ibis Carlisle – City Centre

3.0 star property
Hotel in Carlisle with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Bar (on property)
Family Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Portlands Botchergate, Carlisle, England, CA
  • Place, Carlisle Cathedral
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Sands Centre
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Carlisle Castle
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(42 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Carlisle

Ibis Carlisle – City Centre places you within a 10-minute stroll of University of Cumbria and Carlisle Masjid. This 102-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • University of Cumbria - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carlisle Cathedral - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bitts Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Sands Centre - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carlisle Castle - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Carlisle Station - 3 min walk
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Madinah Mini Market Halal Store & Butchers Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The William Rufus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Griffin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shaha - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min walk

About this property

ibis Carlisle – City Centre

Hotel in Carlisle with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Guests staying at ibis Carlisle – City Centre enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Free parking is available if you drive. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry.
TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Other amenities include coffee makers, hair dryers, and desks. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to noon on weekends; GBP 12 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

  • This property welcomes pets for GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Dogs only
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately GBP 12 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Photos in the property description reflect the brand standard and are shown for illustrative purposes only.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Carlisle ibis
ibis Carlisle
ibis Hotel Carlisle
Accor Carlisle
Ibis Carlisle Hotel Carlisle
ibis Carlisle Hotel
ibis Carlisle City Centre Hotel
ibis Carlisle City Centre
Ibis Carlisle – City Carlisle
ibis Carlisle – City Centre Hotel
ibis Carlisle – City Centre Carlisle
ibis Carlisle – City Centre Hotel Carlisle

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

Ibis Carlisle – City Centre provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do near ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

This hotel in Carlisle is within a 10-minute walk of Carlisle Guildhall and Green Market. You'll also find Bitts Park and The Sands Centre less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Electric car charging is also available for guests.

Does ibis Carlisle – City Centre feature a casino at the property?

No, ibis Carlisle – City Centre doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is ibis Carlisle – City Centre good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does ibis Carlisle – City Centre have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, ibis Carlisle – City Centre serves buffet breakfast on weekday mornings for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will ibis Carlisle – City Centre allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at ibis Carlisle – City Centre for a fee of GBP 10 per pet, per night.

Does ibis Carlisle – City Centre have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

The closest major airport to ibis Carlisle – City Centre is Carlisle (CAX), which is 8 mi away (22 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at ibis Carlisle – City Centre?

No, at ibis Carlisle – City Centre, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

ibis Carlisle – City Centre Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 343 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1003 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shame en-suite smelt of sewage odour
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff all very friendly and helpful, the rooms are starting to look a bit tired
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

C A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value

Perfect for a short overnight stay. Clean and tidy, great breakfast for £8! I booked after 11pm and arrived at 1:30am as I needed to break up a long motorway journey. The 24hrs reception meant no problems.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dennis

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Matthias

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Ok hotel at the centre of Carlisle.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meet all the needs that I was looking for
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Room too hot

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

BRENDAN

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveler
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place for stopover

Reception staff friendly and welcoming. Room basic but clean. Excellent shower. Free parking very useful. Excellent breakfast, wide selection of food items, freshly prepared and breakdast staff were friendly and attentive.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Carole

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service

Well located budget hotel in Carlisle centre

I have rated this as a budget hotel. It is on a par with a travelodge. Its basic and clean and does the job. It is in a good position, easy walk to city centre attractions and restaurants its 5 mins to the railway station. My son and i had a family room with a double and single bed. Its not clear from the listing that parking is availble free but you validate it at reception. I made the mistake of paying in the car park on arrival, as the signs in the car park say!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadeem

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shabir, Weston Super Mare

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free parking for the customers and close to the high street with all shopping facilities nearby
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Liked: Staff & service
Did not sleep all night, the noise from the below Alien night club and the strip bar from 10pm to 7am was ABYSMAL! Also booked with Expedia at one cost and was charged DOUBLE at the property. Breakfast was OK and edible.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rohit

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and easy to find. Large car park behind the hotel. Check in was easy and staff friendly and helpful. The rooms are starting to look a little shabby but comfortable. Overall good .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Hotel needs a good clean

Hotel is lokking a little ropey around the edges. The carpet on the corridors was filthy and needs a good clean. The lift also was quite dirty. The room itself was clean but basic. The bed however was comfortable. There was no remote for the TV so had to operate manually. Breakfast was OK but nothing special.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stopped here a couple of times always good service.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025