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8.2

1,905 reviews

Pilgrims Hotel

Pilgrims Hotel

18 The Friars, Canterbury, CT1 2AS, United Kingdom

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Pilgrims Hotel

Welcome to the charming Pilgrims Hotel, nestled just a short 0.1mi from the vibrant heart of Canterbury! This delightful 3-star haven is perfect for those eager to explore the enchanting streets of this historic city. With a starting price of only $71, you can indulge in a comfortable stay without breaking the bank, all while enjoying the plethora of sights and sounds around you.

At Pilgrims Hotel, your mornings are about to get a whole lot better with the offering of a scrumptious breakfast. After fueling up, why not relax in one of the non-smoking rooms with stunning views? Stay connected with free Wi-Fi or make use of the complimentary meeting and banquet facilities—perfect for both business travelers and social gatherings alike. And when the sun sets, unwind at the hotel bar with a refreshing drink in hand, soaking in the lively atmosphere.

With over 1,905 glowing reviews, it's clear that guests leave with smiles and fond memories. Whether you’re venturing out to explore the site's rich history or simply enjoying the comfort of your room, the Pilgrims Hotel promises an unforgettable experience in beautiful Canterbury. Don’t forget to take advantage of the free toiletries, ensuring your stay feels just like home. Come and create your adventure!

Get ready to explore the unique charm of Canterbury while staying at the Pilgrims Hotel, where the spirit of the city meets cozy accommodations. The hotel boasts a mix of room types to suit every traveler's needs, from spacious King Rooms that can fit your whole family to more intimate settings like the Deluxe Double Room. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway or a lively family adventure, there’s a perfect space waiting just for you. Picture yourself unwinding in a beautifully designed room after a day of sightseeing, while enjoying all the modern conveniences you need to feel right at home.

As you step outside the hotel, an array of delightful activities awaits! Stroll through the ancient streets of Canterbury, where history comes alive at every turn, from the majestic Canterbury Cathedral to the charming cobbled lanes filled with shops and cafes. For the more adventurous soul, take a leisurely bike ride along the riverside paths or explore nearby parks and gardens brimming with vibrant flora. Don’t forget to indulge in some of the local flavors as you taste your way through the renowned eateries nearby, crafting memories that will last a lifetime.

And when night falls, what could be better than gathering with friends or family at the hotel bar? With a selection of refreshing drinks to choose from, you can raise a toast to the wonderful day spent exploring this magnificent city. Whether you're reliving the excitement of the day or making plans for tomorrow's explorations, the atmosphere at Pilgrims Hotel is sure to spark joy and camaraderie. Come join the countless guests who have made unforgettable memories here and let your own adventure begin!

Closest airports

Lydd Airport

23.2mi

London City Airport

46.8mi

London Gatwick Airport

55.1mi

London Stansted Airport

55.3mi

Le Touquet – Côte d'Opale Airport

57.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Bar

Non-smoking rooms

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Free toiletries

Rooms

Superior Double Room in Pilgrims Hotel

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Superior, 1 Twin Bed

1 Twin Bed

270 sqft

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Our Superior Double Room offers a comfortable stay for two adults in a 269 sqft space, complete with a cozy twin bed and convenient amenities like a tea/coffee maker and a refreshing shower. Plus, enjoy extras like an iron, TV, linens, ironing facilities, and a hairdryer.

Small Double Room in Pilgrims Hotel

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Small

1 Double Bed

195 sqft

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Welcome to our cozy Small Double Room, perfect for couples! With a comfortable double bed, a tea/coffee maker, and a refreshing shower, you'll have everything you need for a delightful stay.

Standard Single Room in Pilgrims Hotel

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

160 sqft

Private Bathroom

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Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Welcome to our cozy Single Room, perfect for solo travelers seeking comfort and relaxation. Nestled in just 161 sqft, this non-smoking room features a comfy Twin bed, a private shower, and convenient amenities like a tea/coffee maker, TV, iron, and hairdryer. Book now for a delightful stay!

Quadruple Room in Pilgrims Hotel

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Double, Quadruple

2 Twin Beds

1 Double Bed

325 sqft

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Shower

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Welcome to our spacious Quadruple Room! With a size of 323 sqft, this room is perfect for families or groups of friends, accommodating 4 adults and 2 children. Equipped with tea/coffee maker, shower, iron, TV, and more, enjoy a comfortable and convenient stay with us.

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King Room, Private Bathroom

1 King Size Bed

215 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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With a king-size bed, a flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WiFi, and a tea/coffee tray. Also includes an private bathroom with free toiletries.

Twin Room with Private Bathroom in Pilgrims Hotel

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King/Twin Room, Private Bathroom

1 King Size Bed

2 Twin Beds

215 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Experience ultimate comfort in our impeccably designed Twin Room with Private Bathroom. Enjoy the spaciousness of 215 sqft, relax in the presence of a king size bed and two twin beds, and indulge in the convenience of amenities like a tea/coffee maker, shower, iron, TV, ironing facilities, and a hairdryer.

Double Room with Private Bathroom in Pilgrims Hotel

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

1 Double Bed

215 sqft

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Welcome to our charming Double Room with a Private Bathroom! Unwind in our cozy 215 sqft space, featuring a comfortable double bed, and enjoy a hot cup of tea or coffee with our complimentary tea/coffee maker. Relax in the shower, and take advantage of our convenient amenities like an iron, TV, ironing facilities, and a hairdryer. Smoking is not allowed in this room. Perfect for 2 adults looking for a peaceful retreat.

Superior Quadruple Room in Pilgrims Hotel

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Superior, Quadruple

1 Double Bed

2 Sofa Beds

375 sqft

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Our spacious Superior Quadruple Room offers a comfortable stay for up to four adults and two children, with 377 sqft of space to relax in. Enjoy the convenience of a double bed and two sofa beds, perfect for families or friends traveling together.

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Deluxe, 1 Double Bed

375 sqft

Flat-screen TV

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The spacious double room provides a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. This double room features a carpeted floor, heating, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Room - 2 Twin, Private Bathroom

215 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Traditionally decorated room featuring a flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WiFi, and a tea/coffee tray. Also includes an private bathroom with free toiletries.

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Room - 1 Bed

160 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. This single room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Superior

270 sqft

Free wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

x4

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x3

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With an elegant four-poster bed, a flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WiFi, and a tea/coffee tray. It also includes an private bathroom with free toiletries.

Guest reviews

8.2

1,905 reviews

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Featured reviews:

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Linda

9.1

December 2022

nice hotel friendly helpful staff manager spoke with guests individually from all affected rooms with heating issues and reimbursed us for that night, excellent customer service

heating on room didnt work but desk staff put a plug in heater in our room but didnt really improve the temperature cold night

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Deirdre

10

June 2023

I stayed in Canterbury to visit my 94 year old mother in a nearby nursing home. Being given the Marlow room was excellent with a comfortable bed. (I was warned about early morning rubbish collectors for glass on Wednesdays right outside the window but I am an early riser: morning walks by the Stour began right outside the hotel door). Breakfasts with freshly baked croissants were very good. The only caveat was the morning coffee. I prefer to drink Latte and the breakfast coffee was str8forward drip. However, the High Street offers many Latte vendors open early so no problems there. Final plus was the kindness of hotel staff to do my small amount of laundry several times. (I am a light traveller: no large suitcases).

The morning coffee; I prefer espresso and lattes to drip coffee (see above).

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Pete

9.1

August 2023

Ideally situated in the centre of Canterbury, next door to the Marlowe Theatre. The staff were very friendly and the rooms were very clean. Our room was facing the High Street which could be noisy. The secondary glazing almost elimated the noise which but this did make the room a little warm(although there was a fan). But what do you expect from a room in the centre of a busy tourist area? The continental breakfast was fresh and varied and more than enough to set yourself up for the day. All in all very impressed and we plan to return for longer with friends.

The bedroom was a bit warm if the secondary glazing was closed to eliminate noise from the High Street. There was a fan but perhaps an air con unit? I think there were only 2 rooms with this situation so perhaps not an issue with the other rooms.

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Anonymous

10

August 2023

This is one of the best hotel I’ve stayed in. Such a beautiful building, very clean, in the middle of Canterbury, near historical buildings of great importance such as the amazing Cathedral, and everywhere around you there are shops, restaurants and a beautiful park with a little river. This is such a great location. The staff was very friendly and helpful and made me feel quite at home. Breakfast was very good. Should I come back to Canterbury I would definitely stay here again. Thank you guys for everything. I had a very lovely time in Canterbury. Cheers!

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Patricia

10

July 2023

I loved the quirky character of the Pilgrims Hotel. It was spotlessly clean The friendliness of staff. The excellent positon in the middle of the city. Easy walking distance to 2 train and the bus station. Fantastic continental breakfast. All these plus points made for a very enjoyable 4 night break. I would not hesitate to recommend or go again myself to The Pilgrims Hotel . 100% Great place to stay..

The only negatives were that the pillows were a little too solid for me and the steep, narrow stairs are deffo not for the less agile guest.

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Trisha

8.2

November 2022

The location to the theatre was superb - literally opposite. The hotel is just round the corner from the main shopping area where there is lots of choices of restaurants. The man who checked us in, helped us with parking arrangements, served us at breakfast and checked us out was incredibly helpful and professional. Credit to the hotel. Simple continental breakfast which was more than adequate. Rooms had tea making facilities and although a not massive, the room and bathroom were fine for our stay. Would definitely book again.

Nothing - it was all as expected the the member of staff was superb

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Mairi

8.2

July 2023

Staff were super helpful and friendly, much appreciated! Great location, although can be tricky to reach and unload luggage by car - but we appreciated the hotel's arranging discounted parking nearby. Very well placed for exploring Canterbury and the local area (the Cathedral, always superb; the Franciscan gardens, a hidden gem) - and although so central, blessedly quiet at night. Plenty of choice for breakfast, and I noticed staff making a particular effort to help another guest with allergy concerns - very considerate.

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Mark

9.1

April 2023

More or less everything; the points below are relatively minor ones.

We couldn't find any TV stations in our room. Not serious, hence still excellent; just a niggle. Parking (St Radicunds) is 5-8 or so minutes' walk away but, although not that cheap, it's all ANPR (payable on leaving), no tickets, so if you park at say 7 in the evening, it automatically goes on to night rate then back again for the morning rate - ie. you wouldn't have to go back to your car for a top up before breakfast! No lift, but our host carried up both of our cases to the 2nd floor.

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T

8.2

June 2023

Excellent central location. We prefer English breakfast so, for us, the continental breakfast was adequate.We booked two bedrooms: One double room which was large and very nice. The single bedroom was cosy and agreeable. Hotel faces the Marlowe Theatre, so there are people out in the street until about 11:00 pm, which makes it safer in the evenings.

The single bedroom had a sloping ceiling above the bathtub. The member of the family that stayed in this room was afraid to bump her head when standing in the bath.

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Hilary

8.2

January 2023

The hotel is very convenient for Canterbury town centre. It is located opposite the Marlowe Theatre. We were able to leave luggage after checking out. The reception staff were very helpful and pleasant. The rooms were well presented and the beds were comfortable. Wifi was good throughout. The en-suite bathrooms were very good. Breakfast was very good and nicely served in a light and pleasant space dining room (the former bar). I would stay again.

There is no parking at the hotel and the public car parking for Canterbury is quite expensive. Car parks are a 10 minute walk away. Access to the hotel by car for dropping off luggage was tricky due the city council bollard controls on the road and a one way system. Ask ahead about access, it is possible and ok, once you know how!! There is no longer a public bar but there are plenty near-by. A few drinks are available for guests but they are pricey. There is no food served in the evening but there are plenty of options very near by.

Points of Interest Around Pilgrims Hotel

Attractions

Canterbury Cathedral

0.2mi

Whitstable

5.7mi

Dover Castle

14.8mi

Port of Dover

15.6mi

Leeds Castle

19.5mi

Tenterden

22.4mi

Kent & East Sussex Railway

22.5mi

Sissinghurst Castle

24.3mi

Chatham Historic Dockyard

25mi

Rochester

26mi

Rye

27.3mi

Amenities of Pilgrims Hotel

Free wifi

Meeting/Banquet facilities

Bar

Non-smoking rooms

View

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Pilgrims Hotel

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Pilgrims Hotel

When are the check-in and check-out times for Pilgrims Hotel?

At Pilgrims Hotel, check-in is available from 02:00 PM until 10:30 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM.

What's the nightly rate at Pilgrims Hotel?

Starting rates at Pilgrims Hotel begin from $71. However, prices can vary based on room type and selected dates. Please enter your dates for accurate pricing.

What are the room types available at Pilgrims Hotel?

Pilgrims Hotel offers a variety of room types including superior double rooms, small double rooms, single rooms, superior quadruple rooms, deluxe double rooms, quadruple rooms, twin rooms with private bathrooms, standard single rooms, and double rooms with private bathrooms. All rooms are non-smoking. The rooms accommodate various numbers of adults and children, and the bed sizes range from twin to king size beds.

Where can guests find entertainment in Pilgrims Hotel?

Guests at Pilgrims Hotel can make the most of their time by enjoying the hotel's leisure amenities. After a long day of exploring the nearby historical attractions, guests can unwind at the hotel's bar. The bar provides a cozy and relaxing environment for guests to enjoy their favorite drinks and socialize.

Additionally, guests can take advantage of the hotel's other amenities to enhance their leisure experience. While specific amenities are not listed in the provided data, guests can typically expect features such as a restaurant for dining options, a fitness center for staying active, and possibly a spa or wellness center for relaxation and pampering.

Overall, Pilgrims Hotel offers a variety of leisure amenities that cater to the different interests and needs of its guests. Whether it's enjoying a drink at the bar or utilizing other amenities, guests can spend their time at the hotel in a way that suits their preferences.

Are both cash and credit cards valid payment options at Pilgrims Hotel?

Yes, both cash and credit cards (Mastercard, Visa) are valid payment options at Pilgrims Hotel.