The RiversideSalisbury · WorldHotels Distinctive
The Riverside, a contemporary manor house hotel set in grounds beside the River Nadder in Salisbury, with views toward the cathedral
Salisbury · Wiltshire · Est. on the river

A manor house,
by the water.

Thirty-eight restored bedrooms set in beautiful grounds where the rivers Nadder and Avon meet — a short, leafy stroll from Salisbury Cathedral.

Down by the river
Your idyllic stay begins here

Home from home,
refined.

Set in beautiful grounds leading down to the River Nadder, the Riverside Hotel is the perfect location for your stay in Salisbury. The charming and newly renovated manor house has been thoughtfully restored — contemporary in comfort, characterful in spirit, and quietly luxurious in a way that only a riverside house can be.

Recently refurbished and filled with character, there's plenty to capture your interest as you walk to your beautifully decorated bedroom, complete with en-suite, flat-screen television and complimentary Wi-Fi. Everything you need for a relaxing and memorable stay.

38
Restored Bedrooms
9.3/10
Guest Location Score · 2,968 reviews
2
Rivers — Nadder & Avon
1
Cathedral spire, on the horizon
Where you'll sleep

Thirty-eight rooms,
each one a retreat.

i. from £140/ night

The Classic

A beautifully decorated retreat with all the essentials — en-suite, flat-screen television, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Quiet, calm, and entirely your own.

  • En-suite bathroom
  • Flat-screen television
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout
  • Views over the grounds
ii. from £185/ night

The Riverside View

Wake to the moving light on the water. These restored rooms overlook the rivers Nadder and Avon, with the cathedral spire rising beyond the meadows.

  • Direct river & cathedral views
  • Premium en-suite
  • King-size bed
  • Sitting area by the window
iii. from £245/ night

The Four-Poster

Our most characterful suite — a romantic four-poster bed, soft period detailing, chandelier light, and the river just beyond the terrace. For occasions worth marking.

  • Four-poster bed
  • Spacious suite layout
  • River or garden outlook
  • Period features throughout
Hours & offering

The intimate bar,
and the terrace.

Premium drinks, locally roasted coffees, and a kitchen that takes its cues from the seasons. Pull up a chair inside by the fire, or step onto the terrace and let the rivers do the talking.

The terrace at The Riverside overlooking the confluence of the rivers Nadder and Avon, with views toward Salisbury Cathedral

Pull up a chair on the terrace. The rivers Nadder and Avon drift past, and the cathedral rises beyond the water meadows.

— morning

Breakfast by the river

Begin the day with a generous, unhurried breakfast served in our dining room. Local produce, freshly baked, and the river just beyond the window.

— afternoon

Coffee on the terrace

Locally roasted coffee, a quiet table, and an afternoon that asks nothing of you. The terrace is the soul of the house in warmer months.

— evening

Drinks as the light fades

Premium spirits, thoughtful wines, and a soft glow from the bar. Inside by the fire, or outside beneath the cathedral spire.

Weddings at The Riverside — intimate ceremonies in the grounds and reception rooms of a riverside manor house in Salisbury
A day by the river

Weddings at
The Riverside.

An intimate manor house, beautiful riverside grounds, and a terrace that opens straight onto the water. Say your vows with the cathedral on the horizon, and raise a glass as the light fades over the meadows.

  • Ceremonies in the grounds
  • Reception rooms with river views
  • Exclusive-use options
  • Up to 80 guests
  • Bespoke menus
  • Bedrooms for the wedding party
Enquire about your day
It's all about the location

A short stroll
into historic Salisbury.

Set in beautiful grounds by the River Nadder, just a short walk from the historic city centre. The cathedral, the Close, the markets, and the museums are all within easy reach — yet here, the loudest sound is the river moving over the stones.

5 min
Walk to Salisbury city centre
10 min
Walk to Salisbury Cathedral
2 min
Walk to the water meadows
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Plan your stay

The Riverside

70 Harnham Road
Salisbury
SP2 8JN, United Kingdom
→ +44 333 003 4082
Reception Open daily, 24 hours · Check-in from 3:00 pm · Check-out by 11:00 am
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