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9.1

819 reviews

Cartref Guest House

Cartref Guest House

44 Victoria Place, Carlisle, CA1 1EX, United Kingdom

Reservations:

+1-833-728-2041

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Free parking

Free wifi

Room service

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

Cartref Guest House

Welcome to Cartref Guest House, a charming 4-star bed and breakfast nestled in the heart of Carlisle, just a stone's throw from the vibrant city center at 44 Victoria Place. For as low as $42 a night, you can settle into cozy comfort with a warm blend of modern amenities and welcoming hospitality. With 819 glowing reviews, our guests can’t stop raving about the delightful atmosphere and unbeatable location!

Here at Cartref, we pride ourselves on providing a truly relaxing retreat. Enjoy complimentary parking and high-speed WiFi, ensuring you can stay connected or plan your adventures without a hitch. Our non-smoking rooms offer a peaceful sanctuary to unwind after a day of exploring, making it the perfect base for your Carlisle adventures.

Take a leisurely stroll to nearby attractions or indulge in the local dining scene, all while knowing that a peaceful haven awaits you back at Cartref Guest House. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, our friendly staff is eager to make your memory-making experience extra special. Come and uncover the hidden gem of Carlisle!

At Cartref Guest House, every stay is as unique as our guests! With a variety of room types, you can choose the perfect fit for your travels. Planning a fun-filled adventure with friends? Our Triple Rooms, featuring both twin and double beds, offer space and comfort for up to three adults. If you're looking for a romantic getaway, the Deluxe King Room sets the stage for cozy evenings, complete with a sumptuous king-size bed that beckons for relaxation. For solo travelers, both the Single Room and the Budget Single Room provide a snug retreat designed to recharge you for your exciting days ahead.

But there's more to Cartref than just restful nights. Wake up to the tantalizing aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a delicious breakfast (with a menu that will leave you spoilt for choice), which is the perfect way to fuel your adventures. Imagine enjoying your meal while planning your day—whether it's a day of discovering Carlisle's historical treasures or exploring the vibrant local scene. Don't forget to ask our friendly staff for insider tips on hidden spots and must-visit locations; they’re always keen to share their favorites!

As the sun sets and you wander back to our charming guest house, you’ll be welcomed by the warm ambiance that makes Cartref feel like home. Kick back in our cozy communal areas or take your cup of tea outside to enjoy the evening breeze. With convenient parking and easy access to public transport, your next big adventure is just around the corner! Come create wonderful memories at Cartref Guest House, where the spirit of hospitality meets the heart of Carlisle!

Closest airports

Newcastle International Airport

50.1mi

Most popular amenities

Free parking

Free wifi

Room service

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

Rooms

Triple Room with Shower - single occupancy in Cartref Guest House

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Triple Room, Single Use

3 Twin Beds

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Our Triple Room with Shower is perfect for a group of 3 adults, with a comfortable double and twin bed. Enjoy the convenience of a private bathroom in this non-smoking room.

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Deluxe, King Size

1 King Size Bed

215 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Experience the ultimate comfort in our Deluxe King Room, featuring a spacious 215 sqft area, a plush king-size bed, and modern amenities such as a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker. Enjoy a peaceful stay in this non-smoking room, ideal for a couple's retreat or city getaway.

Standard Single Room in Cartref Guest House

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Single Room

1 Twin Bed

130 sqft

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Free toiletries

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Welcome to our cozy Single Room with Shower. With its 97 sqft of space, private bathroom, and comfortable Twin bed, this room is perfect for solo travelers. Enjoy amenities like a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker, and relax in the modern shower.

Budget Single Room - single occupancy in Cartref Guest House

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Budget, Single, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

85 sqft

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Free toiletries

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Welcome to our Budget Single Room, a cozy and affordable haven for solo travelers. Enjoy the comfort of a spacious 86 sqft room equipped with a Twin bed, Wifi, a Flat-screen TV, and a Tea/Coffee maker. Complimentary amenities such as bathrobe, linens, and a hairdryer are provided to enhance your stay.

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Budget, 1 Bed

85 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. This single room has a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

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Room - 1 Bed

130 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this single room includes a shared bathroom with a hairdryer. The single room features parquet floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, as well as heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

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Superior, Triple

225 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room comes with tea/coffee making facilities.

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Small

140 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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This room comes with tea/coffee making facilities.

Superior Triple Room - single occupancy in Cartref Guest House

Superior, Triple, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

225 sqft

Private Bathroom

Wifi

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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Budget

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Standard Room

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

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Superior

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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Guest reviews

9.1

819 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Philippe

9.1

January 2024

- Warm welcome. - Location at a walking distance from the city centre. - Very comfortable bed. - Room is small but clean, decorated in style and very well equipped, including a tray of tea/coffee/biscuits/fruit, an extra blanket and a bathrobe! - Car parking is not an issue, as the establishment provides a parking disk.

- The guest house is close to a busy road; traffic can distinctly be heard in spite of the double glazing. - The shower and toilets are on the landing, which is acceptable for the price, but there was no heating in it. This is quite a deterrent for taking a shower on a cold month of winter! - The bedroom door can only close in full when it is locked.

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Rosemary

9.1

December 2024

Lovely clean and airy room in a traditional property, tasteful Christmas decorations. Came with a tray with chocolate treats, a mince pie and a satsuma! Really appreciated these touches. Also a cosy dressing gown and a hot water bottle you could make up, I had a lovely quiet night. Breakfast also excellent, full veggie and some porridge, on time and very friendly service. Close to the train station and easy to find.

It's a shared bathroom for the room I was in, which was fine as I knew that and didn't cause me any issues. Slightly noisy from the street traffic - again, this didn't bother me and it was quiet at night + they supplied ear plugs if needed (I didn't use them).

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Carol

9.1

October 2024

We were able to have two large rooms with two beds in them. Which is really important for two gal friends sharing a room. The owner was gracious and accommodating. Breakfast was absolutely delicious! Location was just a block off of the Hadrian's wall trail and an easy walk to restaurants and museums in town.

One of our rooms was on the top floor and you have to carry your luggage up. We travel light so it wasn't much of a problem. The showers are quite small- expect a bit of elbow banging. Also in the middle of the night when you use the toilet, the bright bathroom light goes on automatically, Which might wake up your roommate. Not a great system.

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Callaghan

10

September 2024

I don’t normally stay in Bed and Breakfasts due to my previous outdated experiences of them in rural Ireland several decades ago. This experience may change that. I had a superb and warmest welcome. I was blown away by how beautiful the place is. I had my assistance dog, Precious, who was also given a warm welcome. The breakfast was great value, very delicious, in fact, it was my first real meal in a very long time as I suffer from anorexia, the presentation tempted me to eat and I did. The dining room is beautiful, beautiful dishes, better than a 4 star hotel. There are inspirational pictures around the place and the atmosphere is that of a homely environment. The price of the accommodation is very reasonable. Plenty of room in your room to hang up your clothes. (I was backpacking and had a lot of stuff.) The linen was soft and comfortable, not like what I will be spending the next three weeks in a tent embracing and braving the weather! I would definitely recommend this place to anyone. It’s a 10 minute walk to the station and very close to the town/city centre.

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Angela

10

November 2024

I arrived later than planned but was able to self-check in using the information provided by the owner via text. Parking was explained as well as how to order breakfast if needed. Clean, comfortable bed. Deep covers. Sink in room and a hanging rail. My room didn't have an en suit but the bathroom down the hall was clean, tidy and the shower was good considering it's electric. The owner was welcoming and friendly. We chatted at breakfast a little and I can recommend the smashed avocado toast. Location was great for town as I was staying on business.

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Simon

10

December 2024

Melanie was massively helpful directing me as I got lost with my sat nav and she greeted me at the door with a huge smile and welcome and took me through everything. Free parking excellent and just down the side road. Room was lovely and the bed so comfortable. Very clean and great tv. Awesome shower with funky lights. Centrally located. Overall a perfect stay, excellent hosts, all seemless with online check-in and out and highly recommended and would definitely look to stay again.

Nothing! All perfect!

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Steve

9.1

April 2024

It was so lovely. I needed it as a stop off on my way to do the coast to coast walk but it might be favorite in the trip. I paid little over £40 for a single room. I had to share a bathroom but it was clean and right by my room. The welcome was fantastic and so friendly. I loved the little welcoming package in the room with the flapjack, tangerine and the cream egg in the mini pan!!! It was really quiet and I slept amazing. I loved that the radiator had it's own thermostat so you could have the room as you wanted.

Nothing really....

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Tsvetomira

9.1

November 2023

excellent location - just a few minutes walk from the coach / train station/ the cathedral, easy to find, good value for money, polite host, the bed was so comfy - i slept like a baby! You can see the host wants to please her guests and there has been a lot of effort put into making the room provide you with everything you might need.

Less is sometimes more. I appreciate the host wanting to make you feel as comfortable as possible in the room, but when it comes to small single room i have to say - the room felt very cluttered. Who needs a french coffee press if there is only instant coffee in the room? Or excessive decoration, when there is barely any space for you to turn around? If the door of the wardrobe is completely removed it would make it possible to use it in the first place, put your luggage in there too and actually enjoy some space in the room

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Lisa

9.1

November 2023

The little touches provided in the room. The owner had done a little tray of treats for Halloween and for the first time ever I could have a proper filter coffee in the room, no additional cost. That was the best surprise. The bed was comfortable. The room was nice and the shower room very luxurious.

I was in the 'penthouse' and that was supposed to be the 'cheaper' without breakfast included because I had booked with 'booking.com'. This comment made by the owner was the only reason I marked the review 9 instead of 10. I have been told by other friends that they always have great stays when they book anywhere with booking.com but regrettably for me something or someone always reminds me that I did. That's a shame.

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Philip

9.1

July 2024

Room was lovely and had everything we needed, including a nice little en suite bathroom and fridge. It was a very quick stay for us so literally slept there and left but staff seemed lovely. Wish we’d got the breakfast. Maybe next time.

Very little to dislike. Only 1 issue is that the tv was quite temperamental, not showing any picture at times. However, we weren’t there long enough to watch tv and this was only noticed when we put it on whilst we were packing.

Points of Interest Around Cartref Guest House

Attractions

Carlisle Castle

0.5mi

Famous Blacksmiths Shop

9.2mi

The Devil's Porridge Museum

11.4mi

Hadrian's Wall

17.9mi

Bassenthwaite Lake

18.6mi

Castlerigg Stone Circle

21.3mi

Ullswater

21.4mi

Derwentwater

22.1mi

Borrowdale Valley

22.4mi

Buttermere Valley

23.8mi

Housesteads Roman Fort (Vercovicium)

25.2mi

Crummock Water

27.5mi

Rydal Mount

31mi

Amenities of Cartref Guest House

Free parking

Free wifi

Room service

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Cartref Guest House

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Cartref Guest House

What's the check-in and check-out schedule at Cartref Guest House?

Cartref Guest House offers check-in timings from 02:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Make sure to check out by 10:30 AM.

Does Cartref Guest House come with parking?

Yes, there is parking available at the Cartref Guest House. The parking is free and located nearby. However, it is public parking and reservations for parking spots are not possible.

What's the nightly rate at Cartref Guest House?

The base rate at Cartref Guest House is approximately $42. Be informed that this can vary depending on your room choice and booking dates. Enter dates for a tailored price.

What types of rooms does Cartref Guest House offer?

The Cartref Guest House offers a variety of rooms including Triple Rooms with showers, Deluxe King Rooms, Single Rooms with showers, and Budget Single Rooms. Smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The Triple Rooms can accommodate either 3 adults with 1 twin bed and 1 double bed or 3 adults with 3 twin beds. The Deluxe King Room is suitable for 2 adults with 1 king size bed, while the Single Rooms and Budget Single Rooms can accommodate 1 adult with 1 twin bed. The room sizes range from 86 sqft for the Budget Single Room to 226 sqft for the Triple Room.

How can guests spend their time at Cartref Guest House?

While the given data does not provide specific information about the featured or other amenities at the Cartref Guest House, it is common for hotels to offer various leisure amenities to enhance their guests' stay. These amenities may include a swimming pool, fitness center, spa services, and recreational activities such as tennis or golf. Additionally, the hotel may have a lounge or bar area where guests can relax and socialize. Some hotels also offer entertainment options like live music or game rooms.

Guests can spend their time at the hotel enjoying these leisure amenities and participating in any activities offered. They can take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, work out at the fitness center, or indulge in spa treatments for relaxation. If available, they can engage in recreational activities like tennis or golf for some outdoor fun. In the evening, they can unwind at the lounge or bar, and perhaps enjoy some live entertainment or play games at the game room.

Does Cartref Guest House accept credit cards and cash payments?

Yes, Cartref Guest House does accept credit cards and cash payments.