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The Riverside

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Salisbury Cathedral

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BBQ/picnic area
Lobby
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Restaurant
Front of property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Harnham Road, 70, Salisbury, England, SP2 8JN
  • Place, Cathedral Close
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Salisbury Cathedral
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Salisbury Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Interior

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • River view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed)

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • River view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Salisbury

On river.You'll find Salisbury Cathedral and Cathedral Close within a 15-minute walk of this Salisbury hotel. Salisbury Museum and Arundells are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Close - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Salisbury Cathedral - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Magna Carta Chapter House - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Salisbury Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Market Square - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Salisbury Station - 9 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyfisher - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The King's Head Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Caffè Nero - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Charlie’s Café - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

The Riverside

4-star Victorian hotel near Salisbury Cathedral
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business center and meeting rooms are available.

WiFi is free in public spaces. The business-friendly The Riverside also features a terrace, a garden, and a picnic area. Self parking is free.

This Victorian Salisbury hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1880
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
The Riverside offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and designer toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 17 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 17 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Riverside Hotel
The Riverside Salisbury
The Riverside Hotel Salisbury

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Riverside to the airport?

The Riverside is 24.2 mi (39-min drive) away from the Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Riverside?

As of Jun 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverside on Jun 14, 2026 start from $179, 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.

Does The Riverside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Riverside.

Does The Riverside offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Riverside, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 17 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at The Riverside?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs GBP 20 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at The Riverside?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Riverside have a pool?

The Riverside does not have a pool.

Does The Riverside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Riverside to downtown Salisbury?

The Riverside is 0.5 mi away from Harnham.

The Riverside Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 286 out of 365 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 365 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 365 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 365 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 365 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, friendly staff and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, clean room, lovely property, easy walk to the Salisbury Cathedral.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An excellent stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very enjoyable stay Staff friendly, great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay at The Riverside Hotel beautiful views from hotel bar and patio, easy walking into the town past the cathedral. Friendly helpful staff, clean comfortable room with good quality teabags.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and great location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff very welcoming and attentive at breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Comfortable room. Great location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was lovely. Breakfast was very good quality and tasty. The hotel service was brilliant. We very much enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

sweta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location and staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good hotel although a shame it doesn't serve food in the evenings. Easy walk into town and amazing cathedral views from the back of the building
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

PAMELA

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location, plenty of parking, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely historic hotel in beautiful pastoral setting!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptionally clean and spacious room, friendly, helpful and efficient team, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room with nice surroundings and amazing staff, couldn't fault anything the breakfast was lovely, the shuttle service was amazing and staff so friendly throughout the stay. Will defiantly be back
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ABRAHAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel with exceptional staff. Short walk to City Centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

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

Great little hotel

Lovely little hotel in a beautiful part of England. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Odile

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very welcome greeting throughout !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Great place to stay

A lovely hotel, with tasteful, comfortable rooms in beautiful grounds. The staff are also very pleasant. I would love to stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very helpful & nice. The offer of the minibus into City centre was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deniece Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shuttle service too and from town to restaurants was a fantastic service .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff, room, all amenities excellent ,would certainly visit again. Specially liked the shuttle.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel. Nice spacious clean room. Staff fantastic. Breakfast excellent. Our second visit. Would highly recommend. Complementary first drink was a great bonus. Nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026