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Laurel Inn Motel

2.0 star property
Hotel in Salinas with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Exterior
Business center
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
Outdoor pool
2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a business center, and a hot tub at Laurel Inn Motel. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a restaurant and a snack bar/deli.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room

Double Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Fireplace

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

1 King Bed, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

2 Queen Beds, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, Fireplace

Deluxe Suite, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe, 3 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Deluxe, 3 Queen Beds, Fireplace | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe, 3 Queen Beds, Fireplace

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive King Suite

Executive King Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Executive King Suite

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
801 West Laurel Dr., Salinas, CA, 93906

What's nearby

  • Salinas Sports Complex - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • California Rodeo Grounds - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Northridge Mall - 1 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • National Steinbeck Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Steinbeck House - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 9 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Saigon Noodles - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Laurel Inn Motel

Hotel in the city center
Consider a stay at Laurel Inn Motel and take advantage of free to-go breakfast, a business center, and a hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a restaurant and a snack bar/deli.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Concierge services, a vending machine, and luggage storage
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 139 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Shower/tub combinations, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, on-request microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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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 available

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1974
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 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 not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This hotel's policy is to charge a check-in fee from local guests.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Laurel Inn Motel
Laurel Inn Motel Salinas
Laurel Salinas
Laurel Hotel Salinas
Laurel Motel Salinas
Laurel Inn Motel Hotel
Laurel Inn Motel Salinas
Laurel Inn Motel Hotel Salinas

Frequently asked questions

Does Laurel Inn Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Laurel Inn Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Laurel Inn Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Laurel Inn Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Laurel Inn Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Laurel Inn Motel located?

Located in the heart of Salinas, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of California Rodeo Grounds, Salinas Sports Complex, and Boronda Adobe History Center. Sherwood Tennis Center and Northridge Mall are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Laurel Inn Motel Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 1455 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1455 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 212 out of 1455 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 188 out of 1455 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 269 out of 1455 reviews

6.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is great
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
So far excellent service and room.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Convenient and close to all. Staff is great and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lisa

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Dirty room
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ilya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good hotel with comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place had great space and staff were very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was friendly, the breakfast area and food was good. The big thing for us was there was a prostitute staying above us. The person was dressed very provactic and she was prancing around outside
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and good service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Hilda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every thing was good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jayson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The clerk assigned was attentive and helpful. The inn looks old but room was clean and smells good. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Angelica

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are pretty disgusting, there is not hot breakfast and the pictures do not look like the facility.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Good quiet location ,clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Shower had very little water pressure needs to be fixed some how. Room was clean but could use some updates
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Polet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, relatively good neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mireya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its gine
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sought high
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Even w/directions tv didn't work. Had to get up early so it didn't matter. Bathroom was clean and hot water was good. Air conditioner and heater was useless. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

dwayne

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The television didn't work. Ant's in the room. Overall the rooms were dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hot tub was ice cold:( we booked this hotel based on calling and asking if the hot tub worked .. we were really looking forward to a soak in the hot tub, and sadly was not useable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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