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Pilgrims Hotel

Property class: 3

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A bar area with wooden beams, a variety of liquor bottles, a cash register, and a vase with flowers.
A building with a sign reading "Pilgrim Hotel" and a hanging flower basket.
A hallway with a framed drawing, a window with blinds, and a brown armchair with a striped pillow.
A street with a white building featuring hanging flower baskets and outdoor seating.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a telephone, a television, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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18 The Friars, Canterbury, England, CT1 2AS
  • Place, Marlowe Theatre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Westgate Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Canterbury Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, London (SEN-Southend)
    ‪119 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Ensuite

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a mirror, and a wardrobe.

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 271 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room, Ensuite ((Small))

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with white bedding, two red lamps, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Double Room, Ensuite ((Small))

  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster )

A four-poster bed with a canopy, a bedside table, a chair, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite (Four Poster )

  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red accents, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 249 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a telephone, a mirror, and a small trash bin.

Single Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 171 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite

A bedroom with a high ceiling, a bed with white bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, and a wooden ceiling structure.

Superior Suite, Ensuite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 351 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

View all photos for Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Bath Only)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a mirror, a television, and a trash can.

Standard Single Room, Ensuite (Bath Only)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, and a dresser with a mirror.

Deluxe Double Room, Ensuite

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 219 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, Ensuite

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Suite, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Canterbury

Pilgrims Hotel places you next to Marlowe Theatre and Sidney Cooper Gallery. This 20-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and a computer station.

What's nearby

  • Marlowe Theatre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Westgate Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Canterbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Canterbury Christ Church University - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Kent - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Old Weavers House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Griffin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Foundry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Creams Cafe Canterbury - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pilgrims Hotel

Pilgrims Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a computer station. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with luggage storage, and offer sightseeing advice.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

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 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

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

What's there to do near Pilgrims Hotel?

This hotel is located in Canterbury, just steps from Canterbury Cathedral and Marlowe Theatre, and within a short walk of Westgate Gardens. You'll also find Dane John Gardens and St. Augustine's Abbey less than a mile away.

Does Pilgrims Hotel feature a casino at the property?

No, Pilgrims Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pilgrims Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Pilgrims Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pilgrims Hotel serves free continental breakfast from its cafe.

Will Pilgrims Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pilgrims Hotel.

How far is the airport from Pilgrims Hotel?

The closest major airport to Pilgrims Hotel is London (SEN-Southend), which is about 25.7 mi away.

Pilgrims Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 338 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 135 out of 338 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 338 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 338 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 338 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
helpful staffs, clean room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, good continental breakfast in lovely surroundings.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The breakfast was rich. The position for perfect for visiting Canterbury
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Adequate room
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Good location. Tiny room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for getting about Canterbury.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel and friendly staff. Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent variety of food for a continental breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, welcoming staff, room had everything you would expect, clean and homely. Great location, central to cathedral and town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very kind staff. Excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
There should be a window curtain in the bathroom to protect privacy.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were lovely 👍 Nice continental breakfast 😋
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff, location and character.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Charming old inn in a convenient spot, close to history and pubs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful breakfast and a helpful staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly staff, cute little hotel with lovely little rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Staff very friendly and helpful. Very good continental breakfast and facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and cozy rooms
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great Location friendly staff.

Lovely Hotel. Great location, very central. Sadly bed and pillows a bit hard for me.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very central, friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely Venue, friendly staff Will definitely revisit
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022