This city hotel is a listed building which still retains its Georgian grandeur. It offers 84 rooms in total spread across 4 floors. It provides modern and spacious accommodation with free WLAN access in all public areas. Other facilities and amenities include a lobby, 24-hour reception and check-out service, a hotel safe, a bar, restaurant, conference rooms, and room and laundry service (fees may apply). The lift facility is currently unavailable.

This hotel is ideally situated in the heart of Carlisle, directly opposite the railway station and overlooking the splendid twin towers of King Henry VIII's historic Citadel. It is just 3 km from junction 43 on the M6, making it an ideal base for exploring north Cumbria and the Lake District. Durham Tees Valley Airport is about 135 km away, while Leeds/Bradford Airport is 179 km away.

Open daily for breakfast and dinner, the Stable restaurant offers a choice of à la carte or table menus, complemented by a good selection of wines and liqueurs.