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A courtyard with a fire pit, seating area, and a white wall with a balcony.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a large arched window, a chandelier, a dining area with a table and chairs, and two paintings on the wall.
A hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL PACIFIC," featuring a modern architectural design with multiple balconies and a well-maintained garden area.

1. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
Downtown Monterey
United States
Sherri
$124 nightly
$146 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Pacific
A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flower garden, and a sign that reads "Hotel Abrego."
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a modern chandelier.
A buffet area with various food options, including pastries, fruits, and breakfast items.
A pool area with a seating area, a patterned wall, and a small garden with flowers.

2. Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego
Alta Mesa
United States
Eileen
$182 nightly
$212 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Abrego
An outdoor dining area with a fire pit, various food platters, and seating.
A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a driveway.
A spacious dining area with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring long wooden tables and wicker chairs, a fireplace, and a television screen.

3. Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
Beach Tract
United States
MUBASHIR
$128 nightly
$143 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.
A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.
A spacious dining area with a checkered floor, wooden beams, and modern lighting fixtures.

4. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
Carmel
United States
Micah
$182 nightly
$207 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and modern furnishings.
A modern retail kiosk with a variety of snacks, beverages, and a coffee machine.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
Gilroy
United States
Debora
$98 nightly
$108 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
A historic hotel with arched windows and a classic facade.
A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.
A formal living room with a fireplace, elegant furniture, and a chandelier.
A pier extending over calm water with boats docked nearby.

6. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
Downtown Monterey
United States
Barbara
$98 nightly
$112 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
The Monterey Hotel
A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.
A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

7. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
New Monterey
United States
Judith
$179 nightly
$204 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Victorian Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.
A beach with rocky outcrops and waves.
A golf course with bunkers, a wooden fence, and a view of the ocean.
A golf course with a white building and a lighthouse in the background.

8. Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge
Beach Tract
United States
Yolanda
$100 nightly
$115 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Olympia Lodge
A landscaped pathway leading to a building with balconies and outdoor lighting.
A reception desk with a wave pattern design, a fire alarm, and a small plant on the counter.
A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a sofa, and a dining table.
A hotel with a courtyard featuring outdoor seating, a covered patio, and a landscaped garden.

9. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
Monterey Vista
United States
Jessica
$122 nightly
$140 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Mariposa Inn & Suites
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.
A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets.
A person leaning over a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat with "Hello Sunshine" on it.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Downtown Monterey
Canada
Steven
$199 nightly
$232 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies, a well-maintained outdoor area with greenery, and a view of the water.
A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.
A modern building with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal view.

11. Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
New Monterey
United States
cathy
$263 nightly
$299 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Bay Inn
A spacious living area with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the beach.
A hotel courtyard with green lawns, a tennis court, and multiple rooms with green doors.
A hotel room with a desk, two beds, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom in the background.
A multi-story motel with balconies, a parking lot, and a fire hydrant.

12. Best Western Marina State Beach

Best Western Marina State Beach
Marina
United States
Andrei
$103 nightly
$119 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Marina State Beach
A large, light green Victorian-style house with multiple stories, a porch, and a view of the ocean.
A patio with outdoor seating, a tree, and a building with a porch and stairs.
A living room with wicker furniture, a fireplace, a television, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern living room with a wooden console table, a pink armchair, a large flat-screen TV, and framed botanical prints on the wall.

13. Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
Retreat
United States
Mckenna
Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel
A multi-level hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a staircase.
A hotel room with a television, sofa, dining area, and a view of the ocean.
A hotel room with two beds, a Christmas tree, and holiday decorations.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent glass facade and a sign reading "EMBASSY SUITES".

14. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Seaside
United States
Maleigha
$201 nightly
$231 total
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
A spacious bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a long counter, and hanging pendant lights.
A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.
An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.
A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
United States
John
$106 nightly
$123 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies, large windows, and a central staircase.
A reception area with a modern counter, a seating area with a chair and a rug, a large window with blinds, and a door leading outside.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Wave Street Inn.

16. Wave Street Inn

Wave Street Inn
New Monterey
United States
khanh
$195 nightly
$222 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Wave Street Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, and a balcony with curtains.
A traditional interior with stone walls, wooden furniture, and potted plants.
A staircase leading to a building surrounded by lush greenery and stone walls.
A traditional Japanese-style entrance with sliding doors, stone lion statues, and potted plants.

17. Tradewinds Carmel

Tradewinds Carmel
Downtown Carmel
United States
Melissa
$280 nightly
$315 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Tradewinds Carmel
A reception area with a counter, two pendant lights, a refrigerator, and a wooden floor.
A modern lobby with seating areas, a coffee station, and a television screen.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a wardrobe.
A breakfast area with a counter displaying various food items and a chalkboard with breakfast options.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
Sunset
United States
Veronica
$111 nightly
$125 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a coffee table, and artwork on the walls.
A sign for Aura Inn Monterey with a modern building facade and a clear blue sky.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a large window.
A spacious kitchen with a white countertop, recessed ceiling lights, and a door leading outside.

19. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
Monterey Vista
United States
Rachel
$83 nightly
$93 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Aura Inn Monterey
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a fire pit, and a pool.
A modern two-story house with a stone facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A spacious lobby with a round wooden table, two glass vases with flowers, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a stone wall, and a view of greenery.

20. Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
Monterey
United States
Richaed
$188 nightly
$219 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Garden Inn Monterey
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Salinas

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Salinas, California are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Salinas, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Salinas?
Our guests speak highly of Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey. It comes with a cafe and free WiFi, and is around 3 mi northwest of the center of Salinas. Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey is another popular 3-star hotel. Located roughly 3 mi northwest of the downtown area, it offers WiFi and a barbecue grill.
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