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Carlton Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Tuscan hotel near Atascadero Lake Park

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Interior
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Property grounds
Hallway
Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area | 29-inch TV with cable channels

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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

Room options

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

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Classic Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 376 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 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

  • 832 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Vintage Deluxe, King

  • 495 sq ft
  • 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 comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Courtyard Area

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 387 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

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

  • Sunken Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • 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
  • 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

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪A-Town Diner - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Carlton Hotel

3.5-star 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. A fitness center, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Carlton Hotel. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Atascadero hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 93 sq m of conference space
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • 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, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request.

Languages

English

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Exterior

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Microwave on request
  • 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

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: USD 20 to 50 for adults and USD 20 to 50 for children
  • 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

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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 25.00 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.00 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 20.00 to 50.00 for adults, and USD 20.00 to 50.00 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.00 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.

Property is also known as

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Carlton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 668 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1007 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great spot to walk around and shop. Good restaurants and bars within an easy walking distance . The staff was very friendly when arriving. Love the style of the hotel as well!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

So clearly On Their Game!

The Carlton was a most welcome surprise - clearly an operation coming into its own as renovations approach completion and (within a year) the long-shuttered bar and restaurant are on a path to reopening. Back Porch Cafe was a highlight. I'll be staying here again, for sure! Here's hoping their next 100 years are as storied as their first.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very classy property in quiet small town. Close to SLO and Paso Robles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

grand

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel with spacious rooms, amazing antique furniture, and a giant bathroom with a jacuzzi tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was great, had requested early check-in but they didn't have the room ready, so they worked it out. We didn't have the wine bottle, and trouble with the TV. I would really stay there again once street construction is done and hopefully a restaurant comes back in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Historic building with fairly large room and bathroom. Friendly staff. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice quiet stay in a large well appointed room. Walkable area with great food and drink options.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here. Rooms can be a little dated but they're clean and spacious. Excellent coffee and pastries in the adjacent cafe. Lobby is currently being renovated. Location is perfect for us - short walk to the Beer Festival and plenty of great dining options within walking distance. Also a short drive to wine tasting, downtown Paso Robles, SLO or Morro Bay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place downtown!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Great Place

This is a great hotel in a great area. Pillows this time around were super soft, too soft. It was almost like having a pillow. Last time we stayed, a few months ago, pillows were great. But other than that super minor inconvenience, great place to stay. Looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deanna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was great. It was spacious and somewhat luxurious. There was major construction in the lobby and the adjoining restaurant. It was closed. This hotel has a lot of character and is unique.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We have stayed at the Carlton many times and we really enjoy it. This time it was a little different because they’re doing a renovation of the downstairs including their lobby area so things were not as clean and tidy as they usually are but we will be back because we love the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Kseniya

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was less that satisfactory. Stained Carpet, broken lamps, Cracked Sink
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Terri

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Check before you stsy

We have stayed at this hotel twice before and loved it both times. The last time was a few years ago and it has not been maintained very well. Apparently Marriott just bought them and when we arrived, the entire lobby was masked off. There was no restaurant and the first two rooms we saw had filthy carpet
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leilani

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old school hotel close to everything in Atascadero.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Solidad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025