Sarum College

Hotels
8.5 (2387 reviews)
19 The Close , Salisbury , gb

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Chapel/shrine
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
Lower bathroom sink
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Basic room quality
Shared bathroom facilities

Categories

Cleanliness
7.71
Some issues with shared bathrooms and basic facilities, impacting cleanliness perception.
Service
9.18
Staff were consistently mentioned as friendly and accommodating.
Location
9.22
Excellent location near the cathedral, with convenient access to the city.
Room Quality
7.67
Rooms were mentioned as basic with some maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.2
Good amenities like breakfast and parking, but some amenities were lacking, like TV.
Value for Money
8.66
Perceived as reasonable, although some criticized the shared facilities.
Food and Beverage
8.71
Breakfast received positive feedback, but some noted timing issues.
Overall Experience
8.68
Overall positive experiences with some minor drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 03:40

Property Description

Central Location near Salisbury Cathedral

Comfortable Rooms with Free WiFi

Garden and Cycling Activities Available

Experience the charm of Sarum College, located just steps away from Salisbury Cathedral. Relax in our comfortable rooms equipped with free WiFi and enjoy the serene garden. Explore the city by cycling around or take a short trip to attractions like Stonehenge and The Mayflower Theatre. With a central location and convenient amenities, Sarum College is the perfect choice for your stay in Salisbury. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

Please note that parking on college grounds is very limited and may not be available during your stay. If the car park is full, you will need to find alternative parking. There are many very local alternatives but all will incur a fee. Sarum College cannot guarantee parking.

If you are driving to Sarum College using a SatNav please use the postcode SP1 2PF to ensure you are directed to the High Street Gate vehicle entrance. Satnav systems often direct to the pedestrian entrance when College's actual postcode (SP1 2EE) is used.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 09:30 AM
Airport code: SOU

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 2387 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.71
Service: 9.18
Location: 9.22
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 8.2
Value for Money: 8.66
Food and Beverage: 8.71
Overall Experience: 8.68
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Jane • solo_traveller • ca
9
Fantastic Unique Accommodation in Salisbury
Pros:

Such a lovely atmosphere and environment, and exceptional location, and charming staff and facilities. I loved staying here and didnt want to leave! It is unique and comfortable, and the staff were very pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was varied and good: hot drinks, eggs, bacon, sausage, full English etc etc, yogurt, fruit, pastries, cheese, cereal, juice, toast- something for everyone.
The rooms are small, and serviceable, but comfortable and have all you need. I felt a little bit like I was staying at Nonnatus House (if you're a Call the Midwife fan you will know what I mean!) which added to the charm. I had a single room with a shared bathroom but never saw another soul so it felt like home. My mother (85 and uses a walker/cane with some mobility issues) was given a very nice accessible room with plenty of space and good equipment for her (auto door, walk in shower etc). She loved it. I highly recommend Sarum College and would certainly stay again. The proximity to the Cathedral and location within the Cathedral Close cannot be beat.

Cons:

Shared bathroom facilities were totally adequate but could use a bit of updating. Loved everything else.

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Brown • solo_traveller • gb
8
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Polly Hedges • family_with_children • gb
9
Short trip to Salisbury
Pros:

Brilliant location.
Breakfast was excellent.
Peaceful environment.

Cons:

Room was so hot.
Tv not available in room.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Lynne • couple • gb
8
Would go back and would recommend.
Pros:

the location is really good for access to the city centre and in itself is lovely and also quiet at night. the cathedral is directly opposite Sarum college and that is an added bonus. the room was charming and comfortable. ensuite facilities were good. the breakfast is a self serve buffet with a good range of choices from cooked breakfast to cereals and fruit. it is served in the college refectory which is a bit different to a conventional hotel but don't be at all put off by that. although check out is quite early at 9.30 we were able to leave our car in the college car park until we were ready to leave Salisbury later in the day.

Cons:

we paid extra for a room with a view of the cathedral. it might be helpful if these views were available to preview in a photograph. We were able to see the cathedral from our bedroom but it was only a partial view and not quite what I expected. To be fair, for all I know this may have been the best view available. This is only a tiny criticism in what was overall a very good experience.

2026-03-02 • via Nuitee
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Marius • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Martin • solo_traveller • gb
9
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Andrew • couple • gb
8
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SYLVIA • solo_traveller • gb
8
Peaceful and pleasant.
Pros:

Breakfast was very varied for every taste. Excellent.

Cons:

The main bedroom light was poor, and a bathroom light came on and off automatically, whether or not one was in the bathroom. Automation gone mad!
Also the blinds cords were too high up to grab easily.

2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Pablo • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Servicio al cliente muy bueno, lugar, habitaciones

Cons:

Nada, todo me gusto

2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Brian • couple • gb
8
It’s a good day, breakfast in the morning them down
Pros:

Breakfast was terrible, cooked an hour before

Cons:

Breakfast?

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Angela • extended_group • gb
9
Pros:

Excellent location and facilities and really good value for money. The lounge that adjoined our bedroom was unexpected but a real treat. Scrupilously clean and spacious bathroom.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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rejane • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Andrew • solo_traveller • gb
10
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Callum • extended_group • gb
7
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Bardur Toftum • family_with_children • fo
8
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Vincent • family_with_children • nl
7
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Fredrik • family_with_children • se
5
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Jennifer • solo_traveller • gb
8
A beautiful stay in an incredible location of the Close
Pros:

This visit was undertaken by a colleague from overseas rather than me. The feedback given is based on their response to me.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Wiltshire • solo_traveller • gb
9
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Robert • extended_group • us
8
Most convenient for cathedral and access to restaurants/shopping
Pros:

Location, breakfast

Cons:

Old facilities but part of the charm

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee