See all properties

Carlton Hotel

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

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Carlton Hotel

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

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop 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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 35 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 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 comforters, pillowtop beds

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
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Vintage Deluxe, King

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

Vintage Deluxe, King

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 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 comforters, pillowtop 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
Refrigerator
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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
  • ‪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 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, meeting rooms, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, concierge services, and smoke-free premises
  • 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 free toiletries
  • 29-inch TVs with cable channels
  • On-request microwaves, cribs/infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Similar properties

Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,005 reviews
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

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)
  • Microwave on request
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • 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

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

Entertainment

  • 29-inch TV with cable channels

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 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 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).

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Carlton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 679 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1022 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 26 out of 1022 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Ashlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jacuzzi tub in every room. Did not like the limited parking with no elevator, made it extremely difficult to bring my belongings to my room with a dog to have on leash as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Todd Hinson

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff so very nice, but condition of property is horrible. Even with promise of renovation and evidence of construction, guests should stay away until management is done the work to make this a reasonable lodging option.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025