The Cardinals Hat

Property class: 3.5

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Free breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at The Cardinals Hat. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ฿2,709
฿3,251 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Room options

View all photos for Double Room (The Sandon)

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, two bedside lamps, and a floral wallpaper background.

Double Room (The Sandon)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (The Townshend)

A neatly made bed with patterned bedding, a bedside lamp, and a floral wallpapered wall.

Double Room (The Townshend)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room (The Elgar)

A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (The Elgar)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room (The King John - Four Poster Bed)

A four-poster bed with a wooden frame, a bedside table with a lamp, a chair, and a radiator.

Double Room (The King John - Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Worcester, The Cardinals Hat is in the city centre. Greyfriars and Spetchley Park Gardens are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Worcester Woods Country Park and Knapp & Papermill Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Worcestershire County Cricket Club or Sixways Stadium. Visit our Worcester travel guide
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31 Friar Street, Worcester, England, WR1 2NA

What's nearby

  • A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, arched windows, and rows of pews.
    Worcester Cathedral
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Royal Worcester Porcelain Works
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Worcestershire County Cricket Club
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Worcester Racecourse
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of Worcester
    20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Worcester Foregate Street Station
    9 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ye Olde Talbot
    1 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min walk
  • The Cardinal's Hat
    1 min walk
  • Hotel Chocolat
    3 min walk
  • The Plough
    4 min walk

About this property

The Cardinals Hat

  • Inn in the city centre
  • Free breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at The Cardinals Hat. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a bar.
  • You'll also find perks such as:
    • Express check-out, smoke-free property and luggage storage
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at The Cardinals Hat offer thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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฿2,926 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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Frequently asked questions

Is The Cardinals Hat pet-friendly?

Yes, this inn allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cardinals Hat?

As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinals Hat on 1 Nov 2026 start from ฿2,709, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Cardinals Hat?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cardinals Hat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cardinals Hat located?

Located in the heart of Worcester, this inn is steps away from Tudor House Museum, Greyfriars and Worcester Cathedral. Royal Worcester Porcelain Works and The Commandery are also within 5 minutes. Worcester Foregate Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Worcester Shrub Hill Station is 13 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Cardinals Hat Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 258 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 258 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 258 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 258 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 258 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room in a very convenient location. Staff were a great help and the breakfast basket was such a lovely touch!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Great room, great location fantastic bar and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel, comfy bed, nice clean room, central location for exploring Worcester close to NCP car park. Lovely staff and a great cooked breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly,room clean,perfect place to stay and a lovely English breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very central for all the sights and shops. Staff were helpful and friendly. Room was clean and spacious with small fridge and kettle etc. The included continental breakfast hamper was a nice idea.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely quirky room. Very nice pub (oldest in Worcester) very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room and location were really good for this property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were lovely. Room was nice. Four poster bed. Slightly awkward shower curtain but bath was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Unfortunately we didn't find the staff at all helpful. The continental breakfast was poor ... Soggy pre frozen pastries in a stained picnic hamper. However the roo. Was clean and tidy and bar well stocked.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay with fantastic Staff!

Fantastic place and lovely welcoming staff member Holly. Excellent real ales and wine selection.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Bed was comfortable and parking was just across the street. Would not stay in the summer as it would be noisy. Shower was good but could do with a good clean as lots of mould on the grouting
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Historically beautiful

Great staff lovely old building.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really quirky hotel really friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Cosy business stay

Perfect little spot for a business trip stay. Lovely old english pub. Beds were super comfy and the staff were excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room and bed, fridge was a bonus. Situated in good area, close to other pubs restaurants and shops. Lovely breakfast and welcoming polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old (Tudor?) building with traditional wooden features, heaps of unique character and a charming pub on the ground floor! Staff were friendly and efficient and the standard hamper breakfast brought to the door on time. No parking as located in city centre but therefore walkable to many touristic amenities and facilities. Would happily stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous historic pub with lovely rooms.

I stayed in the King John room. Had a double poster bed and a lovely bathroom. The pub has loads of character and the room was very comfortable. A picnic hamper for breakfast was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accommodation above a pub. Nice enough room, could use a new carpet. Lovely staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice rooms in a characterful old pub. Good breakfast, great cask beers and very nice staff. The room was a little hot given the warm weather, but a small price to pay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely character hotel

This hotel is perfect if you want to stay in a traditional English pub that is oozing character. Friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and very tasty continental breakfast. Definitely recommended 😀
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky but fun hotel in centre city Worcester. VERY dog-friendly - which was grand. A nice quiet pub and really helpful staff. We hope to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short break away

Lovely old pub, very atmospheric. Room was a little small but clean and comfortable. Breakfast (we paid extra for full English) was very good and freshly prepared.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great old fashioned hotel with friendly staff

Lovely old fashioned hotel, friendly staff and excellent room. The bottle of Prosecco for our wedding anniversary was a lovely touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay in the oldest pub in Worcester. Room was small but comfortable. The staff were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, spacious room, very hot day and our room had a fan, brilliant. Only negative, the carpet wasn't in the best condition, however, for a busy pub with a lot of guests it wasn't a big issue.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025