Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide
Salinas
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Popular places to visit
National Steinbeck Center
Immerse yourself in the life, times and works of legendary American novelist John Steinbeck through memorabilia, photos, journals and film.
Toro County Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Toro County Park and enjoy the cycling trails in Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
First Mayor's House
Find out about the history of Salinas with a stop at First Mayor's House. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum during your travels in Salinas. Stroll along the marina or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Aguila Cultural Center
Take the family on an outing to Aguila Cultural Center during your trip to Salinas. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Salinas Sports Complex
Catch an event at Salinas Sports Complex and enjoy other activities in Salinas such as golfing.Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Oldtown Salinas
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Our room was located near the supply area so every morning the housekeeping staff would gather by our door and talk very loudly.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Did not meet expectations. Facility needs more upkeep and general maintenance, mostly on the exterior and outdoor areas. Stayed in building Q, which had litter and some trash in the open hallway for the 3 nights we were there. The 2 bedroom queen with patio room was spacious and pretty nice I side, ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Rooms and parking are very spread out. Not worth the price.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Pro: Staff was amazing, location and parking were excellent, price was great as well Con: windows so thin that it felt like the seagulls and people on the steet were IN my room on the top floor. My friend in the room next door said the same. Very hard to sleep past 5am.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Not used
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
Right from check in, the front desk person was odd and standoffish. Our room had zero view, hard wood floors with sand on it... There was a poor patch job done to the shower bottom that appears water damaged. We could not use the pool or hot tub apon arrival due to an unexpected music event??? Last ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oldtown Salinas
Chinatown
While there might not be top attractions in Chinatown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like California Rodeo Grounds and Salinas Sports Complex.
