Nestled in the heart of the historical district, The Compasses Inn offers a charming retreat with a lovely garden and inviting bar. Explore nearby points of interest, then unwind on the serene terrace or indulge in full breakfast at the restaurant. Previous guests rave about their stay.
Cranborne Chase and the West Wiltshire Downs - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Salisbury Cathedral - 29 min drive - 24.6 km
Stonehenge - 29 min drive - 35.3 km
Longleat Safari and Adventure Park - 43 min drive - 37.2 km
New Forest National Park - 44 min drive - 40.8 km
Getting around
Southampton (SOU) - 53 min drive
Bournemouth (BOH-Bournemouth Intl.) - 67 min drive
Bristol International Airport (BRS) - 69 min drive
Tisbury Station - 7 min drive
Salisbury (XSR-Salisbury Train Station) - 23 min drive
Salisbury Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
The Barford Inn - 11 min drive
Tisbury Fish and Chip Shop - 7 min drive
The Bell Inn - 15 min drive
The Lamb - 13 min drive
The Grosvenor Arms - 13 min drive
About this property
The Compasses Inn
When visiting Salisbury, The Compasses Inn is a great choice to consider. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
5 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 9 AM–10 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children's menu
Services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Built in 1400
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
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Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This pub specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Compasses Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Compasses Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Compasses Inn?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at The Compasses Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Compasses Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at The Compasses Inn and nearby?
The Compasses Inn has a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Compasses Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers British cuisine.
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Reviews
The Compasses Inn Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
9.6
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Great breakfast served in the pub, included in the room rate, and very reasonable price. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 23, 2024
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
Denise
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 5, 2024
Very warm welcome. Spacious, clean room, excellent linen and toiletries
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Aug 7, 2024
All good except breakfast was slow and a little dry. A good night’s sleep.
Peter
Peter, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 2, 2025
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).
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 9, 2023
Nice location, very friendly people
Kirsten
Kirsten, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2022
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.
Neil
Neil, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 10, 2023
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.
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2022
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!
Lorraine
Lorraine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 22, 2018
Great location, good atmosphere, helpful staff but needs attention to detail eg no glasses in room, only one mug.
John
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 24, 2024
It's all totally fabulous !!
Alex
Alex, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2023
Great
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2022
Hard to find!
James
James, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 1, 2022
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.
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2022
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!
Roger
Roger, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2022
Charmigt boende på en pub med excellent mat och god öl.
Härlig omgivningen på landet samtidigt nära till alla sevärdheter i området.
Rummen är underbart inredda och man möts av the och småkakor.
Allt var helt fantastiskt!
Marlene
Marlene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2022
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!
Lois
Lois, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 29, 2022
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
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2021
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
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 1, 2021
The food was outstanding! The room was comfortable and it was just quiet and lovely! Fresh cookies and milk in the room nice touch. I’d recommend and return in a heartbeat!
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2021
Great, friendly welcoming stay.
Lovely welcome by friendly staff who looked after us even though they were very busy as it was the England match.
Great evening meal and the breakfast was excellent. Nicely designed room and en suite which matched high end fittings and furniture with 14th century charm. We will defiantly return.
M G P
M G P, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2020
Brilliant rooms, great food, and nice atmosphere in the pub
Will
Will, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 29, 2020
Beautiful, comfy and delicious food!
Room was fresh and clean. Fresh milk and homemade biscuits were left with the tea and coffee which was lovely. Great bathroom with good pressure in the shower. Very good quality soap, shampoo and conditioner. No noise from the pub downstairs which is where you have breakfast. Plenty to eat at breakfast and superb quality ingredients. We also ate at the pub in the evening which was fantastic. Staff were friendly and attentive. Couple of tiny negatives: no wardrobe in room but provided with a clothes rail which was a bit too low, my long dresses and trousers ended up scrunched on the floor at the bottom. The breakfast was really good but it would have been nice to have more vegetarian options (baked beans, veggie sausages maybe?). I would definitely recommend this b&b and would definitely return.
Emma
Emma, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2019
Highly recommended!
Would highly recommend the Compasses inn even if it seems a little out of the way! The owner is awesome, we stayed in the separate cottage and it would have been lovely to stay more than one night! Well appointed and the food in the pub is excellent. I’d love to return one day!
Jennie
Jennie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 17, 2019
Ein geradezu charmantes Cottage, gefühlt mitten im Nirgendwo. Das im Alten belassene Innen und Außen sind gerade das, was den Charme ausmacht. Trotzdem muss man nicht auf moderne Annehmlichkeiten wie Internet, elektrischen Herd, großen Kühlschrank und so weiter verzichten.
Das dazu gehörende Pub ist jeden Abend auch von den in der Umgebung wohnenden Menschen gut besucht - aus guten Grund.
Sehr, sehr tolles Essen in einer filmreifen Atmosphäre.
Zum Personal kann ich auch nur Lob in höchsten Tönen verteilen, stets freundlich, zuvorkommend und offen für Fragen.
Wir haben uns hier Zuhause gefühlt.
Danke.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2019
Love this place!
This Inn was amazing! The beds were comfortable and it was well decorated and the bathroom has been fully updated. The area was so peaceful and quiet. You had to drive up a one lane hedgerow to get there, which I loved :) Food wad amazing and all staff we encountered were helpful and very friendly. Definitely would like to stay here again.