Salinas, CA

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Salinas

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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is AED 812 per night from Jun 30 to Jul 1
AED 812
AED 961 total
30 Jun - 1 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,616 reviews)
"Great hotel and in walking distance of shops, restaurants. Lovely pool and hot tub too."

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey, CA
The price is AED 746 per night from Jun 29 to Jun 30
AED 746
AED 1,011 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,379 reviews)
"It was safe and clean"

Reviewed on 8 June 2025

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,210 reviews)
"The room is a bit small with no refrigerator. Parking is on the street"

Reviewed on 11 June 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
2 out of 5
Del Rey Oaks
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Monterey get away
"House was lovely. Clean and updated. Property manager, Vincent was always prompt and accommodating. We travelled with our dogs, and it was the perfect space! Thank you!!"

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Aptos
Book a stay at this golf condo in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (224 reviews)
Exceeded My Expectations!
"Nicely decorated, spotless, great location, great bed, great linens and towels. Quiet, with views as described."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Capitola
Stay at this vacation home in Capitola. Enjoy patios, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
No place like home
"It was outstanding, Sweet Cottage, steps to the Village and a short drive to Gayle’s and Shadowbrook. The only drawback was parking. No provisions for Handicap parking. Otherwise everything was perfect!"

Reviewed on 12 June 2025

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Salinas

3.7
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
99
5 - Excellent 22%
4 - Good
178
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
121
3 - Okay 27%
2 - Disappointing
32
2 - Disappointing 7%
1 - Terrible
14
1 - Terrible 3%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It’s my hometown so not a lot to do because of Quarantine and everything is closed. Was just a quick visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I’ve been visiting family in Salinas my whole life. Salinas is always a great place to stay!

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

Would not stay in this city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We were there for a memorial service and the location was ideal

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Nice place to visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I live here so I am biased. Salinas is a nice place to live and has plenty of shopping and restaurants to choose from.