Introduction: The Travelodge Luton Hotel is located just
off of junction 11 of the M1 motorway, 4 miles from Luton airport and some 2
miles form the centre of Luton. There's a petrol station adjacent to the
building. You can get to the airport by using the M1 to
the next junction which bypasses the town centre. The M1 gives access into North
London and out to the North of England. Luton itself has offers a good variety
of shops and associated amenities including retails parks. Local attractions
include Luton Museum and Art Gallery (2.1 miles), Woodside Animal Farm & Leisure
Park (2.6 miles), Whipsnade Zoo (4.4 miles)
Hotel:
The Travelodge chain of hotels sets out to offer standard facilities across all
its properties. A no thrills accommodation but with all the key essentials
travellers look for.
The hotel reception is to be found on the first floor.
Room come with en-suite bathroom, king size bed, duvet, telephone, TV and
coffee/tea facilities. Specific to this hotel is that the family rooms have
baths with showers but the double rooms only have showers.
Onsite is the Bar Café restaurant/bar. Each morning a breakfast buffet is served
as well as evening meals.
Bar Café breakfast served 07.00 till 10.00 (Weekends 08.00 till 11.00). Dinner
served 17.00 till 22.00..
The hotel bar is fully licensed and serves soft and
alcoholic beverages.
Vending machines for snacks.
The front desk is open 24/7. Fast and extended hour check-in and check-out
options (for a fee). Hotel has a WiFi internet access service.
Shuttle: The
Virgin
Trains VT99 railair service stops at the hotel. Its also a stop for the
National Express
777 service with a stop at Luton Airport (stop opposite Overstone
Road). (charges)
Parking: 140 spaces available onsite, front and rear. Charges apply.
Room Numbers: 140
Check-in: 15.00 (3 pm)
Check-out: 12.00 noon
Past Names:
Regent Lodge Hotel (2006), Regent Hotel Luton (2005), Travelodge Luton (2004),
Luton Gateway Hotel
The hotel is unusual in that it has returned to Travelodge management after 2
years having changed hands in 2005.