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Recommended hotels in Salinas

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers

1. Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel

Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice room."
United States
Craig
$117 nightly
The price is $131
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
Reception

2. Steinbeck Lodge

Steinbeck Lodge
2.0 star property
Oldtown Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (388 reviews)
"Great location and staff."
United States
Galvin
$94 nightly
The price is $105
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Steinbeck Lodge
Exterior

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
3.0 star property
Sunset
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was very clean very nice staff breakfast was great and the parking as great would definitely come back again"
United States
Elena
$165 nightly
The price is $184
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
Garden

4. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was amazing overall great experience ."
United States
Gloria
$72 nightly
The price is $82
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Property amenity

5. Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey

Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Boronda
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff members were very helpful and the room was perfect for getting a good nights rest!"
United States
Trinidad
$148 nightly
The price is $166
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Reception

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room was very nice. The Smart TV had most of the major apps and most importantly comfortable beds."
United States
Rex
$190 nightly
The price is $212
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
Front of property

7. Chateau Coralini

Chateau Coralini
3.5 star property
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (226 reviews)
"Very friendly manager and very helpful and knowledgeable about the history of the property!! We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Salvador
$136 nightly
The price is $152
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Chateau Coralini
Exterior

8. Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (809 reviews)
"Always enjoyed staying here. Staff friendliness, good complementary breakfast and location just off the freeway."
United States
Jean
$123 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
Lobby lounge

9. Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean, great staff ."
United States
Cruz Jr
$61 nightly
The price is $69
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
Lobby

10. Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey

Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Boronda
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (666 reviews)
"good location, hotel is a bit older but still in good condition"
United States
Kay
$197 nightly
The price is $220
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Lobby

11. Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites

Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Sunset
7.8 out of 10, Good, (779 reviews)
"Everything was great! We’ll be staying there again 😊"
United States
Leslie
$117 nightly
The price is $131
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
Outdoor pool

12. Laurel Inn Motel

Laurel Inn Motel
2.0 star property
North Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,690 reviews)
"It was peaceful, the staff was nice, and the beds were comfy!"
United States
Rodolfo
$78 nightly
The price is $87
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Laurel Inn Motel
Lobby sitting area

13. Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Sunset
6.8 out of 10, (999 reviews)
"Great economical place to stay with quick breakfast included."
United States
David
$87 nightly
The price is $98
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
Exterior

14. Western Motel

Western Motel
2.0 star property
Sunset
6.8 out of 10, (163 reviews)
"Good stay and clean and quiet."
United States
Paul
$111 nightly
The price is $125
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Total with taxes and fees
Western Motel
Exterior detail

15. Garfield West

Garfield West
West Salinas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (42 reviews)
"Nice cozy house for a family of 5 or 6."
United States
Samia
$171 nightly
The price is $171
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Garfield West
Beach

16. Cozy South Salinas Casita

Cozy South Salinas Casita
South Salinas
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"I stay at VRBOs often and this one was one of my favorites! The yard was amazing! "
United States
Toireasa D.
$446 nightly
The price is $446
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy South Salinas Casita
Interior

17. Monte Vista

Monte Vista
Creekbridge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"A great stay! This home was beautiful, very comfortable, and well equipped with everything we needed. We would be glad to stay here again the next time we are in the area."
United States
Paul B.
$497 nightly
The price is $497
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Monte Vista
Interior

18. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Castroville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great room with a view, enjoy a beautiful sunset over Moss Landing and the Pacific Ocean. Totally quiet at night with the sounds of wildlife to wake you up."
United States
Michael T.
$242 nightly
The price is $265
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Total with taxes and fees
Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
2.5 star property
Oldtown Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Worst stay."
United States
Alina
$93 nightly
The price is $104
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
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Monterey Peninsula Inn

Monterey Peninsula Inn

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Monterey Peninsula Inn

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Salinas Hostels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$69
Highest Price
$497

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Salinas?
Our customers like these places to stay in the surrounding area, and they may offer budget-friendly room rates: Steinbeck Lodge - 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from the heart of Salinas. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities at this hotel. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay - 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from the heart of Salinas. Located within a 20-minute walk of Monterey Bay. Property features at this motel include free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Carmel Mission Inn - 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from the heart of Salinas. Located within a 5-minute walk of 17-Mile Drive. You can take advantage of free breakfast, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this hotel. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa - 13.5 mi (21.7 km) from the heart of Salinas. Located within a 20-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool at this motel. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from the heart of Salinas. You can take advantage of free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk at this motel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Salinas?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Salinas is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Salinas?
Overall, Salinas is known for its restaurants, cafes, and sports. Major attractions include Monterey Bay, Cannery Row, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Get out into nature with places like Toro County Park, Clarmont Manor Park, and Indian Springs Park. Cultural attractions include National Steinbeck Center, Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum, and Boronda Adobe History Center.
What's the best way to get to and around Salinas while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Salinas on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from the city center. An alternative is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away. After you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're hoping to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Salinas Station to take a train.

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