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A building with a brick facade and a wooden deck with picnic tables.

A bar with shelves of liquor bottles and jars of nuts and spices.

A modern lounge area with seating, a television screen, and a decorative wall.

A row of brick buildings with a concrete pathway and fallen leaves.

1. The Carrington Arms

2.5 km from Cranfield University

Doug

NT$1,691

NT$3,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel reception area with a wooden herringbone floor, a reception desk, a purple counter, and a patterned armchair.

A reception area with a glass display case containing decorative items, a brochure stand, and a patterned armchair.

A brick building with picnic tables and umbrellas in a grassy area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and bar.

2. Mitchell Hall

0.7 km from Cranfield University

Lara

NT$2,186

NT$2,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A laptop on a wooden table with a glass of white wine beside it, in a hotel room with a bed and red pillows.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, digital check-in kiosks, and a visible clock.

A modern hotel lobby with leather seating, a wooden reception desk, and a large potted plant.

3. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

6 km from Cranfield University

Deborah

NT$1,935

NT$2,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern lounge area with a hanging chair, a sofa, a small table with a drink, and a decorative wall with lights.

A modern room with a black wall, wooden benches, and pendant lights. There are pillows, a skateboard, and a suitcase on the benches.

A modern lounge area with seating, tables, and a large screen displaying content.

A modern office space with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a unique hanging light fixture.

4. Moxy Milton Keynes

9.7 km from Cranfield University

Devan

NT$2,064

NT$2,477 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a curved counter, a variety of bottles, and a city view through large windows.

A restaurant with long tables, chairs, and a view of the cityscape through large windows.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, marble walls, and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a sleek black reception desk, a coffee station, and a seating area with umbrellas.

5. Hotel La Tour

8.6 km from Cranfield University

Christine

NT$2,235

NT$2,682 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

6. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Jack

NT$3,948

NT$4,774 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A bedroom with a large bed, a white bathtub, a wooden wardrobe, and a wall-mounted clock.

A patio area with outdoor seating, a brick building, and a large tent structure.

A large, historic building with symmetrical architecture, expansive lawns, and a formal garden layout.

A hotel room with a television, a mirror, a vanity, and a door leading to a bathroom.

7. The Woburn Hotel

9.2 km from Cranfield University

Mark

NT$2,202

NT$2,643 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A neatly made bed with white linens and a blue blanket, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted shelf with decorative items, and a painting of a beach scene above the bed.

A house with a sloped roof, solar panels, and a small garden.

A garden with a wisteria tree, a grassy lawn, and a building with a sloped roof.

A room with a white leather armchair, a striped pillow, and a wall-mounted metallic flower art piece.

8. Yew Tree Farm

14.7 km from Cranfield University

Tina

NT$3,763

NT$4,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

The exterior of the Leonardo Hotel with its illuminated signage, large glass windows, and a visible entrance.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. There is a TV mounted on the wall, a bookshelf, and a large window with curtains.

9. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Carla

NT$2,097

NT$2,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An aerial view of a riverside area with a dock, boats, and buildings.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and a brick facade at night.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a window with a view, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

A building with a flat roof and multiple balconies, surrounded by a reflective pool.

10. Peartree Lodge Waterside

8.4 km from Cranfield University

Susan

NT$1,919

NT$2,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern dining area with a curved sofa and a round table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious lobby with striped armchairs, a dining area with yellow chairs, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A banquet hall with round tables, numbered chairs, and illuminated chandeliers.

A modern bar area with red and white bar stools, a wooden counter, and a seating area with red and white chairs.

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Devram

NT$1,828

NT$2,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a large window with the name "marco's" visible, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a large windowed atrium.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a high ceiling with natural light.

12. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

9.4 km from Cranfield University

ANDREW J

NT$2,087

NT$2,504 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A Holiday Inn Express building with a parking lot and two cars parked in front.

13. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

11.2 km from Cranfield University

Raveena

NT$1,864

NT$2,236 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A patio with two green chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and a small waterfall.

A bar area with wooden cabinets, multiple liquor bottles, and bar stools.

A room with two chairs, a table with a plant and two cups, and a large window with a view of greenery and a brick building.

A restaurant setting with tables set for dining, featuring clear glassware and a menu stand.

14. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

6.3 km from Cranfield University

Heather

NT$2,097

NT$2,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A large, historic building with a reflection in the water, surrounded by lush greenery and swans.

A gym with treadmills and a person using one.

A restaurant with a central bar area, multiple seating options, and a decorative wall with floral patterns.

A swimming pool with tiled walls, a lifebuoy, and a lounge chair.

15. Novotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Ricardo

NT$1,907

NT$2,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A restaurant interior with large windows, wooden tables, and chairs.

A bar area with shelves of alcohol, a counter with a cash register, and hanging lights.

A reception desk with a monitor, a digital screen displaying hotel information, and a large cityscape mural.

16. Premier Inn Milton Keynes - Willen Lake

6.8 km from Cranfield University

Tahnee

NT$1,835

NT$2,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A restaurant with outdoor seating, a conservatory, and a view of the garden.

A modern building with a sign reading 'Mercure MILTON KEYNES.'

A dining area with a large table, multiple chairs, a television, and wine racks on the walls.

A bar area with a dark wood bar counter, two black leather bar stools, and a variety of liquor bottles.

17. Mercure Milton Keynes

12.5 km from Cranfield University

Simon

NT$2,330

NT$2,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden dining table set with wine glasses, a bottle, and a salt and pepper shaker.

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A traditional brick building with a sign reading "The Bell Hotel."

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and umbrellas, decorated with British flags.

18. Bell Hotel & Inn by Greene King Inns

8.9 km from Cranfield University

Edward

NT$1,887

NT$2,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A historic building with multiple signs indicating it houses a hotel, an eatery, and a coffee house.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a chair, a small table, and floral curtains.

An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and benches, a wooden fence, and a building with a sign advertising quality food, fine wines, ales, tea, and coffee.

A cozy pub with a brick fireplace, wooden beams, and a chalkboard menu.

19. Swan Revived Hotel

6.5 km from Cranfield University

Lisa

NT$1,943

NT$2,332 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional pub with a dark entrance door, white-framed windows, and hanging lights.

A bathroom vanity with a round mirror, a soap dispenser, and a small card on the counter.

A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a small potted plant, and neatly folded napkins.

A bedroom with a brick wall, a bed with a headboard, a TV mounted on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

20. The White Hart

10.3 km from Cranfield University

Steve

NT$3,929

NT$4,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Cranfield University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Carrington Arms	9.6 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Mitchell Hall	9.0 Wonderful 570 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Moxy Milton Keynes	9.2 Wonderful 947 reviews	View
Hotel La Tour	9.2 Wonderful 1,589 reviews	View

Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

The Carrington Arms

10/10 Excellent

"Great food good service priced fairly"

Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

10/10 Excellent

"The staff are absolutely amazing, it’s brilliant to see passionate people doing their job."

Mitchell Hall

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very pleasant for the price paid. Extremely clean and spacious bathroom. Breakfast was good and the staff were extremely helpful and welcoming. Would recommend a stay here if you need something simple that does the job."

Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

8/10 Good

"Welcoming staff, clean room and good breakfast."

Cranfield Management Development Centre

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed here for a chess weekend which was held in the Mercure Bedford. So pleased that when trying to book the Mercure was full. It was smelly and dirty, car parking was a nightmare. With some certainty Cranfield is 5* stay for a 3* price. Would book again, again and again if needing somewhere near Bedford or Milton Keynes."

Wisteria Haze

10/10 Excellent

"nice experience, room was well maintained and clean"

Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - East M1, Jct. 14 by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel excellent breakfast staff really friendly"

Other attractions near Cranfield University

A wooden pier extending into calm waters at dusk with a city skyline in the background.

Willen Lake

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Willen Lake during your travels in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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A hammock suspended between trees in a forest with blue flowers.

Marston Vale Millennium Country Park

4.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Marston Vale Millennium Country Park, a lovely green space in Marston Moretaine.

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Inspired Gourmet Cookery School

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Inspired Gourmet Cookery School during your visit to Broughton. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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The Stables Theatre

You can make plans for a show at The Stables Theatre on your trip to Wavendon. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Willen Labyrinth

Enjoy an outing to Willen Labyrinth during your stay in Milton Keynes. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Wake MK

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Wake MK, an entertaining place to visit in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

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Gullivers Land

8.4/10 (68 reviews)

Bring the family to Gullivers Land and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Milton Keynes. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

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The Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at The Beach during your trip to Millbrook?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cranfield University?

Cranfield University is located in Cranfield. You'll find 140 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cranfield University?

Cranfield Management Development Centre is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Cranfield University. Other good choices within a short distance include Mitchell Hall and Stringfellow Hall.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cranfield University?

Expedia has 140 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Cranfield University.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cranfield University, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Cranfield University.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cranfield University?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Cranfield University, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Cranfield University?

Bring the family to The Stables Theatre, Willen Labyrinth, and Willen Observation Wheel while you're checking out the area near Cranfield University. Explore nature at Willen Lake and Marston Vale Millennium Country Park. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Gullivers Land and Inspired Gourmet Cookery School.

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Our top choices for Cranfield University hotels

1. The Carrington Arms

2. Mitchell Hall

3. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

4. Moxy Milton Keynes

5. Hotel La Tour

6. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

7. The Woburn Hotel

8. Yew Tree Farm

9. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

10. Peartree Lodge Waterside

11. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

12. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

13. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

14. Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

15. Novotel Milton Keynes

16. Premier Inn Milton Keynes - Willen Lake

17. Mercure Milton Keynes

18. Bell Hotel & Inn by Greene King Inns

19. Swan Revived Hotel

20. The White Hart

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Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

The Carrington Arms

Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

Mitchell Hall

Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Cranfield Management Development Centre

Wisteria Haze

Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - East M1, Jct. 14 by IHG

Other attractions near Cranfield University

Willen Lake

Marston Vale Millennium Country Park

Inspired Gourmet Cookery School

The Stables Theatre

Willen Labyrinth

Wake MK

Gullivers Land

The Beach

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