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The Cardinals Hat

3.5 star property
Clothing optional inn with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Heating
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Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
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  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (The Sandon)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
31 Friar Street, Worcester, England, WR1 2NA

What's nearby

  • Worcester Cathedral - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Worcestershire County Cricket Club - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Worcester Racecourse - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • University of Worcester - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Sixways Stadium - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • Worcester Foregate Street Station - 9 min walk
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oil Basin Brewhouse - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪PizzaExpress - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zizzi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cosy Club - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Cardinals Hat

Inn in the city center
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 like:
  • Express check-out, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Cardinals Hat have thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like 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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.2 miles (GBP 10.50 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Georgian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 10.50 per day (984 ft away)
  • Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Clothing is optional at this property

Property is also known as

Cardinals Hat Inn Worcester
Cardinals Hat Inn
Cardinals Hat Worcester
The Cardinals Hat Inn
The Cardinals Hat Worcester
The Cardinals Hat Inn Worcester

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.

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Cardinals Hat located?

Located in the heart of Worcester, this inn is steps from Greyfriars and Worcester Cathedral. Royal Worcester Porcelain Works and Commandery are also within 10 minutes. Worcester Foregate Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Worcester Shrub Hill Station is 13 minutes.

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The Cardinals Hat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 201 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Room and location were really good for this property
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Being above an old pub, we did no know what to expect. We had a love room that was spotlessly clean, a very comfy bed and a smashing bathroom. The staff were excellent as well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

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

10/10

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

10/10

We loved the Cardinal’s Hat. Fantastic pub and a wonderful place to stay. The bedrooms have been refurbished to a very high standard, beautiful comfy bed and very clean. Fantastic breakfast. Only sorry that we couldn’t stay longer but we will definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

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

10/10

This was a sweet little pub/hotel with lovely rooms and a fantastic staff! If I get the chance to go to Worcester again, I'll definitely stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Really quirky hotel really friendly helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Friendly small historic pub in the centre of Worcester with a great full English breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10

Exactly what i expected from a 14th century pub. Quirky, cosy and charming. Friendly and helpful staff. Right in the centre so very convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

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

8/10

Really lovely and cosy room but was a bit cold and the noise levels aren’t great given the single-glazed window. As a pub, checking in was a bit weird but staff were really friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

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

8/10

Amazing old property. Reeks of history with a great little bar. Virtually no internet connection in the room. Terrific location, with historic Worcester within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

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

10/10

Fantastic friendly staff, room was fantastic and you couldn’t ask for a better location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10

Nice comfy room in an old worldy Inn in the heart of Worcester just a stones throw from the cathedral. Friendly staff and good food made for a really enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

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

10/10

A most enjoyable stay in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Definitely not quite as we were opposite a multi story carpark. Staff were great building was quirky. Breakfast was first rate.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

An historic property in the heart of the tourist area. Beautiful streets, buildings and pubs. Great breakfast options, 5 lb full English or continental delivery to room door. Lovely staff, nice room. And a pub right downstairs!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Had a lovely stay in the Cardinals hat. Would of been better if they had evening meals
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Amazing ,very friendly ,clean ,staff always happy to help , very comfortable stay , breakfast was included in a basket outside your room but we paid extra £5 each to have full English per day and it’s well worth it would highly recommend Nicole and Ellis are a credit to the hotel …. Very central to all parts of Worcester .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

It was a lovely room with friendly staff. Plsnning another visit soon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10

Lovely place to stay in a pretty place. Well priced Room was small but perfectly formed! Staff were all so helpful and friendly Would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023