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Our top choices for Salinas family-friendly hotels

A buffet area with various food options, including omelets and other dishes, arranged in metal serving trays.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
3.0 star property
Sunset
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Customer Service, fast check in and breakfast came in very handy!"
United States
Claudia
The price is ₩157,410
₩176,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
A modern interior with a wooden floor, white walls, and a staircase with skylights.

2. Steinbeck Lodge

Steinbeck Lodge
2.0 star property
Oldtown Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (441 reviews)
"The rooms where nice and clean and the ac was working well."
United States
Oscar
The price is ₩113,455
₩127,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Steinbeck Lodge
A pool area with a sign for Best Western, outdoor seating, and palm trees.

3. Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel

Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Good breakfast, nice room."
United States
Craig
The price is ₩148,552
₩166,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, tables, and a patterned carpet.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"I like the location, clean and staff friendly, love the atmosphere, gym and pool area, my family and I enjoy our stay in the hotel, near to shopping and other city. Great food, a nice place to stay"
United States
Angela
The price is ₩160,825
₩182,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
A stone fire pit surrounded by wicker furniture in an outdoor patio area.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey

Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Boronda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location if you are looking to explore the larger Monterey area."
United States
Dennis
The price is ₩173,171
₩194,638 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Courtyard by Marriott Salinas Monterey
A spacious conference room with a high ceiling, multiple tables and chairs, a central seating area, and large windows providing natural light.

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey

Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
3.0 star property
Boronda
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (677 reviews)
"Clean room, staff are friendly. Very good breakfast. Lots of choices."
United States
Minerva
The price is ₩203,755
₩228,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey
A multi-story hotel with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and a central entrance.

7. Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area

Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (830 reviews)
"The front staff was friendly and the room was clean. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come again when we are in town again."
United States
BAO
The price is ₩142,869
₩160,091 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Comfort Inn & Suites Salinas City Center Area
A hotel with a swimming pool, a covered area with seating, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

8. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location with very quiet area the staff at place very friendly"
United States
DAVID
The price is ₩102,480
₩115,875 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
A bathroom with a white sink, black countertop, and a glass shower enclosure.

9. 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, (1,012 reviews)
"Convenient location"
United States
Melissa
The price is ₩86,695
₩98,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area
A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a parking area.

10. Laurel Inn Motel

Laurel Inn Motel
2.0 star property
North Salinas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,686 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the staff was friendly."
United States
Marilyn
The price is ₩136,854
₩153,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Laurel Inn Motel
A lobby with a stone fireplace, teal armchairs, a glass coffee table, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area

Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
2.5 star property
Sunset
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean I'll book again"
United States
harwinder
The price is ₩80,146
₩99,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area
A Howard Johnson Inn sign with a large flower bed in front.

12. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
2.5 star property
Oldtown Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The room had hair"
United States
ALEXXIS
The price is ₩103,183
₩116,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Salinas
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large chandelier.

13. Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites

Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (810 reviews)
"Super easy and great staff. loved the free breakfast"
United States
ethan
The price is ₩148,552
₩166,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Best Western Salinas Valley Inn & Suites
A parking lot with marked spaces, a white building, and flowering trees.

14. 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 ₩131,923
₩148,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Western Motel
A two-story house with a prominent tower, a driveway, and two stone fountains.

15. Chateau Coralini

Chateau Coralini
3.5 star property
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (230 reviews)
"This is such a charming and unusual place. Full of Victorian history, with chickens on property and wild turkeys across the street. The rooms are spacious and unique. The facilities are comfortable and quiet."
United States
Wolfgang
The price is ₩145,919
₩177,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Chateau Coralini
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Salinas

Breakfast included
Pool

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Salinas

A buffet area with various food options, including omelets and other dishes, arranged in metal serving trays.
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
3.0 star property
Sunset
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
The price is ₩157,410
₩176,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Salinas

A modern hotel lobby with a seating area, tables, and a patterned carpet.
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas

Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
2.5 star property
Sunset
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
The price is ₩160,825
₩182,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hampton Inn & Suites Salinas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Salinas Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"It’s a beautiful property with very welcoming and friendly staff. They make sure that we had good experience and had us taken care of . Very happy with the hotel."
Xiaofan 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Frequently asked questions

What's Salinas like for family-friendly vacations?
The welcoming destination of Salinas is a good choice if you've been considering a getaway with your kids. The popular aquarium, entertainment, and sporting events are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is located 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from the city center.
What's the best accommodation when traveling with kids to Salinas?
Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options to stay with the kids include Residence Inn by Marriott Salinas Monterey and Quality Inn Salinas City Center Area.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Salinas?
The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Salinas is 18 inches.
What's there to see and do with your family in Salinas?
While you are vacationing in Salinas, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Salinas Sports Complex and National Steinbeck Center. Make sure you have plenty of time to take in activities in the area like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey Bay.
What's the best way for us to get around Salinas?
To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Salinas Station. Salinas might not have many public transportation choices so consider a car rental to maximize your time.