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Holiday home in Carlisle · 6.22 mi from centre
10.0
7 reviews
Set 34 km from Askham Hall, Rose Bank Cottage offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is around 47 km from Buttermere, 29 km from Brougham Castle and 35 km from Whinfell Forest. The property is non-smoking and is situated 37 km from Derwentwater Lake.
The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.
Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Carlisle, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can relax in the garden at the property.
Whinlatter Forest Park is 39 km from Rose Bank Cottage, while Cat Bells is 40 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 103 km away.

Hotel in Gretna · 9.99 mi from centre
8.2
945 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Gretna, Days Inn by Wyndham Gretna Green M74 is a 3-minute drive from Spoilt Spa at Smiths and 5 minutes from Old Blacksmith's Shop. This hotel is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Longtown Library and 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from The Devil's Porridge.

Hotel in Penrith · 17.53 mi from centre
Breakfast available
With a stay at Premier Inn Penrith in Penrith, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Ullswater and Penrith Castle. This hotel is 15 mi (24.1 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from St Andrew's Church.

Bed & breakfast in Haltwhistle · 16.29 mi from centre
9.8
230 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Haltwhistle, Kellah Farm B&b/cottages is within a 10-minute drive of Northumberland National Park and North Pennines. This bed & breakfast is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Mr. George's Museum of Time and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Roman Army Museum.

Inn in Penrith · 17.34 mi from centre
8.4
170 reviews
With a stay at Foundry 34, you'll be centrally located in Penrith, within a 10-minute drive of Ullswater and Crafty Monkeys. This inn is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from St Andrew's Church.

Hotel in Penrith · 17.77 mi from centre
8.6
846 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Penrith, North Lakes Hotel And Spa is within a 5-minute drive of Rheged and Brougham Castle. This spa hotel is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Penrith Castle and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Lowther Castle and Gardens.

Hotel in Wigton · 11.34 mi from centre
8.9
42 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Wigton, 47 km from Derwentwater Lake, The White Heather Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. The property is situated 49 km from Cat Bells, 21 km from Carlisle Castle and 22 km from Carlisle Railway Station. The property is non-smoking and is set 48 km from Whinlatter Forest Park.
With a private bathroom equipped with free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a mountain view. All units in The White Heather Hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a hairdryer.
Breakfast is available, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options.
Newcastle International Airport is 114 km away.

Country house in Lockerbie · 15.17 mi from centre
9.4
353 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Lockerbie, Springkell is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace and Annandale Distillery. This family-friendly country house is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Spoilt Spa at Smiths and 8.3 mi (13.4 km) from The Devil's Porridge.

Hotel in Penrith · 17.33 mi from centre
8.8
335 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The George Hotel in Penrith, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Penrith Castle and Dalemain. This hotel is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Lowther Castle and Gardens and 6.2 mi (10 km) from Ullswater.

Hotel in Lockerbie · 11.45 mi from centre
8.8
226 reviews
Located in Lockerbie, The Mill Forge is in the historical district, within a 10-minute drive of The Devil's Porridge and Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace. This hotel is 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Annandale Distillery and 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Clan Armstrong Centre.

Hotel in Annan · 14.61 mi from centre
8.2
215 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Annan, Corner House Hotel is a 3-minute drive from Annandale Distillery and 7 minutes from The Devil's Porridge. This hotel is 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from Annandale Way and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Thomas Carlyle's Birthplace.

Hotel in Keswick · 18.41 mi from centre
8.2
588 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Keswick, Lake District Castle Inn is in a national park – a 2-minute drive from Lake District Wildlife Park and 11 minutes from Derwentwater. This hotel is 8 mi (12.8 km) from Theatre By The Lake and 9.2 mi (14.7 km) from Castlerigg Stone Circle.

Hotel in Gretna · 9.27 mi from centre
7.8
397 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Gretna Hall Hotel in Gretna, you'll be in the historical district, just a 3-minute walk from Spoilt Spa at Smiths and a 2-minute drive from Old Blacksmith's Shop. This hotel is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from The Devil's Porridge and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from A World in Miniature Museum.

Guesthouse in Penrith · 17.88 mi from centre
9.0
45 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at The Brantwood Hotel in Penrith, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Ullswater and Dalemain Country Park. This guest house is 17.1 mi (27.6 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dalemain.

Bed and breakfast in Penrith · 17.60 mi from centre
8.5
334 reviews
Set 7.7 km from Askham Hall, Tynedale Guest House offers 3-star accommodation in Penrith and has water sports facilities. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the bed and breakfast free of charge. The accommodation offers luggage storage space and a housekeeping service for guests.
All units in the bed and breakfast are fitted with a TV.
A continental, Full English/Irish or Asian breakfast is available at the property.
Guests at Tynedale Guest House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Penrith, like cycling, canoeing and hiking.
Derwentwater Lake is 31 km from the accommodation, while World of Beatrix Potter is 45 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 100 km away.

Inn in Cumbria, Farlam · 11.25 mi from centre
9.2
291 reviews
Set in Farlam, 15 km from Thirlwall Castle, The Belted Will Inn offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. Offering a bar, the property is located within 28 km of Housesteads Roman Fort. The property is non-smoking and is located 20 km from University of Cumbria.
An à la carte, continental or Full English/Irish breakfast is available at the property.
You can play darts at the inn, and the area is popular for hiking and cycling.
Cumbria County Council is 20 km from The Belted Will Inn, while Carlisle Railway Station is 20 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 75 km from the property.

Hotel in Keswick · 18.91 mi from centre
9.6
367 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Ravenstone Manor in Keswick, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Lodore Falls and Mirehouse & Gardens. This hotel is 19.3 mi (31.1 km) from Ullswater and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake.

Hotel in Gretna · 9.41 mi from centre
8.8
533 reviews
Breakfast available
With a stay at Smiths at Gretna Green in Gretna, you'll be steps from Spoilt Spa at Smiths and a 3-minute drive from Old Blacksmith's Shop. This eco-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Longtown Library and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from The Devil's Porridge.

Bed & breakfast in Wigton · 11.43 mi from centre
9.2
103 reviews
Located in Wigton, Greenhill Hotel is within a 5-minute drive of Wigton Library and The John Peel Theatre. This bed & breakfast is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from All Saints' Church and 6.4 mi (10.3 km) from The Green.

Bed & breakfast in Northumberland, Brampton · 17.13 mi from centre
9.4
62 reviews
Breakfast available
Located in Brampton, Blenkinsopp Castle Inn is in a rural location – a 2-minute drive from Northumberland National Park and 7 minutes from Hadrian's Wall. This bed & breakfast is 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Great Chesters Fort and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Vindolanda.
Carlisle is a historic city nestled on the northern edge of the Lake District National Park. With its ancient castle, medieval city walls, and charming cobbled streets, Carlisle invites visitors to step back in time and explore its rich heritage.
Whether you're admiring the grandeur of Carlisle Cathedral, wandering through the bustling market squares, or venturing into the surrounding countryside for scenic walks, Carlisle offers a delightful blend of history and natural beauty.
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There are plenty of good options for your stay in Carlisle, but choosing where to stay will depend on a few factors.
If you’re arriving by train, there are plenty of hotels right in the centre of the city within a short walk of the station. Carlisle’s within easy reach of Scotland, Gretna Green, Lancashire and Newcastle, so it’s definitely worth considering the train if you’re visiting for a last minute trip to explore just Carlisle itself.
Around the city, there are some historic neighbourhoods where you’ll find cosy bed and breakfasts if you’re on a budget. You’ll have a little further to walk from the train station, but these might be better if you’re driving in and visiting for work or as a stopover on your trip elsewhere.
Planning on using Carlisle as a base for exploring the Lake District? Then you can look a little further out, and there are some good budget hotel options with parking, making it easy to then drive into the national park and start your holiday.
Dalston and Wetheral are two friendly villages nearby with some charming places to stay – they’re a little more out of the way but a good option for a quiet romantic break.