The Riverside

4.0 star property
4-star Victorian hotel near Salisbury Cathedral

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Front of property
Daily full breakfast (GBP 17 per person)
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Lobby

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Harnham Road, 70, Salisbury, England, SP2 8JN
  • Salisbury Cathedral
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Salisbury Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Old Sarum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

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

  • 280 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 280 sq ft
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 280 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Magna Carta Chapter House - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Salisbury Cathedral - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Salisbury Museum - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Market Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Old Sarum - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Kings Head Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Refectory - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Greyfisher - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Camp - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Boston Tea Party - ‬17 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.

Languages

English

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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

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
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, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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 May 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Riverside on Jun 22, 2025 start from $120.82, excluding 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. 208 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 259 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

erica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic one night stay for my birthday, to visit Salisbury playhouse.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect

Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathrn

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Onur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Murphy

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Abdulrahman

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

Lovely

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

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

Perfect for Salisbury

I love this hotel. The staff are so friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We upgraded to the Grasmere room for a bit extra cost. Fabulous uninterrupted views over the river to the cathedral.superbly comfortable bed. Conrollable heating and windows that open. Complete peace and privacy- Perfect staff throughout. A coutesy shuttle bus to town We recommend this hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels I have ever stayed in
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time stay at hotel. Again, not disappointed. Staff friendly, nice surroundings, easy pleasant walk to town centre.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at The Riverside was superb. The staff were welcoming and very helpful. We were given a local map and advice on enjoying our visit to Salisbury. The location was excellent, a 15 minute delightful walk to the Cathedral and the main town. This enabled us to have dinner in the town and then walk back past the Cathedral. We thoroughly recommend a stay at The Riverside, you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

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

Excellent place to stay

Excellent hotel. Extremely friendly and helpful staff, free shuttle is a fantastic touch! Room was comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

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

Great Location Hotel

This hotel is in a wonderful location and is so beautiful outside and in. There was Christmas Functions on but the hotel was still quiet. Friendly staff and so helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecile

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024