Mercure Salisbury White Hart Hotel

Staying here was an experience. Stylized as mid 50’s english countryside, it should have been cute, charming and fun. Instead it was every example of an old, overpriced hotel run by a conglomerate that tries to fleece its customers and provide the worst experience possible. Some examples:
1. Price — easily 40% higher than the others in the region.
2. Interior — clearly not upgraded or seriously cleaned in 5+ years
3. Mechanical systems, TV all had issues over my 3 day stay. No TV for a day and non of the heaters actually worked as well.
4. Breakfast: «Included» but what they don’t tell you is that your «eggs» are powdered eggs or soaked in vinegar.
5. Room service: Ordered and 30 minutes later got a call they were «out of rice».
6. Internet — Slow and didn’t work well.
7. No transportation help — wouldn’t even call a taxi when asked
On to the good:
1. Location was good.
Stay anywhere else. There are 3 – 4 places similar in quality for ½ the price.

Pleasant English country hotel situated near the centre of Salisbury. Rooms are reasonably well appointed, though mine didn’t appear to have air conditioning and was a little stuffy. The shower was one of those that required precise balancing, but was otherwise fine. Excellent full breakfast available, though the coffee isn’t anything to shout about. Internet is wireless only and rather pricey.