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Our top choices for College Area hotels

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1. Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown

Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
College Area
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Economical facilities and friendly staff."
United States
Denis
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
3.0 star property
2.3 km from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Breakfast was good."
United States
Miriam Lissette
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
A modern interior with a marble wall, a long dining table, and multiple seating areas.

3. Best Western Palm Court Inn

Best Western Palm Court Inn
2.5 star property
2.5 km from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value."
United States
Stan
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Palm Court Inn
A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, seating areas, and a reception desk.

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
4.0 star property
Downtown Modesto, 1.5 km from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,450 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly & helpful"
United States
Lourdes
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
A spacious living room with a large blue sectional sofa, a small coffee table, and a rug. There are two side tables with lamps. The room has wooden flooring and a high ceiling with recessed lighting.

5. Aurora Inn

Aurora Inn
2.5 star property
2.6 km from College Area
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (390 reviews)
"Now one of my top 3 favorite places to stay"
United States
Brenda
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Aurora Inn
A modern interior with large windows, a geometric patterned floor, and two armchairs and a small table.

6. Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area

Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
2.0 star property
1.5 km from College Area
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (771 reviews)
"The staff were very welcoming and pleasant...first step to wanting to stay. The room was very very clean and I loved the bed....so comfortable. Would recommend this as a good place to stop"
Canada
shirley
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a classical facade, palm trees, and a fountain in the entrance.

7. Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG

Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
2.5 star property
8.3 km from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"It was a very relaxing stay . Very friendly staff"
United States
Jean
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
A modern kitchen with a blue island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

8. Spark by Hilton Modesto

Spark by Hilton Modesto
3.0 star property
1.4 km from College Area
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (768 reviews)
"Clean facilities and a friendly and courteous staff."
United States
Tom
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Spark by Hilton Modesto
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

9. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
2.5 star property
8.2 km from College Area
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (558 reviews)
"Great place for my wife and I very conveniently located to stores"
United States
Ricardo
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Modesto/Salida
A multi-story hotel with a covered entrance, parking lot, and landscaping.

10. Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
6.5 km from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
A spacious lobby with a coffee station, seating area, and a large rug.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida

Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
2.5 star property
9 km from College Area
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Maria A
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Modesto-Salida
A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, a chandelier, and a seating area with sofas and armchairs.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
3.0 star property
9 km from College Area
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Paul
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Modesto Salida
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in cabinets, and a patterned carpet.

13. Best Western Town House Lodge

Best Western Town House Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Modesto, 1.4 km from College Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"It’s a solid option for the area, and the location is very central to the area. I slept well, the staff was friendly and everything looked clean."
United States
Jason
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Best Western Town House Lodge
A modern hotel with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT" at 2955 GREWAL PARKWAY.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North

Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
7 km from College Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (226 reviews)
"Second time staying here and just as great as the first time"
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a window, and two bedside lamps.

15. Sisk Hotel

Sisk Hotel
3.0 star property
3.4 km from College Area
7.8 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"Amazing stay"
United States
Victor
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Sisk Hotel
A modern hotel building with a flat roof, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

16. Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto

Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
2.5 star property
10.1 km from College Area
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (457 reviews)
"Great location, very clean"
United States
Adrian
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Woodspring Suites Ceres - Modesto
A modern lobby with a glass door entrance, a seating area with orange and green upholstered sofas, and a patterned rug.

17. Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida

Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
2.5 star property
7.6 km from College Area
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovvvvve our staay here"
United States
Rita
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Baymont by Wyndham Modesto Salida
An outdoor patio with a stone fire pit, wicker furniture, a grill, and a flat-screen TV.

18. Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North

Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
7.3 km from College Area
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (164 reviews)
"very nice staff and well equipped room"
United States
wanqi
The price is NZ$407
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Modesto North
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a wardrobe, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
2.0 star property
6.1 km from College Area
7.0 out of 10, Good, (604 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and everything went smoothly from check-in to check-out. Overall, a pleasant experience, and we would definitely stay here again!"
United States
George
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Modesto Ceres
A hotel reception area with a counter, seating, and a view through large windows.

20. Motel 6 Modesto CA

Motel 6 Modesto CA
2.0 star property
2.3 km from College Area
6.0 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was spacious"
United States
ARTHUR
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Motel 6 Modesto CA
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Compare popular hotels in College Area

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, green walls, and a window with curtains.
Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown
2.0 star property
7.4
Good
1,009 reviews
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A spacious lobby with modern chandeliers, seating areas, and a reception desk.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Modesto
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,450 reviews
View
A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a classical facade, palm trees, and a fountain in the entrance.
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Modesto by IHG
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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A modern hotel with a sign reading "COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT" at 2955 GREWAL PARKWAY.
Courtyard by Marriott Modesto North
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
226 reviews
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Our guide on where to stay in College Area

Find the best College Area areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Modesto

If you're spending some time in Downtown Modesto, Gallo Center for the Arts and McHenry Museum and Mansion are top sights worth seeing.

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La Loma

La Loma might not have many top sights, but E and J Gallo Winery and Gallo Center for the Arts are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Del Rio

When in Del Rio, you can plan a visit to Vintage Faire Mall and Boomers, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Woodland West

While there might not be top attractions in Woodland West, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Gallo Center for the Arts and Vintage Faire Mall.

Top College Area Hotel Reviews

A reception area with a curved counter, a reception desk, and a seating area with chairs.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto
Modesto

10/10 Excellent

Late minute booking at we were traveling, really surprised at how nice this place was for its price! Plus free breakfast. Would recommend
Australia
Scott
Reviewed September 9, 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Modesto

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in College Area?

Travellers to the College Area neighbourhood in Modesto will be sure to enjoy their stay. Consider a visit to Graceada Park as part of your College Area travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in College Area?

For your stay in College Area, Motel 6 Modesto, CA - Downtown is one of the top choices based on our traveller data. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include The enchanted place of Azul Dorado and 2 Bed Near Doctors Hospital: Beautiful, Sunny, New.

How many hotels should I expect to find in College Area?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Modesto, you can choose from 13 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in College Area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in College Area, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in College Area.

What is there to do around this Modesto neighbourhood?

Graceada Park is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in College Area. State Theatre of Modesto and McHenry Museum and Mansion are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Modesto.