Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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."

Stay near popular Oldtown Salinas attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Oldtown Salinas Hotel Deals

Steinbeck Lodge

Steinbeck Lodge

2 out of 5
109 John St Salinas CA
The price is NZ$173 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$173
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salinas. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Steinbeck Center and Aguila Cultural Center ...
Steinbeck Lodge
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$395 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$395
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,772 reviews)
"My only complaint was the bathroom. It was poorly designed- no vanity, just a single sink. Maybe put a table next to sink and shelves above it instead of near the toilet"

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is NZ$426 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
NZ$426
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,786 reviews)
"My wife and I booked a suite at this location for the Marine Corps ball, which was being held in the hotel’s conference hall. The suite was not ready when we arrived at the assigned check-in time, so the hotel upgraded us to an even larger suite. Our room had an adjoining parlor that included a sectional ..."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$732 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$732
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,725 reviews)
"Great hotel, bed, sheets, great location, great food, will stay there again."

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$263 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$263
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
Carmel Mission Inn
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

3 out of 5
1150 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is NZ$241 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$241
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Oldtown Salinas

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

North Salinas

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

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.

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.

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.

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.



Oldtown Salinas Travel Guide

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