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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas, hotel in Salinas

Conveniently located off Highway 101 with easy access to Highway 68, this Salinas, California hotel offers guest rooms with free WiFi. The National Steinbeck Center is 15 minutes’ walk away.

6.5
Scored 6.5
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
237 reviews
Price from$97.75per night
Laurel Inn & Conference Center, hotel in Salinas

Located 1.9 mi from the home of Nobel Prize winning author John Steinbeck, the Laurel Inn & Conference Center features on-site dining and an outdoor pool and hot tub. All guest rooms include free...

6.3
Scored 6.3
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
851 reviews
Price from$98.99per night
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Salinas

Located off Route 101 in Salinas, California, this hotel is a 5-minute drive from the National Steinbeck Center and Bankers Casino. It features an indoor pool and rooms with free Wi-Fi.

8.4
Scored 8.4
Very Good
Rated very good
423 reviews
Price from$157per night
Motel 6-Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area, hotel in Salinas

Located in Salinas, this motel is a 5-minute drive from the Steinbeck Museum and is 2 miles from the San Saba Vineyards.

6.5
Scored 6.5
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
460 reviews
Price from$81.99per night
Best Western Salinas Monterey, hotel in Salinas

This Best Western is located on the Monterey Peninsula in Salinas, California. It features an outdoor pool with hot tub and guest rooms with free Wi-Fi.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
430 reviews
Price from$143.54per night
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas, hotel in Salinas

In Salinas just a 25-minute drive from Monterey, the Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas features an indoor pool and a fitness center.

8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
354 reviews
Price from$148.13per night
Courtyard By Marriott Salinas Monterey, hotel in Salinas

This Salinas, California hotel features an indoor heated pool and hot tub. The hotel is 22 miles from Del Monte Beach and rooms include free Wi-Fi and cable TV with HBO.

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
131 reviews
Price from$160.55per night
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites, hotel in Salinas

In Salinas, California, this hotel is just 1 mile from John Steinbeck Center. A year-round outdoor pool, hot tub and sauna are on site. All comfortably furnished rooms include free Wi-Fi.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
181 reviews
Price from$154per night
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas, hotel in Salinas

The Comfort Inn & Suites hotel is centered in the spectacular Salinas Valley. This location is the gateway to Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz and Gilroy. Nearby attractions include the Monterey Bay Aquarium....

7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
179 reviews
Price from$134.99per night
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey, hotel in Salinas

This Salinas hotel is 3 miles from The Steinbeck House, a historical house museum. The hotel provides a tennis and volleyball court. The suites offer a fully equipped kitchen.

8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
63 reviews
Price from$179.10per night
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What Guests Said About Salinas:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    The Steinbeck Center is a must.

    The Steinbeck Center is a must. I had breakfast at a local coffee shop on Main street, a few blocks away from the Steinbeck center. I can't remember the name, but the food was good and affordable. The staff was great. Seems like a draw for the locals.
    Margaret
    United States of America
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    A little farther from Monterey than I would have liked.

    A little farther from Monterey than I would have liked. Took 45 minutes with traffic. Went to Fujiyama Japanese Restaurant in salinas. The chefs make it interactive, So much fun to watch them prepare the meal, the food was fantastic and my 8 year old loved it.
    A
    Anonymous
  • 2.0
    Scored 2.0

    There is a one day reason to stay in Salinas, John Steinbeck...

    There is a one day reason to stay in Salinas, John Steinbeck Museum. Unfortunately booking.com is trying to charge us for TWO Nights. I am on the verge of never using OR recommending them again. Please booking.com refund us for the night we did not stay at Salinas Best Western. We only stayed the ONE night .
    Lisa
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    I came to Salinas in September of 2020 as a traveler for...

    I came to Salinas in September of 2020 as a traveler for nuclear medicine. I was to be in Salinas for 2 months at Natividad hospital. At first I was disappointed that Monterey Car Week and other car events had been cancelled. I heard of the Salinas Cars and Coffee on Main Street near Starbucks. I met some really great guys there as well as going on a cruise held by the guys at Deadend Magazine. I have a newer muscle car but everyone was friendly and great! I was asked to extend my contract for another month and I agreed. It was sad to leave in November and return to my home in Las Vegas. I am currently back in Salinas working at Natividad. They requested me specifically while a staff member was off on medical leave. I was excited to have the opportunity to return and see everyone again. I love the city and the car culture here. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. As an example, I had issues with my brakes and one of the guys offered his tools, garage, and time to change them out for me. The weather is great and there is plenty to do and see here. Especially if you are into automobiles. There have been some vehicles here I have not seen since I was a kid. I have enjoyed my second stay just as much or more! It’s almost like a second home and I have made some great friends!!
    Karlie
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    For us, being a block over from family is most convenient.

    For us, being a block over from family is most convenient. Good breakfast at the hotel. Everything in the hotel is clean and kept up. If you have a concern, the front desk is always accommodating. Our favorite spot is a brewery on Main St. near the Steinbeck Center. Salinas is centrally located to reach Monterey and Carmel within 30-45 minutes.
    Manuel
    United States of America
  • 10
    Scored 10

    The Steinbeck Center is informative, well laid out.

    The Steinbeck Center is informative, well laid out. I enjoyed the typewriting experience. Please visit The Steinbeck home and support the volunteers who maintain and run the beautiful home all year round. Patria is a wonderful restaurant in Old Town, serving Italian, German and Italian inspired food in a beautiful building. Great bookstores.
    Sara
    United States of America

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Salinas

  • From $108.78 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,122 reviews
    Lots of homeless and questionable people in the parking area and out front. Cops were called one morning by staff to get homeless folks out of the breakfast area, the staff lady even locked the front door. Furniture in the dining area is old and in poor shape. TV is very small and the connection was bad, it kept freezing up. The carafe for the coffee maker in the room was missing, never was it replaced. Upgrades are really needed. I don’t recommend this hotel.
    Judy
    United States of America
  • From $119.57 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 178 reviews
    This hotel is vastly overpriced for the quality of the establishment. I have stayed in far nicer places with many more amenities for much less. The staff was friendly, and the room was clean, but the AC barely functioned and the room was barely more than a simple box with beds.
    Gary
    United States of America
  • From $207.70 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 354 reviews
    I stay at this Hampton every time I'm passing through the area. It's always clean, the breakfast in the morning is good, the bed is comfortable and the staff are friendly and professional. I especially appreciate that there's a locked parking garage at the hotel.
    Christa
    United States of America
  • From $110.89 per night
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 851 reviews
    Staff is definitely amazing. I enjoy the location of the Hotel. I love the fact there is a small refrigerator. Housekeepers do an amazing job keeping it clean and neat, my Mom is one in Oregon, so I definitely want to say thank you for there services.
    Robert
    United States of America
  • From $264.90 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 423 reviews
    Breakfast was great, most hotels have cut back on the complimentary breakfast. Newly remodeled room was great. Spotless, roomy comfortable bed.
    Gail
    United States of America
  • 5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 363 reviews
    It's cheaper than staying in Monterey during car week. Room was relatively clean, but certainly not spotless. It's reasonable for what it is.
    Andrew
    United States of America
  • From $110.89 per night
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 851 reviews
    The location of the hotel is inland from Monterey but an easy drive. The staff at the front desk tried to be helpful.
    Peter
    United States of America
  • From $168.86 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 181 reviews
    The staff are very welcoming. Beds are comfortable with fluffy pillows the hotel it's self is very clean.
    Oscar Infante
    United States of America
  • From $170.10 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 430 reviews
    Excellent customer service, from check in, to needing a new TV remote. Extremely clean hotel, property.
    William
    United States of America
  • From $91.84 per night
    6.5
    Scored 6.5
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 460 reviews
    I came here and they did not let me get a room they said I can't stay here. I want my money refunded.
    JASON
    United States of America
  • From $154.06 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 218 reviews
    The hotel has great architectural charm and is nicely furnished. My bed was very comfortable.
    Rick
    United States of America
  • From $154.06 per night
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 218 reviews
    Beautiful and very spacious room! It Was very clean and the bed was super comfortable.
    Lena
    Germany
  • From $309.46 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 131 reviews
    The hotel was great, staff was friendly and rooms were clean and spacious.
    Tanya
    United States of America
  • From $170.10 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 430 reviews
    The hotel is modern. The hotel is clean. The rooms are spacious.
    James
    France
  • 5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 363 reviews
    Convenient location when traveling on the highway. Clean room.
    Gabriele
    Italy
  • From $264.90 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 423 reviews
    Hotel under construction, remodel. Breakfast was fair.
    Jack
    United States of America
  • 4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 84 reviews
    They cancelled my room last minute without explanation
    Stampa
    Spain
  • From $108.78 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 1,122 reviews
    AVOID this hotel - dirty, smelly, noisy, unfriendly
    Vincent
    France
  • From $207.70 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 354 reviews
    Big spacious rooms, comfortable beds.
    Isabel
    Spain
  • From $95.50 per night
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 237 reviews
    Good location. Clean spacious room.
    Igor
    Australia