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The Cardinals Hat

Property class: 3.5
Clothing-optional Georgian inn perfect for exploring Worcester

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bathtub, and a window with curtains.
A bar with multiple beer taps, shelves of bottles, and a clock on the wall.
A cozy corner with a round table and two patterned chairs, a black door with a wreath, and a sign offering free Wi-Fi.
A cozy pub interior with wooden furniture, a fireplace, and a menu board.
An outdoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a white umbrella with 'VELTINS' branding, and a tall, narrow lamp post.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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31 Friar Street, Worcester, England, WR1 2NA
  • Place, Worcester Cathedral
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Worcestershire County Cricket Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Worcester Racecourse
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Birmingham (BHX)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

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
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Worcester

Heart of Worcester.Steps from the inn, you'll find Tudor House Museum and Greyfriars. Royal Worcester Porcelain Works and The Commandery are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Worcester Cathedral - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 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
  • ‪Côte - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Cardinal's Hat - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Plough - ‬4 min walk

About this property

The Cardinals Hat

Clothing-optional Georgian inn perfect for exploring Worcester
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The Cardinals Hat also features a terrace, a garden, and room service (during limited hours).

This 3.5-star Worcester inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Deli
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The Cardinals Hat offers 4 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathrobes and complimentary toiletries. This Worcester inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 10.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Please note that clothing is optional at The Cardinals Hat.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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

How close is The Cardinals Hat to the airport?

The Cardinals Hat is 37.3 mi (55-min drive) away from the Birmingham Airport (BHX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Aug 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cardinals Hat on Aug 24, 2026 start from CA $116, 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.

Does The Cardinals Hat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Cardinals Hat.

Does The Cardinals Hat offer free breakfast?

Yes, The Cardinals Hat offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cardinals Hat?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Cardinals Hat?

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

Is there free parking at The Cardinals Hat?

Free parking is not available at this inn.

Does The Cardinals Hat have a pool?

The Cardinals Hat does not have a pool.

Does The Cardinals Hat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Cardinals Hat to downtown Worcester?

The Cardinals Hat is 0.3 mi away from Worcester.

The Cardinals Hat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 63 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 252 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Great room, great location fantastic bar and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for the city centre easy reach of everything
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only a 1 night works trip. Clean room with everything you need. Tea/Coffee etc. Staff were very helpful with a great breakfast. Old world charm and could not fault.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Allan

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

6/10 Okay

Simon

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie

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

8/10 Good

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

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

Pub stays are the future

Lovely stay lovely food n lovely guy serving breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The good things:
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Platform housing ltd

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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4/10 Poor

Amit

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old.room with stained carpets, dust everywhere, noisy, mold on shower curtains, a dirty moldy towel was left behind the bath, never noticed by whoever cleaned there. It's authentic, I'll give it that...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

Fantastic hotel

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

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
Verified review

6/10 Okay

jacquie

Disliked: Cleanliness
Bar was warm and friendly Our room was dirty, thick dust on skirting boards and all ledges and window sills Shower head was rusty and drain was Yellow We did not shower and went home to wash Would not stay again or recommend it to others
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

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
Verified review

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