Atascadero, CA

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Atascadero
Atascadero
A view of the Atascadero City Hall from the "Famous Sunken Gardens".
The Atascadero Colony Administrative Building built of local brick and reinforced concrete.
Dedicated November 8, 2008, the Atascadero Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial honors our military members and signifies that we will be forever proud of our Veterans. The Heroes Wall and adjacent Scroll of Honor is a 70 foot, curved wall with descriptions of the US conflicts since WW1 and engraved names of the 231 fallen soldiers of San Luis Obispo County.

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Carlton Hotel

Carlton Hotel

2 out of 5
6005 El Camino Real Atascadero CA
$129 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
$147 total
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Atascadero. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Really cute hotel.

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Carlton Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG

3 out of 5
9010 West Front Road Atascadero CA
$118 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$135 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Atascadero. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room, good food, nice staffs and quiet place.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Atascadero by IHG
Edgewater Inn And Suites

Edgewater Inn And Suites

2 out of 5
280 Wadsworth Ave Pismo Beach CA
$109 nightly
The price is $125 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$125 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Pismo Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,757 reviews)
No not from the room

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Edgewater Inn And Suites
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Gorgeous Estate*Barn*Epic Yard

Gorgeous Estate*Barn*Epic Yard

Atascadero CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Atascadero. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and a garden. Popular attractions Pozo Valley Winery and Ancient ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
This house was the perfect location for our family birthday celebration. It is out of town so goes the feel of being out in tue quiet countryside. The house was comfortable and well equipped. The children had a great time playing cornhole in the barn.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026

Gorgeous Estate*Barn*Epic Yard
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground

3 out of 5
7075 Ontario Rd San Luis Obispo CA
Stay at this cabin in San Luis Obispo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Avila Hot Springs and Avila Valley Barn are ...
Avila Pismo RV Resort and Campground
Flying Flags Avila Beach

Flying Flags Avila Beach

3 out of 5
6450 Babe Ln Avila Beach CA
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Avila Beach. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a gift shop. Popular attractions Fisherman's Beach and Old Port ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (116 reviews)
Excellent and great staffs

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Flying Flags Avila Beach
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Popular places to visit

Fall at Atascadero lake

Atascadero Lake Park

4/5(10 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Atascadero Lake Park during your travels in Atascadero. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its wineries.

Atascadero Lake Park
Charles Paddock Zoo Animals

Charles Paddock Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Charles Paddock Zoo home during your vacation in Atascadero? Discover the top-notch restaurants and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Charles Paddock Zoo
Dedicated November 8, 2008, the Atascadero Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial honors our military members and signifies that we will be forever proud of our Veterans. The Heroes Wall and adjacent Scroll of Honor is a 70 foot, curved wall with descriptions of the US conflicts since WW1 and engraved names of the 231 fallen soldiers of San Luis Obispo County.

Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial

Find out about the history of Atascadero when you take a trip to Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial. Discover the wineries and lively festivals in this walkable area.

Faces of Freedom Veterans Memorial
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Caring Touch Massage Therapy

You can take time to visit Caring Touch Massage Therapy during your travels to Atascadero. Discover the area's wineries and its lively festivals.

Caring Touch Massage Therapy

Atascadero State Hospital

Though Atascadero State Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Atascadero while you are here.

Atascadero State Hospital

Sunken Gardens

3/5(5 reviews)

After visiting Sunken Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Atascadero. Discover the area's charming coffeehouses and its lively festivals.

Sunken Gardens

Things to do

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour

$45
per adult
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

$20
per traveler
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
3-Winery Tour Includes Lunch from Paso Robles and Atascadero

Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch

$89
per adult
Paso Robles: 3-Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch
3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast

3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast

$130
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast
Sonata Flight

Paso Robles Sonata(Red Blend) Flight Wine Tasting

$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Paso Robles Sonata(Red Blend) Flight Wine Tasting
Explore Paso Robles Sidecar Tour

Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour Paso Robles

$65
per adult
Scenic Sidecar Vineyard Tour Paso Robles
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Reviews of Atascadero

4.1
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
56
5 - Excellent 32%
4 - Good
84
4 - Good 48%
3 - Okay
33
3 - Okay 19%
2 - Disappointing
2
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The people are friendly and the town is clean. Went for a hike in Stadium Park - can be a challenge. Dinner at La Donna was very good - only open four nights a week.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Not much of anything to do there without having to drive some distance.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Area was quiet and people were friendly. Eceryone seems to know eachother. Very quaint.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visiting family in Templeton. Always stop at Springfield Suites.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Atascadero is a great town with a lot to offer. The movie theater however would benefit from some updating to their chairs and the aisle space.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Beautiful area.

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