Welcome to The Carlton, an iconic hotel in the charming city of Atascadero. Located midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, our historic boutique hotel is ideally situated for exploring the famed wine regions of Edna Valley and Paso Robles and the rich coastal communities of Pismo Beach and beyond.
From the monarch butterfly migration to the Elephant Seal Rookery to the protected Carrizo Plains, there's plenty to explore outdoors. With over 300 wineries and breweries to choose from, our Central California hotel puts you in the heart of wine country's top tasting rooms and tours. A landmark clock tower, a rooftop neon sign, and our elegant interiors (designed by local craftsman) have been setting us apart since 1928.
From the monarch butterfly migration to the Elephant Seal Rookery to the protected Carrizo Plains, there's plenty to explore outdoors. With over 300 wineries and breweries to choose from, our Central California hotel puts you in the heart of wine country's top tasting rooms and tours. A landmark clock tower, a rooftop neon sign, and our elegant interiors (designed by local craftsman) have been setting us apart since 1928.
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Our 52 guest rooms and spacious suites are elegantly appointed with handcrafted ironwork, local artwork, and luxurious French decor. Each room serves as home base and haven as you set off to explore the region-from wine tasting in Paso Robles to surfing at Pismo Beach to sightseeing at Hearst Castle and more.
For only $35.00 per dog, per day (with a 2-dog limit per room) you never have to leave home without your best friend. Our Dog-Friendly Atascadero hotel puts you within walking distance of local dog parks, walking paths, and nearby nature hikes your pups absolutely adore. We offer a limited number of designated dog-friendly rooms so please call reservations at (805) 461-5100 so that one can be assigned to you.
Experience the very best of California's Central Coast with attractive vacation offers from The Carlton Hotel. From quiet couples getaways to wine-tasting-themed weekends, each hotel special is designed to bring you more of Atascadero for less. Receive a free event space when you book 20 or more rooms.
The Carlton Hotel features two delectable dining options that are popular among Atascadero locals and visitors alike. The Back Porch Bakery & Cafe serves up artisanal pastries, soups, salads and sandwiches for breakfast and lunch, while The Nautical Cowboy is open daily with everything from fine wine and porterhouse steaks to burgers and beer.
Serving breakfast and lunch, the Back Porch Bakery & Cafe is well-known and locally loved for its scrumptious artisanal bread and baked goods. Pick up a loaf of fresh Levain bread, order an egg-cellent breakfast dish, or stop in to enjoy a salad and sandwich before heading out for the day. Stop by the bakery on the weekends for french desserts!
Reviews (9)
Marcelee Cognito
Dec 27, 2021
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Tina Muller
Nov 25, 2021
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Daniel Harrington
Nov 02, 2021
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Lori Marshall
Oct 31, 2021
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Frank Kroger
Oct 18, 2021
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Terry Majamaki
Aug 22, 2021
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Andrew
Jul 27, 2021
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Beautifully restored historic hotel in the heart of old-town Atascadero. Our room was spacious and well-appointed. The high quality linens and comfortable mattress made our night sleep very enjoyable. The large tiled bathroom with whirlpool tub provided an added sense of luxury to our stay. We will definitely stay here again.
Mark Johnson
Jul 24, 2021
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I would give The Carlton six stars if l could. Beautiful Hotel and a one of a kind facility. It is a visit back to a time of grandeur in California. Excellent restaurant that made incredible pork ribs and a nice local beer and wine list. We got stranded with a car problem and the staff was very helpful. It made a positive out of a difficult situation. Tara at the front desk gets a special call out for everything she did. She was both charming and helpful. If you are coming to the area for wine tastings or any other type of tourism in the area it would be impossible to top the Carlton.
A bargain
A bargain
Elizabeth Draper
Jul 06, 2021
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I have driven by The Carlton Hotel many times over the years, while stopping in town for gas. The building itself is a thing of beauty and the inside does not disappoint. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms will make you wish you had that luxury at home. The staff are helpful and friendly and there are plenty of places to eat and shop within walking distance. I travel up and down Hwy101 often, now The Carlton will be a go-to on those trips. I look forward to my future stays at The Carlton, my only regret is not trying the BBQ downstairs at the attached restaurant...next time.🙂
