County Hotel

Property class: 3
3-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Carlisle

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Photo gallery for County Hotel

A hallway with wooden flooring, dark wood paneling, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and large windows with curtains.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a clock on the wall.
A bar area with a fireplace, seating, and a television screen.
A room with a large window, a laptop, a cup, and a plate with food.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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9 Botchergate, Carlisle, England, CA1 1QP
  • Place, Carlisle Cathedral
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sands Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlisle Castle
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(16 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Double Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(56 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

7.8 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Carlisle

Heart of Carlisle.Your stay at this Carlisle hotel places you within a 10-minute walk of Carlisle Guildhall and Green Market. Carlisle Cathedral and University of Cumbria are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Cumbria - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carlisle Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Sands Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Carlisle Castle - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Magic Castle - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Carlisle Station - 1 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Griffin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Woodrow Wilson - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Scott & Brassey - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The William Rufus (J D Wetherspoon) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

County Hotel

3-star Victorian hotel perfect for exploring Carlisle
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. County Hotel also features a vending machine, coffee/tea in a common area, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Carlisle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 84 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1896
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
County Hotel offers 84 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Carlisle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (GBP 8 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Piano
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: GBP 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 12.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: GBP 8.00 per night
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

County Carlisle
County Hotel Hotel
County Hotel Carlisle
County Hotel Carlisle
County Hotel Hotel Carlisle

Frequently asked questions

How close is County Hotel to the airport?

County Hotel is 7.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Carlisle (CAX) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at County Hotel?

As of Oct 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at County Hotel on Nov 15, 2026 start from CA $65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does County Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at County Hotel.

Does County Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at County Hotel, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 12.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at County Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at County Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in costs GBP 20.00 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at County Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for GBP 8.00 per night.

Does County Hotel have a pool?

County Hotel does not have a pool.

Does County Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does County Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is County Hotel to downtown Carlisle?

County Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Carlisle.

County Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 328 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 193 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1000 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean bedroom and bathroom lovely friendly staff, really close to the town centre all in all a great place to stay, will be visiting again
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good place to stay and would again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central location super staff friendly and helpful easy parking and safe nice room good view of town
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Welcoming staff Breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very good room and the staff was very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location , clean tidy , great price ! The staff was very helpful so it done everything we needed , I never tried the food but from what I seen it looked good , we would use the hotel again no problem.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
yes parking good breakfast good ,building very old but told about this i write up so happy with it .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good choice of buffet breakfast, staff friendly. Room clean and adequate for our needs. Good central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good value for money, cheap and cheerful really, but staff are great and very helpful. Breakfast is a fairly standard budget hotel offering but plenty of food, so no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely old hotel with plenty of character. Room was spacious, clean and quiet. Front desk staff were nice. Suited my needs perfectly will go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a lovely room an would go back again handy for train station 100yards away 💯
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
The room I stayed in for the two nights I was there was lovely and clean the staff were alright aswell no complaints from me next time I visit Carlisle ill stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff are excellent go above and beyond breakfast very tasty and no rush to finish parking could be better if people didn’t block the entrance room not the cleaners fault but there was a hole in the duvet cover and the net curtains were shabby
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the management strive hard to provide an excellent service for all the guests. We have been to this hotel many times before and we were happy to return. Very centrally placed placed establishment, the main line train station is very closeby.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff very helpful and really enjoyed our stay. Lovely stay in Carlisle and very reasonable for a city centre stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay but whilst the room was clean, it was a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff nice quiet room location spot on
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff nice quiet room easy parking and close to shops and restaurants excellent wi fi
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simple, cheap, central, no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Poor quality Twin Room, dreadful noise from the nightclub downstairs, but good breakfast in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Woman on reception was very friendly and extremely helpful. Superior room was a good size. For a mid week stay at the price i couldn't fault it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fab location excellent value for money! Decor is a little dated but for what you pay you can"t complain
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Room was cheap and near the train station so great location. The room itself was a bit run down and tired looking but can’t complain for the price I paid and I was only there for the night. Staff more friendly when I checked out than when I checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
nice stay room old style but cosy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Dated hotel, but ideal for a night or a couple
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026