Cartref Guest House offers a warm atmosphere where travelers feel at home thanks to the helpful staff. Enjoy a full breakfast to energize your day and unwind on the sun-kissed terrace. Laundry facilities are available to refresh your clothing during your stay.
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Basic Single Room, Shared Bathroom
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 reviews
(4 reviews)
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
8 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Bathrobes
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Twin Bed
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Standard Triple Room
Highlights
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
About the neighborhood
Carlisle is home to Cartref Guest House. Tullie House Museum and Gallery and Carlisle Guildhall are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Carlisle Castle and Saint Michael's Church. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brunton Park or Eden Rock. Visit our Carlisle travel guide
Cartref Guest House provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Free self parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises
Luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and bathrobes, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and free bottled water.
Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Virtual front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
More
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 10
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, host will greet you
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 10 for adults and GBP 10 for children
Pet fee: GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Late check-out fee: GBP 10 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Cartref Guest House B&B Carlisle
Cartref Guest House Carlisle
Cartref Guest House
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Cartref Guest House Carlisle
Cartref Guest House Guesthouse
Cartref Guest House Guesthouse Carlisle
Frequently asked questions
Is Cartref Guest House pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 10.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Cartref Guest House?
As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cartref Guest House on 16 March 2026 start from AED 331, 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.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Cartref Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Cartref Guest House?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for GBP 10 (subject to availability).
Where is Cartref Guest House located?
Situated in Carlisle, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of The Sands Centre, Carlisle Guildhall, and Green Market. Tullie House Museum and Gallery and Carlisle Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Carlisle Station is 10 minutes by foot and Carlisle Railway Station (CXX) is 11 minutes.
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Reviews
Cartref Guest House Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was beyond expectation. The breakfast was delicious and the owner went out of her way to ensure we had information as well as suggestions to make our vacation better.
Would highly recommend the Cartref guest house. The room was cosy, clean and modern. It’s like home from home the host (Melanie) was very personable and friendly, nothing was too much trouble and will cater to your needs. Overall and lovely and relaxing experience
Really handy location for the town centre and far enough away where you can park without issue (permits provided by the host).
Had constant communication from our host regarding arrival, stay, parking & dining.
Can't fault at all, have recommended to others travelling down & will definitely be considered for future stays when we are in the area.
The property is very convenient for M6 and there is free parking. We received a warm welcome from the owner. The little extras also made us feel very welcome and were appreciated, especially the fresh coffee and cafetière in our room. Our room was clean and the beds were comfortable. We will definitely try to stay here again on our next trip to Scotland.
One of the best we’ve stayed in, very friendly staff, dog was welcome and room was very thoughtfully decorated, big mugs, fantastic shower and good layout. Only thing we didn’t like was the loo light coming on automatically, so in the middle of the night it shone into the bedroom.
The property was quirky and no personal check in was unusual but worked well. The standard of the room was excellent and very comfortable. The guest house is very close to the town centre, being only 10 minutes walk away. There is also a good dog walking area very close to the property by the river.
A very well-appointed guest house, about 15 minutes walk from the railway station. It is on a very busy road and crossing during peak hour can be a bit tricky.
Very friendly staff and great rooms, with plenty of inclusions.
We didn’t have breakfast so can’t comment on that.
I booked the single room with shared bathroom - it was very affordable and the room was basic, so it was good value. However, it didn’t feel very clean - the window ledge was dirty with hairs and mould, and when I filled the mug for tea, there were several hairs floating on top :( the towel folded on the bed was also damp which wasn’t very reassuring.
The check in process was okay, but it would've been nice to be shown to the room and bathroom as I was left to figure it out by myself. The hotel is quite noisy and I was disturbed whenever someone entered or exited, or had a conversation in the reception area.
The room was also very damp so maybe a dehumidifier could be a good investment?
Overall the stay was okay for the price, very well located in Carlisle and the bed was comfy. It was good value but I think I would only want to stay for one night.
I absolutely LOVED my overnight stay at Cartref! My room was so lovely- spacious, bright, airy, and spotlessly clean everywhere. The furniture in my room was all very tasteful, useful and modern; and the bed was super comfortable, with immaculately clean white bedding. Melanie (the owner) is so friendly, welcoming, and caring about her guests- this really shows in her great attention to detail in all areas of the property.
The en-suite bathroom was beautifully clean and stylish with excellent quality local toiletries, plenty of towels, an excellent shower and a gorgeously soft bathrobe and slippers. There was a mini fridge in the room, containing bottles of chilled water and fresh milk for a cuppa. Plenty of teabags, coffee and hot chocolate by the kettle, and even a cute little jar of marshmallows to add to the hot chocolate. My room had two smart comfy chairs and a little coffee table; as well as a handy dressing table. The lighting was all great, and there were plenty of places to plug in chargers, hairdryer etc.
There is a great breakfast menu to choose from, and it was really pleasant to sit in the pretty dining room the next morning. My breakfast was really tasty, and it was lovely to have a whole pot of tea served rather than just the usual cup with a teabag and a tiny pot of hot water!
I can't fault Cartref; it's a short walk from the train station/short walk into town and a lovely place to stay. I will definitely book to stay again next time I visit Carlisle!
So cosy and welcoming. Just a 10 minutes walk from station with cases (at 10:30pm) felt very safe and lovely host. Beds were sooo comfy, we all slept like logs.
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
ROBIN
23 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay so much, and highly recommend!