Chinatown, CA
Salinas
Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the biking trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex, and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
California Rodeo Grounds
Catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds, and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Monterey Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who call Monterey Zoo home during your travels in Salinas. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Steinbeck House
You can find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at Steinbeck House. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Chinatown Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"All around a great experience"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Waterfront hotel with great restaurant on the water. Needs a little updating but very clean! Be sure to book a room with a great view. We overlooked the back of the hotel and had delivery trucks in and out each morning."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
"The hotel is nice and clean. Just located behind the gas station and views from the rooms not very nice. A little far for walking to beaches and center of town, but close enough to Point Lobos. We had a good time."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Hotel and staff were good. Except for the mattress on the bed was very uncomfortable. Very lumpy. Hard on my back. I will probably not stay there again unless mattresses are upgrades"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"This is a very old hotel with plenty of charm and history, but it also is very outdated. No A/C, no screens on the windows, smells old and like mildew, terrible WiFi, etc. comfy bed, nice shower, just old."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Carmel Bay View Inn
"Everything was perfect except the person at the front desk. Came across as rude and unhelpful."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Chinatown
Oldtown Salinas
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Oldtown Salinas. You might want to make time for a stop at National Steinbeck Center or Steinbeck House.
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 California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Laurel West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Laurel West and surrounding area, you can visit California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
Maple Park
While Maple Park isn't home to many top sights, National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House are some notable places to visit nearby.
West Salinas
When in West Salinas, you can plan a visit to Steinbeck House and National Steinbeck Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
South Salinas
South Salinas might not have many top sights, but Steinbeck House and National Steinbeck Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
