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The Riverside

Victorian hotel with bar/lounge, near Salisbury Cathedral

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Mon, Nov 17
November 2025
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December 2025
BBQ/picnic area
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Exterior
Lobby
Nestled by the river, The Riverside offers a serene retreat with a charming garden and cozy coffee shop. Enjoy top-rated breakfast, unwind at the bar, or stay connected with in-room WiFi. Helpful staff have impressed previous guests.
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Conference space

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
CA $137
CA $165 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24

Why we love this property

Riverside Victorian charm
Marvel at Victorian architecture in this river-front hotel in a historical district. The garden and curated decor create a picturesque retreat from busy life.
Breakfast and bar bliss
The hotel serves a full breakfast to energize the morning. A bar provides evening drinks, and the cafe offers treats throughout the day.
Rest in premium comfort
Luxury meets serenity in guestrooms with pillowtop mattresses, premium bedding, and blackout drapes. Curated decor adds individual charm to each space.

Room options

Showing 17 of 17 rooms
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

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

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

Classic Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
Classic Room, 2 Single Beds, Non Smoking
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

Classic Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

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

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV
40-inch LED TV with digital channels, TV

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Combined shower/tub, designer toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed)
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed)
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View (Four Poster Bed)

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, River View

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Designer toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic King Room-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room, Family Room, Sofabed

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Superior Room, Family Room, Sofabed

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room River View Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

1 Single Bed, Non-Smoking, Classic Room

  • Sleeps 1

Classic Room With 2 Single Beds-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom

Executive King Room with River View-Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

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About the area

Map
Harnham Road, 70, Salisbury, England, SP2 8JN

What's nearby

  • Cathedral Close - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Magna Carta Chapter House - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Salisbury Cathedral - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Salisbury Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Market Square - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Southampton (SOU) - 36 min drive
  • Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 39 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 100 min drive
  • Salisbury (XSR-Salisbury Train Station) - 22 min walk
  • Salisbury Station - 22 min walk
  • Romsey Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The King's Head Inn - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Greyfisher - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Camp - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Chapter House - ‬14 min walk

About this property

The Riverside

The Riverside puts you within a 15-minute drive of New Forest National Park and Salisbury Cathedral. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this Victorian hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 38 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1880
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 17 for adults and GBP 8.50 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard

Also known as

The Riverside Hotel
The Riverside Salisbury
The Riverside Hotel Salisbury

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Riverside?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Riverside?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Riverside?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of GBP 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of GBP 20 (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Riverside and nearby?

The Riverside has a picnic area and a garden.

What's the area around The Riverside like?

The Riverside is located by the river, a short 13-minute walk from Salisbury Cathedral and 10 minutes' walk from Cathedral Close. Travelers love the hotel's prime location.

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The Riverside Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, with many guests praising the variety of options and quality of food. (31 reviews)
  • The airport shuttle service was convenient, friendly, and helpful. (6 reviews)
  • Free parking was easily accessible and available on site. (6 reviews)
AI Sparkle IconFrom real guest reviews summarized by AI.

10/10 Exceptional

Never eat breakfast but parking was excellent and had no problem with the security of the parking area. Alice the receptionist was very helpful efficient and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable we had a great nights sleep.
Carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good quality rooms and very friendly and helpful staff
Stephen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful calm hotel with the friendliest of staff !
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel very nice , bathroom shower could be better layout Staff very friendly
Ole W, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic one night stay for my birthday, to visit Salisbury playhouse.
erica, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk reception was extremely helpful and friendly. Location perfect. View was exceptional. Good breakfast. Would highly recommend.
Chris, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent comfortable hotel with very good restaurant
D, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Salisbury trip

There is nothing negative to say about this hotel. From the warm friendly welcome through to the equally friendly goodbye everything was spot on. Every staff members we met were so friendly and service was of a very high standard. We will stay here again
The welcoming front entrance.
What a view from the terrace!
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, super staff
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was wonderful. The room and grounds were beautiful. There was a shuttle that took us into town so we didn’t have to worry about driving at night after enjoying the pub. Staff was extremely polite and helpful.
Elizabeth, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Well located and Salisbury centre within easy walking distance. All staff very friendly and helpful.
Andrew, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is beautiful and in a lovely setting. Would definitely stay again. I was a little disappointed that there was no restaurant where I could have had an evening meal.
Baldassere, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The view of the cathedral is beautiful
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly and helpful staff. Car park free and useful with 15 minute walk to cathedral close. Comfortable room and bathroom. We would definitely stay here again on a future trip to attractive Salisbury.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Couldn’t fault . Everything was lovely and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Would recommend for a lovely stay in Salisbury
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and cosy hotel just a short walk from the centre of Salisbury. Would gladly return!
Louise, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was excellent throughout Nice room, great service and speedy! Really good
Jason, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very nice overall. Very small steep staircases if there are mobility concerns. We loved it and they do a nice job on breakfast.
Duane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay

I loved it. Very clean and comfortable. Staff were lovely. Got a complimentary drink. There is a shuttle to take you into the city centre if you want to eat out.
Zelitsha, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable friendly hotel

Lovely hotel, comfortable, clean and smartly decorated. A great location only a 15-20 minute easy walk in to Salisbury city centre with plenty of parking and a lovely riverside location. The staff were all friendly and polite and couldn’t have been more helpful. Breakfast was cooked or continental buffet and was very good.
View from the bar
mick, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property was so beautiful! The weather was perfect, and we were able to enjoy a glass of wine on the back terrace / deck. We could see the Salisbury Cathedral from the deck -- so beautiful. There's a free shuttle in the evenings, as well. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The staff are friendly, as well.
James, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

We stayed in a riverside room which had access to the garden. This was lovely as you could walk to the river at the bottom of the garden. Unfortunately there are only curtain at the window which means that anyone walking past could see in. I think it would be good to put net curtains up to allow you to keep main curtains open without people seeing in. The room was very nice, plenty of space for clothes. We did not have breakfast and due to not having a restaurant, the free transport into town is a great idea, although it is close enough to walk. The driver gave us great recommendations for where to eat too. If I have a couple of niggles. There are no shelves in the bathroom, to put toiletries on and a handle in the bath would be helpful when getting in and out of the shower. The free shower gel/hand wash was lovely. We would definitely stay there again.
Janet, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The Riverside 2 day review

Lovely surrounding. A very pleasant Mill walk into Town. The Staff were superb in every way. Breakfast good. Found the room a bit tired, and Bathroom not the best. However, an overall good stay.
Robert, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great find!

Hotel staff were friendly and attentive. They have a shuttle bus in the evening if you don’t fancy the short walk in to town. Hotel was exceptionally clean. Shower wasn’t great, but did the job. Excellent value for money.
Victoria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

As a base for exploring Salisbury the Riverside is great. The building and rooms were excellent and the breakfast buffet good. The walk to the Cathedral is about 15 minutes and shows something of the character of the city. Two things to note about the hotel are that there are no lifts and there is no evening meal service. The hotel does however run a shuttle into town in the evenings.
Christopher, 1-night trip