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

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

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

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

1. The Carrington Arms

2.5 km from Cranfield University

Tom

₩69,803

₩126,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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

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

A brick building with a central entrance, surrounded by a paved pathway and landscaped with trees and rocks.

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

2. Mitchell Hall

0.7 km from Cranfield University

Malcolm

₩90,220

₩108,264 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A buffet setup with various salads and food items.

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

A building with a sign that reads "Cranfield Management Development Centre".

A building with a brick facade, a large entrance, and a paved patio area with outdoor seating.

3. Cranfield Management Development Centre

0.8 km from Cranfield University

alexander

₩102,052

₩122,462 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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 sleek black reception desk, a coffee station, and a seating area with umbrellas.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, a glass facade, and a sign reading "HOTEL LATOUR."

4. Hotel La Tour

8.6 km from Cranfield University

Ian

₩86,107

₩103,328 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 office space with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, and a unique hanging light fixture.

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

5. Moxy Milton Keynes

9.7 km from Cranfield University

Josh

₩79,867

₩95,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

6 km from Cranfield University

Craig

₩79,867

₩95,840 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

7. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Jack

₩86,002

₩103,202 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 banquet hall with round tables, numbered chairs, and illuminated chandeliers.

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

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

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

9.9 km from Cranfield University

Devram

₩75,430

₩90,516 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A formal dining room with a long table set for multiple guests, a chandelier, and framed portraits on the wall.

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

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

9. The Woburn Hotel

9.2 km from Cranfield University

Valerie

₩90,516

₩108,619 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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 dining area with multiple tables and chairs, framed pictures on the walls, and decorative lighting fixtures.

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.

10. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Carla

₩86,522

₩103,827 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

A spacious lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a reception desk.

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

11. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

9.4 km from Cranfield University

Hugo

₩69,514

₩83,416 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A canal with multiple narrowboats docked along the water.

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.

12. Peartree Lodge Waterside

8.4 km from Cranfield University

Susan

₩79,201

₩95,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A large brick building with a symmetrical facade, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a potted plant.

A dining room with wooden paneling, framed pictures, and a table set for a meal with wine bottles and glasses.

A traditional room with a checkered floor, a leather armchair, a wooden side table with a lamp, and a dining area in the background.

13. Flitwick Manor

12 km from Cranfield University

Kevin

₩113,144

₩135,773 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

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

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

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

14. Mercure Milton Keynes

12.5 km from Cranfield University

Simon

₩96,136

₩115,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A restaurant with wooden tables, blue cushioned booths, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a sectional sofa, two round tables, and a decorative ceiling light fixture.

A check-in kiosk at a hotel with a motivational quote wall in the background.

15. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central - Avebury Boulevard

10.2 km from Cranfield University

SHIVANGI

₩75,430

₩90,516 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 conference room with a large oval table, blue chairs, and a projector screen.

A restaurant with purple upholstered booths and wooden tables.

16. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

11.2 km from Cranfield University

Raveena

₩82,825

₩99,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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

A person holding a cocktail glass with a lemon slice, seated at a bar with a stainless steel counter.

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.

17. Novotel Milton Keynes

9.8 km from Cranfield University

Ricardo

₩70,993

₩85,192 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A restaurant interior with a 'SEASONAL' sign, wooden tables, potted plants, and a tiled backsplash.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a street lamp.

A modern building with a clock tower, large windows, and a brick facade.

An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a no diving sign.

18. Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

6.7 km from Cranfield University

Deborah

₩68,035

₩81,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

A bar area with stools, a counter with a cash register, and a wine rack with bottles.

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

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.

19. The White Hart

10.3 km from Cranfield University

Julie

₩119,800

₩143,760 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A hotel room with a large bed, a decorative headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

A room with a fireplace, yellow sofas, a round table, and patterned carpet.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, white cushions, and blue umbrellas.

A banquet table set with crystal glassware, silverware, and a centerpiece with flowers.

20. Woughton House Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive

7.7 km from Cranfield University

Sandra

₩106,489

₩127,787 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

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Compare popular hotels close to Cranfield University

Property	Property class	Guest rating
The Carrington Arms	9.6 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
Mitchell Hall	9.2 Wonderful 562 reviews	View
Cranfield Management Development Centre	9.2 Wonderful 706 reviews	View
Hotel La Tour	9.2 Wonderful 1,593 reviews	View
Moxy Milton Keynes	9.2 Wonderful 937 reviews	View

Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Good stay Room clean and tidy Nice Thai restaurant next door. Recommend for good value Note parking charge payable at property £6"

Hotel La Tour

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at Latour hotel several times and have always had a fantastic time 😀"

Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great breakfast. Would recommend. There is a footpath that leads to willen lake from the hotel"

Wisteria Haze

10/10 Excellent

"nice experience, room was well maintained and clean"

Stringfellow Hall

8/10 Good

"The address offered did not lead you to the receiption, which spend more than 10 mins to looking for and asking a staff outside the building, as the receiption is not near the room of the building."

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. Cranfield Management Development Centre

4. Hotel La Tour

5. Moxy Milton Keynes

6. Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

7. Travelodge Milton Keynes at The Hub

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes

9. The Woburn Hotel

10. Leonardo Hotel Milton Keynes

11. Holiday Inn Milton Keynes - Central by IHG

12. Peartree Lodge Waterside

13. Flitwick Manor

14. Mercure Milton Keynes

15. Premier Inn Milton Keynes Central - Avebury Boulevard

16. Holiday Inn Express Bedford by IHG

17. Novotel Milton Keynes

18. Kents Hill Park Training and Conference Centre

19. The White Hart

20. Woughton House Hotel, WorldHotels Distinctive

Compare popular hotels close to Cranfield University

Top Cranfield University Hotel Reviews

Moore Place Hotel, BW Signature Collection

Hotel La Tour

Holiday Inn Express Milton Keynes by IHG

Wisteria Haze

Stringfellow Hall

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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