70 Harnham Road, Salisbury, SP2 8JN, United Kingdom
#3 of 11 hotels in Salisbury
Guests' ChoiceBased on 2021 hotel reviews
8.8Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
9.3
Facilities
8.7
Staff
9.4
Value for money
8.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 26 September 2024
Graham
United KingdomHardly anything. I would have welcomed a box of tissues in the room; that was my only slight quibble.
Very helpful staff. Very good breakfast. Splendid location. Provision of a minibus to collect guests from Salisbury centre in the mid to late evening was very much appreciated, as was a free welcome-drink at the Hotel’s bar. These touches would influence me to stay at Riverside again.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 24 September 2024
D
United StatesThe sheep grazing in the green beyond the river terrified me — no just kidding, they were part of a completely idyllic view on the hotel’s river side.
The staff was extremely kind in allowing us to access our room early — we were knackered after an overnight flight. The hotel is within easy walking distance of Salisbury Cathedral, and after some desperately needed sleep we were able to attend evensong at the cathedral — a wonderful and ancient service of song and worship.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Colin
United KingdomThey do not offer any food at all on an evening, just the offer of a lift into town - which was not explained to us on how it worked. Also no lifts.
Clean and comfortable. Excellent lunch.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 20 September 2024
Karen
United KingdomSlightly out of town but a free shuttle service made up for the position.
Beautiful building with lovely views over the river and to the cathedral. Pleasant walk into the city centre and the historical area. A little far out for easy access to restaurants but mitigated by a free shuttle service.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 September 2024
Cynthia
United StatesI understood the bed would convert to twin beds. It wouldn’t. Second bed was a fold out sofa, which we had to make up. Room was also down two flights of narrow stairs. Not a problem for younger folks. Staff did carry our bags down. Coffee was not replenished for 2nd day.
Nice view. Modern ensuite. Very good accommodation but request a ground floor room if you’re a senior
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 18 September 2024
Wendy
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn’t like
The attention to detail was impressive. To the power shower, luxurious towels , welcome drinks, recommended restaurants, morning breakfast. Also the welcome reception of the staff member.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 17 September 2024
Duncan
United KingdomLiked it all , thank you
Ideally situated hotel in Salisbury , rooms clean and tidy , free parking a massive bonus , good quality food , excellent views of the cathedral and staff attentive and helpful .
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Tim
United KingdomNothing
The whole visit was excellent. The staff were very attentive and helpful. The shuttle bus service into the city each evening was very efficient
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Alan
United Kingdomnothing
enjoyed all of it
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 16 September 2024
Walter
United KingdomA bar fridge in the room
Good
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 15 September 2024
Jacqui
United KingdomNo restaurant facilities in the evening. They offer a shuttle service into the city but sometimes one just wants to relax and eat on site. Annoyingly they did cater for a party of about 20 guests in the function room on the evening we stayed, so they clearly can do it-but choose not to.
Excellent view of the river, breakfast was better than when we last stayed. We asked for a specific room and we got it.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 14 September 2024
Ken
United KingdomNo restaurant
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 September 2024
Dennis
CanadaNo elevator, but this a very small problem as staff available and willing to bring up/down suitcases.
Lovely old style hotel in a park like setting. Friendly and informed/interested staff. Free shuttle to the city centre with pick up available until late. Good English breakfast.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 11 September 2024
David
CanadaA/C in our room was a little noisy.
Nice older hotel that has been updated. Has parking. Very picturesque on the river. Nice spots to sit and enjoy it. About a 10 minute walk into the town centre. They have a shuttle in the evenings to drive you into town and pick you up. The driver was great.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 10 September 2024
Martinus
NetherlandsNice location and view of the countryside and cathedral. Shuttle service to the city. Charging station.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 9 September 2024
Menton
United KingdomNothing keep doing what you’re doing.
The staff were really helpful and facilitated an early checkin as we were attending a local wedding. Breakfast was excellent, cooked to perfection. A good nights sleep in lovely surroundings with helpful and friendly staff.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 8 September 2024
Emma
United KingdomLunch could be more exciting
Lovely terrace with beautiful views and complimentary drinks. Rooms v clean and comfy x
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Paul
United KingdomStaff were all exceptionally polite and accommodating.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 6 September 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomLovely, friendly staff, comfortable room, nice view and excellent location.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 5 September 2024
Arlene
New ZealandThere was a full dirty ashtray on our balcony table & the bathroom ceiling needed a clean, but other than that the room was very clean & nice.
The location was great, they have a van available to take you into town for dinner which was a great service. The breakfast was lovely with a great selection & the staff were all super friendly & helpful.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Debbie
United KingdomThe only downside and there was only one is that the air-conditioning unit has such a bright light when you switched all the light off for bed it was like leaving a reading lamp on ! I like to sleep in the dark not necessarily pitch black but dark.
We stayed for just the one night, the location was great for us also lovely to be able to sit in the garden late afternoon/evening for a drink or two which was very relaxing. Staff were very friendly and approachable passing the time of day with conversation or two. Breakfast filled us up setting us up for the trip back home.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Lynne
United KingdomThe welcome by staff was disappointing. Didn’t like the ‘reception’ area which felt like you were interrupting their ‘office’. For the price, I would have liked more attention such as a ‘hello and welcome’ by the first members of staff we saw. The first one ignored us completely and the receptionist had a rather cold approach to us. The bar and waiting staff were always very friendly.
Gorgeous room and terrace and overlooking the river. Very well maintained and beautiful surroundings.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Ingrid
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 3 September 2024
Ingrid
United KingdomNothing comes to mind
Location, our room, very friendly staff, good breakfast
Stayed in September 2024
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