The Riverside

Hotels
WorldHotels Distinctive
9 (3727 reviews)
70 Harnham Road , Salisbury , gb

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Packed lunches
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful location
Cons:
Limited dining options
Some amenities not functioning

Categories

Cleanliness
9.25
Guests consistently mentioned cleanliness and comfort.
Service
9.25
Staff were described as friendly and helpful numerous times.
Location
9.25
The location is praised for its proximity to attractions and beautiful views.
Room Quality
9.25
Rooms were noted to be lovely, comfortable, and well-maintained.
Amenities
8.75
Some amenities mentioned positively, though guests noted some shortcomings.
Value for Money
8.75
Overall seen as good value, but with notes on pricing for some services.
Food and Beverage
8.25
Breakfast was praised, but absence of dining options at times was noted.
Overall Experience
9.25
Generally high satisfaction with a commitment to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 17:21

Property Description

Victorian Elegance and Modern Comforts

The Riverside, nestled in 1.5 acres of picturesque gardens along the Avon and Nadder rivers, offers a charming stay just moments from Salisbury's center. Each room blends Victorian heritage with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and Freeview TV.

Scenic Views and Relaxing Atmosphere

Mark's Bar provides stunning views of the gardens and Salisbury Cathedral, creating a perfect spot to unwind with a drink from their excellent selection of beers and wines.

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

With Salisbury railway station a short walk away, exploring the area is easy; don't miss the chance to visit Stonehenge, just 10 miles from the hotel.

Book your stay at The Riverside now for a delightful blend of history, comfort, and convenience.

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: BOH

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • 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 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 3727 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.25
Service: 9.25
Location: 9.25
Room Quality: 9.25
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 8.75
Food and Beverage: 8.25
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Tienie solo_traveller za
10
Good stay
Pros:

Locatio

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Ruth couple gb
8
Convenient and comfortable overnight stay
Pros:

Electric charging point for our car was one of the main reasons we booked this hotel and this proved very convenient as we were breaking our journey from Cornwall to Sussex. Breakfast was buffet style and very good, hot and plenty of choice. Our room was comfortable and we were upgraded to a slightly more spacious room with a sofa and overlooking the car park, but sufficiently distant from the very busy road. The evening shuttle service into the city was excellent. We were taken to a restaurant of our choice and collected from there at our convenience. Staff were pleasant and friendly.

Cons:

No fridge in the room.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Maria couple gb
7
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Susan couple gb
10
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Hans solo_traveller nl
10
Fantastisch hotel, goed ontbijt en vriendelijk personeel met geweldige service.
Pros:

Het uitzicht!

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Stacie solo_traveller us
7
Ok for one night
Pros:

Location was good. Staff was nice.

Cons:

Extremely basic accommodations. Bathroom environment very cold. Carpet needed cleaning.

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Valerie couple gb
9
Welcoming, friendly and comfortable stay in a lovely area situated an easy walk into many places of interest
Pros:

Good location- out of city centre, but pleasant walk in. Attractive surroundings, quiet and plenty of parking.

Cons:

Nothing to criticise

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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heather couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location,nice friendly staff ,rooms were lovely

Cons:

Breakfast was not so good on our 1st morning there ,long wait ,items not replenished ,eggs very overcooked even though they are cooked to order ,not great value for the money so we decided not to bother for the rest of our stay.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Malcolm Lewis couple gb
8
Worth it for the view but outside terrace and steps both slippy and dangerous
Pros:

The view across meadows and river to the Cathedral

Cons:

The outside terrace was very slippy and needs a thorough pressure hose cleaning and treatment with wet & forget. We found the terrace and steps down to be very dangerous

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Jacqueline solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Lovely hotel. Delightful location. . Rooms super comfortable. Staff wonderful. Breakfast great. Views riverside are stunning. Shuttle bus to town.

Cons:

Would have been nice to have had a fridge in the room. Safe. Unfortunately the shuttle wasn't working for our stay into town but it was great for the return.

2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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Carol couple gb
10
A lovely hotel, 15 mins from cathedral area on foot. Their transport will drop you in town in the ev
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Peter couple de
10
We wished to stay longer
Pros:

Beautiful countryside hotel with an extraordinary at the rear side.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
J
Jon extended_group gb
9
Very pleasant, extraordinarily comfortable, genuinely friendly
Pros:

Reception

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Peter solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Lovely location, overlooking river towards the cathedral. 10 min walk to centre.

Cons:

No evening meals, a free shuttle to centre is provided, so not really a problem.

2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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Natalie solo_traveller gb
10
2026-05-12 via Nuitee
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James couple us
9
Gracious, caring, professional staff. Comfortable place to lay ones head.
Pros:

Large car park conveniently located. As a US American this is important compared to parking in a Moore space restricted downtown area.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Kathryn solo_traveller gb
10
Great location, would come again!
Pros:

Great location, easy to walk into Salisbury. The staff were really attentive and helpful. Breakfast was lovely, lots of choice. We didn't use the shuttle bus into town but it sounded ideal if you didn't want to walk to/from dinner. We had a view of the cathedral from our room!

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-10 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
9
A perfect base to visit Salisbury.
Pros:

Location. Excellent staff. View from the rear to the cathedral. Air con. Breakfasts.

Cons:

Lack of a safe. Bath/shower combo.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Dawei couple gb
10
This is a quality hotel with traditial tyle and cultural heritage that fit well to the Salisby.
Pros:

The traditional style.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Patricia couple gb
10
Extremely enjoyable and a super hotel.
Pros:

We were upgraded on check in and our room was superb. The view of the garden, river, Salisbury Cathedral and Giraffe was lovely.

Cons:

It would have been wonderful to have dined there in the evening, but we had a courtesy vehicle to Market Square where we found a very nice restaurant, followed by the driver returning to pick us up to take us back to the hotel. Excellent service.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee