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The Chapter House

4.0 star property

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Executive Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Staircase
Terrace/patio
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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9-13 St John's Street, Salisbury, England, SP1 2SB
  • Place, Cathedral Close
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Salisbury Cathedral
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Salisbury Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Suite, Ensuite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Suite, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Executive Double Room, Ensuite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Double Room, Ensuite | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Double Room, Ensuite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room (Small) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Double Room (Small)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Salisbury

Salisbury Cathedral is within a 5-minute walk of The Chapter House while other popular sites like Old Sarum are within a few miles (5 km). This 17-room, 4-star inn has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Cathedral Close - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Magna Carta Chapter House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Salisbury Cathedral - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Salisbury Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Market Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Salisbury (XSR-Salisbury Train Station) - 15 min walk
  • Southampton (SOU) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-O-Land - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Charlie’s Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Noodle Camp - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Ox Row Inn - ‬5 min walk

About this property

The Chapter House

A local mainstay since 1560, The Chapter House offers free WiFi in public areas, free newspapers, and a terrace. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with securing valuables and luggage storage. This smoke-free inn also has a reception hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer designer toiletries. Coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and desks are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (GBP 8 per night); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • The Chapter House

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1560
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: GBP 8.00 per night (656 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Chapter House Inn Salisbury
Chapter House Inn
Chapter House Salisbury
The Lazy Cow Hotel Salisbury
The Chapter House Inn
The Chapter House Salisbury
The Chapter House Inn Salisbury

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Chapter House?

The Chapter House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Chapter House?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Chapter House on Apr 5, 2026 start from $171, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of The Chapter House?

Guests positively rate the inn's walkable location in Salisbury, just steps from Cathedral Close and Southampton Skating, and within a short walk of Magna Carta Chapter House. You'll also find Market Square and Salisbury Museum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Chapter House?

No, there isn't parking at the inn but you'll find nearby parking for GBP 8.00 per night (discounts available).

Does The Chapter House include a casino on the premises?

No, The Chapter House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Chapter House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Chapter House good for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does The Chapter House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this inn.

Does The Chapter House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Chapter House serves free full breakfasts at The Chapter House each morning.

Does The Chapter House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Chapter House though service animals are welcome.

Does The Chapter House have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this inn.

Where is the closest airport to The Chapter House?

The closest major airport to The Chapter House is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is 23.2 mi away (41 minutes by car). Another top airport is Southampton (SOU), which is located 23.7 mi away (35-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Chapter House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Chapter House.

The Chapter House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 733 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1001 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Stephen, Brighton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The male staff member who checked was excellent, throughout the whole stay. Unfortunately there was an older man on the staff, whose abrupt attitude and inpatients was verging on being rude. Shame had two separate incidents with him during our short stay. Shame let the side down. The breakfast layup was good. Just one criticism, If your offering yoghurt , fruit and cereals. There is a very good chance the guest might like to take advantage of the offering, before you rush out the pre ordered cooked breakfast, which my case was virtually cold once I had finished by yoghurt. Also serving Avocado and poached eggs on thin sliced brown bread, unfortunately becomes a soggy mess. Im not saying I didn’t enjoy what I had, but, if you check with ypur guest when you xan bring out the hot food first and serve them avocados and poached eggs on toasted sourdough would produce a nice crisp base.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This old place has character, super comfortable beds, and a great breakfast. Would definitely stay here again. Staff was also super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Emerson

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and simple check in, but the remainder was average to poor. Service seemed a chore, room was dirty, tiny and with poor and aged furniture. Not what was advertised. Breakfast arrangements needlessly difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Always have a good stay here… The rooms are amazing. The staff are lovely and the breakfast is awesome
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would recommend to anyone. Friendly staff, clean room, great breakfast and well located.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

julian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The food stood out and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
No hot water or heating. Despite attempts to fix the problem by the hotel, we had to check-out and find alternate accommodation. We understand boiler issues happen, but when the staff were questioned about it they were insistent there was not an issue. We did subsequently receive a refund for our booking and the Owner/Director did later acknowledge that there was a problem and sorry we had to endure the consequences.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Very nice and comfortable room. The staff were great and a couple of minutes walk from the cathedral. Great location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room. Such pleasant staff. Lovely food and close to the gorgeous Cathedral and shops . Would definitely stay there again xx
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were lovely. Room very clean. However, due to the age of the hotel, our bedroom windows did not close and the traffic was very noisy all night as it overlooked a main road. We also could not adjust the heating settings, as the dial was fixed. Breakfast was great, location fabulous, style very quaint.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was beautiful and breakfast delicious!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudie

Liked: Staff & service
Room very clean. Lovely bathroom with a roll top bath.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming staff. The building is very old and peculiar but very comfortable. The room had high ceilings, was large and had a good ensuite with a powerful shower.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was beautifully decorated and spotlessly clean.. kept in style with age of properties. Only issue would be not enough storage /drawers
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Chapter House was amazing. You can feel the history of the place when you visit. The modern comfort and cleanliness in such an old and historic building is nothing short of brilliant. The two rooms were furnished beautifully. Dining on site was delicious and the staff were lovely. I could see Salisbury Cathedral’s spire from my window and the cathedral is just a few short minutes walk away.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location across from Salisbury cathedral. Delicious steaks at dinner. Nice historic room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Entrance via noisy bar/restaurant but quiet in the room, which was comfortable but too hot. Excellent location just outside the cathedral close. Good breakfast selection, nicely cooked, but served on cold plates.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Cameron

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room had a lot of outside noise, very dated carpet, bathroom mirror was wobbly, shower could not maintain a constant temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff were wonderful and attentive. The hotel and restaurant are really special and beautiful. I loved the history of the place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an old hotel (antique in fact giving it’s been operating for 800 years), so no wall are straight, floors are uneven, hallways are narrow, and there is no elevator. But the conditions are ell kept, and the staff is extremely pleasant and helpful. We would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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