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Located 5 minutes' drive from Charles Paddock Zoo, this historic Atascadero hotel features an Italian-tiled courtyard with a fountain and an on-site gym. All guest rooms include cable TV. The rooms at Carlton Hotel feature a marble spa bath. Toiletries and bathrobes are included. Featuring luxury linens, the comfortably furnished rooms provide tea and coffee making facilities and a fridge. The property has an on-site artisanal bakery and an on-site steak and seafood restaurant. The surrounding area includes restaurants, shopping and art galleries. Chalk Mountain Golf Course is 6 minutes' drive from the hotel. San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles and Morro Bay are within 20 minutes' drive away. Pismo Beach is 30 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

FREE parking!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Atascadero
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  • Wvjv
    United States of America United States of America
    We stayed at The Carlton for just one night after a long 12-hour drive from Oregon. The hotel is a delightful blend of old-world elegance with modern comforts. The tasteful decor was a welcome change from the generic chain hotels we had endured...
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Very nice hotel. For us, it's very conveniently located.
  • Michael
    United States of America United States of America
    Love the architectural details throughout this historic hotel. You don't see this level of craftsmanship in today's building construction. Furnishings are top quality. Rooms are spacious, quiet and well appointed. For a hotel of this vintage, it...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Back Porch Bakery and Cafe
    • Cuisine
      American • French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly

Amenities of Carlton Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free WiFi
  • Fitness center
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live music/Performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Evening entertainment
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Carlton Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
$25 per child, per night
2 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
16+ years
Extra bed upon request
$7.50 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash is not accepted Carlton Hotel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Carlton Hotel

  • Carlton Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Evening entertainment
    • Hand massage
    • Live music/Performance
    • Couples' massage
    • Movie nights
    • Fitness
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Neck massage
    • Happy hour
    • Full-body massage
    • Head massage
    • Back massage
    • Foot massage

  • Room options at Carlton Hotel include:

    • Studio
    • Family
    • Double

  • The prices at Carlton Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Carlton Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Back Porch Bakery and Cafe

  • Check-in at Carlton Hotel is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Carlton Hotel is 150 feet from the center of Atascadero. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.