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Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel

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Consider a stay at Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, laundry facilities, and a business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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

1 King Bed, Nonsmoking, Writing Desk

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a door, and a framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bathroom with a toilet, handrails, a towel rack, and a toilet paper holder.

1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony (Larger Room)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a desk lamp, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Sunset, a neighborhood in Salinas, Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel is in the suburbs. Sherwood Tennis Center and Salinas Fairways Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Aguila Cultural Center and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum. The Farm and Monterey Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Salinas travel guide
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175 Kern St, Salinas, CA, 93905

What's nearby

  • An exhibition with historical artifacts, including a vintage telephone, a wooden wagon, and a horse.
    National Steinbeck Center
    2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Steinbeck House
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Aguila Cultural Center
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • First Mayor's House
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station
    7 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • In-N-Out Burger
    2 min walk
  • El Charrito
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    2 min drive
  • McDonald's
    1 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (39 inches high)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:30 AM - 3:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to March 31:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to October 31
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to March 31.

Is Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel located?

Located in Sunset, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of National Steinbeck Center, Aguila Cultural Center, and First Mayor's House. Steinbeck House and Salinas Valley Model Railroad Museum are also within 2 mi (3 km). Salinas Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Best Western Salinas Monterey Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 600 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 1012 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Suryanarayan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good , nice breakfast, easy parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the staff was very, helpful, friendly and professional. loved the morning breakfast, will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liubov

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, things were not bad, but the carpeting in our room needed cleaning, and there was a gray streak of dirt in the toilet, suggesting it hadn't been scrubbed. Breakfast was good, and the staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, good breakfast, quick and easy check in and out. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a clean, well maintained hotel. The staff were very kind and helpful. Spacious room.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice Hotel, clean, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judy

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Yes great hotel. Staff room and staff are great customer friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at very quiet environment. Good breakfast. Amazing service.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean. The staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great experience staying here.. quiet easy to get in and out.. they don’t have a lot of breakfast options but McDonald’s is walking distance..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast and desk staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, kind staff, decent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay here every time I visit Monterey area. Extremely quiet, staff are great, always a great experience. Breakfast could be better, but McDonald is 5 steps away.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel and staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff, room was clean and cozy. Large mini refrigerator and microwave. Breakfast was good too free parking. Required $100 deposit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in salinas Clean and safe
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service, nice continental breakfast and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Akosani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff and food around the area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel was very clean and quite. Staff was friendly and breakfast was decent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and breakfast was good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Staff was super friendly and helpful. I will recommend this location. And I will b coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel stay. Friendly staff and very convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024