Compare 24 hot tub lodges near Carlisle, closest first – filter by pets, pools, sleeps and more, then check dates and prices.
Lillyhall Lodge Retreat is part of the prestigious Autograph Lodge Collection, offering an exceptional blend of contemporary luxury and natural beauty.
Luxury eco-lodges in Lakeland Clean, well-kept lodges Hot tubs with fell views Between two lakes Red deer and squirrels nearby Pets go free Great base for walks
Situated just a 5 minute drive from Appleby is our 5 star Platinum only park.
Top countryside lodges Fabulous woodland location Star gazing from hot tub Well appointed lodges Experience beautiful starry skies Near Kielder Water Visit Observatory & local area
The stunning and multiple award-winning Kielder Waterside which sits within our exclusive new ‘Magnificent’ collection offers one of the very best shorelines of the largest man-made lakes in northern Europe and provides you with the opportunity to relax under the darkest skies in England whilst enjoying the tranquil setting of your chosen accommodation.
Beautiful forest setting Luxury lodge Indoor heated pool Accessible walks and activities Children's play area
If you live in or around Cumbria and fancy a quick escape, lodges with hot tubs near Carlisle put you in the water within minutes of leaving home. Some are a short country drive away, others sit beside Ullswater or just over the Scottish border, and all of them are log cabin style holiday accommodation with a private hot tub on the deck and open countryside views. Our hot tub lodges are chosen for real drive times, so you know exactly what you’re booking.
That matters if you’re searching for a lodge near you. A weekend works best when you spend more time soaking than driving, and that’s what this guide is for.
These six are the closest luxury lodges with a private hot tub, and the best-known family and couples retreat choices,, ordered by drive time from the city centre. Times are by road, so allow a little extra on Friday evening. If you prefer log cabins with hot tubs, the Cumbria pages have plenty. Browse more in our Cumbria lodges or North of England pages.
About 10 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 6 – pets welcome – luxury
If you want to be in the water before the kettle has cooled, this is the one. Green Meadows is only 4 miles from the city, yet the decks look out over open Cumbrian fields and every holiday home has its own private hot tub.
Towels, gowns and slippers are provided, which makes a Friday-night arrival easy. Dogs get an 8 acre walking route on site, so the morning lap is sorted before breakfast.
About 18 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 4 – pets welcome – glamping
The lodges share the grounds of a hall dating from 1837, with peacocks strutting about and Falabella miniature horses in the paddocks. Hot tubs bubble away under a very dark Cumbrian sky, so bring a flask and stay out for the stars.
It’s a short hop from the M6, and the northern Lake District, the Scottish borders and the foothills of the Pennines are all within easy reach, and the Lake District is on your doorstep.
About 22 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 8 – pets welcome – fishing – glamping – luxury
Cross the border and you’re in woodland near Annan, where lodges have an outdoor hot tub and a decked seating area. The park is known for clay pigeon shooting, with competition-level equipment, and some lodges have waterside views.
With lodges for up to 8, it suits a group who’d rather share one big place than book three small ones.
About 27 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 6 – pets welcome – glamping
This 250 acre private estate near Wigton is built for families. There are woodland trails and animal-feeding walks, a giant adventure playground, crazy golf and a giant chess set in the orchard garden.
Once the children have run out of steam, the hot tub is yours. The Lake District National Park is a short drive south.
About 28 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 4 – pets welcome – luxury
One of the best-rated places on this page (4.8 on our scores), Flusco Wood is set in woodland close to Ullswater. Each lodge has a private hot tub on the decking, and there’s an enclosed area for dogs.
From here you can walk, canoe or take a steamer on the lake, then be in Penrith or Keswick for dinner. A good pick for couples who want the Lakes without the Lakes traffic.
About 35 minutes’ drive from Carlisle – sleeps up to 6 – pets welcome – fishing – glamping – luxury
Small, quiet and family run, Riverview sits on the banks of the River Liddel in the Scottish Borders. The one and two bedroom lodges and pods have outdoor hot tubs, and the trout and salmon fishing is exclusive to guests.
If your idea of a break is a rod in the morning and a hot tub at dusk, it’s hard to beat.
| Lodge | Drive (mins) | Sleeps | Pets | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadows Country Park | 10 | 6 | Yes | No |
| Calthwaite Hall Lodges | 18 | 4 | Yes | No |
| Westlands Country Park | 22 | 8 | Yes | No |
| Blaithwaite Country House Estate | 27 | 6 | Yes | No |
| Flusco Wood | 28 | 4 | Yes | No |
| Riverview Holiday Park | 35 | 6 | Yes | No |
Sleeping numbers are the largest lodge on each park, so smaller lodges are also available. Not sure which suits you? Another quick way to compare is our guide to hot tub lodges near you.
It depends on how long you’ve got. For a night or two, keep it under half an hour. For a long weekend, you can stretch to the Lakes and make the drive part of the holiday.
Travelling in a group? Our Lake District group stays have bigger places, and you can split the bill below.
Carlisle’s historic quarter is compact, and you can walk between the main sights in minutes. Carlisle Castle has stood on its rise for nearly 900 years, and Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life is inside its walls. Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery sits between the castle and Carlisle Cathedral, which is among the smaller English cathedrals and has a ceiling painted with gold stars on a blue background. Check opening times and tickets on each website before you go.
For fresh air, Watchtree Nature Reserve has paths for walking, cycling and watching wildlife.
The Wall runs through Carlisle as part of a World Heritage Site, and the Hadrian’s Wall Path National Trail is an easy day out from any lodge on this page. Birdoswald Roman Fort, east of the city, has a visitor centre and cafe, and Lanercost Priory near Brampton is a ruined 12th century priory that’s lovely in late afternoon light.
The northern Lake District National Park is closer than many people think. Keswick, Bassenthwaite and Ullswater are all around 30 to 40 minutes away, so lodges here suit a day on the water followed by an evening soak. Our guides to romantic Lake District getaways and dog friendly lodges in the Lakes help narrow it down, and Cumbria attractions has more ideas.
Annan, Gretna and Newcastleton are quick drives north. Anglers should look at fishing lodges in Cumbria, and see South West Scotland for lodges beyond the border.
Hot tubs work all year, but the weather changes what you’ll want to do outside. Here’s how the months compare.
Cumbria weather changes by the hour, so pack for rain, wind and the odd sunny spell.
Green Meadows Country Park is the nearest we list, about 10 minutes’ drive and 4 miles from the city. Each holiday home has its own private hot tub, and dogs are welcome.
Yes. Every park on this page welcomes pets. Green Meadows has an 8 acre dog walking route and Flusco Wood has an enclosed dog area, so check each page for the number of dogs allowed.
For a Friday-night arrival, stay under about 30 minutes’ drive. Everything from Green Meadows to Flusco Wood is inside that, so you’ll lose very little of your break to the road.
Yes. Westlands Country Park near Annan is about 22 minutes away and Riverview in Newcastleton about 35. Both are in the Scottish Borders and Dumfries and Galloway area.
For school holidays and the weeks around Christmas, yes. Out of season, last-minute short breaks are often available, and you can check live dates through the park pages.
At the parks featured here, yes: each lodge has its own outdoor tub on the decking. Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat is a little different, with a private tub in its premier lodges only.
Definitely. Carlisle Castle, Tullie House and the cathedral sit within a few minutes’ walk of each other, and the city makes an easy half-day out from your lodge.
September is hard to beat for settled weather and thinner crowds, but a hot tub is just as good on a frosty January night. See the month guide above.
Ready to choose? Start with Green Meadows if you want the shortest drive, or head east along the Wall and look at Northumberland lodges. Whichever you pick, the hot tub will be waiting.
