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Carlton Hotel

2.0 star property

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr

Explore the area

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6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422
  • Place, Sunken Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atascadero City Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atascadero Lake Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • City view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • City view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Courtyard Balcony Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Classic King

  • Sleeps 3

Courtyard Patio King

  • Sleeps 3

Vintage King Deluxe

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard Balcony King

  • Sleeps 3

Carlton Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Vintage Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Vintage King

  • Sleeps 2

Courtyard Patio Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4

About the area

Atascadero

At Carlton Hotel you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Atascadero Lake Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Charles Paddock Zoo. Highlights at this Tuscan hotel include indoor private hot tubs and free WiFi. .The café, Back Porch Bakery & Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. 1001 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Atascadero hotel include Wild Horse Winery and Firestone Walker Brewing.

What's nearby

  • Vino + Therapy Studio - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunken Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Atascadero City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Atascadero Historical Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Atascadero Lake Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 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 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Parrilla Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cielo - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wild Fields Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Carlton Hotel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Carlton Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Tuscan-style Atascadero hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1001 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference centre
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Carlton Hotel offers 52 accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and a safe. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Back Porch Bakery & Cafe

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 13 January 2026 to 1 April 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your 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

What is the cancellation policy at Carlton Hotel?

Carlton Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Carlton Hotel?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlton Hotel on 15 Apr 2026 start from AU$193, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Carlton Hotel?

Yep, Carlton Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Carlton Hotel?

The closest beach to Carlton Hotel is Morro Strand State Beach (20.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Carlton Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Vino + Therapy Studio is a short 1-minute walk away.

What makes Carlton Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus Hot tubs in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Carlton Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Carlton Hotel?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Carlton Hotel?

No, Carlton Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Carlton Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Carlton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very nice and comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are both beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, charming hotel. Unfortunately no health center facilities despite what’s posted here, which is a big shame as that’s a big consideration when I travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

The Carlton has gone downhill since it was purchased a year or so ago. Although the bedding and pillows are comfortable and the staff is very friendly and helpful, I had to ask for the full size towels instead of the smaller “hair towels” (as they call them) for both my stays in August and this December. The new heating system doesn’t work properly so the room was still 74 degrees even after setting the heat at 65 for 24 hours. They were accommodating and let me change rooms after the first night. The tv remotes in both rooms needed new batteries. The closet light wouldn’t go off because there was too much space between the side of the door and the push bottom that should turn it off when the door is closed. The lighting in the remodeled rooms is very dim and hard to see at night. Especially as you enter the room and also in the bedroom area. The larger vintage king rooms where I normally stay no longer have a desk. The hairdryer in the room they switched me to was a cheap Conair (like from a drugstore) with a cord too short to stand in front of the mirror while drying my hair. There was no lamp on one of the nightstands in the second room. I shouldn’t mention the aesthetics/interior design, because it’s the only subjective comment I have and because someone might like it, but suffice to say it’s a little scary for my taste - pea green walls and ceiling, , lovely traditional bed with wallpaper behind it, but mixed with 1960’s era Jetson’s light fixtures.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safire

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s very authentic hotel but it’s going through renovations. We had to change our room because it’s was too noisy ice machine in the from of our door , We’ve got upgraded room but AC didn’t work to here . Extra blanket helped .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the prettiest place to stay while remodeling going on. Ice Machines are missing on the floors or non operating next floor down.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was very helpful with everything. Absolutely a wonderful place to stay and relax. Beautiful.....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise, SPARKS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel. It would have helped if the front desk informed us construction was going on at 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Lobby was all dolled up for the holidays. Room was huge. Currently under construction in some areas but easily a high rating once they have their restaurant open
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
No bar no restaurants...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are doing some renovations but the place is Lovely !!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Somkiet and Npak

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fraire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at one of my favorite hotels. Been staying here whenever I drive thru dating back 10+ years. The staff is always friendly and helpful. My room is always clean and bed is super comfortable. Recommended to all my friends as place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

GINA

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brice, Visalia

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We finally stayed at the Carlton, and really glad we did. There’s significant construction going on, but it’s always exciting when a hotel makes the decision to improve. It’s also been quite sometimes since I’ve been downtown in Atascadero, and it was exciting to see all of the local restaurants and shops during the holiday season. The first thing I noticed about the Carlton was how friendly all the staff were. Regardless of who was at the front desk, they were always greeting us with a smile and welcoming us in. Even though the rooms in this historic building have certainly been here for a while, they are delightful. The space is open, well appointed, and clean. The bathroom was huge and included a separate tower and soaking tub, with a private room for the toilet. The bed was comfortable, and used natural fiber, sheets, an absolute blessing when you’re traveling. If there’s one thing I can’t stand. It’s microfiber sheets that set off a lightning storm every time you get in. The Carlton remains a classy hotel, while still being approachable. I remarked to my wife that the pillow was likely the best I’ve slept on in any hotel, and that’s really saying something. There was significant renovation going on, and they don’t have a restaurant at this time, but it’s all on its way. The Carlton was a great value and my wife remarked how much she enjoyed staying here. Our dog enjoyed it equally and was happy to have a treat offered at the front desk. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krystel

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the spacious rooms and the look of the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

don

Liked: Cleanliness
Place is still under construction but it didn’t bother us. Clean and beautiful. Excellent staff and great coffeehouse connected. Beautiful vintage hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The front desk staff is almost none existent. Also there is supposed to be a restaurant inside but there was not. Asked for a 12pm checkout instead of 11am on a Sunday and they refused and said it be an additional $50.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and furnished well. I love the decor and aesthetics of the hotel, bed was extremely comfortable, place was quiet and right in the middle of downtown. There’s a cool outdoor brewery across the street, some small local cafes and food options. Place is currently renovating but didn’t affect us, was pretty quiet (we were there on a weekend)
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas, Simpsonville

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
This is an older hotel, but it still looks beautiful on the inside. It is currently being remodeled, so there’s construction going on. Pro is that the rooms are really large with large bathrooms. The staff were also very kind and helpful. Cons are that we didn’t have any heat in our room. The staff blamed the construction and they gave us portable heaters. Then our safe also didn’t work. Despite these few issues, I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Front desk staff friendly, location great & walkable to many restaurants and shops, room was large and beds comfortable. Only opportunity for improvement was housekeeping services
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and spacious room and bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025