Address
9 BotchergateCarlisle
Cumbria
CA1 1QP
Tel: +44 (0)1228 531316
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The hotel is housed inside a splendid listed building that retains its charm and character from the Georgian period. The hotel offers guests the chance to stay in a reasonably priced hotel with a traditional feel whilst offering modern facilities.
The location in Carlisle makes the hotel a popular place for those travelling between both England and Scotland. The hotel offers meeting, conferencing and banqueting facilities making it suitable for both business and leisure guests.
Visitors to the hotel can expect a friendly welcome and good levels of service. The hotel is located in Carlisle city centre offering good access to local amenities. The closest train stations are at Carlisle, Dalston and Wetheral.
Facilities
The hotel has a total of 84 guest bedrooms with a choice of single, double, twin and family rooms. The rooms offer en-suite facilities, room facilities include television, direct dial telephone, complimentary toiletries, hairdryer, radio alarm clock, work desks and tea and coffee making facilities.
Front facing rooms offer a great view of the twin towers of King Henry VIII's historic Citadel.
There is free Wi-Fi internet access available at the hotel. There are free car parking facilities available on-site for hotel guests.
Dining
Each morning guests can enjoy a breakfast buffet including hot items such as eggs and sausages and a choice of breads, preserves, cereals, fruits and hot and cold drinks.
The Gallerie Restaurant offers a menu for both breakfast and dinner offering diners with a choice of both a la Carte or table d'hote menus. Diners can choose from a fine selection of both wines and liqueurs to compliment their meals.
The Portland's Resident Bar is located next to the restaurant and offers guests with a place to sit back and relax before having a meal. There are a range of drinks guests can try; the bar has a relaxed and laid back atmosphere.
Local Attractions
Attractions in the local area include Carlisle Castle, Guildhall Museum and Carlisle Cathedral. Visitors can go on a cruise on Lake Windermere located approx 45 miles away, there are guided tours including walking and coach tours available.
The hotel is a good place from which to discover other Cumbria attractions including the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Abbot and Holker Hall, Blackwell Arts and Crafts House and Wastwater Lake. The Scottish Borders region is also located close by; the hotel is a great base for exploring Gretna and other local attractions.
The Lake District region has long been a favourite for those that enjoy the great outdoors and visitors can participate in a range of activities including cycling, horse riding, golf, fishing, hot air ballooning, sailing and walking.
The hotel is located the city of Carlisle in the Lake District where visitors will find the renowned natural scenery, open spaces and inspiring landscapes associated with the region. There are also a range of local shops including shops specialising in local arts and crafts and a range of restaurants. The hotel provides a good location from which to explore a range of Cumbria attractions and local places of interest. The A69 and A696 offer access to Newcastle Airport located approx 57 miles away by road.
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Transport Links
Closest Train Stations:
Carlisle: 0.1 Miles
Dalston: 3.9 Miles
Wetheral: 4.0 Miles
Closest Airports:
Newcastle Airport: 57 Miles
Durham Tees Valley Airport: 83 Miles
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