- Pets allowed
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Private bathroom
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
- Daily housekeeping
- Non-smoking rooms
- Safety deposit box
- Luggage storage
About this property
Ideally situated in the historic capital of Cumbria, the ibis Carlisle is just 200 metres from Carlisle Citadel Railway Station. On the outskirts of the Lake District, this modern hotel has easy access to the M6 motorway and local road network. With free Wi-Fi throughout, the ibis Carlisles' 102 rooms include an automatic climate control system and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite shower rooms have a hairdryer. The hotel’s facilities include a 24-hour reception desk, car rental services, and free on site parking. Guests can enjoy light meals in the onsite restaurant and there is a late-night bar, which offers a 24-hour snack service. The Ibis Carlisle hotel has a superb central location, right in the heart of the city. The Lanes Shopping Centre is close by. Carlisle Cathedral, the castle, and the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery are all just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar

Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Barry
Australia
“Parking included, comfortable but small room. Food and bar service available. Location in city centre. Staff very good throughout the stay.” - Eryn
United Kingdom
“Easy to locate check in and out was easy plenty of parking spaces! Central location clean room” - Kevin
United Kingdom
“it's a great location in the city centre. 5 mins from the train station” - Theodora
Singapore
“Modern room modern bathroom not carpet. Very close to train station.” - William
United Kingdom
“Central for everything and plenty of pubs and restaurants around” - Susan
United Kingdom
“Location, staff very helpful and friendly (special shout out to Hannah, from housekeeping, lovely friendly lady) breakfast was great, everything covered & replaced when things ran out, best sausage had in a while! We enjoyed an evening meal on our...” - Almond
United Kingdom
“The hotel was clean, including the rooms The location was excellent, and the car parking was very handy” - Chhanda
United Kingdom
“Central location, very clean, spacious room and friendly and helpful staff. Free parking!! It also has air conditioning!! Given that we are on a road trip in summer, didn’t realise while booking many months in advance that not all hotels have air...” - Donna
United Kingdom
“Wasn’t too noisy even tho it was on Main Street. Clean” - Julia
United Kingdom
“Great free parking, comfy bed and very nice shower. I had something to eat in the evening and it was much enjoyed. The perfect stop over for me on my way to Scotland.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Restauant
- CuisineEuropean
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsGluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 1 year are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.





The fine print
Minors under 18 must be accompanied by parents or legal representatives.
Please note that the credit card used to book must be presented on arrival.
Driving Directions:
From North and South: leave the M6 motorway at junction 43, then take the A69 road signposted Carlisle City Centre. Drive all the way towards city centre and then take the left after Papa John's on to Cecil Street.
- From East: A69 road signposted Carlisle City Centre. Follow all the way toward city centre and then take the left just after Papa John's pizza onto Cecil Street.
Free parking, car park English Gate Plaza South is located at the back of the hotel, please use the postcode CA1 1NT , entrance via Portland Place or Cecil Street. Parking is free from arrival till 12 noon on the day of check out, the back door will lead you to the reception area, please inform staff at check in to register your vehicle.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A damage deposit of £50 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.