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 Sep 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinals Hat on Oct 7, 2025 start from ￥12,533, 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.

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 Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum are also within 15 minutes. Worcester Foregate Street Station is 9 minutes by foot and Worcester Shrub Hill Station is 13 minutes.

The Cardinals Hat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

About the neighborhood

Located in Worcester, The Cardinals Hat is in the city center. 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.

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8/10 Good

John

Aug 24, 2025

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

Very central

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Scott

May 16, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities

Room and location were really good for this property

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Platform housing ltd

May 14, 2025

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

Historically beautiful

Great staff lovely old building.

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Jul 4, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Jul 14, 2025

Characterful in prime location for visiting cathedral, museums and restaurants. Good sized room and luxury bathroom. Generous breakfast hamper. Facilities let down by inadequate/broken hangers in wardrobe and lack of mirror in the bedroom.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam

May 13, 2025

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

6/10 Okay

Alessandro Paolo

Jun 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

strategic location but very noisy rooms

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Feb 10, 2025

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

Richard

Mar 23, 2025

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

Scott

May 11, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Andy

May 15, 2025

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

Great location.

Great location, however if you’re in a car , it’s very difficult to find a spot and the NCP right opposite the hotel has an entrance a 7 minute drive away but a lot longer in rush hour . The hotel does not have any private parking! .

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Jan 21, 2025

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

Feb 6, 2025

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

Michael

Jul 20, 2024

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

Jul 21, 2024

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

Ruth

Sep 30, 2024

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

Claire

Jul 14, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

J

Jul 2, 2024

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

Aug 14, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Dec 2, 2022

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

8/10 Good

Gary

Dec 10, 2024

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

Yvonne

Jul 4, 2024

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

Jun 10, 2023

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

8/10 Good

JONATHAN

Dec 24, 2024

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

Oct 16, 2024

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

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