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Cartref Guest House

44 Victoria Place, Carlisle, CA1 1EX, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 433 reviews)

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9.4
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    9.4

  • Cleanliness

    9.5

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Value for money

    9.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Total

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

Great location, friendly and accommodating staff. Delicious breakfast too! We’ll definitely return if we’re in Carlisle again!

Shawna United States of America

Substantial plentiful breakfast choice. Location really close to city centre, within easy walking distance

Andy New Zealand

Absolutely adorable! Great location Comfortable Breakfast was wonderful

Tiffany United States of America

Very comfortable room with thoughtful touches (biscuits, complimentary cider,snack bar..)&great home cooked breakfast.Convenient stopover on way to Scotland &good value.Thank you Melanie

Anonymous United Kingdom

Loved all the little details and extras, very clean and comfortable! Made to feel very at home!

Shara United Kingdom

Lovely room with very comfortable bed and a modern en suite in a good location.

Patrick United Kingdom

Lovely rooms, comfy and clean, very cute sized rooms. Loved the bathroom and shower with the different coloured lights! Would definitely recommend and stay here again!

Lottie United Kingdom

Lovely room with nice touches, chocolates etc. Breakfast was excellent.

Thomas United Kingdom

Great place to stay. Fab room. V comfortable. Excellent shower etc. Nice touch with Elemis toiletries. Thank you. Super cooked breakfast. Very generous portion. Thoroughly recommend.

Sian United Kingdom

It is run by friendly people who wanted to help. It is close to the city centre and is easy to find and has parking close by. B

Graham United Kingdom

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9.4
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  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Great location, friendly and accommodating staff. Delicious breakfast too! We’ll definitely return if we’re in Carlisle again!”
    Shawna Shawna United States of America United States of America
  • “Substantial plentiful breakfast choice. Location really close to city centre, within easy walking distance”
    Andy Andy New Zealand New Zealand
  • “Absolutely adorable! Great location Comfortable Breakfast was wonderful”
    Tiffany Tiffany United States of America United States of America
  • “Very comfortable room with thoughtful touches (biscuits, complimentary cider,snack bar..)&great home cooked breakfast.Convenient stopover on way to Scotland &good value.Thank you Melanie”
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Loved all the little details and extras, very clean and comfortable! Made to feel very at home!”
    Shara Shara United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely room with very comfortable bed and a modern en suite in a good location.”
    Patrick Patrick United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely rooms, comfy and clean, very cute sized rooms. Loved the bathroom and shower with the different coloured lights! Would definitely recommend and stay here again!”
    Lottie Lottie United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Lovely room with nice touches, chocolates etc. Breakfast was excellent.”
    Thomas Thomas United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “Great place to stay. Fab room. V comfortable. Excellent shower etc. Nice touch with Elemis toiletries. Thank you. Super cooked breakfast. Very generous portion. Thoroughly recommend.”
    Sian Sian United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “It is run by friendly people who wanted to help. It is close to the city centre and is easy to find and has parking close by. B”
    Graham Graham United Kingdom United Kingdom

One of our best sellers in Carlisle! Located 5 minutes' walk from Carlisle city center, Cartref Guest House is a Grade II listed Victorian townhouse offering free WiFi throughout.

Each room here will provide you with tea/coffee making facilities and come with either an en-suite or shared bathroom.

The guest house offers an award-winning breakfast with options including a full English, continental and fruit juice.

Located on the Border Reiver Trail, the area is ideal for hiking and cycling. Carlisle Cathedral and Castle are within a 5-minute walk. The Sands Leisure Complex and theater are within 10 minutes' walk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.3 for two-person stays.

낍 Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

끉 Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

끸 FREE parking!

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9.4
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  • Shawna United States of America

    “Great location, friendly and accommodating staff. Delicious breakfast too! We’ll definitely return if we’re in Carlisle again!”

  • Andy New Zealand

    “Substantial plentiful breakfast choice. Location really close to city centre, within easy walking distance”

  • Tiffany United States of America

    “Absolutely adorable! Great location Comfortable Breakfast was wonderful ”

  • Anonymous United Kingdom

    “Very comfortable room with thoughtful touches (biscuits, complimentary cider,snack bar..)&great home cooked breakfast.Convenient stopover on way to Scotland &good value.Thank you Melanie ”

  • Shara United Kingdom

    “Loved all the little details and extras, very clean and comfortable! Made to feel very at home! ”

  • Patrick United Kingdom

    “Lovely room with very comfortable bed and a modern en suite in a good location.”

  • Lottie United Kingdom

    “Lovely rooms, comfy and clean, very cute sized rooms. Loved the bathroom and shower with the different coloured lights! Would definitely recommend and stay here again!”

  • Thomas United Kingdom

    “Lovely room with nice touches, chocolates etc. Breakfast was excellent.”

  • Sian United Kingdom

    “Great place to stay. Fab room. V comfortable. Excellent shower etc. Nice touch with Elemis toiletries. Thank you. Super cooked breakfast. Very generous portion. Thoroughly recommend.”

  • Graham United Kingdom

    “It is run by friendly people who wanted to help. It is close to the city centre and is easy to find and has parking close by. B”

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  • Does it have twin rooms

    Hi yes we have twin rooms Kind regards Melanie


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  • If I book for 2 nights, Can I leave luggage around 11:00 am and check in later

    Hi yes that is not a problem at all Kind regards Melanie


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  • Hi, Is there any place to store a bicycle? Thank you, Paul

    Yes we have a secure place at the back of the house. Many thanks Melanie


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Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
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What's nearby
  • Cumbria County Council
    0.3 miles
  • University of Cumbria
    0.5 miles
  • Carlisle Castle
    0.6 miles
  • Cumberland Infirmary
    1 miles
  • Todhills Rest Area M6
    4.3 miles
  • Southwaite Services M6
    7.1 miles
  • Gretna Green Services M74
    9.8 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Alexandros Greek Restaurant
    0.2 miles
Public transit
  • Train Carlisle Railway Station
    0.3 miles
Closest Airports
  • Newcastle International Airport
    49.4 miles
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Amenities of Cartref Guest House Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

Free parking
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
  • Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking

    Free! Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Shoeshine
  • Laundry Additional charge
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
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2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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Until 10:30 AM

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Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Guests are requested to inform the property of their expected arrival time. This can be noted in the Special Request box when booking.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Please inform Cartref Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Cartref Guest House

  • Guests staying at Cartref Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.5).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • The prices at Cartref Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Cartref Guest House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • Room options at Cartref Guest House include:

    • Triple
    • Single
    • Double

  • Cartref Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Cartref Guest House (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Free parking
    • Street parking

  • Cartref Guest House is 1,300 feet from the center of Carlisle.

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  • Staff9.7
  • Facilities9.4
  • Cleanliness9.5
  • Comfort9.4
  • Value for money9.5
  • Location9.3
  • Free WiFi8.9

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