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The Compasses Inn

3.5 star property
Inn in Salisbury with a restaurant and a bar

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Cozy room features a traditional brick fireplace with a black mantel and a wooden table and chairs.
Enjoy the serene garden view from this cozy bay window.
Charming village scene with a thatched-roof cottage, wooden bench, and street lamp.
Two single beds with white linens and blankets, a dresser, and a table with a cup and saucer, set against a backdrop of greenery.
Cozy cottage with a small porch and picnic tables on the lawn, offering a peaceful retreat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lower Chicksgrove, Tisbury, Salisbury, England, SP3 6NB
  • Messums Wiltshire
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wardour Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Stonehenge
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Southampton (SOU)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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Room options

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Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, a small table, and a window offering a view of lush greenery.

Cottage

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Cozy retreat with a single bed, dresser, and potted plant, offering a peaceful view of the surrounding greenery.

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Enjoy the view from the large window overlooking a green landscape, with a small table for relaxing or working.

Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Relax in a classic, well-appointed bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a charming wooden ceiling.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Cozy retreat with a large window, plush bed, and comfortable seating area.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Salisbury

The Compasses Inn is located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Messums Wiltshire and within a 10-minute drive of Dinton Park & Philipps House. This 3.5-star inn has 5 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Messums Wiltshire - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 15 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Wardour Castle - 16 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Salisbury Cathedral - 24 min drive - 14.5 miles
  • Stonehenge - 27 min drive - 18.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tisbury Station - 7 min drive
  • Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Grosvenor Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Boot Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Benett Arms - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Beckford Arms - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bell Inn - ‬15 min drive

About this property

The Compasses Inn

Inn in Salisbury with a restaurant and a bar
Guests staying at The Compasses Inn enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a picnic area. Free parking is available if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide luggage storage. This smoke-free inn also has a garden.
Guests can expect flat-screen TVs with digital channels, along with free WiFi and wired Internet. Coffee makers and hair dryers are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • Built in 1400
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Compasses Inn Salisbury
The Compasses Inn Inn
Compasses Salisbury
The Compasses Inn Salisbury
The Compasses Inn Inn Salisbury

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Compasses Inn?

The Compasses Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see close to The Compasses Inn?

This inn is located in Salisbury, close to Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs, Messums Wiltshire, and Wardour Castle. Dinton Park & Philipps House is also within a driving distance of 3.6 mi.

Is there parking available at The Compasses Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the inn.

Does The Compasses Inn feature a casino?

No, The Compasses Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Compasses Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this inn.

Is The Compasses Inn a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this inn will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at The Compasses Inn?

No, this inn doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Compasses Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Compasses Inn serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does The Compasses Inn allow pets to stay for free?

Yes, pets stay free at The Compasses Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at The Compasses Inn?

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

How close is the airport from The Compasses Inn?

The closest major airport to The Compasses Inn is Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.), which is about 21.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Compasses Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Compasses Inn.

The Compasses Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute cottage, not for anyone mobility challenged. Very hot bedroom, didn't sleep much because of that (need lighter weight duvets), shame as otherwise lovely room & very quiet. Lovely to eat supper overlooking the field of sheep and lambs. Food was average. Pub chairs could be more comfy. Breakfast rather small (a full english was one mushroom, 1 small sausage, 1/2 tomato, scrambled egg & 2 very crispy bits of bacon. Had to request toast. Cold option was lovely but limited, juice, granola, yogurt & compote. Nice walks to be had from the door (we enjoyed the river walk through fields to a church, starting virtually opposite the pub).
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicola

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

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy Inn in Tisbury

Beautiful, cosy 14th century inn with rooms. Picture postcard perfect and in a great location for walks and a short drive to Tisbury High Street. Food in the pub was excellent as was choice of drinks. Plenty of car parking right opposite
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good except breakfast was slow and a little dry. A good night’s sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very warm welcome. Spacious, clean room, excellent linen and toiletries
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's all totally fabulous !!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful pub, the staff are exceptional. Food was delicious and well presented. The accommodation was warm and cosy, super clean and comfortable. I cannot rate our stay enough and would most certainly go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed. Excellent breakfast. Bedroom noisy when pub is full. Bathroom was basic with bath and shower hose. Alternative bathrooms are available. Pretty location. Front could do with being tidier.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The compasses Inn was a very well organised friendly and relaxing place to stay. It was easy to find using Google maps from the app (which is saying something!) Good parking, although this can get busy with the pub and restaurant in the evenings, however we always found a space, getting back before 7 in the evening or after 9! Extremely quiet considering the Pub is below - we heard nothing! Dog friendly which was a bonus, with a long walk over the fields opposite if needed for the dog. (Dog poo bin in the car park!) Staff were very welcoming and helpful. The facilities were super, great shower etc. Very comfortable bed and large pillows. Food was delicious, great breakfast and very reasonable price! Selection of local brews in the pub. The roads either way to the Inn are single track, with some passing spots, mostly other peoples drives. Further up the village there was a tractor and large trailer blocking the road as a local house (probably a new purchase from outside of the area) was having a huge amount of earth excavated, so no way past which meant reversing, turning around and a couple of miles detour the other way around. We also had to back up to allow other people to pass, as despite their being yards past a passing spot, people don't seem to be either able or willing to back up anymore (so I can only assume they were holiday makers also!) This of course is nothing to do with Compasses Inn, which we loved and would visit again without a second thought!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying in 'Plum Cottage' very good value for money. Great breakfast served 9-10am, taken in the pub and included in the room rate.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to find!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine, fredericton

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful little inn! Gorgeous property with outdoor seating and a charming pub. The food was outstanding! Cod fish cakes with shrimp masala sauce were a treat!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay in stylish accommodation

We had a lovely stay, beautiful setting, stylish accommodation, great food,The staff were all friendly and attentive. Minor complaints would be a very squeaky bed and rather odd pillows. Similar to meringue looked full and puffy but went completely flat!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Gem of a country inn

A delightful small country inn with very pleasant rooms and en suite facilities. Despite a hard frost overnight we were very warm . The bed linen was exceptionally clean and crisp. We enjoyed an excellent meal ….interesting and varied menu and the food was well cooked and presented. Nothing was too much for the staff who were very helpful and efficient . We would definitely visit again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quiet. the beauty. the history. the amenities....our only regret is that we didn't have a longer stay. We highly recommend The Compasses Inn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021