Pilgrims Hotel - Canterbury

16th-century family-run hotel opposite the Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury city center

Location & Surroundings

Pilgrims Hotel is situated directly opposite the Marlowe Theatre and within a 5-minute walk of Canterbury Cathedral. The hotel is located within the Roman city walls of historic Canterbury's center, with shops and restaurants reachable through picturesque medieval streets. Discounted parking is available at the nearby Pound Lane car park for a fixed 24-hour price of £16, purchased at the hotel reception.

Rooms & Accommodations

The hotel offers varied room options including single rooms for solo travelers, small doubles, deluxe doubles, twin rooms, and family rooms such as the 'Jane Austin' room which has two bedrooms. Each traditional room at the Pilgrims Hotel includes an en suite bathroom with free toiletries, a flat-screen TV, and a tea and coffee tray. The building dates back to the 16th century, with rooms distributed across the property, some accessible only via narrow stairs.

Amenities & Services

Pilgrims Hotel has an on-site wellness service with a spa and therapy room, and guests can access the connected zero waste shop. The property has a cozy, oak-beamed bar offering drinks, and the Pilgrims Hotel offers a continental breakfast served in the restaurant. Additional services include daily housekeeping, luggage storage, meeting/banquet facilities, and a shared lounge/TV area.

Dining & Breakfast

A complimentary continental breakfast with a variety of options is provided in the hotel's restaurant, including cereals, bread, croissants, fruits, cheese, meats, yogurt, nuts, and seeds. The hotel also has a coffee house on site, and the bar provides discounted drinks for theatre ticket holders. Breakfast options include alternative milks such as oat, soya, and coconut milk.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

The canterbury pilgrims hotel offers family rooms like the 'Jane Austin' room with two separate bedrooms and the Superior Family Room, which has been described as spacious, comfortable, and cozy for a family of four. The property features outdoor furniture and a shared lounge area where families can spend time. Luggage storage is available for guests arriving before check-in, parents are pleased to hear that the hotel voluntarily upgrades children to larger rooms when available.

• Location: Opposite Marlowe Theatre, 5 min from Canterbury Cathedral
• Rooms: Single, small double, deluxe double, twin, and family rooms
• Dining: Continental breakfast with fruit, cheese, meats, nuts & seeds
• Wellness: On-site spa and therapy room
• Service: Luggage storage, meeting/banquet facilities, daily housekeeping
• Parking: Discounted £16 for 24 hours at Pound Lane car park
• Theatre: Discounted drinks for Marlowe Theatre ticket holders