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Our top choices for College Area hotels

A hotel room with two beds, green walls, and a window with curtains.

1. Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
College Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Economical facilities and friendly staff."
United States
Denis
$74 nightly
The price is $81
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
A spacious living room with a large blue sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a rug. There are two side tables with lamps. The room has wooden flooring and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

2. Aurora Inn

Aurora Inn
2.5 star property
1.6 mi from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (390 reviews)
"Now one of my top 3 favorite places to stay"
United States
Brenda
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Aurora Inn
A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

3. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
3.0 star property
1.5 mi from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was good."
United States
Miriam Lissette
$125 nightly
The price is $139
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
A modern interior with a marble wall, a long dining table, and multiple seating areas.

4. Best Western Palm Court Inn

Best Western Palm Court Inn
2.5 star property
1.6 mi from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value."
United States
Stan
$99 nightly
The price is $110
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Palm Court Inn
A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, seating areas, and a reception desk.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
4.0 star property
Downtown Modesto, 0.9 mi from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,450 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly & helpful"
United States
Lourdes
$125 nightly
The price is $139
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
A modern interior with large windows, a geometric patterned floor, and two armchairs and a small table.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area

Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
2.0 star property
0.9 mi from College Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (771 reviews)
"The staff were very welcoming and pleasant...first step to wanting to stay. The room was very very clean and I loved the bed....so comfortable. Would recommend this as a good place to stop"
Canada
shirley
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
A modern kitchen with a green and white color scheme, featuring a coffee machine, a variety of food items, and a seating area with green chairs.

7. Spark by Hilton Modesto

Spark by Hilton Modesto
3.0 star property
0.9 mi from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (767 reviews)
"Clean facilities and a friendly and courteous staff."
United States
Tom
$81 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Spark by Hilton Modesto
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a window, and two bedside lamps.

8. Sisk Hotel

Sisk Hotel
3.0 star property
2.1 mi from College Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Victor
$72 nightly
The price is $80
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Sisk Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and landscaping.

9. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
4 mi from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Michael
$80 nightly
The price is $88
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
A spacious lobby with a coffee station, seating area, and a large rug.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida

Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
2.5 star property
5.6 mi from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Maria A
$93 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
3.0 star property
5.6 mi from College Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Paul
$93 nightly
The price is $100
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a classical facade, palm trees, and a fountain in the entrance.

12. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
2.5 star property
5.1 mi from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"It was a very relaxing stay . Very friendly staff"
United States
Jean
$127 nightly
The price is $140
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

13. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
2.5 star property
5.1 mi from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (557 reviews)
"Great place for my wife and I very conveniently located to stores"
United States
Ricardo
$96 nightly
The price is $104
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and a patterned carpet.

14. Best Western Town House Lodge

Best Western Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Modesto, 0.9 mi from College Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It’s a solid option for the area, and the location is very central to the area. I slept well, the staff was friendly and everything looked clean."
United States
Jason
$102 nightly
The price is $113
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Town House Lodge
A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

15. Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto

Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
2.5 star property
6.3 mi from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (456 reviews)
"Great location, very clean"
United States
Adrian
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

16. Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North

Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
4.3 mi from College Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"Second time staying here and just as great as the first time"
United States
Mark
$173 nightly
The price is $193
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
A modern lobby with a glass door entrance, a seating area with orange and green upholstered sofas, and a patterned rug.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida

Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
2.5 star property
4.7 mi from College Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovvvvve our staay here"
United States
Rita
$76 nightly
The price is $84
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Total with taxes and fees
Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

18. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
3.8 mi from College Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (604 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. Overall, a pleasant experience, and we would definitely stay here again!"
United States
George
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
A modern hotel entrance with a clean, white exterior, a visible number '14' on the wall, and a glimpse of a well-lit interior with a bed and a bathroom.

19. Hotel Bayit Modesto Salida

Hotel Bayit Modesto Salida
2.0 star property
5.6 mi from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (162 reviews)
"Clean, modern, friendly staff that acclimated my stay. Will def stay again!"
United States
Derek
$112 nightly
The price is $120
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Bayit Modesto Salida
A hotel reception area with a counter, seating, and a view through large windows.

20. Motel 6 Modesto CA

Motel 6 Modesto CA
2.0 star property
1.4 mi from College Area
6.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was spacious"
United States
ARTHUR
$81 nightly
The price is $90
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Modesto CA
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Compare popular hotels in College Area

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, and a window with curtains.
Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
7.4
Good
1,008 reviews
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A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, seating areas, and a reception desk.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,450 reviews
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A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a classical facade, palm trees, and a fountain in the entrance.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.
Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
226 reviews
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Where to stay in College Area

Find the best College Area areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Modesto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Modesto, Gallo Center for the Arts and McHenry Museum and Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

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La Loma

La Loma might not have many top sights, but E and J Gallo Winery and Gallo Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Del Rio

While Del Rio isn't home to many top sights, Vintage Faire Mall and Boomers are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Woodland West

While Woodland West isn't home to many top sights, Gallo Center for the Arts and Vintage Faire Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top College Area Hotel Reviews

A modern kitchen with a green and white color scheme, featuring a coffee machine, a variety of food items, and a seating area with green chairs.
Spark by Hilton Modesto

Spark by Hilton Modesto

Spark by Hilton Modesto
Modesto

10/10 Excellent

Clean and completely remodled. The front dest staff was always friendly. The room was large, comfy and clean. Juice and coffee bar available in the lobby 24/7. No microwave in the room, but there is one available in the lobby. Continental breakfast served every morning. Parking was safe with security often on site. The price for this place was very reasonable. I would atay here again!
United States
Ricky
Reviewed July 3, 2025
Spark by Hilton Modesto

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in College Area?

Travelers to the College Area neighborhood in Modesto will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Graceada Park as part of your College Area travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in College Area?

For your stay in College Area, Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown is one of the top choices based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include The enchanted place of Azul Dorado and 2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the College Area area?

When you want to kick up your feet after a day of exploring the sights in Modesto, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodations in College Area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in College Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals in College Area.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to College Area?

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What is there to do around this Modesto neighborhood?

Graceada Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in College Area. State Theatre of Modesto and McHenry Museum and Mansion are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Modesto.