wyboston, Bedford, England, MK44 3AL

What's nearby

  • Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK (Long Exposure); Shutterstock ID 363489767; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    University of Cambridge
    29 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Photograph of a Rhino walking around at a safari park in England
    Woburn Safari Park
    29 min drive - 38.9 km
  • Bletchley Park featuring a pond and a house
    Bletchley Park
    43 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Wyboston Lakes Golf Course
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • National Bowl
    42 min drive - 50.6 km

Getting around

  • St Neots Station
    7 min drive
  • London (LTN-Luton)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

Upscale hotel in a rural location
A golf course, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel). Get out on the links at this hotel and enjoy amenities such as a driving range, golf lessons and a golf pro shop. Take some time to relax at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Gravel Pit Cafe-Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and al fresco dining. Fitness classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include fishing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Express check-in, coworking spaces and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 103 rooms boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as late-night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles 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 transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 17.50 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Gravel Pit Cafe-Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Foosball table
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Golf driving range
  • Gym
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Pro golf shop

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1997
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Living plant wall
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and from GBP 10 for children
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25.00
  • Spa fee: GBP 120 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Is Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25.00.

Where is Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) located?

Situated in a rural location, this spa hotel is steps from Wyboston Lakes Golf Course and within 3 mi (5 km) of St Neots Museum and Cineworld St Neots. Paxton Pits Nature Reserve and Colmworth and North Bedfordshire Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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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

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 484 out of 998 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 998 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 998 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 998 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 998 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went to gym over the road but very busy (perhaps a january thing). Food was good, but only burgers, pizza, loaded fries etc. But the burger was really good. The sports bar was also excellent. Nice room and staff were very nice. I would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All very modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and welcoming, would stay again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotless, bed was comfy. Staff are lovely and helpful. The food is good and the settings are great. The only thing that stopped me marking a 5 was the fact to play darts & shuffleboard cost quite a bit. Darts are generally free to play in pubs but here was £25! Shame as it was raining so we would’ve spent some time in the bar playing games had it been cheaper.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful

Great service and rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and modern. A very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff, Easy check in. Excellent rooms. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and Hood service. Will be going again. helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to check-in and out. Nice clean room, comfortable bed, lovely shower and good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly and left us a special congratulations message on our bed. Property very clean and quiet location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall very comfortable and safe and clean
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel, great staff

Nice overnight stay for a reasonable price. Flexible support from staff due to limited physical ability, swapped rooms to ground floor for us.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Shubnam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay,1 night stay with a comfortable night overall. Friendly,professional staff.Couldn't fault it.I will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely stay. Food was good. Service was excellent. A couple of technical issues in room, but they were dealt with efficiently. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was so friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot to stay

Amazing hotel, lots of facilities, beautiful views and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice room, great facilities, restaurant closed at 8 and there’s not much around other than a McDonalds service station or a supermarket around so evening meal is limited.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking readily available, gym accessible, rooms clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay, the facilities and staff were brilliant.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and excellent qaulity
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing

Fourth stay here, always has a very relaxing atmosphere. Room was quiet and clean. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good

On the whole very impressed with the hotel, clean and modern with good facilities on site, breakfast was nice with good choices. The only disappointment we had was on check in we were directed to the machine that didn’t work and the assistant on check in desk told us the machine can do it much better than I can, which after a long day traveling is not what you expect to hear
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025