Carlton Hotel

2.0 star property
Tuscan hotel near Atascadero Lake Park

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Hallway
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422
  • Place, Atascadero City Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atascadero Lake Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Charles Paddock Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 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

Vintage Deluxe, King

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • 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

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Atascadero

In shopping district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Atascadero hotel, you'll find Atascadero Lake Park and Charles Paddock Zoo. Wild Horse Winery is within 6 miles (10 km) and Firestone Walker Brewing is within 9 miles (15 km).

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 County Regional Airport (SBP) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bramble Pie Company - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Parrilla Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Carlton Hotel

Tuscan hotel near Atascadero Lake Park
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square meters) and includes a conference center. A fitness center, 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
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1001 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
Carlton Hotel offers 52 accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and safes. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with jetted bathtubs and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. 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

Family friendly

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

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

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Private wine tours

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 29-inch TV with cable channels

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

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: 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay.

Property 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
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
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, 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

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.

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Carlton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 666 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 206 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 67 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maureen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is undergoing some renovations so there were some obvious signs of that. Our room was large but felt oddly empty and the mattresses were exposed and not in great condition. In my opinion they needed an area rug in the room to warm it up - hardwood floors although pretty were just a bit cold feeling. No art or anything on the walls. It felt incomplete. But the hotel is located in a great downtown area w lovely shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

JOEL, WAPPINGERS FALLS

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

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

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful building (currently being renovated) and the area is being revitalized with shops and dining options galore! I will definitely return. The staff was so welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Maike

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Charming Hotel with Beautiful Rooms – But the Gym Needs Attention This hotel has a lot of charm and character. Many areas feel fresh and newly renovated, and the overall design is stylish and tasteful. The rooms are a real highlight – beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, and equipped with exceptionally well-maintained, modern bathrooms that truly stand out. Some floors seem a bit more dated than others, but this doesn’t take away from the overall atmosphere – it actually adds a touch of charm. The staff is exceptionally friendly and helpful, making the stay even more enjoyable. The main downside is the fitness area: unfortunately, it’s not really usable. Several machines are broken, the equipment is outdated, and the space feels neglected and unclean. This is definitely an area that needs urgent improvement. Overall, a lovely hotel with great comfort and aesthetics – with a functional and clean gym, it could be close to perfect
Stayed 2 nights 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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is a very old hotel. The entrance to hotel looks very dark and old. From their entrance window you can see old chairs and mattresses piled up on top of each other. The hotel needs a lot of improvement. The carpets on the corridor are old and look dirty. The elevator is old and makes sound. Each time I took it I was scared to be stucked in it. The room was very dark. Smelled old. The room was painted including ceiling dark green color. The furniture is old. One of the beds had missing supporting legs. The bathroom was renovated with top notched amenities. I smelled the bed sheet after seeing spots on the bed sheet. According to me it wasn’t clean but I wasnt 100% to complain. The smell might be due to comforter. I am not sure if they wash after each stay. I and my husband told each other in the morning that we were itchy. I will not stay in this hotel again. The hotel has a big prospective if they do the right renovation. I was about to forget to write that the phone to front desk is always ringing busy. I went directly to the front desk. He told me that he will call the IT in the morning.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andriana

Friendliest staff ever!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel at the time of our stay was going under renovations. It had been awhile since we last stayed here. Central location to the coast, Hearst castle, and wine country. We enjoyed the complimentary bottle of wine that came with the room during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay

Nice comfortable room. Really good showers. Good water pressure. Quiet. Friendly helpful staff. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

greg, Morro bay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historic property, granted they are in the midst of a renovation, it's going to be even more special when all the work is done. We have already booked another stay next month!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall pleasant stay

Overall experience was pleasant. It was currently in renovations so some areas were still being worked on. Room was clean with no issues. The only drawback was ice machine was missing from the floor which I assume was due to the construction. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scarleth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The Carlton hotel seems to be working on renovations and even tho it was pretty clean and quiet.
Beautiful lobby
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew Lloyd Z.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

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

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the decor and look forward to the updates after renovations
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old time charm. Room was big,and the bathroom even had a jaccusi tub Understand they were in the
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

wanda

The rooms were
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gina, Placentia

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Once the entire property is renovated it will be amazing. The carpet in our room was definitely in need of some tlc. The hotel is quaint and the bakery downstairs is amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay was terrible
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025