The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2.0 star property

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Living area
Front of property

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$384
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr

Explore the area

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6005 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA, 93422
  • Place, Sunken Gardens
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atascadero City Hall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Atascadero Lake Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Luis Obispo, CA (SBP-San Luis Obispo County Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Patio, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Loft, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Garden View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Courtyard Balcony Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Classic King

  • Sleeps 3

Courtyard Patio King

  • Sleeps 3

Vintage King Deluxe

  • Sleeps 4

Courtyard Balcony King

  • Sleeps 3

Carlton Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Vintage Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Vintage King

  • Sleeps 2

Courtyard Patio Double Queen

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Room-2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Premier Room, 2 Queen Beds, Patio, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 4

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About the area

Atascadero

At The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Atascadero Lake Park and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Charles Paddock Zoo. Highlights at this Tuscan hotel include indoor private hot tubs and free WiFi. .The café, Back Porch Bakery & Cafe, is open for breakfast and lunch. 1001 square feet (93 square metres) of event facilities include meeting rooms and a conference centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Atascadero hotel include Wild Horse Winery and Firestone Walker Brewing.

What's nearby

  • Vino + Therapy Studio - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sunken Gardens - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Atascadero City Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Caring Touch Massage Therapy - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Atascadero Lake Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪La Parrilla Taqueria - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wild Fields Brewhouse - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cielo - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1001 square feet (93 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A fitness centre, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Self parking is free.

This Tuscan-style Atascadero hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • 1001 sq ft of conference space
  • 93 sq. m of conference space
  • Conference centre
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers 52 accommodations with indoor private hot tubs and a safe. This individually furnished accommodation includes desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. 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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe

Restaurants on site

  • Back Porch Bakery & Cafe

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre (1,001 square foot 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
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Cot (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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 13 January 2026 to 1 April 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Dining venue
  • Fitness facilities
  • Meeting facilities
Renovation work will only be conducted during working hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimise noise and disturbance.

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott) guidelines.

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

Carlton Atascadero
Carlton Hotel Atascadero
Carlton Hotel
Carlton Hotel Hotel
Carlton Hotel Atascadero
Carlton Hotel Hotel Atascadero

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel on 22 Apr 2026 start from NZ$384, including 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.

Is parking available at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

The closest beach to The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is Morro Strand State Beach (20.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, there is no spa at this property. Vino + Therapy Studio is a short 1-minute walk away.

What makes The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Winery tours, plus Hot tubs in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

No, The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

The Carlton Hotel, Atascadero, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 659 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1000 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Issac

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

gordon, swanbridge

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice place very retro cool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , new and clean lobby and rooms. Very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

The rooms were LOVELY and the renovations are in excellent taste. However, we were unprepared for how the ongoing renovations would affect our stay including having to move rooms twice (once because they couldn't control the heat and once because they sent us to an unserviced room) and having to walk through dirty hallways with plastic sheeting and the ceiling tiles along the floor. Construction noise began before 8am which was a bummer as my husband and I were on a very rare getaway from our kids and sleeping in would have been delightful. The customer service was polite but lacking- we were very kind and understanding about the inconveniences but were offered no compensation beyond a verbal apology. The restaurant does not currently exist which was a bummer, but the location is excellent and near multiple restaurants and tasting rooms (our favorites were Mr. Q for amazing latin food and Ruby Cellars tasting room). I think this will be a wonderful place to stay when the renovations are completed, but I would hold off in the meantime.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Cherie, Fullerton

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ongoing renovation is producing incredibly lovely rooms. We loved our stay and especially our interactions with Luisa, at the counter. Coffee shop/ bakery next door is outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were so nice and polite.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kennya

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ronald

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Lissa Moon

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I feel conflicted writing this because there’s great potential. Unfortunately, there were many problems. First off, they gave away our room. They then put us in a different, lesser, unfinished room without even offering a discount. It was Christmas Eve and we had nowhere to go. Lastly, there was a screaming crying infant both nights that prevented us from sleeping at all during our stay. We were actually super concerned for the baby because it lasted for 48 hours, and we were scared for the child. It was traumatic for our child to hear all night long. They then had to move us to an another room the third night cause, baby. The only room available was a king and so my husband had to sleep in a couch because he couldn’t fit in bed with our kids who were freaked out at that point. It was a nightmare. I am only giving a two for Angela, who was helpful and the location/design aesthetic which was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Late check in.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, the room was beautiful and felt like a high end suite with the charm of a historic hotel. The construction was barely noticeable and there was no work being done during our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is very nice and comfortable. The rooms and bathrooms are both beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great, charming hotel. Unfortunately no health center facilities despite what’s posted here, which is a big shame as that’s a big consideration when I travel.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Heidi

The Carlton has gone downhill since it was purchased a year or so ago. Although the bedding and pillows are comfortable and the staff is very friendly and helpful, I had to ask for the full size towels instead of the smaller “hair towels” (as they call them) for both my stays in August and this December. The new heating system doesn’t work properly so the room was still 74 degrees even after setting the heat at 65 for 24 hours. They were accommodating and let me change rooms after the first night. The tv remotes in both rooms needed new batteries. The closet light wouldn’t go off because there was too much space between the side of the door and the push bottom that should turn it off when the door is closed. The lighting in the remodeled rooms is very dim and hard to see at night. Especially as you enter the room and also in the bedroom area. The larger vintage king rooms where I normally stay no longer have a desk. The hairdryer in the room they switched me to was a cheap Conair (like from a drugstore) with a cord too short to stand in front of the mirror while drying my hair. There was no lamp on one of the nightstands in the second room. I shouldn’t mention the aesthetics/interior design, because it’s the only subjective comment I have and because someone might like it, but suffice to say it’s a little scary for my taste - pea green walls and ceiling, , lovely traditional bed with wallpaper behind it, but mixed with 1960’s era Jetson’s light fixtures.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safire

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s very authentic hotel but it’s going through renovations. We had to change our room because it’s was too noisy ice machine in the from of our door , We’ve got upgraded room but AC didn’t work to here . Extra blanket helped .
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the prettiest place to stay while remodeling going on. Ice Machines are missing on the floors or non operating next floor down.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire staff was very helpful with everything. Absolutely a wonderful place to stay and relax. Beautiful.....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise, SPARKS

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Nice hotel. It would have helped if the front desk informed us construction was going on at 7 am.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great. Lobby was all dolled up for the holidays. Room was huge. Currently under construction in some areas but easily a high rating once they have their restaurant open
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025