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About Carlisle
A city that changed hands several times in battles between the English and the Scotts and your first city since Newcastle. Quite a bit smaller than the latter, it also has an interesting castle and cathedral. Other assorted buildings of historical interest like the Old Town Hall are made of fine red sandstone. Beer fans will not want to miss out a couple of drams, as this is the centre for the Theakstone’s Brewery. See the Tullie House Museum for a fine collection of Roman remains. The inner city has been pedestrianised making exploration enjoyable around the market square.
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Howard Lodge is a friendly family run Victorian guest house located a short walk (approx 0.25 miles) from Carlisle city centre and all its attractions which include Carlisle Castle and cathedral and the award winning Tullie House museum. There is also a good selection of bars, restaurants and shopping facilities.
Walkers and cyclists catered for. Excellent breakfasts. Car parking available.
We are a friendly family run Victorian Guest House, offering a high standard of accommodation. Ideally situated close to the city centre (5 minute walk).
East View is a comfortable en-suite Guest House, totally non-smoking. Close to excellent restaurants and many historic sites, including Carlisle Castle. Useful as a base for Hadrian's wall walkers and the nearby lake district. Our bed and breakfast accommodation is popular with walkers and cyclists groups.
Distance from path: On route
OS reference: NY40815589
A family run hotel, situated just 10 minutes walk to Carlisle City Centre and foundations literally on Hadrians Wall!. Facilities include free WiFi, informal evening dining, fully licensed, & free parking. This large Victorian town house dates back to the 1850’s, so has plenty of charm and character, retaining many original features. It has undergone an extensive programme of refurbishment ensuring guests have all the modern facilities they require during their stay. All bedrooms are tastefully styled and furnished, including flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi and fully refurbished en-suite bathrooms.
Location and supplementary information[view map] On the A7 Scotland Rd at Junction with Etterby St. Half a mile north of River Eden.
Distance from path: On route
OS reference: NY 400571
Room Type
Per room
2 single ensuite rooms
£59.00
4 double ensuite rooms
£79.00
4 twin ensuite rooms
£79.00
1 family ensuite room
£95.00
Last updated: 12/3/2012
Abberley House
33 Victoria Place, Cumbria CA1 1HP
Property type: B & B
An imposing town house offdring informal, confortable, high standard accommodation only a short walk away from the excellent town centre with its fine variety of shops, restaurants, pubs, the cathederal castle and the award winning Tullie House Museum. Also close by are Stony Hoolme and Swifts golf course, Sands sports and leisure complex and the splendid River Eden.
This brand new hotel in the centre of Carlisle is ideally located for shopping, eating out and exploring the wealth of attrations in the area. Excellent value for money and a warm welcome awaits.
Room only. Breakfast extra.
Last updated: 4/9/2013
Swallow Hilltop Hotel
London Road, Carlisle CA1 2PQ Fax: 1228529255
After a full day of exploring, you can relax and invigorate in the hotel's leisure club, which includes an indoor heated pool, sauna, spa, fully equipped gymnasium and steam room. If you really want to pamper yourself, massage, sunbeds and beauty treatments are available for a small supplement.
Location and supplementary information[view map] Easily accessed (junction 42) from the M6 Motorway and located just 1.5 mile from the City Centre, the Swallow Hilltop Hotel is the ideal base for exploring the beautiful Lake District and the Scottish Borders.
Last updated: 2/15/2005
Number Thirty One
31 Howard Place, Carlisle CA1 1HR Fax: 1228597080
This delightful Victorian town house has been carefully renovated with just 3 guest bedrooms, each decorated to a very high standard but retaining their original splendour. Dinner is cooked using fresh local produce and must be pre-booked.
Property type: Guesthouse Accreditations: Not Classified
Hazeldean Guest House near to historic Carlisle makes an ideal base to visit the Northern Lake District and the West coast, with Hadrian’s Wall and the Scottish Borders only a short distance to the north of the city.
We are pleased to welcome walkers and cyclists. We are conveniently situated on the popular Border Reiver walkers path and close to the Cumbria Way cyclists route. We have a secure lock up for bicycles and we can provide a drying area with ironing facilities if required.
Distance from path: 2 miles
Room Type
Per room
2 double ensuite rooms
£56.00
1 single room (shared facilities)
£38.00
2 twin rooms (shared facilities)
£56.00
Last updated: 2/25/2012
Etterby House
Etterby Road, Carlisle CUMBRIA CA3 9QS
Property type: B & B
As one of Carlisle's finest Bed & Breakfasts, we offer luxuriously appointed, individually designed Victorian bedrooms with generous ensuite bathrooms and all amenities, paying special attention to detail.
Distance from path: On route
OS reference: 386570
Room Type
Per room
2 double ensuite rooms
£85.00
2 twin ensuite rooms
£85.00
Last updated: 12/9/2006
Craighead
6 Hartington Place, Carlisle Cumbria CA1 1HL
Property type: B & B Accreditations: AA/RAC inspected
Craighead is a Grade II listed Victorian terrace house, with spacious rooms and original features built in 1850 for an important merchant of Carlisle.
Distance from path: On route
Room Type
Per room
1 twin ensuite room
£50.00
1 double room (shared facilities)
£40.00
1 twin room (shared facilities)
£40.00
1 family room (shared facilities)
£50.00
Last updated: 12/9/2006
Courtfield Guest House
169 Warwick Road, Carlisle CA1 1LP
Property type: B & B
Courtfield provides a high standard of comfort and cleanliness which is reflected in our English Tourism Council, 4 Diamond classification and the "Which" Good Bed/breakfast Guide recommendation.
Distance from path: On route
Room Type
Per room
1 single ensuite room
£30.00
4 double ensuite rooms
£55.00
1 twin ensuite room
£55.00
Last updated: 7/15/2012
Carlisle YHA
Old Brewery Residences, Bridge Lan Caldewgate Cumbria CA2 5SR
Property type: Youth Hostel
Stay in an award-winning conversion of the former Theakston’s Brewery. These Halls of Residence offer comfortable rooms just a few minutes’ walk from Carlisle’s city centre and historic castle. Also within easy reach are The Cumbrian Way, Hadrian’s Wall and the Lake District. 48 Hours notice must be given if meals are required.
Last updated: 8/9/2006
Bar Solo
1 Botchergate, Cumbria CA3 9DG
Cafe, Snack Bar & Tea Room.
Sherpa drop off point for luggage by prior arrangement.