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The Pilgrims Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Canterbury Cathedral

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Double room-Signature-Ensuite
Meeting facility
Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite
Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster ) | View from room
Front of property

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Room options

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Double room-Signature-Ensuite

Double room-Signature-Ensuite

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Basic Single Room, Ensuite (Bath only)

Basic Single Room, Ensuite (Bath only)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite (Bathtub)

Family Room, Ensuite (Bathtub)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

Double Room, Ensuite (Small)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster )

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster )

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

Family Quadruple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
Desk
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Single Room, Ensuite

Single Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Wardrobe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Twin Room, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
18 The Friars, Canterbury, England, CT1 2AS

What's nearby

  • Marlowe Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of Kent - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Canterbury West Station - 7 min walk
  • Gatwick Airport (LGW) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Black Griffin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Cricketers - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Lady Luck - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Pilgrims Hotel

Hotel near Canterbury Cathedral
Consider a stay at The Pilgrims Hotel and take advantage of free continental breakfast, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. In addition to a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Luggage storage, 1 meeting room and a banquet hall
  • Coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at The Pilgrims Hotel include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French, Greek, Polish, Slovak

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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 16 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • The Pilgrims

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 20.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 16 per day (262 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 20.0 per day

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Pilgrims Hotel Canterbury
Pilgrims Hotel
The Pilgrims Hotel Hotel
The Pilgrims Hotel Canterbury
The Pilgrims Hotel Hotel Canterbury

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pilgrims Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Pilgrims Hotel?

As of 29 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Pilgrims Hotel on 1 July 2025 start from AU$231.07, 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 Pilgrims Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at The Pilgrims Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is The Pilgrims Hotel located?

Situated in Canterbury, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Marlowe Theatre and Canterbury Cathedral. St. Peter's Anglican Church and Sidney Cooper Gallery are just steps away. Canterbury West Station is 7 minutes by foot and Canterbury East Station is 11 minutes.

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The Pilgrims Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 293 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 118 out of 293 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 293 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 293 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 293 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Very convenient and good value for money
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

The location is in the no-cars zone, plan ahead carefully if you drive. The building is very old, as is to be expected for the area, but well maintained. Easy walking to all attractions and lots of dining options.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10

Friendly helpful staff, GREAT home baked pastries for breakfast and very convenient. Nice to stay in a hotel with a history. The sloping floors in the bedroom is a bit disconcerting
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10

Good location, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

4/10

Very overpriced for a pokey & worn room & very cramped overall-could barely get in the bathroom. Staff friendly but under-resourced - ie at times no one on reception,breakfast room or at the bar. Breakfast perfunctory offering & no service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10

Funny smell in the bathroom. Annoying that breakfast was only continental, as it wasn’t obvious when I booked. If I’d known I’d have gone elsewhere for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10

Whilst location was good, very difficult to get heavy luggage from car to hotel. Bollards blocking every street nearby. No instructions from hotel to assist. Staff member unhelpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10

Charming old inn in a convenient spot, close to history and pubs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Pleasant staff and nice clean room and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Staff were lovely 👍 Nice continental breakfast 😋
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10

The hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

Central location on high st. Staff were super friendly. Breakfast was satisfying.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

Nice area of Bristol and enjoyed my room view onto the park.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Great staff, location and character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

A wonderful breakfast and a helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Really friendly staff, cute little hotel with lovely little rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10

Perfect location for the Marlowe theatre and the centre of Canterbury. Lovely bar
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Perfect location and cozy rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10

Absolutely great experience while im staying, good location(middle of city centre), quality of service nice and quick and you will satisfy with breakfast in here
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10

Very central, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10

The Pilgrim's Hotel was a great value for the money. Our room was cozy and comfortable with plenty of space for our family of three. The lounge/common area has big couches as well as tall tables with chairs, which made it a great place to spend a couple of hours in the evening playing games with our son and having a couple of drinks from the bar, which is a life-saver when you have cold wintry evenings with a five year old and going out really isn't an option (and just staying in your room would be torture). The breakfast is pretty simple fare (yogurt with toppings, cereal, cold meats and cheese, and bread). Was pleased they offered gluten free bread for myself. Coffee was disappointing and toaster didn't work well, but otherwise it's a very adequate start to the day. Great stay overall and excellent location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10

Room was tiny and bed was one of the most uncomfortable I’ve ever experienced in a hotel. The whole place has more of a hostel feel, including the dining area which was cold and unwelcoming. The food (breakfast) selection was ok and the location was good although the staff I encountered did not appear that bothered about anything, giving the impression they were disenfranchised with the roles and their employer. The building itself is old and in need of a major refurbishment. I do not think the value for money was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

The staff were friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Highly recommended. The staff were so helpful and breakfast was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10

Cosy room in old building. In the listing it did say the room was small. Be aware that the stairs are steep and some quirks in the room lighting and shower controls. Very pleasant staff and good continental style breakfast. We had a pleasant stay and it was good value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024