The Cardinals Hat, Worcester

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The Cardinals Hat, 31 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcester, United Kingdom
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Experience The Cardinals Hat, a 3-star Worcester hotel featuring a historic pub atmosphere with traditional ales and boutique city rooms. Guests can enjoy a cozy beer garden and an ever-changing selection of local beers and ciders.

Rooms & Amenities

The Cardinals Hat offers six elegantly furnished Georgian city rooms with antique furniture and high ceilings. Each room features amenities such as Wi-Fi, TV, and tea and coffee making facilities with Royal Worcester crockery. The luxurious King John room includes a king-size mahogany four-poster bed and a large en-suite bathroom with a bath and shower.

Dining & Options

Dining options at The Cardinals Hat include a variety of traditional English pub snacks and meals. Guests can enjoy pastries like scotch eggs and pies alongside a diverse selection of ales, lagers, and fine wines. A gluten-free and vegetarian breakfast can be arranged upon request.

Leisure & Local Area

The Cardinals Hat features a covered beer garden for outdoor relaxation. Regular events include live music and community gatherings, enhancing the local cultural experience. The pub serves as a starting point for explorations of nearby landmarks such as Greyfriars' House and the Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum.

Services & Transportation

This historic pub is easily accessible by public transport with nearby bus stops like City Walls Road and Worcester Crowngate within walking distance. The Cardinals Hat is recognized for its friendly service and heritage ambiance, contributing to its status as one of the top pubs in the area. Guests can expect a warm, welcoming environment throughout their stay.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room
2 persons
4 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Superior Double Room
2 persons
4 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard Double Room
2 persons
3 m² 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Pets allowed
  • Adults only
  • Coffee shop

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Board games
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area

Room features

  • Heating
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Location

The Cardinals Hat, 31 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcester, United Kingdom
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The Cardinals Hat, 31 Friar Street, Worcester, Worcester, United Kingdom
Nearby
Church
Worcester Cathedral
270 m
Museum
The Commandery
270 m
Event hall
The Guildhall Worcester
310 m
Museum
Tudor House Museum
40 m
Museum
Museum of Royal Worcester
310 m
Art object
Edward Elgar Statue
120 m
The Greyfriars Friar Street
Greyfriars' House and Garden
120 m
Deansway St Andrews Gardens
Glover's Needle
340 m
Church
St Swithun's Worcester
440 m
Deansway
Worcester College
420 m
Farm
Top Barn Farm Park
460 m
Park
Fort Royal Park
410 m
Shopping Area
Cathedral Square
100 m
Worcester District
Edgar Tower
170 m
Friar St
National Trust
130 m
Croome Park
510 m
Worcester WR1 2HS
Sir Edward Elgar Statue sculpted by Kenneth Potts
120 m
Church
St Helens Church
200 m
Severn Street The Painting House
Piston Gin
330 m
Unit 14
The Gallery
460 m
Croome Park
St Mary Magdalene's Church
460 m
Worcester WR1 1DT
Mercian Regiment Museum
580 m
Restaurants
The Cardinal's Hat Inn
10 m
31 Friar Street
Globe Modern Bistro
40 m
41 Friar Street
Thai Gallery Restaurant
80 m
26-32 Friar Street
ASK Italian
230 m
2 High Street Cathedral Square
Meeting Place
40 m
44 Frair Street
Cosy Club Worcester
230 m
Cathedral Square 6 High Street Cathedral Square
Getting around
City Centre
Worcester6 min  ·  500 m
Airports
Gloucestershire Airport (GLO)57 min  ·  37.8 km
Birmingham Airport (BHX)94 min  ·  62.2 km
Bus
Bus stop8 min  ·  600 m
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-20:00
Check-out
from 08:00-11:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel The Cardinals Hat guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Number of rooms:
6

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