Hotels in Salinas
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Chateau Coralini
Chateau Coralini
3.5 star property
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (182)
8.8/10
Excellent
(182)
- Experience Salinas with spacious rooms and easy access to Laguna Seca racetrack.
The price is $93
$93
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Steinbeck Lodge
Steinbeck Lodge
2.0 star property
Salinas
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (73)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(73)
- Relax near Steinbeck's hometown with easy access to cultural attractions.
The price is $80
$80
$90 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999)
8.8/10
Excellent
(999)
- Stay in Salinas with a fitness center and early breakfast to fuel your day.
The price is $132
$132
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Salinas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (706)
7.8/10
Good
(706)
- Downtown Salinas hotel with outdoor pool offers free breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
The price is $107
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Western Motel
Western Motel
2.0 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (158)
6.8/10
(158)
- Stay near National Steinbeck Center with free WiFi and convenient parking.
The price is $98
$98
$110 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1003)
- Grab a comfy spot in Salinas with easy highway access and free perks at this hotel.
The price is $106
$106
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (983)
8.0/10
Very Good
(983)
- Sleek hotel near Salinas Sports Complex with convenient 24-hour fitness center.
The price is $120
$120
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
BORONDA INN
BORONDA INN
2.0 star property
Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (8)
8.4/10
Very Good
(8)
The price is $81
$81
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1007)
7.0/10
Good
(1007)
- Convenient home base in Salinas with outdoor pool and friendly staff.
The price is $84
$84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (973)
6.8/10
(973)
- Convenient Salinas lodging with free breakfast near National Steinbeck Center.
The price is $77
$77
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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, (753)
8.0/10
Very Good
(753)
- Stay near Steinbeck Center with cozy rooms and morning continental breakfast.
The price is $107
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (594)
8.2/10
Very Good
(594)
- Stay steps from Salinas Sports Complex with indoor pool and complimentary breakfast.
The price is $134
$134
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
2.5 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
6.8/10
(1001)
- Convenient Salinas stay with easy access to the National Steinbeck Center.
The price is $77
$77
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1002)
- Quiet retreat near Salinas attractions with easy Monterey access and friendly staff.
The price is $104
$104
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
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, (1012)
7.2/10
Good
(1012)
- Experience the convenience of Monterey attractions from this budget-friendly motel.
The price is $72
$72
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Laurel Inn Motel
Laurel Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1502)
7.0/10
Good
(1502)
The price is $95
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1490)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1490)
- Tranquil resort with easy airport access and two refreshing outdoor pools to enjoy.
The price is $169
$169
$237 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Normandy Inn
Normandy Inn
2.5 star property
Golden Rectangle
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1009)
- Seaside hideaway just steps from Carmel Beach with complimentary breakfast.
The price is $188
$188
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1011)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(1011)
- Oceanfront escape with rooftop terrace, steps from Cannery Row and marine life.
The price is $247
$247
$281 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2815)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(2815)
- Enjoy coastal elegance steps from Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row.
The price is $202
$202
$240 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
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.
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.
You may also like hotels with pools in Salinas
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
8.4/10
Very Good
(1003)
The price is $106
$106
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1002)
The price is $104
$104
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1007)
7.0/10
Good
(1007)
The price is $84
$84
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1502)
7.0/10
Good
(1502)
The price is $95
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (594)
8.2/10
Very Good
(594)
The price is $134
$134
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites2.5 star property
Salinas
7.8 out of 10, Good, (706)
7.8/10
Good
(706)
The price is $107
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
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Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area2.0 star property
Salinas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1012)
7.2/10
Good
(1012)
The price is $72
$72
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
8.6/10
Excellent
(1002)
The price is $104
$104
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area2.5 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (753)
8.0/10
Very Good
(753)
The price is $107
$107
$120 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey3.0 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (983)
8.0/10
Very Good
(983)
The price is $120
$120
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1502)
7.0/10
Good
(1502)
The price is $95
$95
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
6.8 out of 10, (973)
6.8/10
(973)
The price is $77
$77
$92 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (594)
8.2/10
Very Good
(594)
The price is $134
$134
$151 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
6.8 out of 10, (1001)
6.8/10
(1001)
The price is $77
$77
$87 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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.
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.
Go beyond your typical stay in Salinas
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When is the best time to visit Salinas?
When is the best time to visit Salinas?Our prices for hotels in Salinas are cheapest in January
When is the best time to visit Salinas?
When is the best time to visit Salinas?
Our prices for hotels in Salinas are cheapest in January
Price trends for hotels in Salinas
Pricing is based on two traveler single night rates
Currently viewing crowd sizes and weather for December.
Typical weather for Salinas
December
Low crowds
High 14°C / low 7°C. Sunny most days.
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August, High crowds, average high temperature 23 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 13 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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November, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 18 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top neighborhoods in Salinas
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
3.4/5 (50 reviews)
If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at National Steinbeck Center in Oldtown Salinas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to see more of the museums in Salinas, you can easily walk to Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum.
Toro County Park
3.7/5 (42 reviews)
Toro County Park is 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from central Salinas, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Spend the afternoon at the beach and head to one of the restaurants for a bite to eat. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Spreckels Memorial Park and Indian Springs Park, both nearby.
Salinas Sports Complex
3.6/5 (72 reviews)
You can catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex, located 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from central Salinas.
Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you think Salinas Sports Complex is cool, you also might like California Rodeo Grounds and Sherwood Tennis Center, both located nearby.
California Rodeo Grounds
3.6/5 (46 reviews)
You can catch an event at California Rodeo Grounds, located 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from central Salinas.
Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you think California Rodeo Grounds is cool, you also might like Salinas Sports Complex and Sherwood Tennis Center, both located nearby.
The Farm
3.5/5 (41 reviews)
Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to The Farm, one of the family attractions located 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from central Salinas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is great for couples and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at The Farm, you'll love Monterey Zoo and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum, both located nearby.
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.
Check out reviews of Salinas hotels guests love
Pacific Inn
10/10 Excellent
"It was undoubtedly a super clean room, it smelled great, everything worked and was in perfect condition, a great experience, and the man at the lobby provided excellent service."
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"Gorgeous room. Amazingly comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
10/10 Excellent
"Very much enjoyed our stay. Convenient location and great amenities. "
Mariposa Inn & Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful room! Looks like it was newly remodeled. Very clean and modern. Helpful staff. Close to everything Monterey. Price was very reasonable. Would definitely recommend!"
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
10/10 Excellent
"I was very pleased with the room. "
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, great amenities. Breakfast was very good. Staff is very friendly. "
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Staff is excellent. We love Monterey Plaza Hotel."
Carmel Bay View Inn
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful area and nice room. Clean, basic, very comfy bed. "
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Always a pleasure! Love this place! It’s my favorite hotel in Monterey:) Great rooms, staff, amenities, decor, and location is right by the wharf. "
Frequently asked questions
What accommodations do travelers like in Salinas?
Steinbeck Lodge, Chateau Coralini and Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas 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 57 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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