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A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, a staircase, potted plants, and a welcome sign.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a sink, and a small dining table. There are decorative plates on the wall and a potted plant.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a dining table with plates, a wall-mounted sign, and a map.

A reception desk with a laptop, a stack of books, a vase of flowers, and a sign that reads "Roses are red, violets are blue, Our humble hotel welcomes you."

1. Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Marina

$76

$88 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a sign indicating 'Moss Landing Point' and 'Shop & Hotel Entrances'.

A reception desk with a wooden wall backdrop displaying the text "INN AT MOSS LANDING POINT".

A modern lobby with green chairs, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with shelves of snacks.

2. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Moss Landing

$113

$135 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel reception area with a white counter, a window with a view of buildings, decorative fish and starfish on the wall, and a doormat with a castle design.

A two-story building with a balcony, a sign for ice water laundry, and a flower bed with various plants.

3. Sand Castle Inn

Seaside

$80

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, a dining table with chairs, and a small side table with a vase of flowers.

4. Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll

$79

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a refrigerator.

5. El Castell Hotel

Casanova Oak Knoll

$76

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with a view of the sea, a fireplace, and a framed painting.

A modern building with solar panels on the roof, a sign reading 'CANNERY ROW INN,' and a view of the ocean.

A modern building with a sign for "Cannonier Row Inn" by the ocean.

A reception area with a marble counter, a coffee machine, and a potted plant.

6. Cannery Row Inn

New Monterey

$149

$170 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a TV, and a painting.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.

7. Victorian Inn

New Monterey

$179

$204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A room with a large window, a bulletin board with travel brochures, and a sign with a dolphin and the number 1106.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a small bedside table with a lamp, and a view into the bathroom.

8. Discovery Inn

Seaside

$68

$77 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a computer, and a view of the outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a table.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a built-in oven.

9. Lone Oak Lodge

Villa Del Monte

$89

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern building with a multi-level balcony and a tree in the background.

A golf course with bunkers, a wooden fence, and a view of the ocean.

10. Olympia Lodge

Beach Tract

$123

$140 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

A walk-in shower with a glass door, a towel rack, and a showerhead.

A landscaped garden with a fountain, benches, and a covered seating area.

11. Padre Oaks

Monterey Vista

$77

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

An outdoor dining area with a fire pit, various food platters, and seating.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a fireplace, and a window with curtains.

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and exposed beams, featuring long wooden tables and wicker chairs, a fireplace, and a television screen.

A two-story house with a wooden exterior, a front porch, and a driveway.

12. Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Beach Tract

$111

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

A kitchenette with a coffee machine, stacked cups, a sink, and a framed botanical print.

A reception area with a desk, a chair, a bulletin board, and a large window.

A hotel with a prominent entrance, a swimming pool, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

13. Stargazer Hotel

Monterey Vista

$76

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A bedroom with a fireplace, wooden wardrobe, and a large mirror.

A room with a fireplace, a wooden cabinet, and a mirror reflecting a staircase.

A room with a grey sofa, wicker chairs, a glass-top table, and a window with curtains.

A two-story house with a porch, a red door, and a small tree in the front yard.

14. Pacific Grove Inn

Town Center

$92

$121 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

A reception desk with framed pictures, a clock, and a plant.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Stevenson Monterey."

15. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey

$93

$107 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A modern living room with a teal sofa, a beige armchair, and two patterned side tables.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and weight machines.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a brick wall with plants.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, beige armchairs, and patterned ottomans.

16. The Inn at 1252

Monterey Vista

$76

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A two-story building with a covered staircase and a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a black headboard, and a walk-in closet with a sliding door.

A covered patio area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a 'No Smoking' sign.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble countertop, a large window with a view of a road and greenery, and two upholstered chairs.

17. Inn By the Bay Monterey

Monterey Vista

$79

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

A well-lit room with a large window, wooden cabinets, and a counter displaying various books and items.

A residential property with a well-maintained garden, a white picket fence, and a large tree in the front yard.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, a table, and a kitchen area with a sink and countertop.

18. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Grove Acres

$132

$150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A covered outdoor area with a tiled floor, wooden ceiling, and seating arrangements.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a window with a view of the street.

A bathroom with a granite countertop sink, a mirror with lights, and a towel rack.

A hotel entrance with a sign for Monterey Surf Inn, a parking lot with directional arrows, and a building with a stone facade.

19. Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Vista

$79

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the hotel entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk, and a view of the outdoor area.

A modern interior with a geometric patterned floor, a central circular mirror, and a white metal shelf with plants.

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a small table with a glass, and potted plants.

20. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel

$171

$207 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Top neighborhoods in Salinas

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North Salinas

The North Salinas neighborhood offers attractions such as Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.

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Sunset

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Spreckels Junction

Salinas's Spreckels Junction neighborhood offers attractions including Alvarado Street Brewery & Taproom.

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A modern building with a large sign reading "Stieboch" and a mural of a field.

The exterior of the National Steinbeck Center, including a brick wall with signage, a glass building, and a parking area.

A large rock with engraved text by John Steinbeck.

A museum exhibit with framed photographs, a vintage car, and a sign reading "Steinbeck's Home and Family".

A modern building with glass windows and a brick facade, labeled "National Steinfeld Center."

Oldtown Salinas

The Oldtown Salinas neighborhood has lots to see including National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.

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Alisal

Salinas's Alisal neighborhood offers attractions including Salinas Fairways Golf Course.

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Top landmarks in Salinas

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Toro County Park

7.8/10 (107 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.

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National Steinbeck Center

7.6/10 (128 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.

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Salinas Sports Complex

7.6/10 (184 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Salinas Sports Complex, a stadium in North 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.

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California Rodeo Grounds

7.6/10 (116 reviews)

Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at California Rodeo Grounds, a stadium in North Salinas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people 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.

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Northridge Mall

8.0/10 (193 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Northridge Mall in North Salinas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

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Monterey Zoo

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Monterey Zoo, located 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from central Salinas. If you have fun at Monterey Zoo, you'll love The Farm, located nearby.

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Steinbeck House

7.6/10 (95 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Steinbeck House— just one of the monuments in Oldtown Salinas. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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The Farm

7.4/10 (89 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 full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you have fun at The Farm, you'll love Monterey Zoo and Aguila Cultural Center, both located nearby.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any cheap motels in Salinas?

If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Salinas, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas where you'll find free breakfast and free WiFi.

What are the best cheap things to do in Salinas?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Salinas, enjoy the outdoors at Toro County Park or Fort Ord National Monument. Be certain a visit to Steinbeck House is in your plans.