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Historic hotel, bar & restaurant in the heart of Carlisle. Book direct for exclusive offers & packages

A beautiful listed building, the County Hotel still retains its Victorian Grandeur as well as providing modern spacious accommodation, free wireless internet access in all bedrooms and public areas and conference facilities.

11/10/2026

🎭✨ CARLISLE CARNIVALE – SATURDAY 24TH OCTOBER! ✨🎭

🎉 Heading to Carlisle for the Carnivale? Make a night of it and stay with us at The County Hotel Carlisle!

Enjoy the excitement, colour and atmosphere of the city, then relax in the comfort of our centrally located hotel.

🏨 Why stay with us?

📍 Fantastic city centre location, perfect for exploring Carlisle

🛏️ Comfortable bedrooms, including newly refreshed rooms

🍳 Delicious breakfast available to start your morning

🚗 Convenient on-site parking (charges apply)

💷 Great-value accommodation!

✨ Don't let the celebrations end early! Turn your visit into a weekend getaway and enjoy everything Carlisle has to offer.

📅 Saturday 24th October 2026

🎭 Book your stay today and make the most of Carlisle Carnivale!

📲 Book direct with The County Hotel Carlisle for our latest availability and rates.

www.countycarlisle.com

08/10/2026

🏨 We're making improvements!

There's been plenty happening behind the scenes at The County Hotel Carlisle, with ongoing work to refresh and enhance our guest bedrooms and bathrooms.

🛏️ From new bedroom carpets and refreshed interiors to improvements across our bathrooms, we're pleased with the progress being made throughout the hotel.

❤️ While there's still work to be done, our commitment remains the same — providing a comfortable, welcoming stay in the heart of Carlisle.

📸 Here's a little look at some of our recently refreshed bedrooms!

✨ Planning a visit to Carlisle?

Whether it's a weekend break, a business trip or a chance to explore Cumbria, we'd love to welcome you.

💷 Great-value room rates available throughout the year.

www.countycarlisle.com

👉 Book direct and discover our latest rates!

05/10/2026

✨ EVEN MORE VALUE AT THE COUNTY HOTEL CARLISLE ✨

Our rates are already great value — and right now, you could SAVE UP TO 30% on selected stays! 🏨

Planning a visit to Carlisle? Whether it’s a weekend away, a trip to see friends and family, a business stay or a base for exploring Cumbria, now could be the perfect time to book.

📍 Fantastic city-centre location
🚆 Moments from Carlisle Train Station
🛏️ Comfortable, great-value rooms
📶 Free Wi-Fi
🐾 Pet-friendly
🚗 On-site parking available

🔥 UP TO 30% OFF SELECTED STAYS 🔥

With limited availability at the promotional rates, take a look at your dates and see how much you could save.

Stay central. Spend less. Explore more.

🏨 Www.countycarlisle.com

Offer applies to selected dates and rates, subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.

28/08/2026

☀️ Bank Holiday Weekend in Carlisle!

Fancy a last-minute getaway? We have just a few rooms remaining this Bank Holiday weekend! 🏨

Stay right in the heart of Carlisle, opposite the railway station and just minutes from the city centre. 🏰

🐾 Pet friendly | 🍳 Breakfast available | 🚗 On-site parking

Book now before they're gone!

www.countycarlisle.com

26/08/2026

🐾 Happy International Dog Day! 🐶❤️

Planning a trip to Carlisle but don’t want to leave your four-legged friend behind? You don’t have to!

Here at County Hotel Carlisle, we’re proudly pet friendly, so your dog can join you on your next city break or Cumbrian adventure. 🐕🏨

📍 Right in the heart of Carlisle
🚆 Opposite Carlisle Train Station
🚗 On-site parking available
🌳 Perfectly placed for exploring Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall and the beautiful Cumbrian countryside
🐾 Dogs welcome – £20 per stay

Because holidays are better when the whole family can come along. ❤️

📧 [email protected]

18/08/2026

🚌 Planning group or coach tours to Carlisle?

At The County Hotel Carlisle, we’re always looking to build new relationships with coach operators, tour companies, group organisers and travel businesses.

Standing in the heart of Carlisle for over 130 years, our characterful hotel is ideally placed for groups visiting Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall, the Lake District, Cumbria and Southern Scotland.

We understand that every group is different, so we’re happy to tailor stays around your requirements, including:

🏨 Room Only
🍳 Bed & Breakfast
🍽️ Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
🅿️ Free parking for our groups
🤝 Flexible arrangements to suit individual tour requirements
🍺 A characterful bar featuring our beautiful original tiled ceiling
📍 Central Carlisle location, directly opposite the railway station

Whether Carlisle is your main destination or part of a wider touring itinerary, our experienced team will work with you to make your group’s stay as straightforward and enjoyable as possible.

We’re now welcoming enquiries for 2026 and 2027 group business and would be delighted to discuss dates, requirements and availability.

📩 [email protected]

If you’re a tour operator or group organiser looking for a reliable Carlisle hotel partner, we’d love to hear from you.

17/08/2026

🏨 Continuing to invest in The County Hotel Carlisle

There’s been plenty happening behind the scenes at The County Hotel as we continue our programme of improvements throughout the hotel.

From our ongoing bathroom refresh programme to replacement carpets, decorating and general improvements, we’re working our way through the property to make our guest rooms and public areas more comfortable and welcoming.

As a hotel with over 130 years of history, we’re proud of the character of the County, but we also know how important it is to keep investing and improving.

There’s still more to do, but it’s great to see the difference the work is already making – and we’ll be sharing more of our progress along the way. 😊

Enjoy a drink in our bar with fabulous original features including original tiled ceiling.

Indulge in our improved breakfast offering with new equipment and locally sourced ingredients.

Book now: www.countycarlisle.com

07/08/2026

📍 Stay in the Heart of Carlisle

Standing proudly for over 130 years, the County Hotel is perfectly located in the centre of Carlisle, directly opposite the train station, overlooking the iconic King Henry VIII Citadel Towers and just moments from the city's exciting multi-million-pound regeneration.

Whether you're visiting family and friends, travelling for business, exploring Carlisle's rich history, or using us as your gateway to the beautiful Lake District, you'll find a warm welcome waiting.

Enjoy:
🛏️ Clean, comfortable rooms at great value
🍳 A hearty breakfast with plenty of choice
🍺 A relaxing drink in our bar
🏛️ Character, charm and over a century of history
💼 Meeting and event facilities
😊 A friendly team dedicated to making your stay enjoyable

Whatever brings you to Carlisle, make the County Hotel your home away from home.

📞 Book direct for our best available rates and 10% off your stay and a free early check in from 1pm!

Www.countycarlisle.com

21/07/2026

✨ Discover Carlisle – Where Every Great Adventure Begins ✨

Looking for the perfect UK getaway? Start in the beautiful city of Carlisle – the historic gateway to the Lake District, Hadrian's Wall and the Scottish Borders.

🏰 Wander through Carlisle's magnificent castle and stunning cathedral
🚶 Explore the world-famous Hadrian's Wall and uncover 2,000 years of Roman history
🏞️ Be surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District National Park, just a short drive away
🚂 Journey on one of Britain's most scenic rail routes, the Settle–Carlisle Railway
🍽️ Enjoy fantastic local food, welcoming pubs, independent shops and vibrant city centre cafés
🌄 Whether you're chasing mountain views, historic landmarks or a relaxing city break, Carlisle has it all.

Stay with us at The County Hotel Carlisle, perfectly located opposite the railway station and just moments from the city centre, making us the ideal base for exploring everything Cumbria has to offer.

📍 History. Adventure. Relaxation. It all starts in Carlisle.

Book your stay today and experience why so many visitors fall in love with England's great border city and get 10% off with free early check in from 1pm!

www.countycarlisle.com

09/07/2026

Sunshine starts here ☀️

Whether you’re travelling for work, planning a romantic retreat, enjoying a relaxing weekend break, or dreaming of a summer getaway, now is the perfect time to book your escape.

Enjoy up to 30% off in our Summer Sale.

⏳ Offer ends 20th July 2026.

https://www.countycarlisle.com

T&Cs apply.

Book now and make the most of summer!

Address

9 Botchergate
Carlisle
CA11QP

Website

http://www.countycarlisle.com/

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