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Our top choices for Salinas motels

A restaurant with outdoor seating, including tables and chairs, and a counter with a coffee machine and menu boards.

1. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"It's a okay hotel for overnight."
United States
Joy
The price is ฿2,685
฿3,033 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a large sign for the number 6 motel, and a view of the outside through a glass door.

2. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Its affordable and even if we stayed at the Best Western hotel we would still be in the same area. We only went for 1 day so we had a good experience."
United States
Gabriela
The price is ฿2,075
฿2,360 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
A motel with a staircase leading to the entrance, a parking lot, and potted plants.

3. Western Motel

Western Motel
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.0 out of 10, Good, (166 reviews)
"Good stay and clean and quiet."
United States
Paul
The price is ฿3,428
฿3,845 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Western Motel
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

4. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,270 reviews)
"The hotel staff was friendly, the room was clean and the PRI e point was exactly what we were looking for"
United States
Karissa
The price is ฿2,519
฿2,934 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

5. Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
6.8 out of 10, (1,003 reviews)
"This is not a five star hotel but it is very clean and everyone is really nice and the location is perfect. Be warned, the rooms are very small but the air conditioning rocks and everything is super clean. I would definitely stay here again."
United States
Donavenis
The price is ฿2,019
฿2,414 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Vagabond Inn Monterey
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

6. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,246 reviews)
"very pleasant stay at an older motel."
United States
Sheryl
The price is ฿2,238
฿2,564 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sand Castle Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

7. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,899 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is ฿2,511
฿2,889 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Inn
A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

8. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
7.8 out of 10, Good, (104 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is ฿3,193
฿3,697 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Old Marina Inn
A parking lot with a black truck and a white car, a building with a tiled roof, and a tree in the center.

9. Motel 8 Soledad

Motel 8 Soledad
Soledad
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"The staff were very nice and helpful rooms were clean. Lots of parking. I highly recommend staying at this motel."
United States
Maria
The price is ฿2,420
฿2,710 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Motel 8 Soledad
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

10. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet, and we had an adjoining room to our sons which was very convenient. Would stay again!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is ฿2,485
฿3,033 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a desk.

11. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"They take pride in this place. very clean and quiet. Everything is brand new. Looks like they hired the right people too."
United States
john
The price is ฿2,359
฿2,963 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Seaside Inn
A building with a covered parking area, a tree, and a car parked inside.

12. Laguna Lodge

Laguna Lodge
2.0 star property
Marina
7.4 out of 10, Good, (216 reviews)
"Great place to stay for the price"
United States
Justin
The price is ฿3,193
฿5,239 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Laguna Lodge
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

13. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,091 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is ฿2,420
฿2,787 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
El Castell Hotel
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

14. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,894 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is ฿2,418
฿2,785 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,190 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is ฿2,521
฿2,934 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view of the parking lot and buildings.

16. Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent staff clean and fresh pleasant surroundings"
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is ฿2,087
฿2,395 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sand Dollar Inn
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

17. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is ฿2,948
฿3,768 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Monterey Bay Lodge
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

18. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is ฿2,994
฿3,441 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stage Coach Lodge
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

19. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Pleasant stay here we enjoyed our 2 nights here, we will definitely be coming back!!"
United States
David
The price is ฿4,602
฿5,245 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

20. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (194 reviews)
"Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Alan
The price is ฿2,423
฿3,004 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pelican Inn Monterey
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Top Salinas Hotel Reviews

Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

8/10 Good
"Easy to find location ,clean modern furniture,helpful staff ,disability room was perfect"
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Carmel Mission Inn

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Salinas Motels information

Number of reviews
10,952
Accommodation
77 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,360
Highest Price
฿5,245

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Salinas?
As you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Salinas. Not-to-be-missed sights include Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay in the area.
What are motels like?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motels usually have exterior corridors overlooking the car park or an outdoor pool. Motels made their debut in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the tired traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Salinas?
These are some of our customers' top motels in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 23 km from the heart of Salinas. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Salinas is 14.9 mi (24.1 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 12.3 mi (19.8 km) from the heart of Salinas. Stargazer Hotel: Central Salinas is 14.5 mi (23.4 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. El Castell Motel: 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from the heart of Salinas. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Salinas?
In this family-friendly area, you can explore the shops and enjoy the restaurants while you're sightseeing. People visiting Salinas like its aquarium and cafes. Must-see places in and around Salinas include Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Toro County Park, Clarmont Manor Park and Indian Springs Park. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum and Monterey Zoo.
What's the seasonal weather like in Salinas?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Salinas to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Salinas is 462 mm.
What are my options for getting around Salinas while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Salinas to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away. Otherwise, look for flights into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away. To see more of the larger area, hop on a train at Salinas Station.

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