Pilgrims Hotel

Hotels
8.1 (2371 reviews)
18 The Friars , Canterbury , gb

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Luggage storage
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
Coffee Shop on site
Cashless payment available
Free wired internet
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Reception hall

Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.49
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, including unclean bathrooms.
Service
9.46
Many reviews praised the staff for being professional, friendly, and polite.
Location
9.5
The hotel location is frequently described as fantastic and very close to the city centre.
Room Quality
7.45
Rooms are described as small and some have maintenance issues, which affected the experience.
Amenities
7.48
Some amenities lack, such as lifts and a functioning breakfast room.
Value for Money
8.44
While some found it good value, others felt it was overpriced given cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
7.49
The breakfast experience was inconsistent, with cleanliness issues impacting perception.
Overall Experience
8.46
Positive experiences with location and staff, but frustration with cleanliness and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-01 08:16

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts
Experience the enchanting blend of history and modern amenities at The Pilgrims Hotel in Canterbury. Dating back to the 16th century and nestled within the Roman city walls, this family-run hotel offers free WiFi and a cosy oak-beamed bar for a truly unique stay.

Cozy Rooms with Traditional Touches
Unwind in the comfort of our traditional rooms, each equipped with a flat-screen TV, en suite bathroom with free toiletries, and a tea/coffee tray for your convenience.

Prime Location for Exploring
Ideally located opposite the Marlowe Theatre and a short stroll from the iconic Canterbury Cathedral, Pilgrims Hotel provides easy access to the city's vibrant shops and restaurants. Immerse yourself in the medieval charm of the surroundings.

Ready to immerse yourself in history? Book your stay at The Pilgrims Hotel now for an unforgettable Canterbury experience.

Important information:


Currently no hot breakfast is being served, a continental breakfast will be served in the dining room.

Please note that parking is only available in the public car park, St Radiguns car park, 820 feet away from the hotel for GBP 16.00 for 24 hours. When checking into the hotel, staff will provide you with discounted parking vouchers and directions.

Please note that this property has no elevator and may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.

All rooms are split over 2 floors. Currently no hot breakfast is being served, a continental breakfast will be served to your room.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LGW

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 2371 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.49
Service: 9.46
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 7.45
Amenities: 7.48
Value for Money: 8.44
Food and Beverage: 7.49
Overall Experience: 8.46
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Szandi Fogarasi solo_traveller hu
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Lesley solo_traveller gb
7
Cons:

I expected something small, as I booked the cheapest room because that's all I can afford in England but this was smaller than small. I'm sure in the old days it was the cloakroom.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
9
Pros:

Perfect location for everything in Canterbury and a short walk from the station.
Comfortable room and bed. Very clean. Friendly staff.
Nice bar on the ground floor offering 10% discount on drinks.

Cons:

There were a few little things in the room that should have been picked up on.... Kettle had a lot of build up in it... it must be a hard water area, likewise taps and shower head. Handle on the inside of the shower was missing.
Would have been nice to have a small table and chair, there was space in the room. But nothing that spoiled the stay.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Rainer solo_traveller de
7
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Gareth solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
10
Lovely place perfect location and excellent staff
Pros:

Location, staff and breakfast

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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karen couple gb
8
Great stay, even though bed was a bit uncomfortable, great location for canterbury centre
Pros:

Right in the centre of Canterbury, staff friendly.

Cons:

Bed was a bit like sleeping on a board.

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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Sharon couple gb
7
Pros:

Great location

Cons:

No parking on site

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Maria couple pl
8
Ogólnie hotel super
Pros:

Śniadanie było średnie

Cons:

Brakowało warzyw i jajek

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Sam extended_group gb
10
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller ua
9
Pros:

Superb location, welcoming and helpful staff, authentic aesthetic, tasty breakfast was included

Cons:

Would prefer to have a flexible shower over a bath, and a chair in my room

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Clare couple gb
9
Great location & great room
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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François solo_traveller fr
10
Pros:

Bien 👍

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Caroline couple gb
5
Would have been fine if the information about the hotel parking had been accurate.
Pros:

Location was excellent as was the continental breakfast. The room was bijou but we had expected that as it was advertised as a small double.

Cons:

Booking.com indicated that the hotel had parking, which it did not. The hotel website indicated that there was parking until you looked at 'further details' where it stated that parking was off site. The car park was close to the hotel but cost £16 a day which is not something that we had expected from the information on the two websites. Not very acceptable in our opinion.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Maria couple gb
1
Don’t bother booking this
Pros:

Central location but don’t bother booking this place!!!

Cons:

Where do I begin??? The place is like a ghost town, understaffed and I felt sorry for this guy. It’s a very dirty place, very old fashioned, in desperate need of a renovation, my neck and back hurts from the awfully old and uncomfortable pillows and mattress. Now onto the super dysfunctional showers and toilets: the showers are useless and the toilet doesn’t flush, the sink is impossible to do anything like washing your face or hands… As for the “included breakfast” it’s an absolute scam as we went down and there was nothing left but a slice of toast and filter coffee so we had to go elsewhere for food. Now the only member of staff in this place is an absolute mess, but cannot blame him, he looks overwhelmed by everything there. Please save yourself and don’t make the same mistake!!!!

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Ewa solo_traveller pl
6
2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Jen couple gb
4
Great hotel in a great place, shame about problems not being resolved.
Pros:

Excellent location, easy check in. Good continental breakfast. Expected amenities in room. Iron and ironing board available on request.

Cons:

Issues with resolving problems raised.
We stayed the first weekend in and May, which was warm for the time of year. The entire time the radiator in the room was on high. Several times we requested it be turned off, and were told each time or had been sorted and the radiator would go off. It did not go off and the room remained very warm, which was compounded by the weather and the inability to open the window to the fullest. It made for a very uncomfortable night with limited sleep.

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Bernard solo_traveller fr
9
Pilgrim hôtel
Pros:

Établissement bien situé, propre, pas de bruit , calme, personnel très agréable et accueillant, serviable. Je recommande cet établissement

Cons:

Tout était bien

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Carter solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Barbara extended_group ch
9
2026-04-30 via Nuitee