Oldtown Salinas, CA

Salinas

A vegetable farm with people harvesting and packing produce.
A museum exhibit with wooden benches, informational displays, and a sign reading "MONTEREY CANNING CO."
The exterior of the National Steinbeck Center, including a brick wall with signage, a glass building, and a parking area.
A museum exhibit with a large circular structure, informational plaques, and a 'Tortilla Factory' sign.
A wooden room with a bunk bed, a map, and a sign for Lee Chong Co.

Stay near popular Oldtown Salinas attractions

National Steinbeck Center

7.6/10 (128 reviews)
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
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Things to do

Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

$225
per adult
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

$75
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey

$65
per adult
Catamaran Sailing Cruise in Monterey
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

$70
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental

$56
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Oldtown Salinas Hotel Deals

Steinbeck Lodge

Steinbeck Lodge

2 out of 5
109 John St Salinas CA
$105 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$118 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center ...
9/10 Wonderful! (427 reviews)
"The room was recently completely remodeled, in great shape. They are clearly working hard to update this mid-century motel. The street is like many on the edge of town, mixed. There is a terrific diner a block west, new, excellent food and service."

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2026

Steinbeck Lodge
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
$215 nightly
The price is $255 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$255 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
$128 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$150 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Pacific
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
$238 nightly
The price is $276 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$276 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,754 reviews)
"Close to attractions that we were visiting"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

2.5 out of 5
2332 North Fremont Street Monterey CA
$75 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$87 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Pacific Inn
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
$182 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
$207 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,867 reviews)
"We booked our room last minute, however the price for what we got compared to other hotels in area was crazy expensive for what it is. Its a renovated motel, and while the lobby and dining area is updated, the hotel feels dated. For $800/night it seemed wildy overpriced."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
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Where to stay in Oldtown Salinas

Find the best Oldtown Salinas areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oldtown Salinas
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North Salinas

While visiting North Salinas, you might make a stop by sights like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.

A winding road through a hilly landscape with a small settlement and distant mountains under a twilight sky.

Sunset

While Sunset might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.

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Alisal

While Alisal might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.

A large tree in a vineyard with rows of grapevines.

Spreckels Junction

Though Spreckels Junction might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.

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Corral de Tierra

While Corral de Tierra isn't home to many top sights, WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch are some notable places to visit nearby.

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