What is Oldtown Salinas like?

Oldtown Salinas is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants, entertainment choices and shopping. Make sure that you visit National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House as part of your Oldtown Salinas travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Oldtown Salinas?

Based on our traveller data, Steinbeck Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay in Oldtown Salinas. This hotel offers free parking and free WiFi.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Oldtown Salinas, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Oldtown Salinas.

What are the top things to see and do in Oldtown Salinas?

National Steinbeck Center, Steinbeck House and Aguila Cultural Center are just a few attractions to check out in Oldtown Salinas. While you're out sightseeing, First Mayor's House and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Salinas.

How can I get around Oldtown Salinas and the greater Salinas area?

To venture out of town, take a train from Salinas Station.

Top 10 Oldtown Salinas Hotels of 2026

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1. Steinbeck Lodge

Oldtown Salinas

Oscar

RM389 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

2. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas

Oldtown Salinas

ALEXXIS

RM350 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Nov - 1 Dec

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a covered entrance and a landscaped front yard.

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Sunset, 1.5 km from Oldtown Salinas

Claudia

RM543 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, tables, and a patterned carpet.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

Sunset, 1.3 km from Oldtown Salinas

Angela

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a Best Western sign.

5. Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel

Sunset, 1.5 km from Oldtown Salinas

Craig

RM507 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Sunset, 1.4 km from Oldtown Salinas

DAVID

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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.

7. Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Sunset, 1.5 km from Oldtown Salinas

Melissa

RM300 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

An outdoor patio area with stone walls, wicker furniture, and a fire feature.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Marina

13.4 km from Oldtown Salinas

Salman

RM687 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Dec - 5 Dec

A modern living room with a fireplace, red chairs, and a view through large glass doors.

9. Ramada by Wyndham Marina

12.1 km from Oldtown Salinas

Niloufar

RM604 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A modern reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

10. Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

13.4 km from Oldtown Salinas

Lisa

RM581 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire pits, and a view of the cityscape.

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

13.6 km from Oldtown Salinas

Leonel

RM861 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered area with plants.

12. Laurel Inn Motel

North Salinas, 2.7 km from Oldtown Salinas

Marilyn

RM467 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern cafe with a long counter, red chairs, and a large window.

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG

13.2 km from Oldtown Salinas

Ethan

RM585 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

14. Monterey Bay Inn

22.7 km from Oldtown Salinas

Valentin

RM1,113 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

15. Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites

Sunset, 1.5 km from Oldtown Salinas

ethan

RM507 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

16. Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

11.6 km from Oldtown Salinas

Philip

RM357 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

17. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

13.5 km from Oldtown Salinas

Danika

RM331 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

18. Wave Street Inn

22.8 km from Oldtown Salinas

Felicia

RM624 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

19.4 km from Oldtown Salinas

Cristian

RM936 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

20. Victorian Inn

22.9 km from Oldtown Salinas

Erin

RM707 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

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Compare popular hotels in Oldtown Salinas

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Steinbeck Lodge	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 445 reviews	View
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas	2.5 star property	7.0 Good 1,002 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,002 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas	2.5 star property	8.4 Very good 1,001 reviews	View

Where to stay in Oldtown Salinas

Find the best Oldtown Salinas areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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North Salinas

While visiting North Salinas, you might make a stop by sights like Salinas Sports Complex and California Rodeo Grounds.

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Sunset

Though Sunset may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.

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Alisal

While Alisal may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center.

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Spreckels Junction

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Spreckels Junction and surrounding area, you can visit National Steinbeck Center and Steinbeck House.

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Corral de Tierra

While there might not be top attractions in Corral de Tierra, you can explore the larger area and discover places like WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch.

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Top Oldtown Salinas Hotel Reviews

Bay Breeze Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean accessible and comfortable room. Even being on the main road the room was quiet."

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Nothing but cleanliness and comfort. Beds were comfortable, even though it’s located at a busy area, nights are pretty quiet. Close to several restaurants and even a Trader Joe’s at a walking distance. There is no luxury here, but 100% would recommend as the room was VERY clean and had everything one can need for a quick trip."

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

8/10 Good

"The water pressure is very good in the showers. A lot of hotels have really bad water pressure but the lighthouse Lodge has great water pressure in the showers. However, the beds need some upgrading cause they were extremely lumpy at least in the room that we had and hard and maybe a little more expansion on their continental breakfast rather than just bagels and oatmeal but other than that, the stuff was really nice. We didn’t get a chance to check out the pool or the spa but people were using it and it looked nice and cozy, but we didn’t get a chance to use it overall I give it a 3 1/2 to 4 stars"

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1. Steinbeck Lodge

2. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas

3. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

5. Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel

6. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

7. Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Marina

9. Ramada by Wyndham Marina

10. Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

11. SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

12. Laurel Inn Motel

13. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG

14. Monterey Bay Inn

15. Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites

16. Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

17. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

18. Wave Street Inn

19. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

20. Victorian Inn

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Where to stay in Oldtown Salinas

North Salinas

Sunset

Alisal

Spreckels Junction

Corral de Tierra

Top Oldtown Salinas Hotel Reviews

Bay Breeze Inn

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