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Carlton Hotel

2.0 star property
Tuscan-style hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Interior
Breakfast meal
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 29-inch TV with cable channels
Property grounds
Hallway
The Carlton Hotel offers a peaceful base near Atascadero Lake Park and Charles Paddock Zoo. Guests can enjoy coffee at the on-site cafe, browse the library collection, or explore nearby wineries while staying connected with complimentary in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 29-inch TV with cable channels

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard Area

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Atascadero, Carlton Hotel is in the historical district. Wild Horse Winery and Firestone Walker Brewing are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Atascadero Lake Park and Morro Strand State Beach. Don't miss out on a visit to Charles Paddock Zoo. Practise your golf swing with lessons and a golf course nearby, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails.
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6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422

What's nearby

  • Atascadero City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Atascadero Lake Park - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Charles Paddock Zoo - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Atascadero State Hospital - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Firestone Walker Brewing - 10 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Paso Robles Station - 12 min drive
  • San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wild Fields Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sonic - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bramble Pie Company - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Carlton Hotel

Hotel near Atascadero Lake Park
Located close to Charles Paddock Zoo and Wild Horse Winery, Carlton Hotel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. Sip and savour at this hotel, which boasts winery tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a nature reserve and laundry services
  • Luggage storage, a lift and meeting rooms
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 52 individually furnished rooms have comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and premium bedding, as well as amenities such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and hairdryers
  • 29-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Cots/infant beds, coffee/tea makers and housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Back Porch Bakery & Cafe
  • Nectar and Noble

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (1,001 square foot of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Carlton Atascadero
Carlton Hotel Atascadero
Carlton Hotel
Carlton Hotel Hotel
Carlton Hotel Atascadero
Carlton Hotel Hotel Atascadero

Frequently asked questions

Is Carlton Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Carlton Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Carlton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 2 AM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Carlton Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Carlton Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Atascadero Lake Park and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Charles Paddock Zoo. Wild Horse Winery and Firestone Walker Brewing are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Carlton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 66 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1002 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet safe shopping dining options walkable convenient easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, comfortable bed, great location, very friendly and welcoming staff. Felt right at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great beds, quiet, AMAZING STAFF!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, checking in and out.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great shoet stay for the night. Staff was super helpful and I love the early check jn option! Already booked my next stay :)
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alfonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying at a place with so rich history. Very kind staff with great customer service, easy to park right across the street, convenient as you are within walking distance to all the fun, restaurants and the sunken garden.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the big room, the balcony, the coffee,and especially the wine. We had a wonderful stay! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

It has been years since we stayed there but we love how quiet the rooms are and the bed so very comfortable. Thank you and can’t wait until Renovations are done. We will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 2nd stay in the last few weeks, the Carlton is a beautiful property and the rooms are beautifully decorated. After recently renovating our bathrooms I would imagine the bathrooms must have cost $50,000+ to have such a high level of finish, very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel that brought you back 50 years to a slower more gentle time.
View from the room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good $$$ value for the lower rates while this hotel is under a remodel. The photos on Expedia are prior to remodel and rooms are not fully furnished as illustrated. Suggestion: rooms need carpets, sofas, and USB ports .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was newly renovated. Very nice and clean. Very quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room extremely clean and the staff were all super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Live the historic building!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron and Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was walking distance to restaurants after 238 mile drive very convenient and my Dr’s office was only 1.5 miles from the Carlton! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is undergoing a major upgrade. Our room was partially done. It will get much nicer. People were very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
i like the old building.very distinctive and charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel in process of being renovated. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andriana

Friendliest staff ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school charm. Size of room and bathroom. Parking was the only challenge. Small parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025