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Our top choices for Salinas motels

A garden with various plants and a metal fence.

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)
"Good light breakfast , relaxing comfortable beds , freeway access , close to gas station and food close by"
United States
Irene
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
A motel interior with a television mounted on a wall, a coffee machine, and a sign indicating morning charge for no charge.

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, (1,001 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 £53
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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, (164 reviews)
"Good stay and clean and quiet."
United States
Paul
The price is £86
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, (2,230 reviews)
"I have zero complaints it was a wonderful stay"
United States
Shalay
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

5. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
7.8 out of 10, Good, (100 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Old Marina Inn
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, (1,216 reviews)
"Very impressive for a budget minded location"
United States
Walter
The price is £57
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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, (1,869 reviews)
"clean rooms, lots of parking"
United States
Dannielle
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Pacific Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

8. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,175 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gustavo
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

9. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,092 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
El Castell Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a balcony with a view of the parking lot and buildings.

10. Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent staff clean and fresh pleasant surroundings"
United Kingdom
Dawn
The price is £50
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Sand Dollar Inn
A building with a covered parking area, a tree, and a car parked inside.

11. 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 £112
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Laguna Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a desk.

12. Seaside Inn

Seaside Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Property was super tight for parking, outside looked a little sketchy but room and bathroom was very clean. A little in the pricey side but overall it was fine."
United States
Matthew
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Seaside Inn
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

13. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,013 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with new and clean facilities. The location is excellent, with easy access to nearby attractions. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Xiaohong
The price is £72
additional charges may apply
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Lone Oak Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

14. Vagabond Inn Monterey

Vagabond Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Front desk attendant was stellar!!"
United States
Elisabet
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Vagabond Inn Monterey
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

15. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, property nice and clean, staff friendly. Had a nice pool area and outside seating."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Monterey Bay Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

16. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,881 reviews)
"Great location and clean!"
United States
Alexandra
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

17. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here twice now and have had a great experience both times! The updated rooms are nice and the beds are super comfortable. The front desk staff is always friendly, and we love that parking is free and we’ve never had an issue finding a spot. It’s also within a very easy walk of lots of restaurants, which is super convenient. Definitely a place we’d stay again!"
United States
Lara
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

18. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great property and convenient location."
Canada
Chintan Vijaykumar
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

19. Pelican Inn Monterey

Pelican Inn Monterey
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (176 reviews)
"Would definitely stay there again"
United States
Alan
The price is £54
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pelican Inn Monterey
A sign for Discovery Inn Seaside with a dolphin logo, located at 1106 Fremont.

20. Discovery Inn

Discovery Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (423 reviews)
"convenient location … multiple food choices within walking distance … professional staff … clean & comfortable room … A+"
United States
Errol
The price is £56
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Discovery Inn
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly staff, and a well-maintained property."
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

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Salinas Motels information

Number of reviews
10,976
Accommodation
77 Motels
Lowest Price
£50
Highest Price
£112

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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