Name: The Merchant'S House, BW Signature Collection
Address: 29 Milford Street Salisbury, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2AP
Price range: US$144+
Rating: 7.6

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About the Hotel

29 Milford Street Salisbury, Salisbury, SP1 2AP

Close to Salisbury Cathedral

Great

8.3

8.9

/10

3.9

Loved by The Merchant'S House, BW Signature Collection guests

Central location

Helpful staff

Comfortable rooms

Cosy bar

Very good breakfast

"Chef Allwyn went out of his way to make us his special masala omelette and masala tea - must try!!"

Brinel from United Arab Emirates

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"It was a god touch to have eggs cooked to your order for breakfast."

Vaughan

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"Bathroom looked new, lovely white clean towels and nice bed linen."

Melissa from United Kingdom

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4-Star Adults-Only Stay in a 15th-Century Building in Salisbury City Centre

Historic Building & Character Rooms

The hotel occupies a 15th-century building and offers 37 en suite rooms with air conditioning. Among them, The Nelson Room stands out with its naval theme and historical character. The building's original oak beams and winding corridors are visible throughout the property, adding authenticity to each stay.

Dining & Bar

Guests can start the day with an unlimited breakfast that includes both traditional and continental options, with eggs cooked to order. The on-site bar offers a wide selection of beverages, including a complimentary welcome drink for each guest. The bar also serves as a social hub, with a Mumbai curry restaurant operating on certain evenings.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The hotel is located in the city centre, 8 minutes on foot from Salisbury Cathedral and 1.1 km from Salisbury Train Station. Stonehenge is a short bus ride away, and Old Sarum is easily accessible for history enthusiasts. Public car parks within a 5-minute walk provide additional parking options beyond the hotel's limited on-site spaces.

Eco-Conscious Practices

The hotel uses biodegradable toiletries in all rooms, reflecting its commitment to sustainability. This eco-friendly approach extends to operational practices without compromising on guest comfort. The property has been recognized for its environmental efforts among BW Signature Collection hotels.

Highlights

History: 15th-century building with original oak beams

Rooms: The Nelson Room with naval theme

Dining: Unlimited breakfast with eggs cooked to order

Bar: Complimentary welcome drink and Mumbai curry restaurant

Eco: Biodegradable toiletries throughout

Location: 8 min walk to Salisbury Cathedral

Must-do experiences

Visit Salisbury Cathedral for its stunning Gothic architecture.
Try the famous Wiltshire ham at The Pig Hotel's restaurant nearby.
Explore the medieval charm of Old Sarum, just a short walk away.
Discover local treasures at the Salisbury Arts Centre's exhibitions.
Stroll through the Salisbury Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays for local goods.

Location: Perfect

9.2/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

DiningBreakfast Brilliance

The breakfast buffet features cooked-to-order eggs. Expect a full English, with great quality food. A complimentary drink from the bar will be a nice bonus.

Oliver from England

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Guest ParkingParking Perks

Free parking is available. Street parking is possible and public car parks are nearby. This is a great bonus for this area.

Mei from China

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Room FeaturesQuiet Comfort

Rooms are clean and comfortable with air conditioning and opening windows. Courtyard rooms are spacious and quiet.

Rajesh from India

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BedroomRestful Nights

The beds are very comfortable. Request a quiet room for undisturbed sleep. Blackout curtains improve the experience.

Isabelle from France

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Choose from standard rooms, family suites, or deluxe options — with breakfast and flexible rates

Classic Single Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
7 m²
1 Single bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Classic King Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
13 m²
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Classic Twin Room Non-Smoking
2 persons
11 m²
2 Single beds
Air conditioning
Bathtub
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Hotel facilities and services

Each hotel provides modern amenities for a relaxing and pleasant stay

Facilities: Great

8.2/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Adults only
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Services

Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

The Merchant'S House, BW Signature Collection Location

29 Milford Street Salisbury, Salisbury, SP1 2AP

Map view

City landmarks

Church

Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta

780 m

Museum

The Salisbury Museum

860 m

Museum

Arundells

710 m

Museum

Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum

680 m

Gallery

Fisherton Mill Design & Contemporary Craft Emporium

700 m

Landmark

Fish Row

670 m

Landmark

Old Sarum

2.85 km

Museum

Magna Carta Chapter House

620 m

Landmark

Queen Elizabeth Gardens

700 m

Farm

River Bourne Community Farm

860 m

Landmark

Victoria Park

1.33 km

Landmark

Harnham Water Meadows

1.52 km

Landmark

River Kennet

2.15 km

Nature reserve

Avon Valley Nature Reserve

1.88 km

Landmark

Hudson's Field

2.24 km

Nearby

Museum

Mompesson House

590 m

Church

The Parish Church of St Thomas and St Edmund

420 m

Junction of Barnard Street and Culver Street On the corner between Minster Street and Silver Street

The Poultry Cross Salisbury

150 m

Square

Salisbury Market Place

250 m

49 High Street

High Street Gate

540 m

Shopping Area

Old George Mall

180 m

Salisbury SP1 2AQ

Poultry Cross

300 m

Bedwin St

Salisbury Arts Centre

480 m

Queen Street

War Memorial Salisbury

150 m

Guildhall Square

230 m

Salisbury INFORMATION Centre Fish Row

History Hunt

190 m

Shopping Area

Cross Keys Shopping Centre

200 m

Gallery

The Young Gallery

430 m

11a Fisherton St

Salisbury Escape Rooms

580 m

49c Castle St

Live Escape Rooms Salisbury

570 m

Restaurants

The Vine Restaurant

110 m

4 Milford Street

1220 Bar

110 m

4 Milford Street BEST WESTERN Red Lion Hotel

Wildwood Restaurant & Bar

220 m

18-19 Queen Street Cross Keys Shopping Centre

Well Natural LTD

200 m

15 Queen Street

The Cross Keys Restaurant

210 m

1 Cross Keys Chequer Queen Street

The Anchor And Hope

260 m

59-61 Winchester Street

Reeve the Baker

200 m

61 Silver Street

Pizza Express

250 m

50 Blue Boar Row

Sprinkles Gelato

180 m

13 New Canal

Tinga

300 m

2-4 Salt Lane

Market Inn Salisbury

280 m

16 Butcher Row Market Square

Explore Salisbury

Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta

10 minutes' walk

A stunning medieval masterpiece housing the original Magna Carta. Notable for its tall spire and expansive grounds.

The Salisbury Museum

11 minutes' walk

Features exhibits on local history and art, including collections from Stonehenge. Offers engaging guided tours.

Mompesson House

8 minutes' walk

An elegant Georgian house with beautiful gardens. Known for its well-preserved interior and tea room.

Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum

9 minutes' walk

History museum showcasing military artifacts. A key site for those interested in local heritage.

River Kennet Walks

20 minutes walking

Scenic walking paths along the River Kennet. Ideal for a relaxing stroll or picnic by the water.

Old Sarum

30 minutes' walk

Historic site offering stunning panoramic views of Salisbury. Perfect for history buffs and outdoor enthusiasts.

The Vine Restaurant

2 minutes' walk

Charming bistro known for seasonal British dishes. Offers a cosy atmosphere with locally sourced ingredients.

Wildwood Restaurant & Bar

3 minutes' walk

Italian-inspired menu with a relaxed vibe. Popular for pizza and pasta, ideal for families and groups.

The Salisbury Playhouse

15 minutes' walk

Theatre showcasing a variety of productions. Offers events suitable for all ages, including children's performances.

The 1220 Bar

2 minutes' walk

Lively bar with a relaxed atmosphere, known for live music and quiz nights. Great for drinks and social gatherings.

Getting around the city

City Centre
Salisbury 6 min · 500 m
Airports
Southampton (SOU) 57 min · 37.9 km
Bournemouth (BOH) 61 min · 40.2 km
Train
Salisbury Train Station 12 min · 1 km
Bus
Bus stop 4 min · 300 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 01:00-11:00

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of GBP 15.0 per person.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Guest ratings and detailed reviews

Feedback about The Merchant'S House, BW Signature Collection from previous guests about their experience.

Review summary

Based on recent reviews

The Merchant's House, BW Signature Collection enjoys a superb location right in the heart of Salisbury, making it easy to explore the city centre sights and shopping areas. Guests appreciate the clean and comfortable rooms, some of which feature air conditioning, and a hot English breakfast is widely praised. While some guests have noted noise from nearby clubs at night or difficulty navigating the historic building's layout, the hotel often surprises with complimentary drinks upon arrival.

Review score

Based on 6 verified reviews

7.6 /10

Very good

100%

Recommend

Location

9.2/10

Staff

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

7.5/10

Facilities

8.2/10

Pros

Welcoming staff

Comfortable beds

Great location

Free parking

Well-equipped room

Cons

Cramped lobby

Fiddly shower controls

Michael from United Kingdom

Business traveller

Superior King Room Non-Smoking

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: January 27, 2026

8.5/10

solid stay overall

central location helpful staff good linens

The location was central though the parking was first come first served. the staff were helpful. They stored my bag before check-in. the room had good linens and towels. i even got a discounted first drink at the bar!

the room was a superior king, but the small window had a view of a wall! this made the room quite dark.

Rooms

9/10

The room was super clean. It was also warm. linens and towels were good quality. the shower worked well.

Dining

8/10

Breakfast was good. It met my expectations. the staff was approachable. They also were helpful. the hotel provided a welcome drink.

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Philip from United Kingdom

superior king room non-smoking

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 10, 2025

6/10

mixed experience with some drawbacks

limited drawer nightclub noise

The room had limited drawer space. This. also, there was significant noise from a nightclub across the street late into the night. sleep was disrupted due to people shouting outside until well after 3am. This was quite disturbing and went on for some time.

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Aaron from United States

Single

Large Deluxe King Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 04, 2025

9/10

smooth allocation good variety discounted drink

the staff were friendly and polite room allocation was smooth and instructions were clear the breakfast offered a good variety of choices and was well cooked. the hotel was easy to find from the train station they stored bags prior to check in this service was perfect. i received a discounted first drink in the bar this was a lovely surprise

on arrival i realised the room i had been allocated had no window that would open

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Matthew from United States

Single

Deluxe King Room Non-Smoking

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 02, 2025

6/10

nightclub noise hard pillows

the breakfast was great and the location was perfect.

I had a room facing the street. There was a nightclub directly across the street. it was very noisy until late. the room and bathroom felt cramped. the pillows were hard too.

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Isabella from Italy

Business traveller

Theme King Room

3 nights in November 2025

Reviewed: December 02, 2025

7/10

great location tasting coffee great room uncomfortable beds downstairs bar bathroom door

The location was amazing! it was a short walk from the town center. the breakfast offered good tasting coffee and fruit. I was so happy. the room size was great. It had all the facilities i needed.

The bathroom door did not lock. the beds were not comfortable. I had trouble sleeping! the noise from the downstairs bar on friday nights was loud.

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Tommy from United Kingdom

Single

Classic Twin Room Non-Smoking

3 nights in June 2026

Reviewed: June 30, 2025

9.0/10

Solid Choice for a Short Trip

helpful staff hot breakfast quiet room

The staff was helpful at all times. Breakfasts were hot. they offered quite a lot of variety. The room had what I needed. It was quiet and cozy. Parking close by was really convenient.

The room was far from reception and through numerous firedoors. I think this hotel could have done a bit better than the room I was given.

Rooms

9/10

My room featured fresh bed linen and a comfortable bed. Air conditioning kept the room cool during warm weather. The design showcased Tudor features.

Facilities

8/10

Parking availability provides added convenience. The hotel provides great pub access plus access to breakfast. This location is convenient for trips to Southern England with easy access to various attractions.

Location

9/10

The hotel has a handy location for accessing the city center. It is about a twenty minute walk from the train station. That walk is along flat roads. The hotel is very easy to find.

Dining

10/10

The breakfast service includes choices for a full English meal. It also included a continental breakfast selection. The menu has fruit and juices. There is an option for coffee and tea too.

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