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Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

4.0 star property
Eco-certified hotel with a full-service spa and a golf course

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Reception
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
Lake
Property entrance
Golf

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Twin

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Double

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(26 reviews)

Highlights

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

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Drift Classic Plus Double/Twin

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

What's nearby

  • Wyboston Lakes Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Crafty Monkey Pottery Painting, Build a Bear and Craft Studio - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • St Neots Museum - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Paxton Pits Nature Reserve - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Shuttleworth Collection - 16 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Waggon & Horses - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Eaton Plaice - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Barley Mow - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambience Cafe Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bohemia - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)

Upscale eco-certified 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 onsite 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-in
  • A foosball table, a living plant wall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 103 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like late night room service and free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and portable fans
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Tourism Program, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Polish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 center
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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)

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 17.50 for adults and 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

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 cribs/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

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)?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out 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 mi (15 km).

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Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel) Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 452 out of 938 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 938 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 938 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 938 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 938 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was great for a one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

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

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

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

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

6/10 Okay

t

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Have stayed here before as it is a lovely place with an excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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

Tafadzwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place, spacious and well mantained
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

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

Phillip

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

Great hotel with even better staff

Fab hotel with excellent staff. Definitely the best hotel in the area. Good rooms. Nice surroundings. Lovely food, drink and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time at the Waterford was short, so we were not able to see or use all the facilities offered, and give them full review. We will be staying here again. Our only criticism is, the cocktails were very weak & not worth the money, we would recommend at trip to the near by supermarket.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hotel, stay here as often as I can. Price doubled for the second night so had to move on unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

george

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay access to road and motorway
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely relaxing weekend at the hotel and spa....
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jibreel

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

Lovely place to stay

Beautiful hotel in lovely ground.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

NYE stay

Deluxe rooms are very small and storage space limited. Lack of climate control in the room isn’t great as it was either cold or hot.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and staff helpful. Gave the impression pool and gym part of the hotel but it wasn’t.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

£17.50 p.p for breakfast!? Soulless and Faceless.

A slightly curious, albeit faceless corporate events hotel. The faceless touchscreen check-in sets the tone, albeit with a member of staff hovering in your peripheral vision while you do so. The room was clean and warm, frustratingly the extract fan to the bathroom emitted a low level hum at all times (much like leaving your toothbrush on charge). Having requested that breakfast for one be added at booking, it subsequently wasn't and I was then charged an eye watering £17.50 (?!) retrospectively (it's £13 on Hotels.com). Avoid
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good business commuter hotel

Good hotel, combined with the Willows training centre. Rooms are comfortable and clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024