Carlton Hotel

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

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Interior
Hallway
Property grounds
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 29-inch TV with cable channels
Breakfast meal
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
  • Parking included
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 495 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Vintage Deluxe, King

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • 832 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

Highlights

Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422

What's nearby

  • Atascadero City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Atascadero Lake Park - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Charles Paddock Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Atascadero State Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Firestone Walker Brewing - 10 min drive - 9.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bramble Pie Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Parrilla Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wild Fields Brewhouse - ‬8 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 savor 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 the lobby and a bar.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a banquet hall, and smoke-free premises
  • Laundry services, an elevator, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 52 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with jetted tubs and hair dryers
  • 29-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Cribs/infant beds, coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping

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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 transportation

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

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Conference center (1,001 square feet 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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Crib (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 available

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 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 at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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 does it cost to stay at Carlton Hotel?

As of Oct 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carlton Hotel on Oct 8, 2025 start from $89.49, excluding 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.

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?

Check-out 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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Reviews

Carlton Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 676 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 205 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, great staff. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

8/10 Good

Leta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent while checking-in.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Century old hotel which has recently been remodeled. Great location. Really enjoyed staying there and area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun vibe and great location! Nice bathtub with jacuzzi
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

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

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility in a quaint downtown setting, with an elegant bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walk to good eats and drinks. Classic hotel feel. I was traveling between wine stops and this is a great stop.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

Ron and Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We have stayed with The Carlton Hotel several times and have had lovely stays each time. The staff is wonderful and very helpful, could not ask for better friendliness felt like home! Thank you so much will see you again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice cozy place with a patio. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed the hot tub in my room. Front desk was always friendly and always greeting leaving and coming.
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

Christopher

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

2/10 Terrible

Beatriz

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was dirty, staff where great, and what made it worse was the parking was across the street from the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They did a lovely job at keeping the renovations as minimally distractive as possible... Did a great job at making what could have been an awful situation tolerable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was better than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Luo

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