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Steinbeck Lodge
Steinbeck Lodge
2.0 star property
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (152 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Relax near Steinbeck's hometown with easy access to cultural attractions.
The price is $105
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Steinbeck Lodge
Lobby lounge
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience the convenience of Monterey attractions from this budget-friendly motel.
The price is $75
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
Outdoor pool
Laurel Inn Motel
Laurel Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,574 reviews)
The price is $95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Laurel Inn Motel
Front of property
Chateau Coralini
Chateau Coralini
3.5 star property
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (197 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience Salinas with spacious rooms and easy access to Laguna Seca racetrack.
The price is $152
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 7 - Apr 8
Chateau Coralini
Garden
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient home base in Salinas with outdoor pool and friendly staff.
The price is $73
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Indoor pool
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Grab a comfy spot in Salinas with easy highway access and free perks at this hotel.
The price is $118
$134 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay in Salinas with a fitness center and early breakfast to fuel your day.
The price is $127
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
Front of property
Western Motel
Western Motel
2.0 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (158 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay near National Steinbeck Center with free WiFi and convenient parking.
The price is $99
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Western Motel
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Sleek hotel near Salinas Sports Complex with convenient 24-hour fitness center.
The price is $139
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Lobby
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Salinas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (728 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Downtown Salinas hotel with outdoor pool offers free breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
The price is $116
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
Exterior
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (770 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay near Steinbeck Center with cozy rooms and morning continental breakfast.
The price is $108
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
Lobby sitting area
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (994 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient Salinas lodging with free breakfast near National Steinbeck Center.
The price is $89
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
Property grounds
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
2.5 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient Salinas stay with easy access to the National Steinbeck Center.
The price is $85
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
Lobby
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (625 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay steps from Salinas Sports Complex with indoor pool and complimentary breakfast.
The price is $161
$181 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Quiet retreat near Salinas attractions with easy Monterey access and friendly staff.
The price is $105
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Hollister by IHG
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Hollister by IHG
2.5 star property
Hollister
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (490 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind in Hollister with an indoor pool, fitness center, and helpful staff on-site.
The price is $144
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Hollister by IHG
Lobby
Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn
Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn
4.0 star property
Gilroy
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Enjoy the modern comfort near theme parks and outlet shopping in Gilroy.
The price is $100
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn
Lobby
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
2.5 star property
Gilroy
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (619 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind near Gilroy Gardens with a refreshing outdoor pool and complimentary perks.
The price is $122
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
Exterior
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Comfortable stay near Gilroy Gardens with seasonal pool and free parking.
The price is $69
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Lobby
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
3.0 star property
Gilroy
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Convenient Gilroy hotel with a 24-hour fitness center near family attractions.
The price is $111
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
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Outdoor pool
Laurel Inn Motel

Laurel Inn Motel

Laurel Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1574)
The price is $95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Laurel Inn Motel
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When is the best time to visit Salinas?

Our prices for hotels in Salinas are cheapest in January
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Top neighborhoods in Salinas

National Steinbeck Center which includes interior views, signage and modern architecture

Oldtown Salinas

The Oldtown Salinas neighborhood has lots to see including National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center.

Top landmarks in Salinas

National Steinbeck Center showing interior views and heritage elements

National Steinbeck Center

3.4/5 (50 reviews)
Explore interactive exhibits bringing Steinbeck's novels to life in his Salinas hometown. Literature fans can view memorabilia while discovering the valley landscapes that inspired classics like "East of Eden."
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View towards Ollason Peak, Toro Park, California

Toro County Park

3.7/5 (42 reviews)
Hike through 20+ miles of trails with panoramic views of Salinas Valley and Monterey Bay. Spring visits reward you with vibrant wildflower blooms across the park's 4,756 acres of rolling hills.
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Learn more about Salinas

Wander through the National Steinbeck Center, where the Nobel laureate's words spring to life amid personal artifacts and interactive exhibits. The California Rodeo Grounds host events that reveal the city's cowboy soul, complete with dust clouds and thundering hooves. At Steinbeck House, the author's Victorian childhood home now serves literary-themed lunches that feel like dining in a novel. The Monterey Zoo offers surprisingly intimate encounters with retired movie animals who seem pleased with their career change. Agricultural fields stretch to the horizon, explaining why locals proudly call this the 'Salad Bowl of the World.' For a perfect day trip, the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium sits just minutes away on the coast.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

10/10 Excellent
"This is a really great family hotel. Love the pool and the breakfast. "
Kathryn 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Salinas?
Steinbeck Lodge, Chateau Coralini and Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel are all accommodations that are popular with guests.
Can I book refundable hotels in Salinas?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your plans to Salinas, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Salinas if I want a vacation rental instead of a hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 54 vacation homes. You can also consider one of the 6 cottages for your trip.
What will the weather in Salinas be like during my visit?
September and August are typically the warmest months in Salinas when the average temp is 63°F. February and January are the coldest months when the average temperature is 51°F. January and December are the months with the most rain.
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