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Reviews of Sarum College 2 stars

19 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EE, United Kingdom

#5 of 12 hotels in Salisbury

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Review score

Based on 1094 hotel reviews

8.4

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.8

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    8.0
    Fabulous location, clean room, friendly staff. We are definitely coming back.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I have mobility issues and requested an accessible bathroom, however my room only had a bathtub, no shower. I cannot get in or out of a bath. Also (and this is a small thing), there was no holder for the loo roll, and to keep it away from the wet sink, it had to be stored well out of reach. Not good in the middle of the night!

    The location was amazing. The staff were very friendly. The bed was comfortable.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small single beds - too hard.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Great location by the cathedral. Very helpful staff. Quiet and restful. Good breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The staff were so friendly and the breakfast was superb!

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    9.0
    Wonderfuld place, peacefull and a coosy town
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Blanket on the bathroomfloor.

    Lokation and the atmosphere on this place.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 May 2024

    8.0
    Sarum College is convenient, relaxing, and in a wonderful location - great value for money
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location is wonderful; the staff v. friendly; breakfast good, and varied

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb and Exclusive location right at The Close
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night

    We thought Salisbury would be a bit more vibrant at night - but nothing about Sarum College - this was a perfect stay

    The location was just perfect!! Such a privilege to be staying at The Close - the oldest and most exclusive place of Salisbury. Just lovely to be in such a privilege location. The College itself is OK - room are super clean and excellent breakfast. Brings back memories of being at College! Parking was easy as well.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The mattresses on our room were very firm and we would definitely recommend a good mattress topper but that was the only concern we had

    Exceptionally clean and very good breakfast... Great if you are visiting the cathedral or singing with a visiting choir as it's situated in the Cathedral Close, and parking is available... It is functional but staff were very friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walking distance to the village and church

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wonderful location in the Cathedral Close in Salisbury. Building is the beautiful former Sarum theological college..well equipped. Excellent breakfast. Perfectly placed for walking over to the Cathedral for the early morning service, which is a memorable experience....you visit the wonderful 13th century Cathedral well before the tourists are allowed in, which is a remarkable experience in itself. Convenient parking is available.in the Building"s own grounds.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    7.0
    No frills, good value, great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything was as expected.

    Location was perfect. Breakfast was excellent though the breakfast room may not have been easily accessible for people with mobility issues. The rooms were basic and the toilet and shower were also basic but they had everything that I needed. There were no hair dryers or irons but I did not need any. There was a kettle and tea/coffee in the room. The place was clean. It was good value for money.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    only a quick visit, arrived late and left early. Cosy warm, central heating spot on. Really enjoyed the breakfast and if you enjoy having a bath definitely give it a go.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The en-suite bathroom was very small

    Central location, free parking (subject to availability), very good breakfast.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It's a little expensive for such basic rooms

    It's a great location Free parking Breakfast

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    8.0
    Exceeded in our expectations….. with going just for the delicious breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location to cathedral , museums and town centre

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    8.0
    Money could not buy you a better location in Salisbury.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The price paid fully met my expectations however three improvements which would add value: 1. soft closing doors on the rooms. 2. real coffee at breakfast (although the instant coffee was a good quality selection). 3. to include in the welcome, some more information about the College.

    Breakfast was described as superb, and it surely was. It was plentiful and served in a nice bright room. Money could not buy you a better location in Salisbury, walking out into the peaceful Cathedral close in the morning felt like a timeless experience. The rooms were clean and well turned out in the manner of a respectable B&B. The welcome from the staff was charming and friendly. The St John's Bible was on display whilst staying and this was an unexpected bonus experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sarum College is a really lovely place to stay. It was a privilege to be within the Cathedral close. A small, clean and simple room with a very comfortable bed and lovely white fluffy towels. Excellent hot shower. Breakfast was everything you could want, cooked and continental in a lovely light filled dining room.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    very convenient, excellent location, stunning breakfast, superb views of Salisbury Cathedral
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The breakfast was brilliant, excellent chefs and good to be able to complement them as they were adjacent the dining area

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    7.0
    Location, breakfast and staff great, room a little tired.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bedroom window did not close properly.

    Wonderful location and great breakfast.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    7.0
    Ideal location and great budget option. First class breakfast included. Very good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Shared bathroom, but you get what you pay for

    Location and price

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely place with great atmosphere
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I liked it all. But if you can't stand the noises of an old house like creaking floors and doors, it is not the placefor you.

    I loved the peace and atmosphere of the house. The location right beside the cathedral is lovely.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    Thoroughly enjoyed our two nights there. Will use again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only downside was ancient wavy wooden floor in our bedroom, which was a bit difficult for my disabled wife to navigate. Oh, the shower arrangement was a bit primitive in our room.

    Location in Close is great. Our room had good view of cathedral. Lift in old building was a nice surprise. Staff were cheerful and helpful. Plenty of parking space during our trip. Self service breakfast was ample and well cooked.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    9.0
    Weekend Away
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Single Room with Private Bathroom
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very comfortable & helpful staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2024

    9.0
    Amazing location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The location is sublime. Step out the front door of the College and the Cathedral is right there. I can't imagine a more beautiful location. I had a single and the room was basic and plain (but quite spacious) and the price was a bargain. The breakfast was tasty and solid. I was very glad to have chosen to stay here.

    Stayed in March 2024

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