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The Cardinals Hat

3.5 star property
Clothing-optional inn with free breakfast and coffee shop/cafe

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is £66
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul

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Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
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Highlights

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

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 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

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (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

  • Dressing gowns
  • 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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

Pets are 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 on 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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.

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

As of 5 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinals Hat on 20 Jul 2025 start from £66.0, including 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 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. 124 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 204 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Richard

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

Great pub / hotel loved it.

A very different hotel being the oldest pub in Worcester. Absolutely loved the Cardinals Hat, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

Great pub in Worcester to stay

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 Excellent

Ruth

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

TANIA

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

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly small historic pub in the centre of Worcester with a great full English breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gary

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

J

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

10/10 Excellent

Sheree

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

8/10 Good

JONATHAN

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

Lovely, cosy room above a busy pub

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

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Great old place.

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 Excellent

Martin

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

Yvonne

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

10/10 Excellent

David

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

All is okay in the Hat

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

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Janet

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

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely room with friendly staff. Plsnning another visit soon
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

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

Lovely short break

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Nice room / good breakfast / soft bed

great location, nice room but bed very very soft ! breakfast cooked to order and very good quality
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Superb

We absolutely loved everything about The Cardinals Hat. The staff were lovely and the room was superb, the bed was really comfortable too. We would absolutely recommend staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024